Hartford Brainard Airport
Daylight today(Sep 1, 2026, local time)
About 13h 9m 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 Hartford Brainard Airport
Hartford–Brainard Airport is a towered public airport three miles (5 km) southeast of downtown Hartford, in Hartford County, Connecticut, United States. It is owned by the Connecticut Airport Authority. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Plan of Integrated Airport Systems for 2017–2021 categorized it as a regional reliever airport facility.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KHFDNOTAMs
KHFDReference 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 (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 02 / 20▸ displaced | 4,417 ft / 1,346 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| NE / SW | 2,323 ft / 708 m | 150 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
| 11 / 29▸ displaced | 2,314 ft / 705 m | 71 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | BRADLEY APP/DEP | 127.800 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.450 MHz |
| CLD | BRADLEY CLNC DEL | 121.600 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.600 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.600 MHz |
| TWR | BRAINARD TWR | 119.600 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.950 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (4)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (1)
Arrivals (STARs) (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Runway hot spots (1)
Showing 10 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| HARTFORD CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| City Place 1 | 587 ft | 125 ft | — |
| Goodwin Square | 512 ft | 184 ft | — |
| Parking Garage | 328 ft | 95 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Hartford Brainard Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Hartford Brainard Airport?
The ICAO code for Hartford Brainard Airport is KHFD, and its IATA code is HFD.
Where is Hartford Brainard Airport located?
Hartford Brainard Airport is medium airport located in Hartford, United States, at an elevation of 18 ft (5 m).
How many runways does Hartford Brainard Airport have?
Hartford Brainard Airport has 3 runways, the longest being 4,417 ft / 1,346 m.
What time zone is Hartford Brainard Airport in?
Hartford Brainard Airport is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Hartford Brainard Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hartford Brainard Airport is approximately 13.2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hartford Brainard Airport?
The nearest airport to Hartford Brainard Airport is Bancroft Airport (CT14), about 8 nm to the n, followed by Roberts Farm Airport and Robertson Field.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hartford Brainard Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.