Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport
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About Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport
Virgil I. Grissom Municipal Airport is a public use airport located three nautical miles (6 km) southeast of the central business district of Bedford, a city in Lawrence County, Indiana, United States.
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Live weather
KBFRNOTAMs
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Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
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Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 13 / 31 | 4,501 ft / 1,372 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 06 / 24 | 3,089 ft / 942 m | 70 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 119.125 MHz |
| CNTR | INDIANAPOLIS CNTR | 124.775 MHz |
| RDO | TERRE HAUTE RDO | 110.200 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
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Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport?
The ICAO code for Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport is KBFR, and its IATA code is BFR.
Where is Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport located?
Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport is small airport located in Bedford, United States, at an elevation of 727 ft (222 m).
How many runways does Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport have?
Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 4,501 ft / 1,372 m.
What time zone is Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport in?
Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport is in the America/Indiana/Indianapolis time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport is approximately 4.7° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport?
The nearest airport to Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport is Orleans Airport (K7I4), about 10.9 nm to the s, followed by Paoli Municipal Airport and Myers Farm Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Virgil I Grissom Municipal Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.