Laurence G Hanscom Field

KBED / BED

Bedford, US

KBED (BED) Laurence G Hanscom Field — Charts, Approach Plates & Operations

16 official charts for Laurence G Hanscom Field (KBED / BED) — airport diagrams, instrument approach procedures, SIDs, STARs, and operational information for pilots.

Charts (16) Operations Frequencies Official AIP FAQ

KBED Airport Charts & Approach Plates

Official charts for Laurence G Hanscom Field published by the national aviation authority. Updated every 28 days per AIRAC cycle. All links open the official PDF source in a new tab.

Airport Diagrams 1

Instrument Approach Procedures (IAP) 5

Standard Terminal Arrivals (STAR) 3

Hot Spots & Warnings 2

Takeoff Minimums 1

Alternate Minimums 1

Additional Charts 3

All charts sourced from official AIP publication. Last updated: April 7, 2026. Always verify with the official AIP before flight.

Airport Operations

KBED operates 0700-2300 with tower control and has ILS approaches on RWY 11/29. Landing fees apply and there are surcharges for operations 2300-0700. PPR required for Part 121 operations over 60 seats.

Fuel & Services

Fuel Available
Yes
Fuel Types
AVGAS 100LL JET-A1
Operating Hours
0700-2300

Parking & Handling

Landing Fees
SURCHARGE FOR EACH LDG & DEP 2300-0700. COML & TSNT LDG FEE
PPR Required

Published Approach Procedures

ILS RWY 11 ILS RWY 29

Special Procedures

CLSD TO PART 121 ACR OPS WITH OVR 60 SEATS EXCP 24 HR PPR CALL 781-869-8000

PPL / GA Operations

Left traffic pattern for both runways. RWY 05/23 has REIL and MIRL, RWY 11/29 has MALSR and HIRL. Activate lighting on 118.5. ILS unmonitored when tower closed.

Source: AIP data extracted Apr 7, 2026. Always verify with official AIP before flight. View source

Radio Frequencies

8 frequencies
Tower
118.500
MHz
HANSCOM TWR
Ground
121.700
MHz
HANSCOM GND
ATIS
124.600
MHz
ATIS
Clearance
121.850
MHz
CLNC DEL
CTAF
118.500
MHz
CTAF
UNICOM
122.950
MHz
UNICOM
MISC
39.710
MHz
HANSCOM COMD POST
A/D
124.400
MHz
BOSTON APP/DEP
Emergency Frequency
121.500
International Emergency

Usage Instructions:

Tower: Airport traffic control
Ground: Surface movement control
Approach: Terminal area control
ATIS: Automated weather & airport info
• Click any frequency to copy to clipboard
• Always verify frequencies with current charts before flight
• Frequencies may change - check NOTAMs for updates
Data Source: Frequencies are sourced from OurAirports.com, updated daily. Always verify current frequencies using official airport charts, AIP publications, or contact the airport directly. Frequencies may change due to operational requirements or regulatory updates.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many charts are available for KBED (BED) Laurence G Hanscom Field?

We list 16 official charts for KBED, including airport diagrams, instrument approach procedures (IAP), SIDs, STARs, and visual approaches sourced directly from the official AIP.

Where can I find instrument approach plates for KBED?

All instrument approach procedures (IAP) for KBED (BED) Laurence G Hanscom Field are available on this page, linking directly to the official PDF charts published by the aviation authority. These include ILS, RNAV/GPS, VOR and LOC approaches for all runways.

Are the charts for KBED free?

Yes, all chart links on this page point to official free sources including FAA d-TPP, EUROCONTROL eAIPs, and national aviation authority publications. No subscription required.

How often are charts updated?

Official charts follow the AIRAC cycle and are updated every 28 days. The links on this page always point to the current effective cycle from the official source.