New Bedford Regional Airport — New Bedford, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for New Bedford Regional Airport (New Bedford) is EWB — its ICAO code is KEWB.
Distance & flight time from EWB
New Bedford Regional Airport
EWB is New Bedford Regional Airport, serving the historic whaling city of New Bedford, Massachusetts, on the state's southeastern coast. The airport primarily supports general aviation, flight training, and limited commercial or charter operations for a city whose economy has shifted from its whaling and fishing heritage toward modern commercial fishing, manufacturing, and tourism tied to its maritime history. EWB provides a convenient alternative to the more congested Boston-area airports for regional travelers and businesses in Bristol County. Its facilities include maintenance and hangar space that support a community of private pilots and small aviation operators active in the South Coast region of Massachusetts.
Runways at New Bedford Regional Airport (EWB)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 5400 ft (1646 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
| 14/32 | 5002 ft (1525 m) | 75 ft (23 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for New Bedford Regional Airport (EWB)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | PROVIDENCE APP/DEP | 128.7 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 126.85 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.1 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.1 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near New Bedford Regional Airport (EWB)
- Newport State Airport (NPT) — 31.3 km (19.4 mi)
- Quonset State Airport (NCO) — 38.8 km (24.1 mi)
- Rhode Island T. F. Green International Airport (PVD) — 39.3 km (24.4 mi)
- Cape Cod Gateway Airport (HYA) — 56.2 km (34.9 mi)
- Norwood Memorial Airport (OWD) — 59.9 km (37.2 mi)
- Boston Logan International Airport (BOS) — 76.4 km (47.5 mi)
- Westerly State Airport (WST) — 79.3 km (49.3 mi)
- Nantucket Memorial Airport (ACK) — 88.3 km (54.9 mi)
EWB is a smaller regional field, so most commercial travelers to New Bedford still connect through Boston Logan; EWB mainly serves general aviation and charter traffic.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for New Bedford Regional Airport?
The IATA code for New Bedford Regional Airport is EWB.
What is the ICAO code for New Bedford Regional Airport?
The ICAO code for New Bedford Regional Airport is KEWB. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.