Belen Regional (KBRG), New Mexico
Landing essentials
Whether you can land, whether you can refuel, and how customs works here.
Overview
Belen Regional (KBRG) is a public-use, non-towered airport in Belen, New Mexico, sitting at 5,200 feet elevation about 43 nautical miles from the Albuquerque metro area. The field pairs a 6,601-foot primary runway with a shorter crosswind strip, and business aviation traffic recorded by FAA TFMSC in 2025 totaled 260 operations against 411 annual operations overall. Customs is not available on site; the nearest clearance point is Albuquerque International Sunport, about 26 nautical miles away.
Runways
Belen Regional has two paved runways. The longest, 03/21, is 6,601 ft long and 60 ft wide, with an asphalt surface.
Runways are listed longest first.
Source: FAA Form 5010.
Fuel and airfield services
Belen Regional has Jet A1+ and 100LL available on the field. Fueling is available from 8am to 5pm, daily, and the airport has no control tower.
Source: FAA Form 5010 / NASR.
Customs
Belen Regional does not clear customs. The nearest port of entry is Albuquerque International Sunport (KABQ), 26 NM away.
Source: CBP list of ports of entry.
Business aviation traffic
Belen Regional recorded 260 business aviation movements in 2025. Traffic peaks in September and December. Business aviation traffic at KBRG concentrates in the fall and winter months, with September, October, and December each recording over 30 operations compared to single-digit counts in April.
Business jet movements, FAA TFMSC count. Peak month September, 35 movements in 2025.
Source: FAA TFMSC, business jet movements, 2025.
Climate
Weather station is 3.6 NM from the field. Some values are estimated by the agency. 1991–2020 climate normals.
Source: NOAA NCEI.
Operating constraints
Belen Regional has published operating constraints in three categories: weight restrictions, runway notes and other notes.
Aircraft over 160,000 pounds are not authorized. There is a 4 to 8 inch drop along the north edge.
The PVASI on runway 21 is pilot-activated. MIRL lighting on runway 03/21 is controlled via CTAF.
A dirt berm rising 2 feet is located 90 feet left and right of centerline, between 60 and 200 feet from the threshold.
Military training operations occur continuously, 24 hours a day. Radio contact is required.
After-hours full-service Jet A is available by contacting the airport manager. 100LL and Jet A self-service are available 24 hours a day using a credit card.
For clearance delivery, contact Albuquerque ARTCC.
Source: FAA Chart Supplement.
Nearby airfields
Belen Regional has five airfields within 43 NM. The closest is Mid Valley Airpark, 8.26 NM northeast.
Part of the Albuquerque and Santa Fe area.
Source: Skystar calculation from official coordinates.
Skystar at KBRG
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Frequently asked questions
What fuel is available at KBRG?
Belen Regional (KBRG) offers both 100LL and Jet A. Self-service fuel for both grades is available around the clock using a credit card. After-hours full-service Jet A can be arranged by contacting the airport manager. No fixed attendant hours apply to self-service fueling.
Is there a weight limit on the runway at KBRG?
Yes, Belen Regional (KBRG) restricts runway use to aircraft under 160,000 pounds. Operators above that weight are not authorized to use the field. Dispatchers planning heavier aircraft into KBRG should route to an alternate airport instead.
Does KBRG have on-site customs clearance?
Belen Regional (KBRG) does not have customs service on site. The nearest customs facility is at Albuquerque International Sunport (KABQ), roughly 26 nautical miles away. Flights requiring customs clearance near KBRG should plan to route through KABQ instead.
What are the runways at Belen Regional (KBRG)?
Belen Regional (KBRG) has two paved asphalt runways. Runway 03/21 is 6,601 feet long and 60 feet wide, while runway 13/31 is 5,280 feet long and 75 feet wide. Both surfaces support the field's business aviation traffic, which FAA TFMSC data lists at 260 operations in 2025.