What are the operating hours of KLOU?

Bowman Field operates from 11:00 to 02:00.

What is the tower frequency at KLOU?

The tower frequency at Bowman Field is 119.5, 119.5 MHz.

What fuel is available at KLOU?

Bowman Field offers 100LL, Jet A.

Does KLOU require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Bowman Field (United States).

Where is KLOU located?

Bowman Field (KLOU) is located in Louisville, United States.

What is the IATA code for KLOU?

The IATA code for Bowman Field is LOU.

How long is the runway at KLOU?

The main runway at Bowman Field (06/24) measures 1328x23m.

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Bowman Field (KLOU/LOU) — Louisville, United States

Bowman Field (KLOU/LOU) serves Louisville, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (06/24, 15/33). Field elevation is 546 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 3/10

Observed Activity · Jul 20

60 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 10 on the ground · busiest hour 10:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-20

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-03-27

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: KLOU
Name: Bowman Field
Type: medium_airport
Category: Domestic
Latitude: 38.228001
Longitude: -85.663696
Elevation: 546 ft
Country: United States
Municipality: Louisville
IATA Code: LOU
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/New_York
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 06/24

Designation: 06/24
Dimensions: 1328x23m
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Runway 15/33

Designation: 15/33
Dimensions: 1091x23m
Surface: ASPH-G
PCN: N/A
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 119.500, 119.500 MHz
Ground: 121.800 MHz
Operations: 122.200 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 112.200 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 11:00 – 02:00

Tuesday 11:00 – 02:00

Wednesday 11:00 – 02:00

Thursday 11:00 – 02:00

Friday 11:00 – 02:00

Saturday 11:00 – 02:00

Sunday 11:00 – 02:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +1 502-243-7305
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

Customs

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

Fees

Landing Fee: N/A
Parking Fee: N/A
Handling Mandatory: No
Currency: 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

Restrictions

Curfew Start: N/A
Curfew End: N/A
Noise Chapter Min: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Alternates

No data available

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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

07/359 info

!LOU 07/359 LOU OBST CRANE (ASN UNKNOWN) 381608N0853816W (2.9NM NE LOU) 730FT (150FT AGL) FLAGGED, NOT LGTD 2607211100-2607212100

2026-07-21 11:00:00 2026-07-21 21:00:00

07/307 info

RWY 33 RWY END ID LGT NOT STD

2026-07-17 10:55:00 2026-07-31 20:00:00

07/297 info

!LOU 07/297 LOU APRON TXL C SIGNS NORTHWEST SIDE MISSING 2607162248-2609302000

2026-07-16 22:48:00 2026-09-30 20:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of KLOU?: Bowman Field operates from 11:00 to 02:00.
What is the tower frequency at KLOU?: The tower frequency at Bowman Field is 119.5, 119.5 MHz.
What fuel is available at KLOU?: Bowman Field offers 100LL, Jet A.
Does KLOU require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Bowman Field (United States).
Where is KLOU located?: Bowman Field (KLOU) is located in Louisville, United States.
What is the IATA code for KLOU?: The IATA code for Bowman Field is LOU.
How long is the runway at KLOU?: The main runway at Bowman Field (06/24) measures 1328x23m.

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