Mellon Ranch Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 13h 45m 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 Mellon Ranch Airport
Mellon Ranch Airport is a small airport in Refugio, United States. It sits at an elevation of 38 ft (12 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 4,650 ft / 1,417 m with a hard surface. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is O'Connor TJ Field (US-1643), about 2.5 nm to the w.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 4,650 ft / 1,417 m | 60 ft | Asph | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | HOUSTON CNTR | 126.625 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.725 MHz |
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| A632D SR-2400 MON-FRI; 1400-2400 SUN & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 6000 ft MSL | 10999 ft MSL |
| KINGSVILLE 4 SR-2400 MON-FRI; 1400-2400 SUN & BY NOTAM | Special use | Danger | 9000 ft MSL | FL180 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 52 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 39 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 62 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 62 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 49 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 46 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Mellon Ranch Airport.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Mellon Ranch Airport located?
Mellon Ranch Airport is small airport located in Refugio, United States, at an elevation of 38 ft (12 m).
How many runways does Mellon Ranch Airport have?
Mellon Ranch Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,650 ft / 1,417 m.
What time zone is Mellon Ranch Airport in?
Mellon Ranch Airport is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Mellon Ranch Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Mellon Ranch Airport is approximately 2.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Mellon Ranch Airport?
The nearest airport to Mellon Ranch Airport is O'Connor TJ Field (US-1643), about 2.5 nm to the w, followed by Rooke Field and La Buena Vida Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Mellon Ranch Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.