1
Runway
5
Frequencies
4
Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
KAVX
FAA
AVX
Elevation
1,602 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
5
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
33.405, -118.416
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
1,602 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.7 MHz
Fuel Types
None listed
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
LOS ANGELES
Coordinates
33.4050, -118.4158
Ownership
Private
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Nearby Weather Cameras
No camera at KAVX. Showing nearest cameras.
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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
Avalon
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
7 NM away
Signal Peak
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
38 NM away
12 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 04 / 22 | 3,000 ft | 75 ft | CONC | MED | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APCH/P DEP/P | 127.4 | SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACON | - | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| APCH/P DEP/P | 323.275 | SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACON | - | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| AVX ASOS | 120.675 | - | - | AVX ASOS | - |
| CTAF | XXX.XXX | CATALINAACTVT REIL RWY 22 - CTAF. PSIL RWY 22 OPR DRG ARPT OPERG HRS. | - | CTAF | - |
| UNICOM | XXX.XXX | CATALINAPILOTS CANNOT SEE ACFT ON OPPOSITE ENDS OF RWY DUE TO GRADIENT, MUST ANNC TAKING ACTIVE RWY ON UNICOM PRIOR TO DEP. | - | UNICOM | - |
Airport Remarks
- ESTABD PRIOR TO 1959.
- FULL STOP LDG ONLY; INTXN TKOFS PROHIBITED.
- ARPT OPERG HOURS 0800-1700L. OPS OUTSIDE OF THESE HOURS PROHIBITED. NO NGT OPS.
- PILOTS CANNOT SEE ACFT ON OPPOSITE ENDS OF RWY DUE TO GRADIENT, MUST ANNC TAKING ACTIVE RWY ON UNICOM PRIOR TO DEP.
- RWY 04/22 LTD BY ARPT OPR TO 12500 LBS MTOW.
- RWY 04 FINAL 2300 FT STEEP 2.1% DOWNSLOPE; RWY 22 UPSLOPE PREFERRED LDG.
- LANDING FEE.
- RWY 4-22 NON-STD RWY SAFETY AREAS.
- FOR CD CTC SOCAL APCH AT 800-448-3724.
- RADIO MUST BE ON FREQ IF ENG IS RUNNING.
- ACTVT REIL RWY 22 - CTAF. PSIL RWY 22 OPR DRG ARPT OPERG HRS.
- CLSD THANKSGIVING AND CHRISTMAS TO ALL TNST TFC.
- CATALINA ISLAND CONSERVANCY, ARPT MGR EFRAIN CALDERA 562-889-0481.
- OTS INDEFLY.
IFR Procedures
1 STARs, 1 Departures, 2 Approaches
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6CA3
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6CA3
CATALINA AIR-SEA TRML
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9CL8
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California airports
KAVX Operational Overview
Location & Facility
CATALINA (KAVX) is a privately owned airport open to the public located in AVALON, California, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 1,602 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 33.4050°N, 118.4158°W.
Runways
CATALINA has 1 runway. The longest runway (04/22) measures 3,000 feet by 75 feet with a conc surface.
Communications & Operations
CATALINA is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 5 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Instrument Procedures
CATALINA has 4 published instrument flight procedures, including 1 approach, 1 SID (Standard Instrument Departure). 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
3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near CATALINA, 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 KAVX?
KAVX is the ICAO identifier for CATALINA, a public-use airport, located in AVALON, California, United States.
How many runways does CATALINA have?
CATALINA (KAVX) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of KAVX?
The field elevation of CATALINA is 1,602 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 KAVX?
No fuel types are currently listed for CATALINA. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What is the longest runway at KAVX?
The longest runway at CATALINA is 3,000 feet long.
How do I access complete data for KAVX?
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Where is CATALINA located?
CATALINA (KAVX) is located in AVALON, California, United States, at an elevation of 1,602 ft MSL.
Does KAVX have weather cameras?
KAVX does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.