Gillespie Field charts & airport diagram
Gillespie Field (SEE · KSEE) in San Diego/El Cajon, CA publishes 13 FAA charts, including 3 instrument approaches (RNAV (GPS), LOC). Every one links straight to the current FAA PDF. · Open on the map
All of Gillespie Field — runways, frequencies, charts and live weatherLowest minimums here: RNAV (GPS) with vertical guidance · Every chart below links straight to the current FAA PDF.
What KSEE publishes
Airport diagram
The FAA airport diagram for Gillespie Field — runways, taxiways, ramps and hold short lines. Shown in the browser above; the FAA PDF ↗ is the authoritative copy.
Instrument approaches at KSEE
Gillespie Field has 3 published instrument approaches of 2 types (RNAV (GPS) and LOC). 2 of them offer vertical guidance; RNAV (GPS) gives the lowest minimums. One is circling only — bringing you to the airport rather than a runway, to circle for whichever runway the wind favors at circling minimums.
No published approach to runway 27R, 35, 09R and 27L: 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 KSEE. 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.
- Gillespie Field 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.
- A diverse vector area (DVA) is established, so ATC can issue radar vectors below the minimum vectoring altitude right after departure.
- Non standard alternate minimums are published: if you file KSEE as an IFR alternate, the required forecast is higher than the default 600-2 for precision or 800-2 for non precision approaches. Check the alternate rule tool.
All 13 charts, as a list every plate with its direct FAA link
Airport documents 2
- APD Airport diagram ↗
- A/FD Chart Supplement ↗
Approaches 3
- LOC LOC-D ↗ · circling
Departures 5
Minimums 3
Frequently asked
Where can I get the KSEE airport diagram?
The FAA publishes the Gillespie Field airport diagram as part of the d-TPP (Digital Terminal Procedures Publication), reissued every 28 days. The current one is linked on this page, along with a full-page preview.
Does KSEE have an instrument approach?
Yes. Gillespie Field has 3 published instrument approaches: RNAV (GPS), LOC. At least one offers vertical guidance.
What is the lowest approach at KSEE?
RNAV (GPS) to runway 09L is the approach type with the lowest published minimums at Gillespie Field. 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 KSEE have SIDs and STARs?
Gillespie Field publishes 2 departure procedures (SIDs) and no STARs. The list is on this page, linked to the current FAA plate.
Does KSEE have an obstacle departure procedure?
Yes. Gillespie Field 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 KSEE
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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