Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (BFL)

Bakersfield Meadows Field at a Glance

Meadows Field Airport (KBFL/BFL) is Kern County's commercial-service and business-aviation gateway, three miles northwest of downtown Bakersfield. Two runways serve the field: primary 12L/30R at 10,857 ft (concrete) and secondary 12R/30L at 5,026 ft (asphalt). The 10,857-ft runway accommodates the full range of business jets, from light jets to ultra-long-range heavies. The field is towered, fueled with Jet-A and 100LL, and has an on-airport US Customs facility for international charter. Atlantic Aviation is the principal jet FBO.

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Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport, 3701 Wings Way, Bakersfield, CA 93308

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport
ICAO Code	KBFL
IATA Code	BFL
FAA Identifier	BFL
Address	3701 Wings Way, Bakersfield, CA 93308
Elevation	507 ft MSL
Coordinates	35.4339° N, 119.0568° W
Owner / Operator	Kern County
Phone	+1-661-391-1800
FAA Data	AirNav BFL

Operations & Facilities
Runways	12L/30R: 10,857 ft (Concrete) 12R/30L: 5,026 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	Atlantic Aviation
Customs	No
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq	118.3
Weight Limit	None published
Annual Operations	50,000+

Runways & Approaches

Meadows Field's primary runway, 12L/30R, measures 10,857 feet of concrete, one of the longest runways in California's southern Central Valley. That length comfortably handles every category of business jet, including ultra-long-range types such as the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global 7500, with generous margins for hot-day and high-gross-weight departures common to summer operations here.

The secondary runway, 12R/30L, runs 5,026 feet of asphalt and provides crosswind flexibility plus capacity for piston, turboprop, and light-jet traffic. The field is served by an operating control tower and a full instrument approach suite, including ILS, RNAV (GPS), and VOR procedures, supporting reliable IFR access through Central Valley tule fog and winter frontal passages.

FBOs & Ground Services

Full-service fixed-base operators handle private traffic here, offering Jet-A, hangarage, customs coordination, and concierge ground transportation. Arrange handling in advance for peak-season and after-hours arrivals.

Atlantic Aviation

Full-service FBO and the principal jet handler at Meadows Field. Jet-A and 100LL, hangar space, ground handling, catering, and concierge services just north of downtown Bakersfield.

Epic Jet Center

General and corporate aviation FBO offering line service, fuel, tiedowns, and hangars at BFL.

Bakersfield Jet Center (Loyd's Aviation)

FBO and full-service operation providing fuel, hangar space, maintenance, and line service for based and transient aircraft.

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Aircraft Registered in BAKERSFIELD (376)

376 aircraft are registered to owners in BAKERSFIELD, CA according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 376. Track live flights from BFL →

N100VT

DJI AGRAS T100

N1011

CESSNA T210N · 1980

N1011T

BELLANCA 7ECA · 1972

N103WT

TATHAM WILLARD M MITCHELL U-2

N109DM

MANGAN DENNIS RV6-A · 1997

N109MD

BEECH B200 · 1985

N121SB

BOOKOUT BRENT AVID MKIV · 1996

N1220W

CESSNA 525A · 2003

N122RC

CESSNA T210K

N124WD

AMERICAN CHAMPION AIRCRAFT 7GCAA · 2000

N128AH

INIZIATIVE INDUSTRIALI ITALIAN SKY ARROW 600 SPORT

N1322Z

TEXTRON AVIATION INC T182T · 2024

N133M

BEECH 35

N136KC

BEECH A36 · 1978

N141JG

CESSNA 177 · 1968

N145GK

VANS AIRCRAFT INC RV-12 · 2011

N148PR

BEECH V35 · 1967

N1497G

BEECH P35 · 1962

N15233

WACO CUC-1 · 1935

N157B

BELL 47D1 · 1947

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Atlantic Aviation	$5.20 – $6.40/gal

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet (up to 12,500 lbs)	$25 – $60
Midsize Jet (12,500–25,000 lbs)	$60 – $125
Super-Mid Jet (25,000–45,000 lbs)	$125 – $200
Heavy Jet (45,000+ lbs)	$200 – $350

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview

Meadows Field Airport (KBFL/BFL) is the primary commercial and general aviation airport for Bakersfield and Kern County, sitting at roughly 510 feet MSL about three miles northwest of downtown. Owned and operated by the Kern County Department of Airports, it combines scheduled airline service (American, United, and their regional partners) with a robust business-aviation community. A control tower has operated since 1957, and the field covers more than 1,300 acres with multiple FBOs.

Runway Capability

The primary runway, 12L/30R, is 10,857 feet of concrete — long enough for any business jet in production, including ultra-long-range heavies departing at full fuel on hot Central Valley afternoons. The 5,026-foot secondary runway, 12R/30L, adds crosswind options and handles lighter traffic. No weight, slot, or curfew restrictions are published for civil jet operations.

