L05 is located in Southern California, in the southern Sierra Mountains. In the stunning area of Lake Isabella, Kern Valley Airport is great little airport, with a single 3’500 ft (1067 meters) runway. You will enjoy on camping for pilot flying in, next to the Kern River, with its own parking and taxiway. Don’t forget the iconic onsite Kern Airport cafe! For helo addicts, Kern Valley has a helipad used by the U.S. Forest Service where you can do firefighting operations.
Free to download at https://flightsim.to/file/52156/kern-valley-airport-l05
Kern Valley Airport was one of my favorite small airfield in FSx/P3D. Nor only because of the
great rendition by Orbx but also because the region was stunning: Isabella lake, Kern river, the south of the Sierra Nevada mountains, the runway into the valley. It’s also a pilot’s challenge due to the high altitude + high temperature. Did I mention the wind also?
Features
- Add the iconic Kern Cafe custom building
- Add the sloped parking area
- Add parallel wire ropes/cable on main apron to secure your aircraft
- Add tents and redesign the camp ground
- Add the only taxiway sign (you have to find it
)
- Add perimeter fence (most… still WIP, almost done)
- Add numerous objects in front of the Cafe : iconic weather report stone, commemorative sign, playground, welcome sign
- Add the segmented circle for the Windsock
- Add helipads starting position
- Delete all (unreal) autogen taxiway signs
- Enhanced the terraforming
- Replace all default autogen buildings
- Reposition taxiways and markings
- Reveal the “ELEV 2614” marking on the taxiway
- Clean up the shore and watermask of Lake Isabella close to the airport
- Fix the traffic pattern location: right for both side because of the mountain on east side
Enjoy! Free to download : https://flightsim.to/file/52156/kern-valley-airport-l05
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Version 1.1 with new textures for the Airport Café and a sign at the road entrance, thanks to D.Bawin who shared real local pic 
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Cool! Kern Valley is featured by flightsim.to
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I’ve uploaded version 1.2.0 with some fix and addition:
- Fix a sign on heliport spot
- Enhanced the ELEV 2614 ground marking
- Add an asphalt patch on runway
- Add scratch on main apron
- Add missing taxi lines north apron
- Update fuel price sign
Enjoy for free at https://flightsim.to/file/52156/kern-valley-airport-l05
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A new version is now available (1.2.2) https://flightsim.to/file/52156/kern-valley-airport-l05
- Add new free model animated windsocks by TheAirportGuys. Thanks to him! It replaces the default MSFS windsock which is more for Europe (white/red) to a 100% orange version.
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The new version of this iconic California field is now available to download. v2 add compatibility with Microsoft Flight Simulator 2024. This version include also fixes and a lot of improvement for MSFS2020. Download now for free and your PC (only) : https://flightsim.to/file/52156/kern-valley-airport-l05
- Add new static airplane.
- Fix MSFS2024 vegetation (WIP).
- Clear some errors at the CampGround
- Fix elevation issue and improve some locations
- Fix roof texture errors on Kern Cafe
- A lot of small fixes no one will ever notice.
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A small fix v2.01 to correct sunken PA18 and add a brand new static PA18 on campground! Enjoy https://flightsim.to/file/52156/kern-valley-airport-l05
A new update for Kern Valley?! Heck yes! What a fun airfield and area to fly!
Thanks sir! Been meaning to add a couple more of your Cali fields to the community folder!
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I’m excited to share a major update for Kern Valley Airport (L05)! This release focuses on alignment with SU16 and MSFS2024, as well as a host of visual and functional improvements. Whether you’re flying in MSFS2020 or MSFS2024, this update ensures the best possible experience.
What’s New in This Update?
- Dual Compatibility: The ZIP now includes two folders:
vbcorp-airport-l05-kern-valley (for both MSFS2020 and MSFS2024)zzz-vbcorp-airport-l05-kern-valley (MSFS2024 only – keep the name as-is for proper loading order).
- MSFS2024 & SU16 Alignment: Repositioned all objects, ground textures, and taxiway lines to match the latest Bing Maps data in both simulators.
- Enhanced Runway Texture: Smoother, more realistic runway surfaces in MSFS2024.
- Improved Terraforming: More accurate elevation and ground contours.
- Static Aircraft Overhaul: Removed outdated SimObjects and added new static aircraft for a livelier airport.
- Missing Objects Restored: All buildings and objects are now present in MSFS2024.
- New Taxiway Signage: Added a “Taxiway ->” sign based on recent real-world footage.
- Weathered Asphalt Patches: Added realistic wear-and-tear details in key areas.
- Fuel Prices: Already up-to-date—no changes needed!
Change Log
- Aligned SU16 and MSFS2024 Bing Maps data with Microsoft Flight Simulator: reposition all objects, ground textures, taxiway lines…
- Enhance runway texture (MSFS2024).
- Enhance terraforming.
- Remove SimObject static aircraft.
- Add more static aircraft.
- Replace all objects/Buildings missing (MSFS2024).
- Add a new “Taxiway ->” sign as seen on recent Youtube video.
- Add patch here and here to weathered the asphalt.
- Fuel price was already up to date
Download now for free MSFS2020/24 : https://flightsim.to/file/52156/kern-valley-airport-l05
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