Dayton Valley Airpark (A34), Nevada
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Overview
Dayton Valley Airpark (A34) is a public-use, unattended general aviation field in Dayton, Nevada, sitting at 4,414 feet elevation between Carson City and Reno. The airport has a single paved runway and sees low bizav volume, with prior permission required for a range of operations. There is no onsite customs service; the nearest customs airport of entry is Reno-Tahoe International (KRNO), about 18.5 nautical miles away.
Runways
Dayton Valley Airpark has one paved runway, 07/25, 5,343 ft long and 75 ft wide, with an asphalt surface.
Source: FAA Form 5010.
Fuel and airfield services
The airport has no control tower.
Source: FAA Form 5010 / NASR.
Customs
Dayton Valley Airpark does not clear customs. The nearest port of entry is Reno / Tahoe International (KRNO), 19 NM away.
Source: CBP list of ports of entry.
Business aviation traffic
Dayton Valley Airpark recorded 4 business aviation movements in 2025. Traffic peaks in March and September. Business aviation traffic at Dayton Valley Airpark, as recorded by FAA TFMSC, is concentrated in March and September, with no operations logged in January or August.
Business jet movements, FAA TFMSC count. Peak month March, 2 movements in 2025.
Source: FAA TFMSC, business jet movements, 2025.
Climate
Dayton Valley Airpark averages 6.2 days above 90°F in July, 24.6 freeze days in December and 3.3 snow days in January. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 83.8°F, and December the coldest, at 40.3°F.
Weather station is 6.2 NM from the field. Some values are estimated by the agency. 1991–2020 climate normals.
Source: NOAA NCEI.
Operating constraints
Dayton Valley Airpark has published operating constraints in six categories: access, weight restrictions, runway notes, noise procedures, environmental and other notes.
Field condition information and prior permission are required; contact the airport manager.
For clearance delivery, contact Norcal Approach.
Prior permission is required from the airport manager for aircraft over 12,500 pounds, banner towing, skydiving, UAV/UAS operations, powered parachute, and glider operations.
The approach slope to the displaced threshold is 23:1.
Caution: there is a deep ditch in the runway safety area and runway shoulder at the southeast corner of the runway.
Noise abatement procedures apply: small aircraft should remain 0.75 nautical miles south at 5,414 feet MSL / 1,000 feet AGL; jets and larger aircraft should remain 1.75 nautical miles south at 6,414 feet MSL / 2,000 feet AGL. Extended takeoffs are directed beyond nearby schools and residential areas.
Wild horses, migratory birds, and waterfowl are present on and in the vicinity of the airport.
Ground transportation services are available.
Source: FAA Chart Supplement.
Nearby airfields
Dayton Valley Airpark has five airfields within 24 NM. The closest is Carson City (KCXP), 8.69 NM west.
Source: Skystar calculation from official coordinates.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the runway length at A34?
Dayton Valley Airpark (A34) has a single paved asphalt runway, 07/25, measuring 5,343 feet long and 75 feet wide. This is also the airport's maximum paved surface length. The runway supports the general aviation traffic that uses the field, though operators should account for the displaced threshold approach slope noted for the airport.
Is customs available at Dayton Valley Airpark?
Dayton Valley Airpark does not have onsite customs service. The nearest customs airport of entry is Reno-Tahoe International (KRNO), located approximately 18.5 nautical miles away. Operators requiring customs clearance near A34 should plan to route through KRNO rather than expecting service at the airpark itself.
Are there weight restrictions for operations at A34?
Aircraft over 12,500 pounds require prior permission from the airport manager at Dayton Valley Airpark. The same prior-permission requirement applies to banner towing, skydiving, UAV / UAS operations, powered parachute, and glider activity. Operators planning heavier flights into A34 should coordinate with the airport manager before arrival.
What noise abatement procedures apply at Dayton Valley Airpark?
Dayton Valley Airpark has defined noise abatement procedures based on aircraft size and distance from the field. Small aircraft are asked to remain 0.75 nautical miles south at 5,414 feet MSL or 1,000 feet AGL, while jets and larger aircraft extend to 1.75 nautical miles south at 6,414 feet MSL or 2,000 feet AGL. Extended takeoffs are directed beyond nearby schools and residential areas.