Bicycle Lake Army Air Field
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 17m 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 Bicycle Lake Army Air Field
Bicycle Lake Army Airfield is a military airport located on the Bicycle dry lake bed, three miles (5 km) northeast of the Fort Irwin cantonment area, in the Mojave Desert of San Bernardino County, California, United States. It is owned and operated by the United States Army.
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Live weather
KBYSLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 9,631 ft / 2,936 m | 175 ft | Gre | Lighted | Open |
| 13 / 31 | 6,124 ft / 1,867 m | 175 ft | Gre | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/G | DESERT RDO NORTH | 41.650 MHz |
| INFO | DESERT RDO ROZ 1 | 41.500 MHz |
| RDO | DESERT RDO SOUTH | 41.000 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(4)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| R2502E CONT | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
| R2502N CONT | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL999 |
| R2508 CONT | Special use | Restricted | 20000 ft MSL | FL999 |
| DZ PCA025 WKNDS HOLS & OCNL WKDYS | Special use | Danger | GND | 10000 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 Bicycle Lake Army Air Field.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Bicycle Lake Army Air Field?
The ICAO code for Bicycle Lake Army Air Field is KBYS, and its IATA code is BYS.
Where is Bicycle Lake Army Air Field located?
Bicycle Lake Army Air Field is medium airport located in Fort Irwin/Barstow, United States, at an elevation of 2,350 ft (716 m).
How many runways does Bicycle Lake Army Air Field have?
Bicycle Lake Army Air Field has 2 runways, the longest being 9,631 ft / 2,936 m.
What time zone is Bicycle Lake Army Air Field in?
Bicycle Lake Army Air Field is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bicycle Lake Army Air Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bicycle Lake Army Air Field is approximately 11.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bicycle Lake Army Air Field?
The nearest airport to Bicycle Lake Army Air Field is Nelson Lake Airport (US-4319), about 10.9 nm to the nw, followed by Goldstone (GTS) Airport and Red Pass Ranch Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bicycle Lake Army Air Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.