Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport

KPMD / PMD

Palmdale, US

KPMD (PMD) Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport — Charts, Approach Plates & Operations

10 official charts for Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport (KPMD / PMD) — airport diagrams, instrument approach procedures, SIDs, STARs, and operational information for pilots.

Charts (10) Operations Frequencies Official AIP FAQ

KPMD Airport Charts & Approach Plates

Official charts for Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 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) 6

Takeoff Minimums 1

Alternate Minimums 1

Additional Charts 1

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

Airport Operations

Military airport requiring USAF approval and DD Form 2400/01/02 for civil use. Airport operates 1330-0600Z++ and is closed to all traffic without written approval during other times. Landing fees apply and no fuel is available.

Fuel & Services

Fuel Available
No
Operating Hours
1330-0600Z++

NONE

Parking & Handling

Landing Fees
Yes
PPR Required

Published Approach Procedures

ILS RWY 25

Special Procedures

OFFICAL BUSINESS ONLY. MILITARY ARPT. CIVIL USE REQUIRES USAF APPROVAL AND DD FORM 2400/01/02. OTHER TIMES CLSD TO ALL TFC WITHOUT WRITTEN APVL. CLSD FED HOL. WHEN ATCT CLSD ARPT CLSD TO ALL TFC WITHOUT WRITTEN APVL, DUE TO MILITARY OPS DURING TOWER CLOSURE.

PPL / GA Operations

Right traffic pattern RWY 04, Left traffic pattern RWY 22. PAPI lights on RWY 04, 07, 22, & 25 operate continuously. Airport closed federal holidays. Active construction notice in effect.

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

Radio Frequencies

5 frequencies
Tower
123.700
MHz
TWR
Ground
121.900
MHz
GND
CTAF
123.700
MHz
CTAF
ASOS
118.275
MHz
ASOS
A/D
124.550
MHz
JOSHUA 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 KPMD (PMD) Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport?

We list 10 official charts for KPMD, 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 KPMD?

All instrument approach procedures (IAP) for KPMD (PMD) Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 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 KPMD 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.