Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
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About Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport
Western Nebraska Regional Airport is three miles east of Scottsbluff, in Scotts Bluff County, Nebraska. The airport is owned by the Airport Authority of Scotts Bluff County and is named after William B. Heilig. Known as "Scottsbluff's Mr. Aviation," he was a World War II United States Army Air Force primary flight instructor, a civil flight instructor, and manager of the city's airport.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KBFFNOTAMs
KBFFReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 8,279 ft / 2,523 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 05 / 23 | 8,002 ft / 2,439 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| ASOS | ASOS | 121.025 MHz |
| CNTR | DENVER CNTR | 127.950 MHz |
| RDO | COLUMBUS RDO | 122.600 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.000 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 7 of 11 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| SCOTTSBLUFF CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 17999 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: E (from about 90°), on 14% of observations, averaging 7 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 88% | 2,714 ft | |
| Feb | 82% | 2,600 ft | |
| Mar | 83% | 3,357 ft | |
| Apr | 87% | 3,836 ft | |
| May | 84% | 4,582 ft | |
| Jun | 93% | 5,416 ft | |
| Jul | 93% | 5,614 ft | |
| Aug | 94% | 5,457 ft | |
| Sep | 92% | 4,999 ft | |
| Oct | 89% | 3,874 ft | |
| Nov | 90% | 3,206 ft | |
| Dec | 90% | 2,954 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~2,600–5,614 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 3,999 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport?
The ICAO code for Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport is KBFF, and its IATA code is BFF.
Where is Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport located?
Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport is medium airport located in Scottsbluff, United States, at an elevation of 3,967 ft (1,209 m).
How many runways does Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport have?
Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 8,279 ft / 2,523 m.
Which airlines fly to Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport?
Airlines historically serving Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport include Great Lakes Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport in?
Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport is approximately 6.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport?
The nearest airport to Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport is Reisig Brothers Airport (12NE), about 5 nm to the wnw, followed by Corr Airport and Svitak Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Western Neb. Rgnl/William B. Heilig Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.