I came here to get my DBIDS access ID card for Uber and I was told it would take between half an…read morehour to two hours. Turns out it took like 10 minutes maybe so I'm happy with that. It's probably because I came on like some random weekday afternoon but it was a lot faster than I expected and the people who helped me at the visitor center and at the customer service center were really nice and helpful and now I have access to the base for a year!

We were out for a drive and had always been curious about the Base so we stopped at the gate to ask…read moreabout touring. The staff at the gate were stern but helpful and personable. They told us there was a museum but we had to obtain a pass from the Visitor's Center. So off to the Center we went. The older gentleman working the desk at the Center wasn't helpful or friendly. He didn't greet us when we walked in, and had a stuffy attitude during the conversation as if we had no business there and weren't entitled to information. His answers were short and he wasn't forthcoming. We asked about a pass to tour the museum. He asked for our driver's licenses. After giving them to him he said the museum was closed that day. He returned our licenses and just looked at us. I asked if there were other areas we could tour (since we were there). His response was "you need a sponsor." I said, a sponsor? He said yes, with a military ID. Ok but that didn't answer the question and it was obvious he wasn't encouraging of "visitors" so we just left. I left wondering why have a Visitor's Center staffed by someone who couldn't care less about visitor's?

Nut Tree Airport is a great little airport close to a number of restaurants in walking distance…read more Fuel is usually cheapest in the region for 100LL. I did my Private Pilot training here and made a lot of great friends along the way.

Yesterday was my first time flying into Nut Tree (KVCB) Airprot but, now that I know what to expect…read moreonce on the ground I plan on making Nut Tree a routine destination. More on that in a moment. Nut Tree is an uncontrolled airport with one just over 4000 foot runway. It's well maintained and if flying in or out after hours, the PCL is above average. Fuel. Is also reasonable at $4.72 per gallon and they do maintain a pilots lounge area to take a break (hours unknown). After landing and parking at one of the many spots with chain tie downs, it's a short walk via the field behind the hangers to local eateries or the Vacaville Outlets. A few mentionable items: Runway 2 is the calm wind runway with a left traffic pattern. If your flying to or from the South and progressing through Travis's Airspace, be sure you establish two way radio comms with Travis Approach. Remember, Travis still is an active AFB. The gate leaving the airport to the shopping area has a code but, that gate combo lock is a bit tricky. Be sure you play code and lock before leaving the gate so you don't lock yourself out.

Overall I had a pretty nice experience here. The staff were very friendly and the place was quite…read morecool. In fact, I met a 15-year-old cat here who worked at the facility! Overall, it is a great airport.

It's was really cool to see all the airplanes and they tour was really insightful about the pilots…read moreand why they were their yesterday 5/31. There was a competition and what a fascinating sight to see the planes do their tricks in the air. We would like to see this attraction on Halloween

You really learn whether an airport works when it becomes your home airport…read more I live in Folsom and have flown through Sacramento International Airport more times than I can count. At this point, I don't really judge SMF by whether it looks impressive. I judge it by a much simpler question: does it make traveling easier or harder? For the most part, SMF makes it easier. It's about a 45-50 minute drive from Folsom for me, so I wouldn't exactly call it close, but once I get there, the airport itself is usually pretty straightforward. It's big enough to offer a good range of flights without feeling like one of those enormous airports where simply finding your terminal becomes part of the journey. Southwest plays a huge role here, and as someone who flies Southwest pretty often, that makes SMF especially convenient. There are usually plenty of options and a good number of nonstop routes, which is a real advantage for people living in Sacramento and the surrounding county. I've used both Terminal A and Terminal B many times, and I definitely find Terminal A a little more convenient when arriving. You can get from the gate toward baggage claim and the parking area fairly quickly. Terminal B adds one extra step because you have to take the automated train between the concourse and the main terminal. It's not a big deal, and the ride itself is short, but when you've just gotten off a long flight and want to get home, you definitely notice the difference. Terminal B does have more personality, though. The giant red rabbit hanging over the terminal is one of those wonderfully strange pieces of airport art that you eventually start associating with coming home to Sacramento. It gives the airport some character instead of making it feel like another completely generic terminal. My biggest recurring complaint is baggage claim. I've had more than a few trips where I've waited 30 minutes or longer for my suitcase. That can get frustrating, especially late at night. At the same time, I know baggage handling involves the airlines and ground crews too, so I wouldn't necessarily blame the airport itself for every long wait. Staff-wise, my experiences have generally been good. People are usually polite, helpful, and willing to point you in the right direction when you need something. The airport is also fairly easy to understand. Signage is clear, getting between parking, the terminals, and ground transportation is pretty intuitive, and I rarely feel stressed trying to figure out where I'm supposed to go. And that may actually be SMF's biggest strength. It isn't trying to be LAX, SFO, or some massive international hub, and I don't think it needs to be. It's a practical, relatively low-stress airport that serves the Sacramento region well. You can get in, get where you need to go, and most of the time get on with your trip without the airport itself becoming the problem. I also like seeing the airport continue to grow. Sacramento has changed a lot, and SMF is clearly growing along with the region. After traveling through much larger and more complicated airports, I've come to appreciate having SMF as my home airport more than I probably used to. It's not perfect. The baggage wait can test your patience, and Terminal B takes a few extra minutes because of the train. But overall, it's convenient, easy to navigate, well connected, and much less stressful than many major-city airports I've traveled through. For a home airport, that counts for a lot.

