Westfield-Barnes Regional (KBAF), Massachusetts
Landing essentials
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Overview
Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport (KBAF) is a towered, Class D public-use airport in western Massachusetts, serving the Westfield / Springfield area roughly 18.72 nautical miles from the metro core. The field shares its ramp with an Air National Guard unit and reported 1,990 business aviation operations against 4,083 total annual operations in 2025 per FAA TFMSC data, placing it among Skystar's top-tier documented terrains. Its long primary runway, on-site customs and USDA compliance capability, and jet fuel availability support a mix of civil and military traffic.
Runways
Westfield-Barnes Regional has two paved runways. The longest, 02/20, is 9,000 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
Westfield-Barnes Regional has Jet A and 100LL available on the field. The airport has an operating control tower.
Source: FAA Form 5010 / NASR.
Customs
Westfield-Barnes 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
Westfield-Barnes Regional recorded 1,990 business aviation movements in 2025. Traffic peaks in September. Business aviation traffic at KBAF concentrates in the late spring through fall months, peaking in September, with the lowest activity recorded in December and February.
Business jet movements, FAA TFMSC count. Peak month September, 218 movements in 2025.
Source: FAA TFMSC, business jet movements, 2025.
Climate
Westfield-Barnes Regional averages 7.9 days above 90°F in July and 29.0 freeze days in January. July is the warmest month, with average highs of 84.9°F, and January the coldest, at 34.8°F.
Weather station is on the field. Some values are estimated by the agency. 1991–2020 climate normals.
Source: NOAA NCEI.
Operating constraints
Westfield-Barnes Regional has published operating constraints in eight categories: access, weight restrictions, runway notes, emergency arresting systems, noise procedures, environmental, pavement strength and other notes.
Severe downdrafts affect the approach end of runway 33 when winds are from the northwest in excess of 15 knots. Birds and other wildlife are present on and in the vicinity of the airport.
Taxiway G is closed to civilian operations.
Military: the Air National Guard requires all transient aircraft to obtain prior permission at least a set number of hours in advance; contact operations for arrangement details. Official business hours are 1230-2200Z, Tuesday through Friday, closed on holidays. De-icing is not available. For current bird watch conditions, contact Hawk Ops on frequency 309.0; during non-duty hours, contact Whip on the same frequency. BASH Phase II conditions apply in July, August, and September for migratory bird activity.
For clearance delivery when the airport traffic control tower is closed, contact Bradley Approach.
Miscellaneous: the first 400 feet of runway 02/20 is concrete, with the middle 8,200 feet asphalt. Runway 02/20 is grooved. Class D airspace is in effect 1200-0300Z; otherwise the airspace is Class G. A landing fee applies to commercial, corporate, and all aircraft over 5,000 pounds. Flight notification service and ADCUS are available. LAWRS is in place.
When the airport traffic control tower is closed, activate the MALSR on runway 20, REIL on runway 02, PAPI on runway 15, HIRL on runway 02/20, and MIRL on runway 15/33 via CTAF. The PAPI on runway 33 operates continuously.
Runway 15/33 is not available for Part 121 or Part 380 scheduled passenger-carrying operations with more than 9 passenger seats, or non-scheduled passenger-carrying operations with more than 30 passenger seats.
BAK-14 and BAK-12B(B) arresting barriers are located at 1,420 feet.
BAK-14 and BAK-12B(B) arresting barriers are located at 1,450 feet.
Service-A-Gear requests go through the tower during tower operating hours; when the tower is closed, requests go through the Air National Guard command post, calling Whip on UHF 309.0. On runway 02/20, military aircraft arresting barriers may fail in the up position. Verify barrier status prior to landing. Heavy aircraft should avoid landing directly on the arresting barrier. Runway grooving for surface drainage extends within 10 feet north and south of both arresting systems.
On runway 02/20, military aircraft arresting barriers may fail in the up position. Small general aviation aircraft should use caution, especially at night, and confirm the actual status of the barriers prior to landing when possible.
