Inyokern charts & airport diagram
Inyokern (IYK · KIYK) in Inyokern, CA publishes 5 FAA charts, including 1 instrument approach (RNAV (GPS)). Every one links straight to the current FAA PDF. · Open on the map
All of Inyokern — runways, frequencies, charts and live weatherLowest minimums here: RNAV (GPS) with vertical guidance · Every chart below links straight to the current FAA PDF.
What KIYK publishes
Instrument approaches at KIYK
Inyokern has 1 published instrument approach of 1 type (RNAV (GPS)). 1 of them offers vertical guidance; RNAV (GPS) gives the lowest minimums.
No published approach to runway 15, 33, 20, 10 and 28: landing on those ends in instrument conditions means a circling approach or a visual after breaking out.
Takeoff, alternate and surface information
- Takeoff minimums are published for KIYK. Standard is 1 statute mile visibility for one and two engine aircraft (½ mile for more than two) unless this section says otherwise; Part 91 operators are not bound by them but the obstacle notes apply to everyone.
- Inyokern has an obstacle departure procedure (ODP): the charted way to clear terrain and obstacles after takeoff in instrument conditions. ATC does not assign it; under Part 91 it is recommended rather than required, and it is what you fly when no SID or radar vectors have been given.
All 5 charts, as a list every plate with its direct FAA link
Frequently asked
Does KIYK have an instrument approach?
Yes. Inyokern has 1 published instrument approach: RNAV (GPS). At least one offers vertical guidance.
What is the lowest approach at KIYK?
RNAV (GPS) to runway 02 is the approach type with the lowest published minimums at Inyokern. It has vertical guidance, so it is flown to a decision altitude rather than a minimum descent altitude. Actual minimums vary by aircraft category and are on the plate.
Does KIYK have SIDs and STARs?
Inyokern publishes 1 departure procedure (SID) and no STARs. The list is on this page, linked to the current FAA plate.
Does KIYK have an obstacle departure procedure?
Yes. Inyokern publishes an ODP. Under Part 91 it is not mandatory in most cases, but it is the charted way to clear terrain and obstacles after takeoff in instrument conditions.
More about KIYK
Charts are the FAA d-TPP (d-TPP cycle 2609 (2026, cycle 9)) and Chart Supplement, reissued on the 28-day chart cycle and linked directly from the FAA. For planning and education only; always fly the current chart.
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