Van Vleck Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 1m 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 Van Vleck Airport
Van Vleck Airport is a small airport in Rancho Murieta, United States. It sits at an elevation of 175 ft (53 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,100 ft / 640 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Los Angeles local time. The nearest airport is Rancho Murieta Airport (KRIU), about 1.7 nm to the nw.
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.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 2,100 ft / 640 m | 30 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| KTKZ-AM (Sacramento) | 348 ft | 243 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 348 ft | 249 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 348 ft | 246 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 348 ft | 259 ft | — |
| KSTE-AM (Rancho Cordova) | 338 ft | 92 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 338 ft | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 338 ft | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 246 ft | 115 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Van Vleck Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Van Vleck Airport located?
Van Vleck Airport is small airport located in Rancho Murieta, United States, at an elevation of 175 ft (53 m).
How many runways does Van Vleck Airport have?
Van Vleck Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,100 ft / 640 m.
What time zone is Van Vleck Airport in?
Van Vleck Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Van Vleck Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Van Vleck Airport is approximately 12.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Van Vleck Airport?
The nearest airport to Van Vleck Airport is Rancho Murieta Airport (KRIU), about 1.7 nm to the nw, followed by Eagle's Nest Airport and Boeckmann Ranch Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Van Vleck Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.