What are the operating hours of KVBG?

Vandenberg Space Force Base operates from 23:00 to 08:00.

What is the tower frequency at KVBG?

The tower frequency at Vandenberg Space Force Base is 124.95, 124.95 MHz.

What fuel is available at KVBG?

Vandenberg Space Force Base offers A++.

Does KVBG require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Vandenberg Space Force Base (United States).

Where is KVBG located?

Vandenberg Space Force Base (KVBG) is located in Lompoc, United States.

What is the IATA code for KVBG?

The IATA code for Vandenberg Space Force Base is VBG.

How long is the runway at KVBG?

The main runway at Vandenberg Space Force Base (12/30) measures 4572x61m.

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Vandenberg Space Force Base (KVBG/VBG) — Lompoc, United States

Vandenberg Space Force Base (KVBG/VBG) serves Lompoc, United States. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (12/30). Field elevation is 369 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

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 3/10

Observed Activity · Jul 26

4 aircraft observed within 6 NM · busiest hour 00:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-26

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: KVBG
Name: Vandenberg Space Force Base
Type: medium_airport
Category: Military
Latitude: 34.737301
Longitude: -120.584
Elevation: 369 ft
Country: United States
Municipality: Lompoc
IATA Code: VBG
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: America/Los_Angeles
Distance from City: N/A km
VFR: Yes
IFR: No

Runways

Runway 12/30

Designation: 12/30
Dimensions: 4572x61m
Surface: CON
PCN: 53
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

Tower: 124.950, 124.950 MHz
Ground: 121.750, 275.800 MHz
Operations: 121.500, 124.950, 126.200, 243.000, 372.200 MHz
Traffic/Approach: N/A
ATIS: 133.125 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 23:00 – 08:00

Tuesday 23:00 – 08:00

Wednesday 23:00 – 08:00

Thursday 23:00 – 08:00

Friday 23:00 – 08:00

Saturday 23:00 – 08:00

Sunday 23:00 – 08:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: +1 805-606-6941
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

M0548/26 warning

Aerodrome restriction

CAUTION: 275FT CRANE LOCATED 2200FT SOUTH WEST OF RUNWAY 12/30 CENTERLINE, 5000FT SOUTH OF RWY12 APCH

2026-06-22 16:15:00 2026-08-22 00:01:00

V0031/26 caution

ILS procedure changed

[US DOD PROCEDURAL NOTAM] INSTRUMENT APPROACH PROCEDURE AMENDMENT HI ILS OR LOC/DME 12 S-ILS 12 DA 596/HAT 331, VIS 1/2, (300-1/2) ALL CATS. TEMPORARY CRANE 571 MSL 3321 FT AFTER RWY 12 THRESHOLD, 2238 FT RIGHT OF CENTERLINE (34-44-29.18N/120-35-57.44W). ASN:2026-AWP-12035-OE

2026-07-22 18:37:00 2026-11-30 23:59:00

V0028/26 caution

Obstacle erected

OBST TEMPORARY CRANE 573'MSL 1.96NM SOUTH OF RWY 30, 34-42-33.70N, 120-33-49.53W. (ASN:2026-AWP-12067-OE).

2026-07-17 08:00:00 2026-07-28 08:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of KVBG?: Vandenberg Space Force Base operates from 23:00 to 08:00.
What is the tower frequency at KVBG?: The tower frequency at Vandenberg Space Force Base is 124.95, 124.95 MHz.
What fuel is available at KVBG?: Vandenberg Space Force Base offers A++.
Does KVBG require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Vandenberg Space Force Base (United States).
Where is KVBG located?: Vandenberg Space Force Base (KVBG) is located in Lompoc, United States.
What is the IATA code for KVBG?: The IATA code for Vandenberg Space Force Base is VBG.
How long is the runway at KVBG?: The main runway at Vandenberg Space Force Base (12/30) measures 4572x61m.

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