What are the operating hours of KBFM?

Mobile Downtown Airport operates from 12:00 to 04:00.

What is the tower frequency at KBFM?

The tower frequency at Mobile Downtown Airport is 118.8, 118.8 MHz.

What fuel is available at KBFM?

Mobile Downtown Airport offers 100LL, Jet A.

Does KBFM require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Mobile Downtown Airport (United States).

Where is KBFM located?

Mobile Downtown Airport (KBFM) is located in Mobile, United States.

What is the IATA code for KBFM?

The IATA code for Mobile Downtown Airport is BFM.

How long is the runway at KBFM?

The main runway at Mobile Downtown Airport (14/32) measures 2932x46m.

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Mobile Downtown Airport (KBFM/BFM) — Mobile, United States

Mobile Downtown Airport (KBFM/BFM) serves Mobile, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (14/32, 18/36). Field elevation is 26 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

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Additional Info 3/10

Data last updated: 2026-03-27

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: KBFM
Name: Mobile Downtown Airport
Type: medium_airport
Category: Domestic
Latitude: 30.626801
Longitude: -88.0681
Elevation: 26 ft
Country: United States
Municipality: Mobile
IATA Code: BFM
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Chicago
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 14/32

Designation: 14/32
Dimensions: 2932x46m
Surface: PEM
PCN: 72
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 18/36

Designation: 18/36
Dimensions: 2377x46m
Surface: PEM
PCN: 34
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 118.800, 118.800 MHz
Ground: 121.700 MHz
Operations: 112.800 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 135.575 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 12:00 – 04:00

Tuesday 12:00 – 04:00

Wednesday 12:00 – 04:00

Thursday 12:00 – 04:00

Friday 12:00 – 04:00

Saturday 12:00 – 04:00

Sunday 12:00 – 04:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +1 251-639-4680
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

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

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Type: Jet A
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: No
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: N/A

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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Active NOTAMs

1/8 caution

Instrument procedure change

BFM MOBILE INTL, MOBILE, AL. RNAV (GPS) RWY 18, AMDT 3A... LPV DA 427/HAT 401 ALL CATS, VIS 1 1/8 ALL CATS. LNAV/VNAV DA 565/HAT 539 ALL CATS, VIS ALL CATS 1 1/2. LNAV MDA 620/HAT 594 ALL CATS, VIS CATS C/D 1 3/4. VDP: 1.65 NM TO RW18. TEMPORARY CRANE 316 MSL BEGINNING 932FT SW OF RWY 18 (2023-ASO-…

2026-06-30 21:55:00 2027-02-09 21:54:00

11/019 caution

Obstacle

CRANE (ASN 2023-ASO-11889-NRA) 303818N0880447W (0.9NM NW BFM) 227FT (201FT AGL) FLAGGED AND LGTD

2025-11-19 21:46:00 2026-07-31 23:00:00

07/010 info

TOWER LGT (ASR 1215015) 304205.60N0880443.60W (4.5NM N BFM) 220.8FT (198.8FT AGL) U/S

2026-07-08 05:52:00 2026-07-23 04:52:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of KBFM?: Mobile Downtown Airport operates from 12:00 to 04:00.
What is the tower frequency at KBFM?: The tower frequency at Mobile Downtown Airport is 118.8, 118.8 MHz.
What fuel is available at KBFM?: Mobile Downtown Airport offers 100LL, Jet A.
Does KBFM require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Mobile Downtown Airport (United States).
Where is KBFM located?: Mobile Downtown Airport (KBFM) is located in Mobile, United States.
What is the IATA code for KBFM?: The IATA code for Mobile Downtown Airport is BFM.
How long is the runway at KBFM?: The main runway at Mobile Downtown Airport (14/32) measures 2932x46m.

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