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Sacramento Executive Airport

Sacramento, United States
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Sacramento's historic general aviation reliever airport.

Opened
1917
Location
Sacramento, United States
Sacramento Executive Airport (SAC/KSAC) is a public general aviation airport located approximately 5 miles south of downtown Sacramento, California. It serves as a reliever airport for Sacramento International Airport (SMF), primarily handling private, charter, and corporate aviation traffic. The airport is owned and operated by the City of Sacramento and sits on approximately 630 acres. It has historically served as an important aviation facility in the Sacramento region, with roots dating back to the early days of commercial aviation in California. Today, SAC supports a variety of fixed-base operators (FBOs), flight schools, and aircraft maintenance facilities. It does not currently serve scheduled commercial airline service, making it an exclusively general aviation facility.
Getting to & from
The airport is accessible primarily by car via surface streets, with limited public transit options connecting to downtown Sacramento.
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Sacramento Executive Airport does not host scheduled commercial airline service and operates exclusively as a general aviation facility.
Notable facts
  • ›One of the oldest airports in California, with aviation use dating to around 1917.
  • ›Serves as a general aviation reliever for Sacramento International Airport (SMF).
  • ›Owned and operated by the City of Sacramento.
  • ›Home to multiple FBOs, flight training schools, and aircraft maintenance businesses.
  • ›Located approximately 5 miles south of downtown Sacramento.
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City & Place Guide

California's capital blends Gold Rush history with farm-fresh culture.

Sacramento sits at the confluence of the Sacramento and American Rivers in California's Central Valley. As the state capital, it combines government landmarks with a vibrant arts scene, diverse neighborhoods, and a rich agricultural heritage that feeds much of the nation.

The city's Old Sacramento Waterfront district preserves wooden boardwalks and Gold Rush-era buildings, while the midtown and downtown grids buzz with breweries, farm-to-fork restaurants, and live music venues. Outdoor enthusiasts enjoy miles of riverside trails and easy access to the Sierra Nevada foothills.

Sacramento has a welcoming, unpretentious character and a growing reputation as a culinary destination. Its proximity to Napa, Lake Tahoe, and San Francisco makes it an excellent base for broader California exploration.

  • •California State Capitol — iconic gold-domed seat of state government with free tours
  • •Old Sacramento Waterfront — Gold Rush-era boardwalks, museums, and riverboat rides
  • •Crocker Art Museum — California's oldest public art museum with impressive collections
  • •Sutter's Fort State Historic Park — reconstructed 1840s fort central to California history
  • •Golden 1 Center — modern arena hosting NBA Kings and major concerts
  • •American River Parkway — 32-mile greenbelt perfect for cycling, fishing, and kayaking

Getting around: Sacramento Regional Transit operates light rail lines and bus routes covering the city and suburbs. Downtown and midtown are walkable and very bikeable, with a JUMP bike-share program available. Uber, Lyft, and traditional taxis serve the metro area, and the Amtrak Capitol Corridor train connects Sacramento to the Bay Area.

Best time: Spring (March–May) and fall (September–October) offer mild, sunny weather ideal for outdoor sightseeing before summer's intense heat arrives.

Local food: Try farm-to-fork cuisine at Tower District restaurants, Shady Lady Saloon cocktails, Sacramento-style tomato beef noodles in the city's Asian food scene, and locally grown stone fruits at the bustling Saturday farmers market.

This guide is provided for general information only. Verify details locally before making travel decisions.

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Sacramento Executive Airport
Encyclopaedia

Sacramento Executive Airport is a public airport three miles (5 km) south of downtown Sacramento, in Sacramento County, California, United States. The airport covers 540 acres (219 ha) and has two lighted runways and a helipad.

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