Barking Sands Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 12h 34m 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 Barking Sands Airport
The Pacific Missile Range Facility, Barking Sands is a U.S. naval facility and airport located five nautical miles (9 km) northwest of the central business district of Kekaha, in Kauaʻi County, Hawaii, United States.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
PHBKNOTAMs
PHBKReference 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.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16 / 34 | 6,002 ft / 1,829 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | HONOLULU CNTR | 126.500 MHz |
| OPS | RANGE OUTRIDER | 32.285 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 126.200 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.800 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (2)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Showing 8 of 9 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BARKING SANDS CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| R3101 0600-1800 LCL MON-FRI & BY NOTAM | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Barking Sands Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Barking Sands Airport?
The ICAO code for Barking Sands Airport is PHBK, and its IATA code is BKH.
Where is Barking Sands Airport located?
Barking Sands Airport is medium airport located in Kekaha, United States, at an elevation of 23 ft (7 m).
How many runways does Barking Sands Airport have?
Barking Sands Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,002 ft / 1,829 m.
What time zone is Barking Sands Airport in?
Barking Sands Airport is in the Pacific/Honolulu time zone (UTC-10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Barking Sands Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Barking Sands Airport is approximately 9.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Barking Sands Airport?
The nearest airport to Barking Sands Airport is Port Allen Airport (PAK), about 12.6 nm to the se, followed by HI 23 (Puhi) Airstrip and Haiku Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Barking Sands Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.