Mobile International (KBFM), Alabama
Landing essentials
Whether you can land, whether you can refuel, and how customs works here.
Overview
Mobile International (KBFM) sits on the Alabama Gulf Coast, roughly 107 nautical miles from Mobile's metro core, and handles business aviation traffic alongside cargo operations. The field is towered and equipped with two long paved runways, making it a viable option for larger business jets and cargo aircraft operating in the region. On-site CBP inspection services support international arrivals without requiring a diversion to a nearby customs airport.
Runways
Mobile International has two paved runways. The longest, 14/32, is 9,618 ft long and 150 ft wide, with an asphalt and concrete surface.
Runway geometry from published threshold coordinates. Not for navigation.
Runways are listed longest first.
Source: FAA Form 5010.
Fuel and airfield services
Mobile International has Jet A and 100LL available on the field. Fueling is available from 7am to 11pm, daily, and the airport has an operating control tower.
Source: FAA Form 5010 / NASR.
Customs
Mobile International has US Customs and Border Protection clearance available onsite, with general clearance for international arrivals.
Source: CBP list of ports of entry.
Business aviation traffic
Mobile International recorded 5,296 business aviation movements in 2025. Traffic peaks in April, October and November. Business aviation traffic at KBFM peaks in the fall months, with November showing the highest monthly count in the 2025 FAA TFMSC data.
Business jet movements, FAA TFMSC count. Peak month November, 518 movements in 2025.
Source: FAA TFMSC, business jet movements, 2025.
Climate
Mobile International averages 22.2 days above 90°F in August and 6.8 freeze days in January. August is the warmest month, with average highs of 91.9°F, and January the coldest, at 62.1°F.
Weather station is on the field. Some values are estimated by the agency. 1991–2020 climate normals.
Source: NOAA NCEI.
Operating constraints
Mobile International has published operating constraints in three categories: access, runway notes and other notes.
For clearance delivery when the tower is closed, contact Mobile Approach. When approach is closed, contact Houston ARTCC.
Runway lights operate from dusk to dawn. When the tower is closed, activate the MALSR on runway 32 via CTAF. The high-intensity runway lights on runway 14/32 are preset on step 3 or higher, depending on weather.
A hot cargo space is assigned to taxiway A, between runway 18/36 and taxiway A6.
Field conditions are not monitored when the airport traffic control tower is closed.
The airport maintains Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting Index B. Index C is available upon request.
Source: FAA Chart Supplement.
Nearby airfields
Mobile International has five airfields within 23 NM. The closest is Mobile Regional (KMOB), 9.82 NM northwest.
Source: Skystar calculation from official coordinates.
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Frequently asked questions
What runways are available at KBFM?
Mobile International (KBFM) has two paved runways. Runway 14/32 is the longer of the two at 9,618 feet, with a width of 150 feet and an asphalt-concrete surface. Runway 18/36 measures 7,800 feet long and is also 150 feet wide with the same asphalt-concrete construction. Both runways support large business jets and cargo aircraft, and the 9,618-foot length on 14/32 matches the airport's published max paved runway figure.
Does Mobile International Airport have customs available on site?
Yes, Mobile International Airport (KBFM) offers CBP inspection services on site, according to the airport data. This means international arrivals can clear customs directly at the field rather than being routed to a nearby customs airport. The airport does not list a nearest alternate customs facility because on-site service is available. Dispatchers planning international legs into KBFM should still coordinate with CBP directly regarding specific inspection requirements for their arrival.
What is the attendance schedule and tower status at KBFM?
KBFM is a towered airport with an attendance schedule of 0700 to 2300 local time, every day of the week. Outside of these hours, airport conditions are not actively monitored, per the field's general remarks. When the airport traffic control tower is closed, clearance delivery functions shift to Mobile Approach, and if approach is also closed, Houston ARTCC handles that function. Pilots operating outside tower hours at Mobile International should plan accordingly for these alternate points of contact.
What fuel is available at KBFM?
Mobile International (KBFM) offers both 100LL and Jet A fuel on the field. This dual availability supports a mix of piston general aviation traffic and business jet or cargo turbine operations. The airport's business aviation traffic, which made up the majority of its 2025 annual operations per FAA TFMSC data, aligns with the Jet A availability at the field. No fuel supplier or vendor detail is specified in the airport data.
What is the ARFF capability at Mobile International Airport?
Mobile International Airport (KBFM) maintains Aircraft Rescue and Firefighting at Index B, according to the airport's general remarks. Index C capability is available upon request, giving the airport flexibility to scale up firefighting response for larger aircraft operations when notified in advance. Dispatchers or operators planning flights that require a higher ARFF index than the airport's standard posture should request Index C ahead of the operation. This upgrade path is noted directly in the field's operational remarks.