Bicycle Lake Army Air Field

KBYS / BYS

Fort Irwin/Barstow, US

KBYS (BYS) Bicycle Lake Army Air Field — Charts, Approach Plates & Operations

Airport charts, approach plates, and operational data for Bicycle Lake Army Air Field (KBYS) directly from the official Aeronautical Information Publication.

Operations Frequencies Official AIP FAQ

Airport Operations

Private use military airfield with gravel runways requiring 3 business days PPR and restricted area coordination. No control tower, extensive military training operations with caution for brown-out conditions and low-level jet activity.

Fuel & Services

Fuel Available
Yes
Fuel Types
A++
Fuel Hours
H24
Operating Hours
H24

A++ AVBL H24 RQRS PRIOR APPROVAL CTC DSN 470-6877, C760-380-6877

Parking & Handling

PPR Required

Special Procedures

PPR 3 BUS/WORKING DAYS EXCLDG WKENDS OR HOLS PRIOR TO ENTERING R2502, DSN 470-4320, C760-380-4320. CTC DESERT RDO (H24) 30 MIN PRIOR TO ENTERING RSTD AREA. C-17 USE RQRS COMBAT CONTROL TEAM (CCT) OR QUALIFIED TALCE INSPECTION PRIOR TO OPS

PPL / GA Operations

Private use only facility. Caution for brown-out conditions and occasional blowing sand/dust. Extensive low level jet activity and surface-to-surface/air-to-ground gunnery operations. Power poles near areas unlighted. RWY 13/31 closed. No runway lights on 04/22.

Source: AIP data extracted Apr 8, 2026. Always verify with official AIP before flight. View source

Radio Frequencies

3 frequencies
RDO
41.000
MHz
DESERT RDO SOUTH
INFO
41.500
MHz
DESERT RDO ROZ 1
A/G
41.650
MHz
DESERT RDO NORTH
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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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 KBYS (BYS) Bicycle Lake Army Air Field?

Official charts for KBYS 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 KBYS?

All instrument approach procedures (IAP) for KBYS (BYS) Bicycle Lake Army Air 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 KBYS 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.