New Bedford Regional Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 13h 14m 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 New Bedford Regional Airport
New Bedford Regional Airport is a Part 139 Commercial-Service Airport, municipally-owned and available for public use. The airport is located three nautical miles northwest of the city center belonging to the City of New Bedford, a city in Bristol County, Massachusetts, United States.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
New Bedford Regional Airport has no reporting station; showing the nearest: KFMH.
Live weather
KFMHNOTAMs
KFMHReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 5,400 ft / 1,646 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 14 / 32 | 5,002 ft / 1,525 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (6)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | PROVIDENCE APP/DEP | 128.700 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.850 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.100 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.900 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.100 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 8 of 10 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| NEW BEDFORD CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2600 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Weather by month
Share of VFR / marginal-VFR / IFR / low-IFR conditions by month over the last 8 years, with the prevailing wind and typical density altitude. Historical climatology — not a forecast.
Prevailing wind: SW (from about 225°), on 13% of observations, averaging 12 kt.
| Month | VFR / MVFR / IFR / LIFR | % VFR | Median DA |
|---|---|---|---|
| Jan | 70% | -1,820 ft | |
| Feb | 69% | -1,750 ft | |
| Mar | 73% | -1,319 ft | |
| Apr | 69% | -799 ft | |
| May | 66% | -210 ft | |
| Jun | 70% | 500 ft | |
| Jul | 68% | 933 ft | |
| Aug | 66% | 876 ft | |
| Sep | 68% | 315 ft | |
| Oct | 66% | -252 ft | |
| Nov | 77% | -995 ft | |
| Dec | 69% | -1,606 ft |
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR· density altitude ranges ~-1,820–933 ft through the year· Source: NWS/IEM ASOS archive.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WLWC-TV (New Bedford) | 666 ft | 92 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 344 ft | 82 ft | — |
| Riverview Towers | 230 ft | 98 ft | — |
| Ship's Cove | 230 ft | 75 ft | — |
| UMassD wind turbine | — | 98 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 194 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from New Bedford Regional Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for New Bedford Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for New Bedford Regional Airport is KEWB, and its IATA code is EWB.
Where is New Bedford Regional Airport located?
New Bedford Regional Airport is medium airport located in New Bedford, United States, at an elevation of 80 ft (24 m).
How many runways does New Bedford Regional Airport have?
New Bedford Regional Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,400 ft / 1,646 m.
Which airlines fly to New Bedford Regional Airport?
Airlines historically serving New Bedford Regional Airport include Cape Air (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from New Bedford Regional Airport?
Historical data lists 3 nonstop destinations from New Bedford Regional Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is New Bedford Regional Airport in?
New Bedford Regional Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at New Bedford Regional Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at New Bedford Regional Airport is approximately 13.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near New Bedford Regional Airport?
The nearest airport to New Bedford Regional Airport is Westport Airport (3MA5), about 8.7 nm to the ssw, followed by Friends Ultralightport and Wing-Over Farm Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. New Bedford Regional Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.