Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
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About Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field
Santa Maria Public Airport is three miles (5 km) south of Santa Maria, in northern Santa Barbara County, California, United States.
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Live weather
KSMXNOTAMs
KSMXReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 8,004 ft / 2,440 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 02 / 20 | 5,199 ft / 1,585 m | 75 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | SANTA BARB APP/DEP | 124.150 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 121.150 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.300 MHz |
| CTR | LOS ANGELES CENTER | 119.050 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | HAWTHORNE RDO | 111.000 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.300 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 9 of 10 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SANTA MARIA CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2800 ft MSL |
| R2516 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.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: WNW (from about 292.5°), on 29% of observations, averaging 9 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 82% | -346 ft | |
| Feb | 85% | -350 ft | |
| Mar | 78% | -230 ft | |
| Apr | 65% | -177 ft | |
| May | 55% | -49 ft | |
| Jun | 52% | 170 ft | |
| Jul | 51% | 182 ft | |
| Aug | 54% | 290 ft | |
| Sep | 55% | 322 ft | |
| Oct | 67% | 170 ft | |
| Nov | 80% | -160 ft | |
| Dec | 75% | -284 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-350–322 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field?
The ICAO code for Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field is KSMX, and its IATA code is SMX.
Where is Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field located?
Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field is medium airport located in Santa Maria, United States, at an elevation of 261 ft (80 m).
How many runways does Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field have?
Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field has 2 runways, the longest being 8,004 ft / 2,440 m.
Which airlines fly to Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field?
Airlines historically serving Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field include Allegiant Air, United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field in?
Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field is approximately 12° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field?
The nearest airport to Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field is Vandenberg Space Force Base (VBG), about 11.5 nm to the ssw, followed by Lompoc Airport and Oceano County Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Santa Maria Public Airport Captain G Allan Hancock Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.