Flying M Ranch Airport
Daylight today(Jul 20, 2026, local time)
About 14h 30m 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 Flying M Ranch Airport
The Flying-M Ranch is a ranch and airfield located in Lyon County, Nevada. The land, which was previously owned by hotel magnate Barron Hilton, was the base for many world-famous gliding competitions, including the biennial Barron Hilton Cup. The Ranch covers about 7,139 acres of land; it is located between the Wassuk Range and the Sweetwater Mountains, west of Hawthorne and about 75 mi (121 km) south of Reno, Nevada, United States. The ranch was named the Flying-M by its previous owner, Stanfield Murphy. Barron Hilton said he did not change the name because his wife, who died in 2004, was named Marilyn.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 5,662 ft / 1,726 m | 60 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Flying M Ranch Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Flying M Ranch Airport located?
Flying M Ranch Airport is small airport located in United States, at an elevation of 4,922 ft (1,500 m).
How many runways does Flying M Ranch Airport have?
Flying M Ranch Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,662 ft / 1,726 m.
What time zone is Flying M Ranch Airport in?
Flying M Ranch Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Flying M Ranch Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Flying M Ranch Airport is approximately 12.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Flying M Ranch Airport?
The nearest airport to Flying M Ranch Airport is Lantana Ranch Airport (01NV), about 9.2 nm to the n, followed by Sweetwater (USMC) Airport and Dry Lake (Short Bread) Landing Strip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Flying M Ranch Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.