Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport

KBWI / BWI

Baltimore, US

KBWI (BWI) Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport — Charts, Approach Plates & Operations

Airport charts, approach plates, and operational data for Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport (KBWI) directly from the official Aeronautical Information Publication.

Operations Frequencies Official AIP FAQ

Airport Operations

KBWI is a Class B airport with 24-hour tower operations and continuous attendance. Aircraft must operate transponders with altitude reporting and ADS-B on all surfaces due to ASDE-X surveillance system. Landing fees apply and both AVGAS 100LL and Jet A fuel are available.

Fuel & Services

Fuel Available
Yes
Fuel Types
AVGAS 100LL JET-A1
Operating Hours
H24

Parking & Handling

Landing Fees
Yes

Published Approach Procedures

ILS RWY 10 ILS RWY 15L ILS RWY 15R ILS RWY 28 ILS RWY 33L ILS RWY 33R

Special Procedures

ASDE-X IN USE. OPERATE TRANSPONDERS WITH ALTITUDE REPORTING MODE AND ADS-B (IF EQUIPPED) ENABLED ON ALL AIRPORT SURFACES.

PPL / GA Operations

Class B airspace requires ATC clearance. Multiple approach/departure frequencies based on heading sectors. ASDE-X surveillance requires transponder and ADS-B operation on ground. This is a landing rights airport but not an airport of entry.

Source: AIP data extracted Apr 4, 2026. Always verify with official AIP before flight. View source

Radio Frequencies

8 frequencies
Tower
119.400
MHz
TWR
Ground
121.900
MHz
GND
Approach
119.000
MHz
POTOMAC APP
ATIS
115.100
MHz
ATIS
Clearance
118.050
MHz
CLNC DEL
Departure
126.750
MHz
POTOMAC DEP
UNICOM
122.950
MHz
UNICOM
RDO
122.200
MHz
LEESBURG RDO
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
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• 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 KBWI (BWI) Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport?

Official charts for KBWI are published in the national Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP). Chart data for this airport is being added to our database.

Where can I find instrument approach plates for KBWI?

All instrument approach procedures (IAP) for KBWI (BWI) Baltimore/Washington International Thurgood Marshall Airport 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 KBWI 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.