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KBFLAIRPORT

MEADOWS FLD

BAKERSFIELD, California

509.6 ft MSL

2

Runways

17

Frequencies

16

Procedures

Quick Facts

ICAO

KBFL

FAA

BFL

Elevation

509.6 ft MSL

Runways

2

Frequencies

17

Tower

Yes

Fuel

100,100LL,A

Coordinates

35.434, -119.058

Airport Information

Facility Type

AIRPORT

Elevation

509.6 ft MSL

Control Tower

Yes

CTAF

118.1 MHz

Fuel Types

100,100LL,A

Traffic Pattern

Not published

ARTCC

LOS ANGELES

Coordinates

35.4339, -119.0577

Ownership

Public

Hours of Operation

ALL

Current Weather

— — —Updated

Nearby Weather Cameras

No camera at KBFL. Showing nearest cameras.

Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums

FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3

Weather camera at Mebane facing North

Mebane

North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total

21 NM away

Weather camera at Mojave Air and Space Port facing NorthEast

Mojave Air and Space Port

NorthEast · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total

59 NM away

12 camera angles available

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Runways

IDEndsLengthWidthSurfaceLightsWeight BearingPCN
12L/30R12L / 30R10,849 ft150 ftASPHHIGH
SW (Single Wheel) 96,000 lbsDW (Dual Wheel) 155,000 lbsDTW (Dual Tandem) 260,000 lbsDDTW (Double Dual Tandem) 654,000 lbs
-
12R/30L12R / 30L7,700 ft100 ftASPHMED
SW (Single Wheel) 18,000 lbs
-

Frequencies

APCH (5)ATIS (1)BAKERSFIELD RCAG (2)BFL VOT (1)CTAF (1)DEP (1)EMERG (2)GND (1)LCL (2)UNICOM (1)
TypeFrequencyNameCall SignUseHours
APCH/P DEP/P270.3MEADOWS FLDBAKERSFIELDAPCH/P DEP/P0600-2300
APCH/P DEP/P284.625MEADOWS FLDBAKERSFIELDAPCH/P DEP/P0600-2300
APCH/P DEP/P119.075MEADOWS FLDBAKERSFIELDAPCH/P DEP/P0600-2300
APCH/P ICXXX.XXXMEADOWS FLDBAKERSFIELDAPCH/P IC0600-2300
APCH/P ICXXX.XXXMEADOWS FLDBAKERSFIELDAPCH/P IC0600-2300
ATISXXX.XXXMEADOWS FLDBAKERSFIELDATIS0600-2300
BAKERSFIELD RCAGXXX.XXXBAKERSFIELDAPCH/DEP CTL SVC PRVDD BY LOS ANGELES ARTCC (ZLA) ON FREQS 127.1/317.7 (BAKERSFIELD RCAG) WHEN BAKERSFIELD APCH CTL (BFL) CLSD.BAKERSFIELDBAKERSFIELD RCAG-
BAKERSFIELD RCAGXXX.XXXBAKERSFIELDAPCH/DEP CTL SVC PRVDD BY LOS ANGELES ARTCC (ZLA) ON FREQS 127.1/317.7 (BAKERSFIELD RCAG) WHEN BAKERSFIELD APCH CTL (BFL) CLSD.BAKERSFIELDBAKERSFIELD RCAG-
BFL VOTXXX.XXXBAKERSFIELD-BFL VOT-
CTAFXXX.XXXMEADOWS FLDWHEN ATCT CLSD ACTVT MALSR RWY 30R; PAPI RWY 12L & 30R; HIRL RWY 12L/30R; TWY LGTS - CTAF. RWY 12R/30L CLSD WHEN ATCT CLSD.-CTAF-
DEP/P ICXXX.XXXMEADOWS FLDBAKERSFIELDDEP/P IC0600-2300
EMERGXXX.XXXMEADOWS FLDBAKERSFIELDEMERG0600-2300
EMERGXXX.XXXMEADOWS FLDBAKERSFIELDEMERG0600-2300
GND/PXXX.XXXMEADOWS FLDBAKERSFIELDGND/P0600-2300
LCL/PXXX.XXXMEADOWS FLDBAKERSFIELDLCL/P0600-2300
LCL/PXXX.XXXMEADOWS FLDBAKERSFIELDLCL/P0600-2300
UNICOMXXX.XXXMEADOWS FLD-UNICOM-

