Shafter Airport - Minter Field
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About Shafter Airport - Minter Field
Shafter Airport, also known as Minter Field and formerly known as Air Corps Basic Flying School, is a public use airport located four nautical miles east of the central business district of Shafter and 14 miles northwest of Bakersfield, a city in Kern County, California, United States. Originally a World War II primary training facility for pilots, it is currently a public airport owned by the Minter Field Airport District. This airport is included in the National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2011–2015, which categorized it as a general aviation facility.
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Live weather
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Where you can fly from here
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 4,501 ft / 1,372 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 17 / 35 | 2,972 ft / 906 m | 100 ft | Con | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | BAKERSFIELD APP/DEP | 126.450 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.900 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Shafter Airport - Minter Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Shafter Airport - Minter Field?
The ICAO code for Shafter Airport - Minter Field is KMIT, and its IATA code is MIT.
Where is Shafter Airport - Minter Field located?
Shafter Airport - Minter Field is small airport located in Shafter, United States, at an elevation of 424 ft (129 m).
How many runways does Shafter Airport - Minter Field have?
Shafter Airport - Minter Field has 2 runways, the longest being 4,501 ft / 1,372 m.
What time zone is Shafter Airport - Minter Field in?
Shafter Airport - Minter Field is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Shafter Airport - Minter Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Shafter Airport - Minter Field is approximately 11.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Shafter Airport - Minter Field?
The nearest airport to Shafter Airport - Minter Field is Poso Kern County Airport (KL73), about 6.2 nm to the nne, followed by Meadows Field and Wasco Kern County Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Shafter Airport - Minter Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.