Inyokern Airport
Daylight today(Sep 2, 2026, local time)
About 12h 54m 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 Inyokern Airport
Inyokern Airport is a public use airport located 1 nautical mile northwest of the central business district of Inyokern, in Kern County, California, United States. It is owned by the Indian Wells Valley Airport District and serves the Indian Wells Valley area. The airport is mostly used for general aviation and was previously served by a number of commuter and regional airlines over the years with passenger flights to Los Angeles (LAX).
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KIYKNOTAMs
KIYKReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 7,100 ft / 2,164 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 02 / 20 | 6,275 ft / 1,913 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 4,150 ft / 1,265 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | JOSHUA APP DEP | 133.650 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (1)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 4 of 4 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ISABELLA 0600-2200 MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 200 ft GND | FL180 |
| R2508 CONT | Special use | Restricted | 20000 ft MSL | FL999 |
| ISABELLA 0600-2200 MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 1500 ft GND | FL180 |
| R2505 CONT | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Inyokern Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Inyokern Airport?
The ICAO code for Inyokern Airport is KIYK, and its IATA code is IYK.
Where is Inyokern Airport located?
Inyokern Airport is small airport located in Inyokern, United States, at an elevation of 2,457 ft (749 m).
How many runways does Inyokern Airport have?
Inyokern Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 7,100 ft / 2,164 m.
What time zone is Inyokern Airport in?
Inyokern Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Inyokern Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Inyokern Airport is approximately 11.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Inyokern Airport?
The nearest airport to Inyokern Airport is China Lake Naws (Armitage Field) Airport (KNID), about 6.9 nm to the ene, followed by Brown Landing Strip and Tera Ultralightport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Inyokern Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.