Redding Regional (KRDD), California
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Whether you can land, whether you can refuel, and how customs works here.
Overview
Redding Regional, identified by the code KRDD, is a towered public airport in Redding, California, serving as a business aviation hub for the region with two paved runways and both 100LL and Jet A fuel available. The field recorded 11,891 total annual operations in 2025 per FAA TFMSC data, with 6,546 of those attributed to business aviation traffic. Its longer runway, at 7,003 feet, accommodates a wide range of turbine equipment, while its proximity to national forest land brings seasonal air tanker activity into the operational picture.
Runways
Redding Regional has two paved runways. The longest, 17/35, is 7,003 ft long and 150 ft wide, with an asphalt surface.
Runways are listed longest first.
Source: FAA Form 5010.
Fuel and airfield services
Redding Regional has Jet A and 100LL available on the field. Fueling is available 24 hours a day, every day, and the airport has an operating control tower.
Source: FAA Form 5010 / NASR.
Customs
Redding Regional does not clear customs. The nearest port of entry is O33, 89 NM away.
Source: CBP list of ports of entry.
Business aviation traffic
Redding Regional recorded 6,546 business aviation movements in 2025. Traffic peaks in July. Business aviation traffic at KRDD is concentrated with a peak in July and a corresponding low in October, per FAA TFMSC data.
Business jet movements, FAA TFMSC count. Peak month July, 656 movements in 2025.
Source: FAA TFMSC, business jet movements, 2025.
Climate
Redding Regional averages 28.6 days above 90°F in July, 9.9 freeze days in December and 0.2 snow days in January. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 99.9°F, and December the coldest, at 56.0°F.
Weather station is on the field. Some values are estimated by the agency. 1991–2020 climate normals.
Source: NOAA NCEI.
Operating constraints
Redding Regional has published operating constraints in five categories: runway notes, noise procedures, environmental, pavement strength and other notes.
MALSR activated for Runway 35; REIL on Runway 17; PAPI on Runway 17; HIRL on Runway 17/35; MIRL on Runway 13/31; taxiway lights on CTAF.
Runway 13/31 is not available for Part 121 or Part 380 operations for scheduled passenger-carrying flights with more than 9 passenger seats, or non-scheduled passenger-carrying flights with more than 30 passenger seats.
Field conditions for the runway, aprons, and taxiways are good to fair.
For noise abatement, avoid overflights of residential housing when possible.
Use caution for birds in the vicinity of the airport.
PCR VALUE: 350/F/C/X/T
PCR VALUE: 500/F/B/X/T
Markings are faded.
Markings are faded and not reflective.
Markings are faded and not reflective.
Severe cracking is present.
The U.S. Forest Service is present on the field; expect heavy air tanker activity during fire season.
For clearance delivery, if unable to contact on the FSS frequency, contact Oakland ARTCC.
Source: FAA Chart Supplement.
Nearby airfields
Redding Regional has five airfields within 50 NM. The closest is Red Bluff Municipal (KRBL), 21.62 NM south.
Part of the Northern California area.
Source: Skystar calculation from official coordinates.
Skystar at KRDD
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Frequently asked questions
What runways are available at KRDD?
Redding Regional, identified as KRDD, operates two paved asphalt runways. Runway 17/35 is the primary strip at 7,003 feet long and 150 feet wide, serving as the main runway for business aviation traffic. Runway 13/31 measures 5,067 feet long and 150 feet wide. Note that Runway 13/31 is not available for Part 121 or Part 380 scheduled passenger operations exceeding 9 seats, or non-scheduled operations exceeding 30 seats. Dispatchers should plan primary jet traffic for Runway 17/35 accordingly.
Is customs available on site at Redding Regional?
Redding Regional does not have customs service on site. The nearest customs facility is located at O33, approximately 88.93 nautical miles away. Crews arriving from international origins need to plan a stop at that facility or coordinate customs clearance in advance. This distance should be factored into fuel and routing planning for any international arrival into KRDD. No onsite customs processing exists at this field.
What seasonal traffic patterns affect operations at KRDD?
Redding Regional shows business aviation traffic concentrated in certain months of the year, according to FAA TFMSC data for 2025. July recorded the highest monthly count at 656 operations, while October showed the lowest at 455 operations. This seasonal variation should factor into scheduling and slot planning for operators using KRDD. The airport's overall annual business aviation total was 6,546 operations against 11,891 total annual operations recorded for the field.
Are there wildlife or air tanker hazards to know about at Redding Regional?
Redding Regional hosts a U.S. Forest Service presence on the field, and crews should expect heavy air tanker activity during fire season. Bird activity in the vicinity of the airport also warrants caution, per field remarks. These conditions can affect traffic patterns and require additional situational awareness during approach and departure. Operators flying into KRDD during peak fire season should anticipate coordination with tanker operations sharing the airspace.
What is the pavement condition and marking status at KRDD runways?
Runway surfaces at Redding Regional show mixed condition per field remarks. Markings are reported as faded and, in some cases, not reflective on both runways. Severe cracking has also been noted on pavement. Field conditions for runways, aprons, and taxiways are otherwise described as good to fair. Crews planning night or low-visibility operations at KRDD should account for reduced marking visibility.