Charter Considerations

Meadows Field is a practical, uncongested alternative to the busy Los Angeles Basin airports for travelers headed to Bakersfield, the southern San Joaquin Valley, and the Kern County energy and agriculture corridor. Atlantic Aviation provides the principal jet-handling experience, with Epic Jet Center and Bakersfield Jet Center offering additional ramp and fuel options. The three-mile drive to downtown makes door-to-door times short compared with commercial connections through LAX.

Safety & Planning

Density altitude is generally manageable given the 510-foot elevation, though summer heat raises performance figures on the longest legs — the 10,857-foot primary runway provides ample margin. Crews plan for winter tule fog, which can drop the Central Valley to IFR or LIFR for extended periods; the full ILS and RNAV approach suite supports reliable access. Standard NOTAM and TFR checks apply.

International & Customs

Meadows Field has an on-airport US Customs and Border Protection facility, originally built to support international charter and cargo. International arrivals should arrange CBP clearance in advance through their handler, as on-field customs processing is coordinated rather than continuously staffed. The Jet Finder confirms customs availability and timing for each international itinerary.

Regional Context

Bakersfield anchors the southern San Joaquin Valley, a hub for oil and gas, agriculture, and logistics. Meadows Field is the region's primary jet airport; nearby light fields such as Shafter-Minter and Poso Kern County serve smaller aircraft. For travelers connecting to Los Angeles, Van Nuys and the LA Basin jet airports lie roughly 80 nautical miles south over the Tehachapis.

Nearby Airports

Airports within 150 nautical miles of Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport. Useful for alternate planning, repositioning, or comparing FBO options.

Bakersfield International Airport

KL45 · 3 NM from KBFL

Shafter Airport - Minter Field

KMIT · 8 NM from KBFL

Poso Kern County Airport

KL73 · 10 NM from KBFL

Paradise Lakes Airport

7CA2 · 17 NM from KBFL

Frequently Asked Questions

KBFL is both the ICAO and FAA identifier for Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport. Pilots should reference this code in all flight plan filings and ATC communications involving this facility.

Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport (KBFL) sits at 35.4339° N, 119.0568° W, near Bakersfield, CA. At 507 feet MSL, the airport provides general aviation access to the surrounding region.

Meadows Field has two runways. The primary, 12L/30R, measures 10,857 feet with a concrete surface — long enough for the full range of business jets, including ultra-long-range heavies. The secondary runway, 12R/30L, is 5,026 feet of asphalt and serves lighter aircraft and crosswind operations.

Yes. With 10,857 feet of primary runway, Meadows Field accommodates the entire spectrum of business jets — light, midsize, super-midsize, and heavy ultra-long-range types such as the Gulfstream G650 and Global 7500 — with comfortable margins for hot-day and high-gross-weight departures.

Yes. Atlantic Aviation is the principal jet FBO at Meadows Field, offering Jet-A, hangar space, ground handling, catering, and concierge services. Epic Jet Center and Bakersfield Jet Center (Loyd's Aviation) provide additional line service, fuel, and hangars.

Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport has a field elevation of 507 feet above mean sea level. This affects aircraft performance calculations, particularly during hot weather when density altitude increases.

Yes. Meadows Field is served by a full instrument approach suite, including ILS, RNAV (GPS), and VOR procedures, plus visual approaches. These support reliable IFR access during Central Valley tule fog and winter low-ceiling conditions. Always consult current FAA charts before departure.

To arrange a charter from KBFL, reach The Jet Finder at thejetfinder.com/contact.html. Share your routing, dates, and party size. We coordinate everything from aircraft selection to ground transportation.

Meadows Field's 10,857-foot primary runway handles everything from piston singles and turboprops to the largest business jets in production. Light, midsize, super-midsize, and heavy ultra-long-range jets all operate here routinely under standard conditions.

Yes. Meadows Field (KBFL) is a towered airport and has operated an air traffic control tower since 1957. It also handles scheduled commercial airline service alongside general and business aviation.

Confirm fuel availability at KBFL before arrival. Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport may offer 100LL, Jet-A, or both. Pricing is set by the FBO. AirNav provides crowd-sourced fuel price reports from visiting pilots.

Yes. Meadows Field has an on-airport US Customs and Border Protection facility supporting international charter and cargo. CBP clearance is coordinated in advance through your handler rather than continuously staffed. The Jet Finder arranges customs timing for each international itinerary.

Check aviationweather.gov for current conditions at KBFL. Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport's weather is influenced by CA's regional climate. Seasonal fog, wind, and precipitation patterns should be factored into flight planning.

Meadows Field sits about three miles northwest of downtown Bakersfield — a short drive of roughly 10 minutes. Its location keeps door-to-door times far shorter than connecting through Los Angeles-area commercial airports.

Parking options at KBFL include ramp tiedowns and potentially hangar space. Availability and pricing are set by the on-field operator at Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport. Pre-arrival coordination is recommended for overnight stays.

The Jet Finder provides personalized charter quotes from Bakersfield Meadows Field Airport. Submit your trip details at thejetfinder.com/contact.html — departure date, destination, party size. No obligation. We match KBFL's runway to the right aircraft.

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