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KTVLAIRPORT

LAKE TAHOE

SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, California

6,268.4 ft MSL

1

Runway

6

Frequencies

6

Procedures

Quick Facts

ICAO

KTVL

FAA

TVL

Elevation

6,268.4 ft MSL

Runways

1

Frequencies

6

Tower

No

Fuel

100LL,A

Coordinates

38.894, -119.995

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

6,268.4 ft MSL

Control Tower

No

CTAF

122.85 MHz

Fuel Types

100LL,A

Traffic Pattern

Not published

ARTCC

OAKLAND

Coordinates

38.8939, -119.9953

Ownership

Public

Hours of Operation

0700-1600

Current Weather

— — —Updated

Nearby Weather Cameras

No camera at KTVL. 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 Leek Springs facing NorthEast

Leek Springs

NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total

23 NM away

Weather camera at Carson City facing North

Carson City

North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total

24 NM away

12 camera angles available

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Runways

IDEndsLengthWidthSurfaceLightsWeight BearingPCN
18/3618 / 368,541 ft100 ftASPHMED
SW (Single Wheel) 70,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 125,000 lbsDTW (Dual Tandem) 210,000 lbs
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Frequencies

CTAF (1)SACRAMENTO RCAG (1)SOUTH LAKE TAHOE RCAG (1)SQUAW VALLEY RCAG (1)SQUAW VALLEY RCO (1)TVL ASOS (1)
TypeFrequencyNameCall SignUseHours
CTAF122.85LAKE TAHOEACTVT MALSF RWY 18; MIRL RWY 18/36 - CTAF. PAPI RWY 18 ON CONSLY.-CTAF-
SACRAMENTO RCAG316.1SACRAMENTOAPCH/DEP CTL SVC PRVDD BY OAKLAND ARTCC (ZOA) ON FREQ 127.95 (SQUAW VALLEY RCAG) AND FREQ 316.1 (SACRAMENTO RCAG). CLNC DEL PRVDD BY OAKLAND ARTCC ON FREQ 134.3 (SOUTH LAKE TAHOE RCAG).-SACRAMENTO RCAG-
SOUTH LAKE TAHOE RCAG134.3SOUTH LAKE TAHOEAPCH/DEP CTL SVC PRVDD BY OAKLAND ARTCC (ZOA) ON FREQ 127.95 (SQUAW VALLEY RCAG) AND FREQ 316.1 (SACRAMENTO RCAG). CLNC DEL PRVDD BY OAKLAND ARTCC ON FREQ 134.3 (SOUTH LAKE TAHOE RCAG).-SOUTH LAKE TAHOE RCAG-
SQUAW VALLEY RCAGXXX.XXXSQUAW VALLEYAPCH/DEP CTL SVC PRVDD BY OAKLAND ARTCC (ZOA) ON FREQ 127.95 (SQUAW VALLEY RCAG) AND FREQ 316.1 (SACRAMENTO RCAG). CLNC DEL PRVDD BY OAKLAND ARTCC ON FREQ 134.3 (SOUTH LAKE TAHOE RCAG).-SQUAW VALLEY RCAG-
SQUAW VALLEY RCOXXX.XXXSQUAW VALLEYCOMMUNICATIONS PRVDD BY RENO RADIO ON FREQ 122.5 (SQUAW VALLEY RCO).SQUAW VALLEYSQUAW VALLEY RCO-
TVL ASOSXXX.XXX--TVL ASOS-

Airport Remarks

  • AP SFC CONDS: TRML APRON EXCELLENT, TWY - RWY GOOD, NORTH GA APRON POOR.
  • TPA 7500' MSL FOR SMALL ACFT; 8000' MSL FOR TRANSPORT/HIGH PERFORMANCE ACFT.
  • AFTER WINTER STORMS RY 18/36 OPENS BEFORE ALL TWYS ARE CLEAR.
  • PREFERRED ARRIVAL RY 18; PREFERRED DEP RY 36.
  • RECREATIONAL AIRBORNE ACTIVITY ALONG SOUTHERN LAKE SHORE.
  • (E81) APRON ENTRANCE TWYS AND HIGH SPEED TWYS ONLY.
  • FOR LARGE AND HIGH PERFORMANCE ACFT DEP RY 18; RIGHT DOWNWIND DEP RECOMMENDED.
  • BIRDS AND WATERFOWL INVOF ARPT.
  • ADVERSE WEATHER EFFECTS MAGNIFIED BY MOUNTAINS.
  • TFC ADVISORIES & SEQUENCING IN THE TFC PAT ARE BASED ON POSITION REPORTS RECEIVED FROM PILOTS IN THESE AREAS.
  • ARPT SURROUNDED ON E; S & W BY RAPIDLY RISING TERRAIN.
  • ACCESS NOISE RESTRICTIONS: MAX 80 DBA DEP, 84 DBA ARR (TRANSPORT - 86 DBA), MAX 77.1 DBA NIGHT LIMIT.
  • NOISE ABATEMENT, DEP RWY 36 HDG 1 MILE, LEFT 320 DEG TO SHORELINE.
  • FOR NOISE ABATEMENT INFO CALL (530) 542-6182.
  • AVOID DESOLATION WILDERNESS WEST OF ARPT.
  • AP CONDS NOT MMT 1600-0700 DLY.
  • PARAGLIDERS AND MOTORIZED PRCHTS OPR FROM RWY SFC.
  • AP CONDS NOT MNT SAT/SUN.
  • COLD TEMPERATURE AIRPORT. ALTITUDE CORRECTION REQUIRED AT OR BELOW -12C.
  • ACTVT MALSF RWY 18; MIRL RWY 18/36 - CTAF. PAPI RWY 18 ON CONSLY.
  • MULTICOM 122.85
  • UNUSBL BYD 4 DEG LEFT OF RWY CNTRLN & BYD 5 NM.
  • APCH RATIO 22:1 TO DSPLCD THLD.

IFR Procedures

1 X, 1 Runway, 2 Approaches, 2 SIDs

EDGGE1R18R18RICHY7X18X18

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KTVL Operational Overview

Location & Facility

LAKE TAHOE (KTVL) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, California, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 6,268.4 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 38.8939°N, 119.9953°W.

Runways

LAKE TAHOE has 1 runway. The longest runway (18/36) measures 8,541 feet by 100 feet with a asph surface.

Communications & Operations

LAKE TAHOE is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 6 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Services & Fuel

LAKE TAHOE offers 100LL,A fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.

Instrument Procedures

LAKE TAHOE has 6 published instrument flight procedures, including 1 approach, 2 SIDs (Standard Instrument Departures). 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 LAKE TAHOE, 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 KTVL?

KTVL is the ICAO identifier for LAKE TAHOE, a public-use airport, located in SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, California, United States.

How many runways does LAKE TAHOE have?

LAKE TAHOE (KTVL) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of KTVL?

The field elevation of LAKE TAHOE is 6,268.4 feet above mean sea level (MSL), surveyed.

Is fuel available at KTVL?

Yes, LAKE TAHOE offers 100LL,A fuel.

What is the longest runway at KTVL?

The longest runway at LAKE TAHOE is 8,541 feet long.

How much weight can the main runway at KTVL support?

The main runway at LAKE TAHOE supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 70,000 lbs.

How do I access complete data for KTVL?

Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for LAKE TAHOE.

Where is LAKE TAHOE located?

LAKE TAHOE (KTVL) is located in SOUTH LAKE TAHOE, California, United States, at an elevation of 6,268.4 ft MSL.

Does KTVL have weather cameras?

KTVL 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