Chart Wise: Hayward, California (KHWD) RNAV GPS Rwy 28L

Master stepdowns, glide slope differences, and nonstandard notations on this Bay Area airport approach.

Jason Blair

Wednesday, September 09, 2026 at 08:00 AM ET

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Travis Tingle

Aviation enthusiasts on the ramp at Hayward Executive Airport in California [Credit: US Aircraft Expo]

Key Takeaways:

The RNAV GPS RWY 28L approach at Hayward Executive Airport (KHWD) offers varying minimums based on aircraft WAAS capability, providing precision-like LPV minimums for WAAS-equipped aircraft and higher LNAV/VNAV or LNAV MDA with specific stepdown fixes for non-WAAS aircraft.
Pilots must be aware of specific operational procedures, including circling to the south of the airport if landing on Runway 10R, a missed approach procedure involving a right turn to the OAK VOR with 4 nm hold legs, and the difference between the approach's 3.1-degree glide slope and the visual 4.0-degree VASI.
Crucial chart notations, 'T' (nonstandard takeoff minimums) and 'A' (nonstandard IFR alternate minimums), indicate requirements such as specific climb gradients, obstacles, and limitations for using KHWD as an alternate when the tower is closed or local weather is unavailable.

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Centrally located in the San Francisco Bay Area, Hayward Executive Airport (KHWD) in California might just be a good place for a pilot to use to gain access to the many attractions in the area. The RNAV GPS RWY 28L approach is a way to get down to the airport when weather conditions are less than optimal VMC.

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