North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport (F45)

North Palm Beach County General Aviation at a Glance

North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport (F45/KF45) sits in Palm Beach Gardens, about 12 nautical miles northwest of downtown West Palm Beach. Owned by the Palm Beach County Department of Airports, it is a non-towered reliever for Palm Beach International (PBI). The field has two 4,300-foot asphalt runways (9R/27L and 14/32) plus a turf strip, an ILS to Runway 9R, and Signature Aviation as the sole 24-hour FBO. No on-field U.S. Customs.

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North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport, 2633 Belvedere Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33412

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport
ICAO Code	KF45
IATA Code	F45
FAA Identifier	F45
Address	2633 Belvedere Rd, West Palm Beach, FL 33412
Elevation	22 ft MSL
Coordinates	26.8435° N, 80.2211° W
Owner / Operator	Palm Beach County Department of Airports
Phone	+1-561-626-9799
FAA Data	AirNav F45

Operations & Facilities
Runways	08R/26L: 4,300 ft (Asphalt) 08L/26R: 4,000 ft (Asphalt) 14/32: 3,200 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	Signature Aviation
Customs	No
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	RNAV, Visual
Tower / Freq	126.0
Weight Limit	30,000 lb on Runway 14/32
Annual Operations	55,000+

Runways & Approaches

F45 operates two paved runways. The primary, 9R/27L, measures 4,300 by 100 feet of asphalt and is served by an ILS or LOC approach to Runway 9R plus RNAV (GPS). The crosswind 14/32 runway is 4,300 by 75 feet of asphalt with a published 30,000-pound maximum aircraft weight limit. A third runway, 9L/27R, is a 3,679-foot turf strip used by light aircraft only.

At 4,300 feet with a field elevation of just 22 feet MSL, F45 comfortably handles light jets and turboprops such as the Citation CJ series, Phenom 100/300, HondaJet, and the King Air family. Midsize jets are possible but require careful runway and weight analysis, and the 30,000-pound limit on 14/32 should be factored into any operation that may need the crosswind runway. The airport is non-towered; pilots self-announce on CTAF 123.075.

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.

Signature Aviation

The airport's sole fixed-base operator, located mid-apron and staffed 24 hours a day. Offers Jet-A and 100LL fuel, ramp and hangar parking, ground handling, and crew/passenger services. Reachable at 561-626-9799 or ARINC 131.250.

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Aircraft Registered in WEST PALM BEACH (188)

188 aircraft are registered to owners in WEST PALM BEACH, FL according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 188. Track live flights from F45 →

N102CZ

TEXTRON AVIATION INC G58

N105WG

DJI PHANTOM 2

N109PL

OERLIKON ARMNTS CO PILATUS P-2/05 · 1949

N116MW

LEONARDO SPA AW169 · 2017

N11QV

COREY DAVID K QUESTAIR VENTURE · 2002

N123RR

VANS AIRCRAFT INC RV-12IS · 2020

N124RR

CIRRUS DESIGN CORP SR20 · 2021

N12522

CESSNA T206H · 2006

N12GX

AERO VODOCHODY L-39C · 1980

N13219

CESSNA 172M · 1973

N1332S

CESSNA 182P · 1976

N138AR

SIKORSKY S-61N · 1977

N1467

CANADIAN CAR & FOUNDRY HARVARD MK IV · 1952

N147ZA

VICKERS-ARMSTRONGS (ACFT) LTD VC10 K3

N148ZA

VICKERS-ARMSTRONGS LTD VC10 K3

N14MR

CESSNA 337F · 1972

N150ZA

VICKERS-ARMSTRONGS LTD VC10 K3

N1548X

PIPER PA-32-300 · 1975

N158DB

BELL HELICOPTER TEXTRON CANADA 429 · 2015

N160EE

LEARJET INC 60 · 1996

Popular Routes from F45

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Signature Aviation	$5.40 – $6.80/gal	24-hour service

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet (up to 12,500 lbs)	$20 – $50
Midsize Jet (12,500–25,000 lbs)	$50 – $100
Super-Mid Jet (25,000–45,000 lbs)	$100 – $175
Heavy Jet (45,000+ lbs)	Not recommended

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview & Role

North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport (F45/KF45), commonly called North County, is a public-use general aviation field in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, roughly 12 nautical miles northwest of West Palm Beach. Owned and operated by the Palm Beach County Department of Airports, it is a designated reliever for Palm Beach International (PBI), absorbing light jet, turboprop, and piston traffic that would otherwise crowd the commercial airport.

Runway Capability

F45 has two 4,300-foot asphalt runways: 9R/27L (100 feet wide) and 14/32 (75 feet wide), plus a 3,679-foot turf strip (9L/27R). The 4,300-foot length supports light jets and turboprops including the Citation CJ family, Phenom, HondaJet, and King Airs. Runway 14/32 carries a 30,000-pound maximum weight limit, so operators of heavier midsize aircraft should plan around the primary 9R/27L.

