Airplane Field

Desert Valley Vultures Field (Trona)

Trona, CA

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At a glance

Flying area
Aircraft
Runway surfaceNot sure
Runway size
Heli padsNot sure
Stations
Control lineNot sure
Track surfaceNot applicable
Flying rules
Power
Smoke
AMANot sure
FRIANot sure
Noise
Who can fly
Who can fly hereMembers and their guests
Field accessGated - contact the club for access
Guest fee
When to fly
Hours
At the field
FacilitiesShade / Shelter, Pit Tables
Visitors
Camping
Pit powerNot sure

Runways

Runway 1Not sure
Runway 2Grass (Turf)
Runway 3Grass (Turf)

Rules for visitors

AMA membership required. Gated site; contact the club for access.
Guest pilots welcome with AMA membership; contact the club first.

Recreational pilots need an FAA TRUST certificate, and aircraft over 250 g must be FAA registered.

About this field

The Desert Valley Vultures fly at a gated desert site near Trona Airport in Trona, in the Searles Valley north of Ridgecrest. The field has a covered shelter, setup tables, startup stands, safety fences, windsocks and a first aid kit.

AMA membership is required. Guest pilots and spectators are welcome, but the entrance is gated, so contact the club before your visit to arrange access. Runway details, hours and guest fees are not published.

Camping & RV