Alta Sierra Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 8m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Alta Sierra Airport
Alta Sierra Airport is a small airport in Grass Valley, United States. It sits at an elevation of 2,275 ft (693 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,834 ft / 864 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Los Angeles local time. The nearest airport is Nevada County Airport (KGOO), about 7.1 nm to the nne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 2,834 ft / 864 m | 50 ft | Asph-f | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.900 MHz |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Alta Sierra Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Alta Sierra Airport located?
Alta Sierra Airport is small airport located in Grass Valley, United States, at an elevation of 2,275 ft (693 m).
How many runways does Alta Sierra Airport have?
Alta Sierra Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,834 ft / 864 m.
What time zone is Alta Sierra Airport in?
Alta Sierra Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Alta Sierra Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Alta Sierra Airport is approximately 12.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Alta Sierra Airport?
The nearest airport to Alta Sierra Airport is Nevada County Airport (KGOO), about 7.1 nm to the nne, followed by Auburn Municipal Airport and Limberlost Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Alta Sierra Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.