Aircraft and helicopter noise abatement procedures are in effect; contact the airport manager.
Military: the Air National Guard reports BASH Phase II conditions in July and August for migratory bird activity.
PCR VALUE: 460/R/C/W/T
PCR VALUE: 600/F/A/X/T
Jet aircraft starting units are available.
There is a 200-foot overrun at the northeast end and the southwest end.
The visual glide slope indicator is unusable beyond 4 nautical miles.
Military: the Air National Guard operates 1200-2200Z, Tuesday through Friday, excluding holidays. Limited helicopter maintenance, fuel, and aircraft parking are arranged on the ramp. Helicopter landing or departure from the parking ramp is not permitted. Contact operations, extension 1811, for arrangements.
Customs, agriculture, and immigration services operate 1300-2300Z, Monday through Friday. Callers must telephone prior to 2300Z on the preceding weekday to arrange service.
Be aware of wingtip clearance south of the runup/de-arm pad; taxiway centerline markings are for F-15 aircraft only.
Military: the Air National Guard does not allow aircraft with a wingspan greater than 110 feet on the Air National Guard ramp. Non-standard taxiway centerline markings lead into the Air National Guard apron.
This is a cold temperature airport. Altitude correction is required at or below -20C.
Source: FAA Chart Supplement.
Nearby airfields
Westfield-Barnes Regional has five airfields within 28 NM. The closest is Westover Arb / Metro (KCEF), 8.34 NM east.
Part of the Hartford and Springfield area.
Source: Skystar calculation from official coordinates.
Skystar at KBAF
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Frequently asked questions
Does KBAF have on-site customs clearance?
Yes, Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport has CBP inspection services available on site, and there is also a USDA compliance agreement in place. Hours of customs and agriculture inspection service run 1300-2300Z Monday through Friday, and callers must telephone prior to 2300Z on the preceding weekday to arrange coverage. KBAF also lists ADCUS as an available flight notification service. Crews should plan customs and agriculture clearance around the published weekday hours rather than assuming continuous availability.
What is the runway configuration at Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport?
Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport has two paved asphalt runways. Runway 02/20 is the primary runway at 9,000 feet long and 150 feet wide, with a 200-foot overrun at both the northeast and southwest ends. Runway 15/33 is 5,000 feet long and 75 feet wide, but it is not available for Part 121 or Part 380 scheduled passenger operations carrying more than 9 passenger seats, or non-scheduled operations carrying more than 30 passenger seats. Runway 02/20 also has grooved pavement and mixed surface composition, with the first 400 feet concrete and the middle 8,200 feet asphalt.
Are there military arresting barriers on the runway at KBAF?
Yes, runway 02/20 at KBAF is equipped with military aircraft arresting systems, specifically BAK-14 and BAK-12B(B) barriers located at 1,420 feet and 1,450 feet. These barriers may fail in the up position, so their status should be verified before landing. Heavy aircraft should avoid landing directly on the arresting barrier, and small general aviation aircraft are advised to use caution, especially at night, and confirm barrier status when possible. The runway is grooved for surface drainage within 10 feet north and south of both arresting systems.
What is the seasonal traffic pattern at Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport?
Business aviation traffic at Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport, according to FAA TFMSC data for 2025, is concentrated in the warmer months. September recorded the highest monthly count at 218 operations, followed closely by October at 206 and May and June both near 198-199. The lowest months are December at 103 and February at 121. This pattern reflects a clear seasonal shift toward late spring through fall activity compared to the winter months at KBAF.
Is there a cold temperature restriction affecting instrument approaches at KBAF?
Yes, Westfield-Barnes Regional Airport is designated a cold temperature airport, which means altitude correction is required for instrument approaches at or below -20C. Given the local climate data showing an average of 29 days below freezing in January and 26 days below freezing in both February and December, crews operating into KBAF during winter months should be prepared to apply temperature corrections when conditions reach the qualifying threshold. This designation affects published minimum altitudes on instrument procedures during cold weather periods.