Airplane & Heli Field

Spiva Field (Gold Country Flyers)

Ione, CA

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At a glance

Flying area
Aircraft
Runway surfaceAsphalt (Tarmac)
Runway size
Heli padsDedicated heli pads
Stations
Control lineAllowed - dedicated fenced circle
Track surfaceNot applicable
Flying rules
Power
Smoke
AMA
FRIAYes - FAA-recognized FRIA
Noise
Who can fly
Who can fly hereMembers and their guests
Field accessGated - contact the club for access
Guest fee
When to fly
HoursDaylight, 365 days a year
At the field
FacilitiesShade / Shelter, Lights, Portable toilets (porta-potty)
Visitors
Camping
Pit powerNot sure

Runways

Runway 1Asphalt (Tarmac)
Runway 2Grass (Turf)
Runway 3Grass (Turf)

Rules for visitors

AMA membership required. No turbines.
Guests 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

Spiva Field is the Gold Country Flyers field on Michigan Bar Road near Ione in Amador County. The gated site has an asphalt runway, a helicopter pad, control-line circles, a covered shelter and porta-potties, and is set up for night flying. It is an FAA-recognized FRIA site.

The field is open in daylight 365 days a year. AMA membership is required and turbines are not allowed. Guests are welcome, but the entrance is gated, so contact the club before visiting.

Camping & RV