1
Runway
6
Frequencies
4
Procedures
6
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
K79J
FAA
79J
Elevation
310 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
6
Tower
No
Fuel
100LL,A+
Coordinates
31.309, -86.394
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
310 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
100LL,A+
ARTCC
JACKSONVILLE
Coordinates
31.3088, -86.3938
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR K79J 131356Z AUTO VRB04KT 10SM CLR 20/16 A3004 RMK AO2 SLP170 T02000156 TSNO
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
VRB° at 4 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
20°C
Dewpoint
15.6°C
Altimeter
1017.40 inHg
Cloud Cover
CLR
Observed 2026-05-13 13:56Z
Nearby Weather Cameras
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Crestview
East · Camera 2 · 4 cameras total
33 NM away
Destin
East · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
55 NM away
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| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 6,000 ft | 100 ft | ASP | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | 133.45 | CAIRNS APP/DEP |
| ATIS | 134.875 | ASOS |
| CTAF | 119.55 | CTAF |
| GND | XXX.XXX | GND |
| TWR | XXX.XXX | TWR |
| UNIC | XXX.XXX | UNICOM |
Active NOTAMs
79J 26/008
2026-05-13 05:43 – 2026-05-28 04:43
79J 26/007
2026-05-12 20:50 – 2026-06-26 23:59
IFR Procedures
2 Runway, 2 Approaches
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K79J Operational Overview
Location & Facility
South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport (K79J) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in Andalusia/Opp, Alabama, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 310 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 31.3088°N, 86.3938°W.
Runways
South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport has 1 runway. The longest runway (11/29) measures 6,000 feet by 100 feet with a asp surface.
Communications & Operations
South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. ATIS is available on 134.875 MHz. A total of 6 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport offers 100LL,A+ fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.
Instrument Procedures
South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport has 4 published instrument flight procedures, including 2 approaches. These procedures are updated on the 28-day AIRAC cycle. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view full procedure charts with waypoint maps and altitude profiles.
Weather Cameras
2 FAA Weather Cameras are available near South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport, 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.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport is VFR (Visual Flight Rules — good flying conditions). Weather conditions are updated in real-time from official NOAA Aviation Weather Center observations. There are currently 6 active NOTAMs for this facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is K79J?
K79J is the ICAO identifier for South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport, a public-use airport located in Andalusia/Opp, Alabama, United States.
How many runways does South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport have?
South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport (K79J) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of K79J?
The field elevation of South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport is 310 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at K79J?
Yes, South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport offers 100LL,A+ fuel.
What are the current weather conditions at K79J?
The current flight category at South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at K79J?
There are currently 6 active NOTAMs for South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport. Sign up for AeroCopilot to read decoded NOTAM text and AI interpretations.
How do I access complete data for K79J?
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Where is South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport located?
South Alabama Regional At Bill Benton Field Airport (K79J) is located in Andalusia/Opp, Alabama, United States, at an elevation of 310 ft MSL.
Does K79J have weather cameras?
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