WORST EVER BAGGAGE CLAIM No security . Thieves walk in &…read moretake bags routinely EVERY time I arrive here, they get the luggage carousel wrong Today Denver flight on United said carousel One One hour waiting no announcement Transpires all luggage from ATL! The bags were coming off carousel number three near open door where I saw someone come in & walk out with two bags while likely owners were waiting at wrong carousel !!! The staff walk around like & instead of letting people know are on their phones & when asked shrug shoulders, are rude and unprofessional Thieves walk in & grab bags routinely so beware NO Announcement Shoddy , management of airport clearly don't give a fig

This is the cutest little airport in Napa and it's easy to get in and out especially if you're…read moreflying JSX. They are very accommodating and friendly and it seems like everyone enjoys working here. They have complementary snacks and beverages and the bathrooms are very clean. It's very well-maintained overall!

I always loved this little airport. Always so clean So many…read moreinteresting people. I even learned to fly a plane here. My two sons also took flying lessons here. My folks loved the restaurant at this airport. It was so unique because the chef would put a big river rock on top of the steak to cook it through. Never seen that done before. Besides steaks, lots of other delicious choices. I really like this place.

This is the cutest little airport ever! We landed here and it was a little bumpy but a great flight…read morenonetheless. Also they are very pet friendly here and I saw a cute dog! I highly recommend flying JSX to Concord!!

This is my home airport, what is not to love? =)…read more Anyways, Buchanan Airport is one of the more competitive GA airports here in the Bay Area. There are FBO's onsite to cater your fueling and pair needs as well as a few flight schools to help you on getting your license. There is also a kids play area on the airport and I always give the a nice wave when passing by to and from my parking. It always nice to taxi along jets as JSX airlines is also present in this field. Although a restaurant is not present within the premises, fret not. There are a multitude of good restaurants just stones away form Buchanan airport. From the transient parking, the Veranda is just over a half mile with shops, restaurants, end even a movie theatre. I am glad to have KCCR as my home airport.

Love flying on Southwest Airlines. Another business trip and always add in some fun time. Chose…read moreto fly out of Oakland, because Southwest Hub. The flight attendants were very friendly and helpful. The captain and pilot welcome us onboard too. What a nice start of a day. A must fly.

NICE EXCEPT FOR POWER OUTLETS: Located in terminal 1 between…read moregates 8 and 8a. We arrived mid afternoon on Monday and the lounge was perhaps half to one third full. Food was Ok. Free drinks included coffee, tea, and soda and there was a carafe of water and of lemonade and one of cranberry juice. Free alcoholic drinks consisted of red and white wine. The DOWN SIDE was that less than half of the power outlets worked and some of those that did work the plugs were so worn out that my power plug literally fell out of the outlet. Anyways 4 star experience down rated to 3 stars because of this.

This quaint little non-towered airport (O88) could be a hidden gem in terms of 100LL. Just browsing…read morearound the Bay Area airports, Rio Vista's 100LL price is very competitive. Being local to O88, they have some very good folks out there. Bathroom, kitchen, and a pilot's lounge are some of the convenience here, but do not expect vending machines for snacks and drinks. Overall, O88 is A++ in my book.

