Buckley Space Force Base
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 4m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Buckley Space Force Base
Buckley Space Force Base is a United States Space Force base in Aurora, Colorado named after United States Army Air Service First Lieutenant John Harold Buckley. The base is run by Space Base Delta 2, with major units including the U.S. Space Force's Space Delta 4, the Colorado Air National Guard's 140th Wing, the Denver Naval Operations Support Center, and the National Reconnaissance Office's Aerospace Data Facility-Colorado.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KBKFNOTAMs
KBKFReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 11,006 ft / 3,355 m | 150 ft | Pem | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | DENVER APP/DEP | 128.450 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 119.675 MHz |
| GND | GND/CLNC DEL | 121.600 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 22.845 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 37.220 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 121.000 MHz |
Services & operations
From the airport’s official website — details may change, so confirm with the airport. Official site
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (3)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 13 of 28 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DENVER CLASS B AREA B | Class B | Controlled | 7500 ft MSL | 12000 ft MSL |
| DENVER CLASS B AREA E | Class B | Controlled | 8000 ft MSL | 12000 ft MSL |
| AURORA CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 7500 ft MSL |
| AURORA CLASS E2 | Class E | Controlled | GND | 7500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 492 ft | 5,896 ft | — |
| Two Thousand Cheesman East | 253 ft | 5,367 ft | — |
| Colorado Center III | 230 ft | 5,420 ft | — |
| Colorado Center I | 230 ft | 5,456 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 5,896 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 5,587 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 5,922 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 5,407 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Buckley Space Force Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Buckley Space Force Base?
The ICAO code for Buckley Space Force Base is KBKF, and its IATA code is BFK.
Where is Buckley Space Force Base located?
Buckley Space Force Base is medium airport located in Aurora, United States, at an elevation of 5,662 ft (1,726 m).
How many runways does Buckley Space Force Base have?
Buckley Space Force Base has 1 runway, the longest being 11,006 ft / 3,355 m.
What time zone is Buckley Space Force Base in?
Buckley Space Force Base is in the America/Denver time zone (UTC-06:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Buckley Space Force Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Buckley Space Force Base is approximately 7.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Buckley Space Force Base?
The nearest airport to Buckley Space Force Base is Simons Airport (34CO), about 1.3 nm to the ne, followed by Centennial Airport and Denver International Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Buckley Space Force Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.