Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport
Frequently Asked Questions
Can any VIP aircraft land at Palmdale?
Yes. Palmdale Regional's 12,002-foot runway accommodates all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners including the Boeing BBJ, Airbus ACJ, and wide-body VIP conversions.
Why fly private to Palmdale Pmd?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to Palmdale Pmd, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
How far is Palmdale from Los Angeles?
Palmdale is approximately 60 miles north of downtown Los Angeles, typically a 75-minute drive via the Antelope Valley Freeway.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07/25 | 12,002 ft | 200 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
| 04/22 | 12,001 ft | 150 ft | Con | ✓ Yes |
| 072/252 | 6,000 ft | 75 ft | Conc-e | No |
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Hollywood Burbank Airport
BUR — Longest runway: 6,886 ft
California City Municipal Airport
KL71 — Longest runway: 6,027 ft
Van Nuys Airport
VNY — Longest runway: 8,001 ft
Santa Monica Municipal Airport
SMO — Longest runway: 3,500 ft
Ontario International Airport
ONT — Longest runway: 12,197 ft
Jack Northrop Field Hawthorne Municipal Airport
HHR — Longest runway: 4,884 ft
Los Angeles International Airport
LAX — Longest runway: 12,923 ft
Long Beach International Airport
LGB — Longest runway: 10,000 ft
Los Alamitos Army Air Field
KSLI — Longest runway: 7,999 ft
Riverside Municipal Airport
RAL — Longest runway: 5,401 ft
Airport Resources
Quick Facts
- IATA Code
- PMD
- ICAO Code
- KPMD
- Elevation
- 2,543 ft
- Runways
- 3
- Longest Runway
- 12,002 ft
- Location
- Palmdale, California