Raleigh County Memorial Airport
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 31m 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 Raleigh County Memorial Airport
Raleigh County Memorial Airport is approximately three miles (5 km) east of the city of Beckley, in Raleigh County, West Virginia, United States. It is both owned and operated by the Raleigh County Airport Authority. The airport is used for general aviation and sees one scheduled passenger airline, subsidized by the Essential Air Service program.
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Live weather
KBKWLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 6,750 ft / 2,057 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 5,001 ft / 1,524 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | CHARLESTON APP/DEP | 118.950 MHz |
| ASOS | ASOS | 121.550 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 124.650 MHz |
| RDO | ELKINS RDO | 117.700 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 123.000 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (5)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BECKLEY 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.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Raleigh County Memorial Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Raleigh County Memorial Airport?
The ICAO code for Raleigh County Memorial Airport is KBKW, and its IATA code is BKW.
Where is Raleigh County Memorial Airport located?
Raleigh County Memorial Airport is medium airport located in Beaver, United States, at an elevation of 2,504 ft (763 m).
How many runways does Raleigh County Memorial Airport have?
Raleigh County Memorial Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 6,750 ft / 2,057 m.
Which airlines fly to Raleigh County Memorial Airport?
Airlines historically serving Raleigh County Memorial Airport include United Airlines (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Raleigh County Memorial Airport?
Historical data lists 2 nonstop destinations from Raleigh County Memorial Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Raleigh County Memorial Airport in?
Raleigh County Memorial Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Raleigh County Memorial Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Raleigh County Memorial Airport is approximately 8.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Raleigh County Memorial Airport?
The nearest airport to Raleigh County Memorial Airport is Fayette Airport (WV59), about 14.4 nm to the n, followed by Bocamanu Airport and Mike Ferrell Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Raleigh County Memorial Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.