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KSDMAIRPORT

BROWN FLD MUNI

SAN DIEGO, California

526.1 ft MSL

2

Runways

20

Frequencies

7

Procedures

Quick Facts

ICAO

KSDM

FAA

SDM

Elevation

526.1 ft MSL

Runways

2

Frequencies

20

Tower

Yes

Fuel

100LL,A,A+

Coordinates

32.572, -116.980

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

526.1 ft MSL

Control Tower

Yes

CTAF

128.25 MHz

Fuel Types

100LL,A,A+

Traffic Pattern

Not published

ARTCC

LOS ANGELES

Coordinates

32.5723, -116.9802

Ownership

Public

Hours of Operation

0900-1700

Current Weather

— — —Updated

Nearby Weather Cameras

No camera at KSDM. 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

Weather camera at Mt San Miguel facing North

Mt San Miguel

North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total

8 NM away

Weather camera at Otay Mtn facing North

Otay Mtn

North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total

8 NM away

9 camera angles available

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Source: FAA FAA Weather Cameras

Runways

IDEndsLengthWidthSurfaceLightsWeight BearingPCN
08L/26R08L / 26R7,972 ft150 ftASPH-CONCHIGH
SW (Single Wheel) 107,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 141,000 lbsDTW (Dual Tandem) 213,000 lbs
43
08R/26L08R / 26L3,185 ft75 ftASPHMED
SW (Single Wheel) 12,500 lbs
5

Frequencies

APCH (2)ATIS (1)CD (1)CHASR STAR (2)CLASS B (2)CTAF (1)CWARD DP (2)DEP (2)GND (1)LCL (2)PADRZ DP (2)SDM ASOS (1)UNICOM (1)
TypeFrequencyNameCall SignUseHours
APCH/P279.625SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACONBROWNAPCH/P-
APCH/P124.35SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACONBROWNAPCH/P-
ATIS132.35BROWN FLD MUNIBROWNATIS0800-2000
CD/PXXX.XXXBROWN FLD MUNIBROWNCD/P0800-2000
CHASR STARXXX.XXXSOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACONBROWNCHASR STAR-
CHASR STARXXX.XXXSOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACONBROWNCHASR STAR-
CLASS BXXX.XXXSOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACONBROWNCLASS B-
CLASS BXXX.XXXSOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACONBROWNCLASS B-
CTAFXXX.XXXBROWN FLD MUNIACTVT REIL RWY 08L, PAPI RWY 08L & RWY 26R, HIRL RWY 08L/26R, AND MIRL RWY 08R/26L - CTAF.-CTAF-
CWARD DPXXX.XXXSOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACONBROWNCWARD DP-
CWARD DPXXX.XXXSOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACONBROWNCWARD DP-
DEP/PXXX.XXXSOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACONBROWNDEP/P-
DEP/PXXX.XXXSOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACONBROWNDEP/P-
GND/PXXX.XXXBROWN FLD MUNIBROWNGND/P0800-2000
LCL/PXXX.XXXBROWN FLD MUNIBROWNLCL/P0800-2000
LCL/PXXX.XXXBROWN FLD MUNIBROWNLCL/P0800-2000
PADRZ DPXXX.XXXSOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACONBROWNPADRZ DP-
PADRZ DPXXX.XXXSOUTHERN CALIFORNIA TRACONBROWNPADRZ DP-
SDM ASOSXXX.XXX--SDM ASOS-
UNICOMXXX.XXXBROWN FLD MUNI-UNICOM-

Airport Remarks

  • BE ALERT TO ARPT BDRY ONE MILE NORTH FM MEXICAN/USA INTL BORDER.
  • NO ENGINE OPNS ON RAMPS EXCEPT AS NECESSARY FOR ARRIVALS/DEPARTURES.
  • PARA JUMPING ON AIRPORT AND 3 MILES EAST.
  • BE ALERT TO HIGH TERRAIN 3,566 FT. MSL SIX MILES EAST OF AIRPORT.
  • BE ALERT WHEN DEPARTING ON RY 08L AT NIGHT DUE TO RISING TERRAIN TO THE EAST.
  • NOISE SENSITIVE AREAS APPROX 1 MILE WEST OF AIRPORT, 1/2 MILE NORTHWEST, AND 2 MILES NORTH.
  • TWY G WEST OF TWY B RESTRICTED TO AIRCRAFT WITH WINGSPANS OF 133 FT OR LESS.
  • AVOID DCT OVERFLIGHT OF PIO PICO ENERGY CENTER BLO 2000 FT AGL, 3 NM EAST OF AP.
  • FOR CD WHEN ATCT CLSD CTC SOCAL APCH AT 800-448-3724.
  • ACTVT REIL RWY 08L, PAPI RWY 08L & RWY 26R, HIRL RWY 08L/26R, AND MIRL RWY 08R/26L - CTAF.
  • <TPA: RWY 8L-26R 1000'AGL; 8R-26L 600'AGL.
  • FOR JET FUEL AFT HRS CALL FBO AT 619-671-9222; FEE FOR CALLOUT. MIL FUEL AVBL BY CALLING 619-671-9222.
  • OPERATOR PERMITS ONLY 12500 LBS.
  • RWY 26R PAPI UNUSABLE BYD 3 NM.

IFR Procedures

1 STARs, 1 STARs, 1 Runway, 2 Approaches, 2 SIDs

CHASR2CWARD2PADRZ2R08LR08LVOR-A

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KSDM Operational Overview

Location & Facility

BROWN FLD MUNI (KSDM) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in SAN DIEGO, California, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 526.1 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 32.5723°N, 116.9802°W.

Runways

BROWN FLD MUNI has 2 runways. The longest runway (08L/26R) measures 7,972 feet by 150 feet with a asph-conc surface. Other runways include 08R/26L (3,185 ft, ASPH).

Communications & Operations

BROWN FLD MUNI is a towered airport. ATIS is available on 132.35 MHz. A total of 20 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Services & Fuel

BROWN FLD MUNI offers 100LL,A,A+ fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.

Instrument Procedures

BROWN FLD MUNI has 7 published instrument flight procedures, including 1 approach, 2 SIDs (Standard Instrument Departures), and 1 STAR (Standard Terminal Arrival Route). 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 BROWN FLD MUNI, 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 KSDM?

KSDM is the ICAO identifier for BROWN FLD MUNI, a public-use airport, located in SAN DIEGO, California, United States.

How many runways does BROWN FLD MUNI have?

BROWN FLD MUNI (KSDM) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of KSDM?

The field elevation of BROWN FLD MUNI is 526.1 feet above mean sea level (MSL), surveyed.

Is fuel available at KSDM?

Yes, BROWN FLD MUNI offers 100LL,A,A+ fuel.

What is the longest runway at KSDM?

The longest runway at BROWN FLD MUNI is 7,972 feet long.

How much weight can the main runway at KSDM support?

The main runway at BROWN FLD MUNI supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 107,000 lbs.

How do I access complete data for KSDM?

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Where is BROWN FLD MUNI located?

BROWN FLD MUNI (KSDM) is located in SAN DIEGO, California, United States, at an elevation of 526.1 ft MSL.

Does KSDM have weather cameras?

KSDM does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.

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Source: FAA NASR (National Airspace System Resource) 28-Day Subscription· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated Aug 6, 10:02 AM UTC