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Corcoran Airport (IATA: CRO) is a city-owned public-use general aviation airport about two miles southwest of downtown Corcoran in Kings County, California. Located in the San Joaquin Valley's Tulare Lake Basin, it has a single 3,010-foot asphalt runway and no scheduled airline service. It mainly supports private, agricultural, and training flights for the surrounding farming community.
💡 Local Tip
Summer afternoon density altitude and winter tule fog are the main local weather concerns; check both before a VFR flight, and keep an eye out for agricultural aircraft in the traffic pattern.
🚖 Getting There
By car, reach the airport from Corcoran via Whitley Avenue/CA-43; parking is typically free and uncongested. There is no public transit or scheduled shuttle to CRO, so arrange a taxi, rideshare, or hotel pickup ahead of time. For airline connections, allow about 50–60 miles to Fresno Yosemite International (FAT) or Meadows Field (BFL) in Bakersfield.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Corcoran Airport have commercial flights?
A: No. CRO is a general aviation airport with no scheduled airline service; the nearest commercial airports are Fresno Yosemite International (FAT) and Meadows Field (BFL) in Bakersfield.
Q: What runway and facilities are at CRO?
A: The airport has one asphalt runway, 13/31, measuring 3,010 by 60 feet, with basic tiedown/parking. There is no control tower, so pilots should use CTAF and check NOTAMs before arrival.
Q: Is fuel available at Corcoran Airport?
A: Fuel availability can vary; call ahead or check AirNav/ForeFlight before arriving. If fuel is unavailable, nearby Hanford Municipal (HJO) or Visalia Municipal (VIS) are alternatives.
Q: How far is CRO from downtown Corcoran?
A: It is roughly 1–2 miles southwest of downtown, about a 5-minute drive. There are no on-site rental car counters, so arrange ground transportation in advance.
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