Approaches & Tower

The airport is non-towered; pilots coordinate on CTAF 123.075. Instrument capability includes an ILS or LOC approach to Runway 9R and RNAV (GPS) approaches to Runways 9R, 14, and 27L, giving F45 solid all-weather access uncommon for a field this size. The 22-foot field elevation keeps density-altitude effects minimal year-round.

Charter Considerations

F45 is an efficient alternative to PBI for light and midsize private charter into the Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, and northern Palm Beach County area, avoiding airline-terminal congestion and ramp fees. Signature Aviation provides single-FBO simplicity with 24-hour service. The Jet Finder sources Part 135 aircraft positioned near F45 and can compare it against PBI and Palm Beach County Park (Lantana) for the best mission fit.

Customs & International

F45 has no on-field U.S. Customs and Border Protection facility, so international arrivals must clear at a port of entry first. Palm Beach International (PBI), about 12 nautical miles south, offers CBP clearance and is the standard first stop for inbound international flights before repositioning to F45.

Seasonal & Weather Factors

South Florida's subtropical climate brings warm temperatures year-round and an active convective season from roughly June through October, with afternoon thunderstorms that build quickly between early afternoon and early evening. Morning departures typically offer the smoothest conditions. The winter high season drives the heaviest private traffic into the Palm Beach area, so confirm ramp and hangar availability with Signature in advance.

Regional Context

F45 anchors the northern end of one of the busiest private aviation corridors in the United States. Within a short flight or drive are Palm Beach International (PBI, 12 NM), Palm Beach County Park/Lantana (LNA), and the broader South Florida network down to Fort Lauderdale and Miami, giving flight departments ample alternates for repositioning, fuel, and customs.

Nearby Airports

Airports within 150 nautical miles of North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport. Useful for alternate planning, repositioning, or comparing FBO options.

William P Gwinn Airport

06FA · 7 NM from KF45

Tailwinds Airport

FD15 · 8 NM from KF45

Palm Beach International Airport

KPBI · 12 NM from KF45

Palm Beach County Park Airport

KLNA · 17 NM from KF45

Frequently Asked Questions

KF45 is both the ICAO and FAA identifier for North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport. Pilots should reference this code in all flight plan filings and ATC communications involving this facility.

North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport (F45/KF45) is in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida, about 12 nautical miles northwest of downtown West Palm Beach, at roughly 26.846° N, 80.222° W. Field elevation is 22 feet above mean sea level.

F45 has three runways. The two paved runways, 9R/27L and 14/32, each measure 4,300 feet of asphalt; 9R/27L is 100 feet wide and 14/32 is 75 feet wide (with a 30,000-pound weight limit). A third runway, 9L/27R, is a 3,679-foot turf strip for light aircraft.

Yes. With a 4,300-foot primary runway (9R/27L) and an ILS approach, F45 routinely handles light jets and turboprops such as the Citation CJ series, Phenom, HondaJet, and King Air family. Midsize jets are possible but require performance analysis; note the 30,000-pound weight limit on Runway 14/32.

Yes. Signature Aviation is the airport's sole fixed-base operator, located mid-apron and open 24 hours. It offers Jet-A and 100LL fuel, ramp and hangar parking, ground handling, and crew/passenger services. Reach it at 561-626-9799 or ARINC 131.250.

North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport sits at 22 feet MSL. Performance-conscious pilots should compute density altitude before each operation, particularly when temperatures exceed standard.

Yes. F45 has an ILS or LOC approach to Runway 9R plus RNAV (GPS) approaches to Runways 9R, 14, and 27L, providing reliable all-weather access for a non-towered general aviation field.

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Piston singles, turboprops, and light jets routinely operate at F45 on its 4,300-foot paved runways. Light jets like the Citation CJ, Phenom, and HondaJet are well within capability; the 30,000-pound limit on Runway 14/32 is the key constraint for heavier aircraft.

No. F45 is a non-towered (uncontrolled) airport. Pilots self-announce traffic and intentions on the CTAF, 123.075 MHz. It serves as a designated reliever for Palm Beach International.

Both Jet-A and 100LL avgas are available at F45 through Signature Aviation, which fuels 24 hours a day. Confirm current pricing with the FBO before arrival.

F45 has no on-field U.S. Customs, so international arrivals must first clear at a port of entry. Palm Beach International (PBI), about 12 nautical miles south, provides CBP clearance. The Jet Finder can coordinate the routing and ground logistics.

Current conditions at KF45: check METAR/TAF on aviationweather.gov or your EFB. North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport is subject to FL's regional weather, which may include convective activity, low ceilings, or seasonal wind patterns.

The airport sits in Palm Beach Gardens, about 12 nautical miles northwest of downtown West Palm Beach, roughly a 20-to-25-minute drive depending on traffic. It is even closer to Palm Beach Gardens, Jupiter, and northern Palm Beach County.

Aircraft parking at North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport (KF45) typically includes tiedown space and may include hangar availability. Rates vary by facility. Contact the FBO or airport manager for current parking options.

To price a charter flight from North Palm Beach County General Aviation Airport (KF45), contact The Jet Finder with your route, dates, and number of passengers. We provide all-inclusive quotes with no hidden fees. Direct operator access.

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