Big Bear City Airport
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About Big Bear City Airport
Big Bear City Airport is a high-elevation public airport, operated by the Big Bear Airport District, located in the San Bernardino Mountains in Big Bear City, California, United States.
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Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 8 / 26▸ displaced | 5,850 ft / 1,783 m | 75 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWOS | AWOS 3 | 135.925 MHz |
| CNTR | LOS ANGELES CNTR | 126.350 MHz |
| UNIC | CTAF/UNICOM | 122.725 MHz |
Instrument procedures & charts
Instrument approaches (1)
Obstacle departure procedures (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (2)
Showing 4 of 4 FAA procedures on this overview. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Big Bear City Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the airport code for Big Bear City Airport?
Big Bear City Airport uses the IATA code RBF.
Where is Big Bear City Airport located?
Big Bear City Airport is small airport located in Big Bear, United States, at an elevation of 6,752 ft (2,058 m).
How many runways does Big Bear City Airport have?
Big Bear City Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,850 ft / 1,783 m.
What time zone is Big Bear City Airport in?
Big Bear City Airport is in the America/Los Angeles time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Big Bear City Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Big Bear City Airport is approximately 11.1° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Big Bear City Airport?
The nearest airport to Big Bear City Airport is Rabbit Lake South Airport (US-4704), about 13.3 nm to the nw, followed by Rabbit Lake Auxiliary Landing Field and Soggy Lake Gliderport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Big Bear City Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.