Mobile Downtown Airport
Mobile Downtown Airport (Brookley Aeroplex) is a dedicated general aviation and industrial airport in Mobile, Alabama, located 3 miles south of downtown Mobile on the shores of Mobile Bay. BFM offers a 9,618-foot runway accommodating all heavy jets and VIP-configured airliners. The airport serves the Airbus A320 family final assembly line (the only Airbus factory in the United States), drawing significant aerospace industry aviation traffic. Dedicated FBO facilities provide private terminals. Estimated charter rates to Mobile via BFM: light jets from $4,000 per hour, mid-size jets from $5,500 per hour, heavy jets from $8,500 per hour.
Transworld Jets Insider Tip
Mobile Downtown Airport is adjacent to the Airbus A320 family final assembly line, the only Airbus manufacturing facility in the United States. The airport draws significant aerospace industry traffic from Airbus executives, suppliers, and customers. It's also closer to downtown Mobile and the cruise terminal than Mobile Regional (MOB).
Frequently Asked Questions
Can heavy jets land at Mobile Downtown?
Yes. Mobile Downtown Airport's 9,618-foot runway accommodates all heavy jets and most VIP-configured airliners including the Boeing BBJ and Airbus ACJ.
How close is BFM to the Airbus factory?
Mobile Downtown Airport is immediately adjacent to the Airbus A320 family final assembly line. The factory is literally on airport property, making it the most convenient arrival point for Airbus business.
Why fly private to Mobile Bfm?
Private aviation offers the fastest, most flexible access to Mobile Bfm, bypassing commercial airline schedules and connections. Our brokers can arrange same-day charter flights to match your exact itinerary.
Aircraft Compatible with Mobile Downtown Airport
Based on the longest runway (9,618 ft), the following aircraft categories can operate here.
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14/32 | 9,618 ft | 150 ft | Pem | ✓ Yes |
| 18/36 | 7,800 ft | 150 ft | Pem | ✓ Yes |
Nearby Alternative Airports
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- IATA Code
- BFM
- ICAO Code
- KBFM
- Elevation
- 26 ft
- Runways
- 2
- Longest Runway
- 9,618 ft
- Location
- Mobile, Alabama