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Keesler Air Force Base (KBIX/BIX) — Biloxi, United States

Keesler Air Force Base (KBIX/BIX) serves Biloxi, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (04/22). Field elevation is 33 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Additional Info 3/10
Observed Activity · Jul 27
2 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 13:00Z
2026-07-262026-07-27
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KBIX
  • Name: Keesler Air Force Base
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Military
  • Latitude: 30.4104
  • Longitude: -88.9244
  • Elevation: 33 ft
  • Country: United States
  • Municipality: Biloxi
  • IATA Code: BIX
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: America/Chicago
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 04/22

  • Designation: 04/22
  • Dimensions: 2326x46m
  • Surface: PEM
  • PCN: 32
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 120.750 MHz
  • Ground: 121.800 MHz
  • Operations: 372.200 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 19:00 – 10:00
Tuesday 19:00 – 10:00
Wednesday 19:00 – 10:00
Thursday 19:00 – 10:00
Friday 19:00 – 10:00
Saturday 19:00 – 10:00
Sunday 19:00 – 10:00
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: Irregular hours

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: N/A
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +1 228-377-2123
  • 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: 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

M0449/26 caution
Runway restriction
RWY 04/22 INFRARED (IR) LIGHT OTS EAST SIDE OF RWY, APPROX. 1,464 FT NORTH OF RWY 04 THRESHOLD (ABEAM CONTROL TWR, FIRST IR LGT NORTH OF TWY DELTA)
2026-07-07 03:33:00 2026-07-31 23:59:00
M0399/26 caution
Taxiway restriction
TWY C BIRD BATH OUT OF SERVICE
2026-06-24 13:44:00 2026-09-18 04:00:00
M0467/26 info
RWY 22 SEQUENCED FLASHING LGT UNSERVICEABLE
2026-07-10 20:21:00 2026-07-31 23:59:00
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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of KBIX?
Keesler Air Force Base operates from 19:00 to 10:00.
What is the tower frequency at KBIX?
The tower frequency at Keesler Air Force Base is 120.75 MHz.
What fuel is available at KBIX?
Keesler Air Force Base offers A++.
Does KBIX require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Keesler Air Force Base (United States).
Where is KBIX located?
Keesler Air Force Base (KBIX) is located in Biloxi, United States.
What is the IATA code for KBIX?
The IATA code for Keesler Air Force Base is BIX.
How long is the runway at KBIX?
The main runway at Keesler Air Force Base (04/22) measures 2326x46m.
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