New Bedford Regional (KEWB), Massachusetts
Landing essentials
Whether you can land, whether you can refuel, and how customs works here.
Overview
New Bedford Regional (KEWB) is a towered, public-use airport in southeastern Massachusetts, roughly 34 nautical miles from the nearest metro center, serving primarily business aviation traffic with 3,704 bizav operations recorded in 2025 according to FAA TFMSC data. The field offers two paved runways, onsite CBP inspection services with a USDA compliance agreement, and both 100LL and Jet A fuel, making it a practical option for a range of general and business aviation missions in the region.
Runways
New Bedford Regional has two paved runways. The longest, 05/23, is 5,400 ft long and 150 ft wide, with an asphalt surface.
Runway geometry from published threshold coordinates. Not for navigation.
Runways are listed longest first.
Source: FAA Form 5010.
Fuel and airfield services
New Bedford Regional has Jet A and 100LL available on the field. Fueling is available from 6am to 11pm, daily, and the airport has an operating control tower.
Source: FAA Form 5010 / NASR.
Customs
New Bedford Regional has US Customs and Border Protection clearance available onsite, with general clearance for international arrivals. A USDA compliance agreement is in place.
Source: CBP list of ports of entry.
Business aviation traffic
New Bedford Regional recorded 3,704 business aviation movements in 2025. Traffic peaks in July. Business aviation traffic at KEWB is concentrated in the summer months, peaking in July at 576 operations against a low near 135 in February, according to FAA TFMSC data.
Business jet movements, FAA TFMSC count. Peak month July, 576 movements in 2025.
Source: FAA TFMSC, business jet movements, 2025.
Climate
New Bedford Regional averages 3.8 days above 90°F in July and 26.4 freeze days in January. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 82.5°F, and January the coldest, at 39.1°F.
Weather station is on the field. Some values are estimated by the agency. 1991–2020 climate normals.
Source: NOAA NCEI.
Operating constraints
New Bedford Regional has published operating constraints in six categories: access, weight restrictions, runway notes, environmental, pavement strength and other notes.
Runway 05/23 is not available for Part 121 or Part 380 scheduled passenger operations with more than 9 passenger seats, or non-scheduled passenger operations with more than 30 passenger seats. Unscheduled air carrier operations exceeding 30 passenger seats require prior permission, requested 90 days in advance by contacting the airport manager.
Runway 14/32 is not available for Part 121 or Part 380 scheduled passenger operations with more than 9 passenger seats, or non-scheduled passenger operations with more than 30 passenger seats. Unscheduled air carrier operations exceeding 30 passenger seats require prior permission, requested 90 days in advance by contacting the airport manager.
For clearance delivery when the approach facility is closed, contact Boston Air Route Traffic Control Center.
Landing fees apply to aircraft over 3,000 pounds.
When the control tower is closed, MALSR lighting for runways 05 and 23, REIL for runway 32, HIRL for runway 05/23, and MIRL for runway 14/32 can be activated via CTAF. PAPI systems on runways 14, 23, and 32 operate 24 hours a day.
The approach slope is 50:1 at the displaced threshold.
Birds and wildlife are present on and in the vicinity of the airport.
PCR VALUE: 810/F/A/X/T
PCR VALUE: 930/F/A/X/T
Taxiways A1 and A2 are for air carrier aircraft only.
Source: FAA Chart Supplement.
Nearby airfields
New Bedford Regional has five airfields within 22 NM. The closest is Newport State (KUUU), 16.91 NM southwest.
Part of the Nantucket and Cape Cod area.
Source: Skystar calculation from official coordinates.
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Frequently asked questions
What is the runway configuration at KEWB?
New Bedford Regional (KEWB) operates two paved asphalt runways. Runway 05/23 is the longer of the two at 5,400 feet by 150 feet, and it also carries the highest published PCR value of 930/F / A/X / T. Runway 14/32 measures 5,002 feet by 75 feet, narrower but still suitable for a wide range of business aircraft. Both runways are asphalt surfaces, and neither is available for scheduled Part 121 or Part 380 passenger operations above the seat limits specified in airport remarks.
Are there passenger-carrying restrictions at KEWB?
Yes, both runways at New Bedford Regional carry the same restriction. Runway 05/23 and runway 14/32 are not available for scheduled Part 121 or Part 380 operations carrying more than 9 passenger seats, nor for non-scheduled operations carrying more than 30 passenger seats. Unscheduled air carrier operations exceeding 30 passenger seats require prior permission from the airport manager, requested 90 days in advance. Dispatchers planning larger charter or scheduled equipment into KEWB should account for this limit before filing.
Is customs available at KEWB for international arrivals?
New Bedford Regional has CBP inspection services available onsite, along with a USDA compliance agreement covering agricultural inspection needs. This combination allows international arrivals to clear both customs and agriculture requirements directly at the field rather than diverting to another airport. The airport is towered and staffed daily from 0600 to 2300 local time, which aligns with the window during which inspection services are typically supported. Crews should still coordinate arrival details in advance given the specific service arrangement in place at KEWB.
What lighting is available at KEWB when the tower is closed?
When the control tower at New Bedford Regional (KEWB) is closed, pilots can activate MALSR lighting on runways 05 and 23, REIL on runway 32, HIRL on runway 05/23, and MIRL on runway 14/32 via CTAF. PAPI systems on runways 14, 23, and 32 operate continuously, on a 24-hour basis, independent of tower status or pilot activation. This setup gives arriving traffic visual glideslope guidance around the clock even outside towered hours. Pilots should still confirm current NOTAMs before relying on pilot-controlled lighting.
Does KEWB see seasonal traffic swings in business aviation?
Yes, New Bedford Regional (KEWB) shows a clear seasonal pattern in business aviation traffic. Monthly operations climb from around 135 to 199 flights in the winter and spring months up to a peak of 576 operations in July, based on FAA TFMSC data for 2025. August and September remain elevated at 526 and 461 operations respectively before traffic tapers back toward winter levels by December. Dispatchers planning summer trips into KEWB should anticipate higher traffic volumes during the July through September window.