Wichita Beech Factory Airport (KBEC / BEC)
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KBEC airport at a glance
- ICAO code
- KBEC
- IATA code
- BEC
- City
- Wichita
- Region
- Kansas
- Country
- United States
- Elevation
- 1,408 ft (429 m)
- Time zone
- America/Chicago (UTC-6)
- Coordinates
- 37.6945° N, 97.2150° W
- Empty legs from
- 0
- Empty legs to
- 0
Weather & airport info KBEC
Current weather
Marginal visual conditions (MVFR)observed 03 Nov, 20:55 UTC- Wind
- 14 kt (26 km/h) from west-northwest (290°), gusts up to 21 kt
- Visibility
- 10 km or more
- Clouds
- overcast at 1,200 ft
- Temperature
- 12 °C (dew point 10 °C)
- Pressure (QNH)
- 1,012 hPa
Original weather report (METAR)
METAR KBEC 032055Z AUTO 29014G21KT 7SM OVC012 12/10 A2988 RMK AO2 T01190104
Airport
- Elevation
- 1,408 ft (429 m)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 06:56 / 17:28 local time
Runways
| Runway | Length | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 01/19 | 2,439 m (8,001 ft) | concrete | yes |
Radio frequencies
- Clearance: 125
- CTAF: 122.7
- Ground: 121.7
- Tower: 126.8
- UNICOM: 122.95
For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports. Sources: aviationweather.gov (NOAA), OurAirports.
Airport map KBEC
Full screen →Runways white, taxiways yellow with designators, closed taxiways and runways per NOTAM in red.
Official charts (FAA)
Cycle 2611, valid until 0901Z 11/26/26
Airport diagram (FAA)
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (2)
Minimums (1)
For information only, not for navigation. Always use current official charts and NOTAMs.
Current NOTAMs for KBEC
NOTAMs (Notices to Air Missions) announce short-term changes at an airport: closed runways or taxiways, unserviceable approach aids, obstacles, airspace restrictions.
We currently have no valid NOTAMs for KBEC.
For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date. Source: FAA NOTAM Management Service (SWIM).
Private jet traffic in Beech Factory Airport (last 30 days)
- Arrivals
- 29
- Departures
- 28
- Different jets
- 16
Most common aircraft types: Beechcraft King Air 200/250 (12), Beechcraft King Air 350 (11), Cirrus Vision Jet (3), Piper M500/M600 (3).
Thursday is the busiest day.
Our own analysis of public ADS-B signals from business jets. Not every flight is received, and jets with a removal request are excluded.
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About the airport
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KBEC airport FAQ
Are there any restrictions at Wichita airport (KBEC) today?
We currently have no valid NOTAMs for Wichita (KBEC). For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date.
What is the weather at Wichita airport (KBEC)?
According to the latest weather report for KBEC (METAR, 03 Nov, 20:55 UTC): Marginal visual conditions (MVFR). Wind 14 kt (26 km/h) from west-northwest (290°), gusts up to 21 kt, visibility 10 km or more, temperature 12 °C (dew point 10 °C). For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports.
How long are the runways at Wichita airport (KBEC)?
Wichita (KBEC) has one runway: runway 01/19 with 2,439 m (8,001 ft), concrete.
What are the radio frequencies at Wichita airport (KBEC)?
Frequencies at KBEC: Tower 126.8 MHz and Ground 121.7 MHz. For information only. Always rely on the published AIP.
What are the airport codes of Beech Factory Airport?
The ICAO code is KBEC and the IATA code is BEC. ICAO codes are used by air traffic control and pilots, e.g. in flight plans; IATA codes appear on tickets and baggage tags.
What is the elevation of KBEC airport?
Beech Factory Airport sits at 1,408 ft (429 m) above sea level. Local time zone: America/Chicago.
Can I fly to KBEC by private jet?
Whether a private jet can operate into Beech Factory Airport depends on runway length, opening hours, customs and immigration rules as well as slot and handling availability, among other things. PrivJet checks this with the operating carrier for every request.
Are there empty legs from or to KBEC?
No empty legs from or to Beech Factory Airport are listed right now. The list is updated several times a day. You can also request a charter flight.