Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field
Yakima Air Terminal (McAllister Field) serves Yakima, Washington, the heart of the Yakima Valley fruit and wine region. Located 3 miles south of downtown Yakima, YKM offers a 7,603-foot runway accommodating most heavy jets with proper weight planning. The airport serves the massive fruit and hop agricultural industry (the Yakima Valley produces 77% of US hops), the growing wine region, and the Yakama Nation tribal lands. Estimated charter rates to Yakima via YKM: light jets from $4,500 per hour, mid-size jets from $6,000 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
The Yakima Valley produces 77% of all US hops, making it the beer capital of American agriculture. The wine region is rapidly growing with over 120 wineries. The Yakama Nation Cultural Heritage Center preserves 10,000 years of Native American history.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Yakima?
Yes. Yakima Air Terminal's 7,603-foot runway accommodates most heavy jets with proper weight planning.
What is the Yakima Valley known for?
The Yakima Valley produces 77% of US hops, a significant portion of US wine grapes, and vast quantities of apples, cherries, and pears. It's one of America's most productive agricultural valleys.
Why fly private to Yakima?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to Yakima, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
Aircraft Compatible with Yakima Air Terminal McAllister Field
Based on the longest runway (7,604 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09/27 | 7,604 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
| 04/22 | 3,835 ft | 150 ft | Asp | ✓ Yes |
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- IATA Code
- YKM
- ICAO Code
- KYKM
- Elevation
- 1,099 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 7,604 ft
- Location
- Yakima, Washington