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Buckley Space Force Base

Buckley Space Force Base (KBKF/BFK) serves Aurora, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (14/32). Field elevation is 5662 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Frequencies 3/4
Operations 0/2
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: KBKF
  • Name: Buckley Space Force Base
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Uncategorized
  • Latitude: 39.701698
  • Longitude: -104.751999
  • Elevation: 5662 ft
  • Country: United States
  • Municipality: Aurora
  • IATA Code: BFK
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: N/A
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 14/32

  • Designation: 14/32
  • Dimensions: 3355x46m
  • Surface: PEM
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 121.000 MHz
  • Ground: 121.600 MHz
  • Operations: N/A
  • Traffic/Approach: N/A
  • ATIS: 119.675 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: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: Base Ops: +1 720-847-9000
  • Remarks: N/A

Fees

  • Landing Fee: USD 4/1000lbs MTOW
  • Parking Fee: USD 10/night
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: USD
  • Remarks: Buckley SFB/Aurora CO. Joint use military/civil. Denver metro.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: Jet A
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-02-18
  • Remarks: Military base - limited civil access. Coordinate with base ops.

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: No
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Domestic only. Military facility.

Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: N/A
  • Curfew End: N/A
  • Noise Chapter Min: Chapter 3
  • Remarks: Military priority. PPR for civil ops. Elevation 5662 ft. ANG F-16 operations.

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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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at KBKF?
The tower frequency at Buckley Space Force Base is 121 MHz.
What fuel is available at KBKF?
Buckley Space Force Base offers Jet A.
Does KBKF require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Buckley Space Force Base (United States).
Does KBKF require slots or PPR?
PPR is required at Buckley Space Force Base.