FBO and Airport Reviews

Bay Breeze Aviation Airport Series

Livermore Municipal Airport (KLVK) is my home base and one of the most pilot-friendly GA airports in the Bay Area. With two parallel runways, a modern layout, and a welcoming atmosphere, it’s a great stop whether you’re flying through or based locally.

Airport Overview

KLVK sits at 400 feet MSL in the Tri-Valley, surrounded by vineyards and rolling hills. The airport features:

• Runway 7L/25R – 5,253 ft

• Runway 7R/25L – 2,699 ft (training runway)

Quick Stop at New Coalinga (C80) – Another One Checked Off the List!

Hey everyone!

I made a quick hop over to New Coalinga Municipal Airport (C80) recently as part of my ongoing goal to visit every public-use airport in California. I didn’t film this one for the Bay Breeze Aviation channel, but I wanted to drop a few notes in case anyone’s looking for a quiet Central Valley stopover.

🛬 Arrival Notes

I landed Runway 30—winds were calm and the long 5000’ runway made for an easy arrival in my Mooney M20E. The field is open, flat, and easy to spot from a distance. The PAPI for RWY 30 is listed as OTS, but the REILs and MIRLs are supposed to be operational.

📋 Airport Overview

I recently flew into L45 (Bakersfield Municipal) and found it to be a great stop. The airport facilities are well-maintained, and the runway was in excellent condition, making for a smooth arrival and departure.

If you’re departing toward Bakersfield, keep in mind that the Delta airspace comes up fast. Make your left crosswind turn early to stay clear.

Overall an easy airport to navigate, with plenty of space for parking. I also heard the restaurant is open now on the northwest side of the field. A nice option for anyone needing a well-kept and convenient stop in the area!