Bartow Executive Airport
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About Bartow Executive Airport
Bartow Executive Airport is a public airport four miles (6 km) northeast of Bartow, in Polk County, Florida. It is owned by the Bartow Airport Authority.
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Live weather
KBOWNOTAMs
KBOWReference 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 (4)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 5,001 ft / 1,524 m | 100 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 09L / 27R | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 5,000 ft / 1,524 m | 150 ft | Asp | Unlit | Closed |
| 09R / 27L | 4,416 ft / 1,346 m | 150 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | TAMPA APP/DEP | 120.650 MHz |
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 123.775 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 121.200 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 121.200 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 7 of 8 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(2)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BARTOW CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 1600 ft MSL |
| LAKE PLACID N INT NORM DAY HRS M-F; OCC ON SA & SU & BY NTM | Special use | Danger | 7000 ft MSL | FL180 |
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 Bartow Executive Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Bartow Executive Airport?
The ICAO code for Bartow Executive Airport is KBOW, and its IATA code is BOW.
Where is Bartow Executive Airport located?
Bartow Executive Airport is small airport located in Bartow, United States, at an elevation of 125 ft (38 m).
How many runways does Bartow Executive Airport have?
Bartow Executive Airport has 4 runways, the longest being 5,001 ft / 1,524 m.
What time zone is Bartow Executive Airport in?
Bartow Executive Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bartow Executive Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bartow Executive Airport is approximately 6.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bartow Executive Airport?
The nearest airport to Bartow Executive Airport is Market World Airport (FL16), about 7.1 nm to the nnw, followed by Winter Haven Regional Airport - Gilbert Field and Lake Wales Municipal Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bartow Executive Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.