Valle Airport (40G), Arizona
Landing essentials
Whether you can land, whether you can refuel, and how customs works here.
Overview
Valle Airport (VLE, local identifier 40G) sits near Grand Canyon, Arizona, at an elevation of 5999 feet, serving as a general aviation field roughly 129 nautical miles from the nearest metro area. The airport is non-towered and offers a single paved runway. Business aviation activity is minimal, reflecting the field's role as a light-traffic general aviation airport rather than a business travel hub. Operators should note the absence of onsite customs and the distance to the nearest customs-capable facility when planning international routings.
Runways
Valle Airport has one paved runway, 01/19, 4,199 ft long and 45 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
Valle Airport does not clear customs. The nearest port of entry is Scottsdale (KSDL), 122 NM away.
Source: CBP list of ports of entry.
Business aviation traffic
Valle Airport recorded 4 business aviation movements in 2025. Traffic peaks in February, August, September and December.
Business jet movements, FAA TFMSC count. Peak month February, 1 movements in 2025.
Source: FAA TFMSC, business jet movements, 2025.
Climate
Valle Airport averages 12.2 days above 90°F in July and 28.9 freeze days in January. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 87.6°F, and December the coldest, at 44.1°F.
Weather station is 11.2 NM from the field. Some values are estimated by the agency. 1991–2020 climate normals.
Source: NOAA NCEI.
Operating constraints
Valle Airport has published operating constraints in four categories: access, runway notes, environmental and other notes.
A 10-foot road located 200 feet from the threshold crosses the approach area, which extends 250 feet on each side. Brush 2 feet high, located 200 feet from the threshold, lies 90 to 250 feet left of centerline.
Flight demonstration area is located 850 to 1000 feet east of the threshold.
Wildlife is present on and in the vicinity of the airport.
Centerline marking condition is poor; crack filler coverage affects the paint.
For clearance delivery, contact Los Angeles ARTCC.
Winter maintenance is not available; contact the airport manager for field conditions.
Helicopter training occurs in the vicinity of the airport; monitor frequency 122.8 within 5 nautical miles.
Source: FAA Chart Supplement.
Nearby airfields
Valle Airport has five airfields within 46 NM. The closest is Grand Canyon National Park (KGCN), 18.12 NM north.
Source: Skystar calculation from official coordinates.
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of business aviation traffic does VLE (Valle Airport) see?
Valle Airport, identified as VLE, recorded a total of 6 annual operations in 2025 according to FAA TFMSC data, with 4 of those classified as business aviation. Traffic is light and spread thinly across the year rather than concentrated in any single period. This is a low-volume general aviation field near Grand Canyon, Arizona, not a high-frequency business aviation destination.
Is there a customs facility at VLE airport?
Valle Airport does not have customs service onsite. The nearest customs facility is at KSDL, located approximately 122.31 nautical miles away. Operators requiring customs clearance near Grand Canyon, Arizona should plan their routing through KSDL rather than expecting service at VLE.
What is the runway length and surface at 40G Valle Airport?
Valle Airport, local identifier 40G, has a single runway, 01/19, measuring 4199 feet long and 45 feet wide. The surface is asphalt. This is also the airport's longest paved surface, so it defines the maximum runway length available for operations at this field.
Are there any notable obstructions or hazards reported at VLE?
Yes. Valle Airport reports wildlife activity on and in the vicinity of the airfield, along with helicopter training operations in the vicinity monitored on frequency 122.8 within 5 nautical miles. Close-in obstructions near the runway threshold include a road and brush within the approach area. Winter maintenance is not available at VLE, so pilots should confirm field conditions with the airport manager before winter operations.