1
Runway
1
Frequency
0
Procedures
Quick Facts
FAA
L73
Elevation
635 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
1
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
35.596, -119.128
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
635 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.9 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
1,435 ft MSL (800 ft AGL)
ARTCC
LOS ANGELES
Coordinates
35.5964, -119.1283
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Advisory only — not an official or legal weather briefing. The pilot in command is the final authority (14 CFR 91.3).
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at L73. Showing nearest cameras.
Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums
FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3
Mebane
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
25 NM away
Plowshare Peak
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
64 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 16 / 34 | 3,000 ft | 60 ft | ASPH | - | SW (Single Wheel) 6,000 lbs | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| CTAF | 122.9 | POSO-KERN COUNTY | - | CTAF | - |
Airport Remarks
- ESTABD PRIOR TO 5/1/59.
- CROP DUSTING OPNS PROHIBITED EXCP BY PPR AMGR 661-391-1800.
- ARPT CLSD TO NIGHT OPNS.
- AREAS OF OPEN APRON ROUGH AND DETERIORATING.
- FOR CD CTC LOS ANGELES ARTCC AT 661-575-2079.
- DIRECTOR, KERN COUNTY AIRPORTS
- 24 HR EMERG PHONE 661-747-4055.
- APCH RATIO 50:1 TO DSPLCD THR.
Nearby airports & facilities
KL73
Poso Kern County Airport
Famoso — <1 nm
KMIT
SHAFTER-MINTER FLD
SHAFTER — 6 nm
MIT
SHAFTER-MINTER FLD
SHAFTER — 6 nm
KBFL
MEADOWS FLD
BAKERSFIELD — 10 nm
KDLO
DELANO MUNI
DELANO — 10 nm
DLO
DELANO MUNI
DELANO — 10 nm
L19
WASCO-KERN COUNTY
WASCO — 11 nm
KL19
WASCO-KERN COUNTY
WASCO — 11 nm
CL60
MEML HOSPITAL
BAKERSFIELD — 14 nm
CL60
MEML HOSPITAL
BAKERSFIELD — 14 nm
28CN
SAN JOAQUIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
BAKERSFIELD — 14 nm
28CN
SAN JOAQUIN COMMUNITY HOSPITAL
BAKERSFIELD — 14 nm
Nearest airports
- KL73 — Poso Kern County Airport
Famoso
- KMIT — SHAFTER-MINTER FLD
SHAFTER
- MIT — SHAFTER-MINTER FLD
SHAFTER
- KBFL — MEADOWS FLD
BAKERSFIELD
- KDLO — DELANO MUNI
DELANO
California airports
L73 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
POSO-KERN COUNTY (L73) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in FAMOSO, California, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 635 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.5964°N, 119.1283°W.
Runways
POSO-KERN COUNTY has 1 runway. The longest runway (16/34) measures 3,000 feet by 60 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
POSO-KERN COUNTY is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 1 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Weather Cameras
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near POSO-KERN COUNTY, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is L73?
L73 is the FAA location identifier for POSO-KERN COUNTY, a public-use airport, located in FAMOSO, California, United States.
How many runways does POSO-KERN COUNTY have?
POSO-KERN COUNTY (L73) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of L73?
The field elevation of POSO-KERN COUNTY is 635 feet above mean sea level (MSL). The FAA publishes this figure as ESTIMATED, not surveyed — use the current Chart Supplement for a survey-grade elevation.
Is fuel available at L73?
No fuel types are currently listed for POSO-KERN COUNTY. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at L73?
The longest runway at POSO-KERN COUNTY is 3,000 feet long.
How much weight can the main runway at L73 support?
The main runway at POSO-KERN COUNTY supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 6,000 lbs.
How do I access complete data for L73?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for POSO-KERN COUNTY.
Where is POSO-KERN COUNTY located?
POSO-KERN COUNTY (L73) is located in FAMOSO, California, United States, at an elevation of 635 ft MSL.
Does L73 have weather cameras?
L73 does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.