Bakersfield International Airport

KL45

Bakersfield, US

Last Updated
Mar 4, 17:54Z

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Currently using: KBFL
Weather Source: Meadows Field (KBFL)
Distance: 7nm / 13km from KL45

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 12 min ago
17:54Z
🌇 Dusk
VFR
Flight Rules
17°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 11°C
11 kt
300°
10 SM
Visibility
4,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
1020 hPa
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR KBFL 041754Z 30011KT 10SM BKN046 17/11 A3012 RMK AO2 SLP195 T01720106 10178 20117 53010

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 378 ft
BKN 4,600 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,978 ft AMSL
QNH
1020 hPa
Sea Level Pressure
For altitude above MSL
QFE
1007 hPa
Field Pressure
Height above aerodrome (378 ft)
Pressure Alt
176 ft
QNE Reference
Standard: 1013 hPa
Density Altitude: 507 ft
ISA Deviation: +2.8°C

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF KBFL 041728Z 0418/0518 VRB03KT P6SM SKC FM042100 33009G16KT P6SM BKN250 FM050400 33006KT P6SM BKN250
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
18:05Z BASE
+0h
VFR VRB 3 kt
Visibility: >6SM
21:00Z FM042100
+3h
VFR 330° 9 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft
04:00Z FM050400
+10h
VFR 330° 6 kt
Visibility: >6SM
Ceiling: 25,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
L45
16
34 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 16/34
Active: 34
 4,000 ft 75 ft ASP 174°
↑ 8.4 kt • ↔ 7.1 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bakersfield International Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: KL45
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 378 ft MSL

Location

City: Bakersfield
Country: US
Latitude: 35.324799°
Longitude: -118.996002°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT+8

Runway Information

Runway 16/34
Length: 4,000 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
300°@11kt
Density Alt
378ft, 17°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

KL45 N/A
Bakersfield International Airport
0nm
0km
KBFL VFR
Meadows Field
7nm
13km
KWJF VFR
General William J Fox Airfield
52nm
96km
KEDW VFR
Edwards Air Force Base
60nm
111km
KPMD VFR
Palmdale Regional Airport / USAF Plant 42 Airport
61nm
113km
KVIS VFR
Visalia Municipal Airport
63nm
116km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Bakersfield International Airport

Overview

Bakersfield International Airport (KL45) is a medium-sized airport located in Bakersfield, California, serving the local aviation community. Situated at an elevation of 378 feet mean sea level, the airport provides critical regional air transportation infrastructure for the southern San Joaquin Valley region.

Flying Conditions

The airport's moderate elevation and inland location suggest potential for variable weather conditions typical of central California's climate. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and potential wind variations due to the surrounding terrain and valley geography.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (16/34) with an asphalt surface measuring 4,000 feet in length. Its geographic coordinates at 35.324799, -118.996002 place it in a region characterized by relatively flat terrain with proximity to mountainous areas to the east and west.

Approach Considerations

Runway 16/34 provides a linear approach path aligned with the local geographic orientation. Given the runway's moderate length of 4,000 feet, pilots should carefully evaluate aircraft performance characteristics and weight considerations during takeoff and landing operations.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Learn More

Relevant guides based on current conditions at KL45

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Handle 11kt winds safely
Current winds: 11 knots
How to Read TAF Forecasts
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Pre-Flight Weather Briefing
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Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.