KBTL

VFR

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· METAR17:53Z
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Before you fly into KBTL
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
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 31
H/W +7 · X/W 5 kt L

METAR & TAF KBTL

Current METAR

Observed 17:53Z

KBTL 111753Z 27008KT 10SM CLR 27/19 A2984 RMK AO2 SLP099 T02720189 10272 20194 50005
Wind
270° @ 8 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
27°C / 19°C
Altimeter
29.84 inHg
Clouds
CLR
Density alt
2,719 ft
Ceiling
Unlimited
Rules
VFR

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

tap a runway
270° · 8 kt
RWY 31
302°M
Head/Tail
+7 kt
Crosswind
5 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 31

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 31 · 302° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,952 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
05L/23R39° / 219°10,004 ftASPHStandard L
13/31Favored122° / 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 satellite imagery. Not for navigation.

Top-down satellite sketch of KBTL BATTLE CREEK EXEC AT KELLOGG FLD in BATTLE CREEK, MICHIGAN, showing runways 05L/23R, 13/31, 05R/23L drawn to scale over Esri World Imagery

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 & LRG BIRDS ON & INVOF ARPT.
  • 24 HRS PN FOR CUST, CALL 269-965-3349.
  • TWY F RSTRD TO DOD/MIL USE ONLY.
  • MILITARY: ANG: BASH LEVELS AS DEFINED IN AFI 91-202.
  • MILITARY: ANG: APN/TWY USBL ONLY O/R, OTRW CLSD - COORD WITH 110TH WING SAFETY AT C269-969-3438.
  • EXTSV PILOT TRG WI 25 NM OF ARPT.
  • ARPT FICON MNTD WKDAYS 0700-1530; NOT MNTD ALL OTR TIMES.
  • SNOW REMOVAL OPS INPR DRG WINTER MONTHS; EQPT OPRS MNT CTAF WHEN ATCT CLSD.
  • MOWING OPS INPR MAR-OCT.
  • FOR CD WHEN ATCT CLSD CTC GREAT LAKES APCH AT 269-459-3344, WHEN APCH CLSD CTC CHICAGO ARTCC AT 630-906-8921.
  • VOLUNTARY NOISE ABATEMENT PROCS IN EFCT. SEE FLY QUIET PROGRAM AT WWW.FLYBTL.COM.

Lighting notes

  • WHEN ATCT CLSD ACTVT MALSR RWY 23R; REIL RWY 05L, 05R, 23L, 13, & 31; PAPI RWY 05L, 23R, 05R, 23L, 13, & 31; HIRL RWY 05L/23R; MIRL RWY 05R/23L & 13/31 - CTAF.

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 05RRIGHT TFC WHEN TWR CLSD.
  • 23RRIGHT TFC WHEN TWR CLSD.

Other notes

  • 05R/23LEXTSV CRACKING & VEGETATION.

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
VFR
Current wind
270° at 8 kt
Favored runway now
RWY 31

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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