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Beale Air Force Base (BAB) Guide

Beale Air Force Base (IATA: BAB, ICAO: KBAB) is a United States Air Force installation serving the Beale Air Force Base community in California, United States. It functions primarily as a military airfield rather than a public commercial airport.

IATA BAB ICAO KBAB Beale Air Force Base, United States
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Quick Facts

Core identifiers and coordinates pulled from the airport dataset.

IATA
BAB
ICAO
KBAB
City
Beale Air Force Base
Country
United States
Airport type
medium airport
Scheduled service
No
Coordinates
39.1361, -121.4370
Elevation
113 ft

Live flights to and from BAB

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Plan your departure from Beale Air Force Base

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Choose a taxi or transfer for Beale Air Force Base

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Plan your route around Beale Air Force Base

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Weather at Beale Air Force Base

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16.0°C

Clear sky

Updated 2026-06-02 04:45:00
Feels like
14.7°C
Wind
6.8 kph
Visibility
26.4 km
Humidity
64%

Map / Location

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Restaurants near Beale Air Force Base

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Hotels near Beale Air Force Base

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How to get from Beale Air Force Base

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01 Taxi
Beale Air Force Base (BAB/KBAB) is a military installation, so it does not have typical public taxi ranks like a commercial airport; taxis should be arranged in advance and pickups coordinated at authorized locations, such as designated visitor or passenger areas subject to base access rules. Use licensed, official taxis or reputable ride services, and confirm that metered or clearly agreed fares are used. Fares vary depending on distance, waiting time, access requirements, and local traffic.
02 Car rental
Car rental at Beale Air Force Base (BAB/KBAB) may be limited because it is a military airfield with restricted access rather than a standard commercial airport. Where rental service is available, desks or pickup points are usually located near the arrivals area, and booking ahead helps ensure a vehicle is ready when you land.
03 Public transport
Beale Air Force Base (BAB) is a military airfield with restricted public access and no scheduled commercial passenger service or dedicated public rail/bus terminal. Authorized travelers typically need private vehicle transport, taxi/rideshare where available, or base-arranged transportation; regional bus or rail options would require onward ground transport from nearby communities. Check current transit schedules and base access requirements before traveling.
04 Airport transfer
Private airport transfers for Beale Air Force Base (BAB/KBAB) should generally be pre-booked, especially because access to military installations may be restricted and require prior authorization. Nearby hotels may offer shuttle service by arrangement, but availability and base access requirements should be confirmed directly with the hotel. Shared shuttle options may be limited in the area, so travelers should verify availability in advance.
05 Distance to city center
Distance-to-center data has not been added for this airport yet.

Parking at Beale Air Force Base

Airport parking notes are kept factual and non-speculative.

Parking at Beale Air Force Base (BAB/KBAB) may include short- and long-stay options, though availability can depend on base access rules and current operations. Rates and availability can vary by season and demand, so travelers should check the official airport or base website for the latest parking information before arriving.

Runways & Technical Info

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Runways

15 / 33
12,001 ft · 300 ft wide · CON
Lighted Open

Frequencies

ACP
940TH COMD POST

25.602 MHz

APP
NORCAL APP

125.400 MHz

ATIS
ATIS

27.350 MHz

DEP
NORCAL DEP

125.400 MHz

GND
GND

121.600 MHz

MISC
SUPERVISOR OF FLYING

138.500 MHz

PMSV
PMSV METRO

23.980 MHz

POST
WING COMD POST

32.100 MHz

PTD
PTD

140.875 MHz

TWR
TWR

119.400 MHz

FAQ

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What is the IATA code for Beale Air Force Base?

The IATA code for Beale Air Force Base is BAB.

Where is Beale Air Force Base located?

Beale Air Force Base is located in Beale Air Force Base, US-CA, United States.

Can I view airport photos before my trip?

Yes. The photo gallery on this page uses traveler-submitted airport imagery when it is available in the review dataset.

Can I open Beale Air Force Base in Google Maps?

Yes. Use the map section on this page to open the airport location directly in Google Maps.

How can I check arrivals and departures?

Flight data is currently unavailable for this airport on this page. Check the airline or official airport channels for live status.

What is the ICAO code for Beale Air Force Base?

The ICAO code for Beale Air Force Base is KBAB.