KBTL

MVFR

BATTLE CREEK EXEC AT KELLOGG FLD

BATTLE CREEK · MICHIGAN

Elev
951.6'
Longest RWY
10,004'05L/23R
Tower
07:00–23:00
Status
Towered
Now--Z· METAR03:53Z
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Before you fly into KBTL
Conditions
MVFR
Marginal · IFR-rated preferred
Airport
Towered
07:00–23:00 local · CTAF after hrs
Pattern alt
1,951.6'
MSL · field 951.6' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
RWY 23R
H/W +9 · X/W 6 kt L

METAR & TAF KBTL

Current METAR

Observed 03:53Z

KBTL 280353Z AUTO 19011KT 3SM RA BR SCT022 BKN036 OVC046 16/15 A2976 RMK AO2 SLP064 T01610150 PNO $
Wind
190° @ 11 kt
Visibility
3 SM
Temp / Dew
16°C / 15°C
Altimeter
29.76 inHg
Clouds
OVC
Density alt
1,498 ft
Ceiling
3,600 ft AGL
Rules
MVFR

Airport info & contacts

Manager on record, flight service, ARTCC, attendance schedule and pattern altitude — published by the FAA and refreshed every 28 days.

Location

From city
3 NM W
VFR sectional
CHICAGO
ARTCC
ZAU · CHICAGO
NOTAM facility
BTL (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
PHILIP KROLL
Address
15551 SOUTH AIRPORT RD, BATTLE CREEK MI 49015-7644

Flight service · Hours

FSS LAN
LANSING1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • ALL

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF
ATIS / D-ATIS
Clearance / Ground
Tower / Local
Approach / Departure

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

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190° · 11 kt
RWY 23R
219°M
Head/Tail
+9 kt
Crosswind
6 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 23R

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 23R · 219° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,952 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
05L/23RFavored39° / 219°10,004 ftASPHStandard L
13/31122° / 302°4,837 ftASPHStandard L
05R/23L39° / 219°4,100 ftASPHStandard L

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
05L10,004'10,004'10,004'10,004'PAPI 4-box left(3°)102', tree, 3231' from thr, 500' R of cntrln, slope 29
23R10,004'10,004'10,004'10,004'PAPI 4-box left(3°)MALSR44', tree, 1052' from thr, 591' R of cntrln, slope 19
134,837'4,837'4,837'4,837'PAPI 4-box left(3°)17', pole, 474' from thr, 57' R of cntrln, slope 16
314,837'4,837'4,837'4,837'PAPI 4-box left(3°)34', tree, 675' from thr, 250' R of cntrln, slope 13
05R4,100'4,100'4,100'4,100'PAPI 4-box left(3°)49', tree, 1276' from thr, 33' R of cntrln, slope 21
23L4,100'4,100'4,100'4,100'PAPI 4-box left(3°)74', tree, 1836' from thr, 86' R of cntrln, slope 22

Declared distances in feet. TORA = takeoff run available, TODA = takeoff distance, ASDA = accelerate-stop, LDA = landing distance.

Airport sketch

Runways drawn to scale from FAA survey coordinates, rendered over live satellite imagery. Not for navigation.

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Approaches & charts

ILS · 1

RWY 23R
LS · CAT I
BTL
110.5
ILS OR LOC RWY 23R
KBTL · IAP
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Services on the field

Fuel grades, oxygen, maintenance, ramp storage and lighting — as declared to the FAA by the airport operator.

Fuel & services

Fuel
100LLA+
Oxygen (bottled)
High pressure
Oxygen (bulk)
Not available
Airframe repair
Major
Power plant repair
Major
Other services
AFRT,AVNCS,CHTR,INSTR,RNTL,SALES

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
  • Hangar
Landing fee
Yes
Customs
Not available
Lighting schedule
SEE RMK
Beacon schedule
SS-SR
Beacon
White / Green (civil land)(WG)
Wind indicator
Lighted
Segmented circle
Yes

Fuel & FBOs

Cheapest 100LL and Jet A on the field and nearby. Always confirm with the FBO before taxi.

Airport notes

Surface conditions, obstructions, local procedures, lighting outages and other notes published with each FAA cycle.