Airport Remarks

  • INDEX C ARFF AVAILABLE
  • MIL HELICOPTERS MAKE ALL APCHS TO RY OR PAVED AREAS. MINIMIZE HOVERING & POWER TO AVOID CAUSING BLOWING DUST; WHEELED HELICOPTERS GND TAXI ONLY. FORMATION JOIN-UP AFT DEP ONLY.
  • CAP SQUADRON ON ARPT.
  • RIGHT BASE OPNS FOR RY 30R ESTABLISH WINGS LEVEL ON FINAL APCH NO LOWER THAN 300 FT AGL.
  • NOISE SENSITIVE AREAS S & E OF ARPT RECOMMENDED TURBOJET TRNG HRS WKDAY 0800-2200 WKENDS 1200-2200; NO MORE THAN TEN PRACTICE APCHS PER HR.
  • RY 30R 50:1 TO DSPLD THLD.
  • ARPT OPS NA BLO 1200 RVR WITHOUT SMGCS. ARPT OPS NOT INITIATED BLO 600 RVR OR AUTH BLO 500 RVR.
  • WHEN ATCT CLSD ACTVT MALSR RWY 30R; PAPI RWY 12L & 30R; HIRL RWY 12L/30R; TWY LGTS - CTAF. RWY 12R/30L CLSD WHEN ATCT CLSD.
  • LDG FEE CHRGD TO ALL AIR TAXI, COML ACFT OPS (EXC FLT INSTRN), AND TSNT ACFT WEIGHING MORE THAN 10000 LBS.
  • CELL PHONE: 661-747-4053; H24 CTC: 661-747-4053; FAX: 661-391-1801; EMAIL: LAMANQUEBI@KERNCOUNTY.COM.
  • BILL LAMANQUE - LAMANQUEBI@KERNCOUNTY.COM
  • PCR VALUE: 396/F/B/X/T
  • PCR VALUE: 127/F/B/X/T
  • RWY 12R/30L NOT AVBL FOR PART 121/PART 380 OPS WITH SKED PAX CARRYING OPS MORE THAN 9 PAX SEATS AND NON-SKED PAX CARRYING OPS MORE THAN 30 PAX SEATS.
  • CNTRLN LGTS ARE ONLY VSB ON RWY 30R.

IFR Procedures

1 STARs, 4 Runway, 1 ILS, 6 Approaches, 3 SIDs, 1 Localizer

FASTO2I30RI30RL30RL30RMARIC4

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KBFL Operational Overview

Location & Facility

MEADOWS FLD (KBFL) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in BAKERSFIELD, California, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 509.6 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 35.4339°N, 119.0577°W.

Runways

MEADOWS FLD has 2 runways. The longest runway (12L/30R) measures 10,849 feet by 150 feet with a asph surface. Other runways include 12R/30L (7,700 ft, ASPH).

Communications & Operations

MEADOWS FLD is a towered airport. ATIS is available on 118.6 MHz. A total of 17 communication frequencies are published for this facility.

Services & Fuel

MEADOWS FLD offers 100,100LL,A fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.

Instrument Procedures

MEADOWS FLD has 16 published instrument flight procedures, including 4 approaches, 3 SIDs (Standard Instrument Departures), and 1 STAR (Standard Terminal Arrival Route). These procedures are updated on the 28-day AIRAC cycle. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view full procedure charts with waypoint maps and altitude profiles.

Weather Cameras

3 FAA Weather Cameras are available near MEADOWS FLD, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is KBFL?

KBFL is the ICAO identifier for MEADOWS FLD, a public-use airport, located in BAKERSFIELD, California, United States.

How many runways does MEADOWS FLD have?

MEADOWS FLD (KBFL) has 2 runways. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.

What is the elevation of KBFL?

The field elevation of MEADOWS FLD is 509.6 feet above mean sea level (MSL), surveyed.

Is fuel available at KBFL?

Yes, MEADOWS FLD offers 100,100LL,A fuel.

What is the longest runway at KBFL?

The longest runway at MEADOWS FLD is 10,849 feet long.

How much weight can the main runway at KBFL support?

The main runway at MEADOWS FLD supports single-wheel landing gear aircraft up to 96,000 lbs.

How do I access complete data for KBFL?

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Where is MEADOWS FLD located?

MEADOWS FLD (KBFL) is located in BAKERSFIELD, California, United States, at an elevation of 509.6 ft MSL.

Does KBFL have weather cameras?

KBFL does not have a direct weather camera, but there are nearby cameras within range. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all nearby airport cameras.

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Source: FAA NASR (National Airspace System Resource) 28-Day Subscription· AIRAC 28-day cycle· Updated Aug 6, 10:01 AM UTC