1
Runway
2
Frequencies
4
Procedures
10
NOTAMs
Quick Facts
ICAO
KM79
FAA
M79
Elevation
82.7 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
2
Tower
No
Fuel
N/A
Coordinates
32.485, -91.771
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
82.7 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
Fuel Types
None listed
ARTCC
FORT WORTH
Coordinates
32.4854, -91.7711
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
METAR KMLU 272353Z COR 18007KT 10SM SCT049 33/24 A2997 RMK AO2 SLP147 T03280239 10344 20328 56006
Flight Category
VFR
Wind
180° at 7 kt
Visibility
10+ SM
Temperature
32.8°C
Dewpoint
23.9°C
Altimeter
1015.00 inHg
Cloud Cover
SCT
Nearest weather from KMLU (16 NM away)
Observed 2026-06-27 23:53Z
Runways
| ID | Length | Width | Surface | Lights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18/36 | 3,998 ft | 75 ft | ASPH | MED |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | 126.9 | MONROE APP/DEP |
| UNIC | 122.8 | UNICOM |
Active NOTAMs
IFR Procedures
2 Runway, 2 Approaches
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KM79 Operational Overview
Location & Facility
JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML (KM79) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in RAYVILLE, Louisiana, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 82.7 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 32.4854°N, 91.7711°W.
Runways
JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 3,998 feet by 75 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 2 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Instrument Procedures
JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML 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.
Current Conditions
The current flight category at JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML 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 10 active NOTAMs for this facility.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KM79?
KM79 is the ICAO identifier for JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML, a public-use airport located in RAYVILLE, Louisiana, United States.
How many runways does JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML have?
JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML (KM79) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of KM79?
The field elevation of JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML is 82.7 feet above mean sea level (MSL).
Is fuel available at KM79?
No fuel types are currently listed for JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML. Contact the FBO directly for availability.
What are the current weather conditions at KM79?
The current flight category at JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML is VFR. See the METAR section above for full decoded weather data including wind, visibility, temperature, and altimeter.
Are there active NOTAMs at KM79?
There are currently 10 active NOTAMs for JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML. Sign up for AeroCopilot to read decoded NOTAM text and AI interpretations.
How do I access complete data for KM79?
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Where is JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML located?
JOHN H HOOKS JR MEML (KM79) is located in RAYVILLE, Louisiana, United States, at an elevation of 82.7 ft MSL.