Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field
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About Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field
McAllister Field is a public airport three miles south of Yakima, in Yakima County, Washington. Owned by the City of Yakima, it is used for general aviation and commercial air service. Yakima is served by one scheduled passenger air carrier and two non-scheduled carriers. Sun Country Airlines operates charter flights to Laughlin, NV and Xtra Airways operates charter flights to Wendover, NV.
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Live weather
KYKMNOTAMs
KYKMReference 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.
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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 7,604 ft / 2,318 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 04 / 22 | 3,835 ft / 1,169 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | CHINOOK APP/DEP | 123.800 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 125.250 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 121.900 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 133.250 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| RDO | SEATTLE RDO | 122.500 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 133.250 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(1)
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Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date.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) (4)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 13 of 20 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| YAKIMA CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 3600 ft MSL |
| YAKIMA CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
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: W (from about 270°), on 27% of observations, averaging 6 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 56% | -576 ft | |
| Feb | 79% | -440 ft | |
| Mar | 96% | 289 ft | |
| Apr | 97% | 772 ft | |
| May | 100% | 1,502 ft | |
| Jun | 100% | 1,910 ft | |
| Jul | 99% | 2,451 ft | |
| Aug | 92% | 2,286 ft | |
| Sep | 93% | 1,613 ft | |
| Oct | 97% | 591 ft | |
| Nov | 76% | -222 ft | |
| Dec | 53% | -540 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-576–2,451 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field?
The ICAO code for Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field is KYKM, and its IATA code is YKM.
Where is Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field located?
Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field is medium airport located in Yakima, United States, at an elevation of 1,099 ft (335 m).
How many runways does Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field have?
Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field has 2 runways, the longest being 7,604 ft / 2,318 m.
Which airlines fly to Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field?
Airlines historically serving Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field include Alaska Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field in?
Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field is approximately 14.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field?
The nearest airport to Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field is Apple Valley Airport (US-6515), about 1.1 nm to the sw, followed by Wilkinson Ranch Airport and Rules Roost Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.