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Hanscom

Hanscom (KBED/BED) serves Bedford, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (05/23, 11/29). Field elevation is 133 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Operations 0/2
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KBED
  • Name: Hanscom
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: 42.470001
  • Longitude: -71.289001
  • Elevation: 133 ft
  • Country: United States
  • Municipality: Bedford
  • IATA Code: BED
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/New_York
  • Distance from City: 662.7 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 05/23

  • Designation: 05/23
  • Dimensions: 5106 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 11/29

  • Designation: 11/29
  • Dimensions: 7001 X 150
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: YES
  • NAVAIDs: NDB, VOR-DME
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.500 MHz
  • Ground: 121.700 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 124.600 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: N/A
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: N/A
  • Website: http://www.massport.com/hansc/
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: $4.48 per 1,000 lbs MTOW
  • Parking Fee: $0.38 per 1,000 lbs MTOW per hour; overnight flat rate available
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: FBO services by Atlantic Aviation and Signature Flight Support. Self-service options may be available for GA aircraft.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Available from Atlantic Aviation and Signature Flight Support. Contract fuel accepted. Prices subject to market conditions.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: No
  • GENDEC Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. Not a designated port of entry; international flights require prior CBP arrangement or must clear customs at a designated POE.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Standard noise abatement procedures in effect. Check NOTAMs for current restrictions.

Alternates

KBOS

  • ICAO: KBOS
  • Name: Logan Intl
  • Distance (NM): 14.1
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required. Terminal E international arrivals with full FIS. CBP GA clearance available at Signature with advance notice.

KMHT

  • ICAO: KMHT
  • Name: Manchester
  • Distance (NM): 28.5
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KPVD

  • ICAO: KPVD
  • Name: Green State
  • Distance (NM): 45.1
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KBDL

  • ICAO: KBDL
  • Name: Bradley Intl
  • Distance (NM): 69.9
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

KPWM

  • ICAO: KPWM
  • Name: Portland Intl
  • Distance (NM): 82.7
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: eAPIS required for all international arrivals/departures. CBP user fee facility with FIS available.

Airport Services

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United States Permit Requirements

Fast Landing: 1d
  • Overflight Permit: No
  • Landing Permit: Conditional
  • Overflight Lead Time: N/A
  • Landing Lead Time: 60 minutes minimum (eAPIS manifest before departure); recommend 24-48 hours for CBP port notification
Private / GA Operations:

No permits required for private non-revenue flights. eAPIS manifest mandatory for all international arrivals/departures.

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at KBED?
The tower frequency at Hanscom is 118.5 MHz.
What fuel is available at KBED?
Hanscom offers Jet A-1.
Does KBED require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Hanscom (United States).