McClellan-Palomar Airport

KCRQ / CLD

Carlsbad, US

KCRQ (CLD) McClellan-Palomar Airport — Charts, Approach Plates & Operations

15 official charts for McClellan-Palomar Airport (KCRQ / CLD) — airport diagrams, instrument approach procedures, SIDs, STARs, and operational information for pilots.

Charts (15) Operations Frequencies Official AIP FAQ

KCRQ Airport Charts & Approach Plates

Official charts for McClellan-Palomar Airport published by the national aviation authority. Updated every 28 days per AIRAC cycle. All links open the official PDF source in a new tab.

Airport Diagrams 1

Instrument Approach Procedures (IAP) 8

Standard Terminal Arrivals (STAR) 2

Hot Spots & Warnings 2

Takeoff Minimums 1

Alternate Minimums 1

All charts sourced from official AIP publication. Last updated: April 7, 2026. Always verify with the official AIP before flight.

Airport Operations

McClellan-Palomar Airport operates with tower control 0700-2200 local time. Air carrier operations with more than 9 passenger seats are restricted 2230-0600 except by prior permission. When tower is closed, activate runway lighting and approach aids on CTAF frequency.

Fuel & Services

Fuel Available
Yes
Fuel Types
AVGAS 100LL JET-A1
Operating Hours
0700-2200 LT

Parking & Handling

Landing Fees
Yes
PPR Required

Published Approach Procedures

ILS RWY 24

Noise Abatement

CLOSED TO AIR CARRIER OPNS WITH MORE THAN 9 PASSENGER SEATS FM 2230 TO 0600 EXCEPT BY PPR CALL AMGR 760-431-4646

Special Procedures

WHEN ATCT CLSD ACTVT HIRL RWY 06/24, PAPI RWYS 06 & 24, MALSR RWY 24 - CTAF

PPL / GA Operations

Traffic pattern is left for runway 06. ILS approach available to runway 24 but unmonitored when tower closed. Airport has active construction notice. Visual approach aids include 4-light PAPI systems on both runway ends.

Source: AIP data extracted Apr 7, 2026. Always verify with official AIP before flight. View source

Radio Frequencies

7 frequencies
Tower
118.600
MHz
TWR
Ground
121.800
MHz
GND
ATIS
120.150
MHz
ATIS
Clearance
134.850
MHz
CLNC DEL
CTAF
118.600
MHz
CTAF
RDO
115.300
MHz
SAN DIEGO RDO
A/D
127.300
MHz
SOCAL APP/DEP
Emergency Frequency
121.500
International Emergency

Usage Instructions:

Tower: Airport traffic control
Ground: Surface movement control
Approach: Terminal area control
ATIS: Automated weather & airport info
• Click any frequency to copy to clipboard
• Always verify frequencies with current charts before flight
• Frequencies may change - check NOTAMs for updates
Data Source: Frequencies are sourced from OurAirports.com, updated daily. Always verify current frequencies using official airport charts, AIP publications, or contact the airport directly. Frequencies may change due to operational requirements or regulatory updates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many charts are available for KCRQ (CLD) McClellan-Palomar Airport?

We list 15 official charts for KCRQ, including airport diagrams, instrument approach procedures (IAP), SIDs, STARs, and visual approaches sourced directly from the official AIP.

Where can I find instrument approach plates for KCRQ?

All instrument approach procedures (IAP) for KCRQ (CLD) McClellan-Palomar Airport are available on this page, linking directly to the official PDF charts published by the aviation authority. These include ILS, RNAV/GPS, VOR and LOC approaches for all runways.

Are the charts for KCRQ free?

Yes, all chart links on this page point to official free sources including FAA d-TPP, EUROCONTROL eAIPs, and national aviation authority publications. No subscription required.

How often are charts updated?

Official charts follow the AIRAC cycle and are updated every 28 days. The links on this page always point to the current effective cycle from the official source.