Keesler AFB frequencies
Keesler AFB (BIX · KBIX) in Biloxi, MS is a towered field, staffed MON-FRI 1400-0500Z++, CLSD HOLS.. Every frequency below is in the order you tune it, from the first call to the handoff on climb out. · Open on the map
All of Keesler AFB — runways, frequencies, charts and live weatherWhen the KBIX tower is closed
The tower is staffed MON-FRI 1400-0500Z++, CLSD HOLS.. Outside those hours Keesler AFB has no operating control tower: it becomes a self announce field on 120.75, and separation from other traffic is yours, not a controller's. Report your position and intentions on entry and on each leg of the pattern.
Runway lighting is often pilot controlled once the tower closes — check the KBIX airport page for the click sequence, and what to say on the radio.
Before taxi Keesler
- Clearance 121.8
- Clearance delivery issues your IFR clearance, and at busier fields your VFR departure instructions and squawk code. Call before you request taxi, with the ATIS letter and your intended direction of flight.
Taxi & takeoff Keesler
- Ground 121.8
- Ground control owns every taxiway and inactive runway on the field. Call for taxi with your position and destination on the field. You need an explicit clearance to cross any runway, including one that is not in use.
- Tower 120.75
- Tower owns the active runways and the surrounding surface area. Call before entering the surface area inbound, and hold short until you are cleared to take off or to cross.
Departure & arrival Gulfport
- App/Dep 124.6 (130-309), 127.5 (310-129 · initial contact)
- One radar controller working both arrivals and departures — normal at a smaller TRACON. The same frequency takes your climb out and your inbound call.
Also
- Flight service 127.65 (LOW)
- Flight Service handles briefings, flight plans and en route advisories, reached here through a remote outlet. Open and close VFR flight plans, and get updated weather in the air. 1-800-WX-BRIEF reaches the same specialists from the ground.
By procedure & sector (11 more)
| 252.8 | AFRC OPS (403 WG AFRC COMD) |
|---|---|
| 254.25 | APCH/P DEP/P IC (310-129) |
| 267.4 | PMSV METRO |
| 269.075 | LCL/P |
| 275.8 | CD/P, GND/P |
| 281.55 | ATIS |
| 283.7 | OPS |
| 285.475 | MOBILE RCAG (LOW) |
| 349.4 | OPS (GULL OPS MAC) |
| 354.1 | APCH/P DEP/P (130-309) |
| 372.2 | PTD |
Every KBIX frequency, as one table
| Clearance | 121.8 |
|---|---|
| Ground | 121.8 |
| Tower | 120.75 |
| Flight service | 127.65 (LOW) |
| App/Dep | 124.6 · 130-309 |
| App/Dep | 127.5 · 310-129 · initial contact |
Frequently asked
What is the tower frequency at KBIX?
Keesler AFB tower is 120.75, calling "Keesler Tower". The tower is staffed MON-FRI 1400-0500Z++, CLSD HOLS..
What frequency do I use at KBIX when the tower is closed?
Outside MON-FRI 1400-0500Z++, CLSD HOLS., Keesler AFB has no operating control tower and becomes a self announce field. Use 120.75 as the CTAF and report your position and intentions — there is nobody to clear you, so separation is yours.
What is the ground frequency at KBIX?
Ground control at Keesler AFB is 121.8. You need an explicit clearance from ground to cross any runway while taxiing, including one that is not in use.
What is the approach frequency for KBIX?
App/Dep for Keesler AFB is 124.6, working as "Gulfport" (130-309). Call inbound for flight following or to begin an instrument approach.
Where do I get my clearance at KBIX?
Clearance delivery at Keesler AFB is 121.8. Call before requesting taxi, with the current ATIS letter and your direction of flight.
More about KBIX
Frequencies from FAA NASR. For planning and education only; always verify against official sources.
Something here wrong or out of date? Report a data problem.