Himsel Aaf Airport (KHBE), Indiana
Landing essentials
Whether you can land, whether you can refuel, and how customs works here.
Overview
Himsel AAF (KHBE) is a private, towered military airfield located near Nineveh, Indiana, roughly 26.55 nautical miles from the Indianapolis metro area. The field is associated with restricted airspace and range activity typical of a military installation, and traffic there is limited, with FAA TFMSC data showing only 11 annual operations in 2025. The single paved runway, 18/36, measures 4,039 feet in length and 72 feet in width. Nearby public alternatives include Columbus Municipal, Indy South Greenwood, and Shelbyville Municipal.
Runways
Himsel Aaf Airport has one paved runway, 18/36, 4,039 ft long and 72 ft wide, with an asphalt surface.
Source: FAA Form 5010.
Fuel and airfield services
Himsel Aaf Airport has A++ available on the field. The airport has an operating control tower.
Source: FAA Form 5010 / NASR.
Customs
Himsel Aaf Airport does not clear customs. The nearest port of entry is Indianapolis International (KIND), 26 NM away.
Source: CBP list of ports of entry.
Business aviation traffic
Himsel Aaf Airport recorded 0 business aviation movements in 2025. Traffic at Himsel AAF (KHBE) is concentrated in specific months rather than spread evenly across the year, based on the reported operations data.
Business jet movements, FAA TFMSC count. Peak month March, 0 movements in 2025.
Source: FAA TFMSC, business jet movements, 2025.
Climate
Himsel Aaf Airport averages 6.2 days above 90°F in July, 26.2 freeze days in January and 1.9 snow days in January. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 84.2°F, and January the coldest, at 35.4°F.
Weather station is 7.8 NM from the field. Some values are estimated by the agency. 1991–2020 climate normals.
Source: NOAA NCEI.
Operating constraints
Himsel Aaf Airport has published operating constraints in three categories: access, environmental and other notes.
Fuel is available Tuesday through Friday from 1300-0400Z with 24-hour prior notice; at other times, 72-hour prior notice is required.
Turn onto final approach within 1 nautical mile; after takeoff, turn east as soon as possible.
Restricted: prior permission required 24 hours in advance; contact Operations.
FAA-approved LED runway and taxiway edge medium-intensity lighting is in use.
Caution: heavy helicopter and unmanned aircraft traffic, parachute jump operations, and artillery activity; active firing and Air National Guard range in use. After-hours helicopter operations occur. Wildlife is present on and in the vicinity of the airport.
Maintain 1500 feet while in restricted area R3401A until established in the traffic pattern.
The aircraft turn-around area is 170 feet by 170 feet.
Miscellaneous: Bakalar Class D airspace lies 3 nautical miles southeast, effective 1130-0300Z, on frequency 118.6.
Helicopter shutdown or refueling on the hardstand is not authorized.
Avoid overflying the ammunition supply point 1 nautical mile northeast.
Restricted: contact the tower 15 minutes prior to arrival or departure to check firing range status.
The HBE AWOS-3 is associated with Himsel Army Airport (11II).
Restricted: participating aircraft only when restricted area R3401 is active.
The AWOS is out of service until further notice.
Source: FAA Chart Supplement.
Nearby airfields
Himsel Aaf Airport has five airfields within 26 NM. The closest is Columbus Municipal (KBAK), 7.75 NM southeast.
Part of the Indianapolis area.
Source: Skystar calculation from official coordinates.
Skystar at KHBE
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Frequently asked questions
What kind of airport is KHBE?
KHBE, also known as Himsel AAF, is a private-use military airfield near Nineveh, Indiana. It sits at 708 feet elevation and is served by a single paved runway. Access is restricted to participating and authorized aircraft rather than the general public. Dispatchers should confirm authorization status before planning any operation there.
Is fuel available at Himsel AAF?
Jet A-type fuel is listed at Himsel AAF (KHBE), coded A++ in the fuel data. It is available Tuesday through Friday from 1300-0400Z with 24-hour prior notice, and at other times with 72-hour prior notice. Crews should plan fuel requests well ahead given these lead-time requirements. No other fuel grades are listed for this field.
Does KHBE have onsite customs clearance?
Himsel AAF (KHBE) does not have onsite customs processing. The nearest customs facility is at Indianapolis International (KIND), about 25.8 nautical miles away. Operators needing to clear customs should route through that airport instead. This is a routine limitation for a small military-associated field of this type.
What restrictions apply to arrivals and departures at KHBE?
Arrivals and departures at Himsel AAF (KHBE) require coordination with the tower 15 minutes prior to check for active firing range activity. Access is restricted to participating aircraft when the adjacent R3401 restricted area is active, and prior permission is required 24 hours in advance. Pilots should also expect heavy helicopter and unmanned aircraft traffic, parachute jump operations, and wildlife on and near the airport.