Rio Vista Municipal Airport is a small general aviation airport located in the city of Rio Vista…read more The airport is somewhat new and opened in 1993. Its FAA Location identifier is O88 It has two runways 7/25 at 4,200 feet and 5/33 at 2,200 feet. Both runways are asphalt. Fuel and storage is available 24 hours a day, but you may need to call ahead. We have on occasion made a fuel stop there in the chopper. The re-fuelers are quick and friendly even though we arrived at 3am. Aside from that its a pretty spartan affair

Perfect little airport…read more The Stockton Metro Airport might just be the most convenient airport there is. If you drive yourself there, you will see two large parking lots where they offer paid overnight parking. There are plenty of spots available so there is no need to arrive extremely early to hunt for an open spot. There is a kiosk inside where you can conveniently pay for parking when you wait for your belongings at baggage claim. This is definitely not an airport where you have to follow the general rule of showing up two hours early. I have shown up less than 30 minutes from boarding time and made it to the gate with plenty of time to spare. If you do decide to come early and have daytime/early evening flight, you can stop by the small restaurant for a bite. Since the only flights out of STK Airport are to Phoenix and Las Vegas, the majority of travelers don't check a bag. This makes the bag check line super short and quick. The TSA line also goes by super quickly. There is only one agent to check IDs, but there is never any hold up. Even through the government shutdown, I experienced no TSA delays. For travelers with TSA Pre-Check, you'll likely be the only person in line and will get through even quicker. It only takes a few moments to get through the security clearance before you're greeted by a large waiting area and bar. The waiting area by the gates is quite spacious. Right before the flight boards, it can get quite packed but there are typically still seats available. The intercom system is awful. It sounds like static. If you pay attention or sit closer to the gate, it shouldn't be an issue though. The bar is the perfect addition, especially before Vegas flights. Many people taking that weekend night flight to Vegas uses the bar as a pre-game for their night out. Don't expect to sleep on those flights, they're super rowdy! The drinks at the airport bar are typical for airport prices. We got three drinks for $27. The bar, of course, is limited on what they can make due to their few ingredients. My margarita was made with mixer and had nothing on the rim. Despite being super busy, the bartender got the drinks out super fast. He ran that bar by himself like the military and with style. He slid the drinks across the bar top giving everyone a little show too. Because the departing flight is directly dependent on the flight coming in, there are sometimes small flight delays. They have to deboard everyone and do a quick pass through to let everyone else on which can take a while. Despite what you may think about Allegiant Airlines itself, this is a fantastic airport, especially for those wanting a weekend getaway or a connection to a larger airport.

Tiny airport, but it's clean and efficient, and it gets the job done! Currently, only Allegiant…read moreflies to SCK to/from Las Vegas and Phoenix. The airport is extremely quiet as the only people ever here are those deplaning or waiting to board the departing flight. There is no need to arrive here too early as the check-in process and TSA security process take mere minutes. Remember, the only people here are the ones on your same flight! I'd recommend bringing your own food to the airport, as there aren't many options. There's a restaurant/bar/coffee shop outside security, as well as a bar inside the gate area. There are also vending machines scattered throughout. Boarding and deplaning are done via air stairs on the tarmac, so if there is inclement weather, you will be subjected to it! We got wet because it was raining upon arrival! If you're a visitor, keep in mind that there is no car rental facility located at this airport, so you will have to go either downtown or to the Stockton Auto Mall to pick-up a rental car. The only rideshare service authorized to pick-up here is Lyft. When we arrived around 10 PM, it took a while to get a Lyft to pick us up, likely due to the low volume of drivers at night. So plan accordingly!

SFO is a huge airport however to be expected considering its the major international airport for…read moreNCAL. I used to fly out of SFO much more frequently 10- 15 years ago. It was much easier to get in and out of SFO either by Bart , or I would stay at the Park n Fly nearby hotels. But with not that much additional savings vs flying out of Sacramento I normally don't book directly out of SFO any longer. With the hassle of traffic and bridge tolls its hardly worth it. Often I find flights that provide me a connection here from SMF which is much more convenient. As an Amx card holder I do appreciate their Centurion lounges here to relax if I have the time.

well. the layout is…read morequite disconnected and not the easiest to understand. lots of walking. lots lots of walking depending where your gate is. usually getting through TSA is pretty efficient. early morning shortest lines. most efficient. sometimes confusing finding an entrance to TSA precheck. just go to the line and get directed, youre either in the right place or the wrong place. youll figure it out. looooooove that there are museum exhibits and rotating topics for you to browse while waiting for your flight! so thoughtful