General notes

  • Deer and large birds are present on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • Taxiway F is restricted to Department of Defense and military use only.Show FAA
  • Airport field condition is maintained on weekdays from 0700 to 1530; it is not maintained at other times.Show FAA
  • For clearance delivery when the tower is closed, contact Great Lakes Approach at 269-459-3344; when approach is closed, contact Chicago ARTCC at 630-906-8921.Show FAA
  • Military Air National Guard apron and taxiway are usable only on request; otherwise closed. Coordinate with 110th Wing Safety at C269-969-3438.Show FAA
  • Call 269-965-3349 for 24-hour prior notice for customs.Show FAA
  • Voluntary noise abatement procedures are in effect. See the Fly Quiet program at www.flybtl.com.Show FAA
  • Mowing operations occur in the airport vicinity from March through October.Show FAA
  • Extensive pilot training occurs within 25 nautical miles of the airport.Show FAA
  • Military Air National Guard BASH levels are as defined in AFI 91-202.Show FAA
  • Snow removal operations occur in the airport vicinity during winter months; equipment operators monitor CTAF when the tower is closed.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • When the tower is closed, activate the MALSR for runway 23R; REIL for runways 05L, 05R, 23L, 13, and 31; PAPI for runways 05L, 23R, 05R, 23L, 13, and 31; HIRL for runway 05L/23R; MIRL for runways 05R/23L and 13/31 on the CTAF frequency.Show FAA

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 05RRight traffic pattern is used for runway 05R when the tower is closed.Show FAA
  • 23RRight traffic pattern is used for runway 23R when the tower is closed.Show FAA

Other notes

  • 05R/23LRunway 05R/23L has extensive cracking and vegetation.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

VFR sectional. Tap any ICAO chip to open that airport.

Key facts · KBTL

Answer card
ICAO
KBTL
Name
BATTLE CREEK EXEC AT KELLOGG FLD
Location
BATTLE CREEK, MICHIGAN
Elevation
951.6 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,951.6 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Towered · 0700-2300
Total runways
3
Longest runway
05L/23R · 10,004 ft
Published ILS approaches
1
Published frequencies
8
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
MVFR
Current wind
190° at 11 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 23R

Battle Creek Exec at Kellogg Field is in Battle Creek, Michigan. The field elevation is 951.6 ft MSL. KBTL has three asphalt runways. The longest is 05L/23R at 10,004 ft. The airport is towered from 0700 to 2300. One ILS is published for runway 23R.

Pattern altitude is not published. Use 1,000 ft AGL for light piston operations unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise. Deer and large birds are reported on and near the airport. That makes the runway environment worth a close scan on taxi, takeoff and final. Voluntary noise abatement procedures are in effect. Check the current Fly Quiet guidance before arrival if you need local departure routing. Field condition is maintained on weekdays from 0700 to 1530. It is not maintained outside those hours.

Duncan Aviation is on the field. Centennial Aircraft Services | WACO Aircraft is also on the field. Both carry 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist. If you need customs, call 269-965-3349 for 24-hour prior notice. When the tower is closed, contact Great Lakes Approach for clearance delivery. Runway 05R uses right traffic when the tower is closed. Runway 23R also uses right traffic when the tower is closed. Expect a busy training environment within 25 NM of the airport.

Frequently asked questions

What is the pattern altitude at KBTL?
Pattern altitude is not published in the facts. Use 1,000 ft AGL for light piston operations unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.
What are the tower hours at Battle Creek Exec at Kellogg Field?
The tower is open from 0700 to 2300. Outside those hours, use the published non-towered procedures and verify any clearance delivery details before departure.
Does KBTL have an ILS approach?
Yes. One ILS is published for runway 23R. Check the current Chart Supplement for the approach details and minimums before you fly it.
What is the longest runway at KBTL?
The longest runway is 05L/23R. It is 10,004 ft long and asphalt.
Which FBOs are on the field at KBTL?
Duncan Aviation is on the field. Centennial Aircraft Services | WACO Aircraft is also on the field. Both carry 100LL, Jet A and Jet A Prist.
Is there noise abatement at Battle Creek Exec?
Yes. Voluntary noise abatement procedures are in effect. Check the current Chart Supplement and the airport operator for the latest local guidance before departure.
Is there a curfew at KBTL?
The facts do not list a curfew. Check the current Chart Supplement for any published noise or curfew restrictions before flying into the field.
What should I watch for on arrival at KBTL?
Deer and large birds are reported on and near the airport. The field also sees extensive pilot training within 25 NM. Expect active traffic and stay sharp in the pattern.

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