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| Our Vision |
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| "Build a World Class Quality airport system that complements Kern County's economy while promoting safe and efficient commercial and general aviation." |
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| Airport Facts |
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| Meadows Field Airport is owned by the County of Kern and is one of seven airports operated by the Department of Airports. "BFL" serves more than 700,000 people in or near the Southern San Joaquin Valley. |
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| On February 27th, 2006, the new William M. Thomas Passenger Terminal was opened. The terminal is located approximately 7 miles north of downtown Bakersfield. Highway 99 and Seventh Standard Road provide the most direct access to the passenger terminal. The airport is approximately 1,400 acres in size. The passenger terminal is open from 4:30 am to 1:30 am daily. The airport is served by an FAA air traffic control tower from 5:00 am to 11:00 pm daily. The airport is certified under Federal Aviation Regulations Part 139 which governs land-based airport operations. |
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| Design and Construction photos - William M. Thomas Passenger Terminal |
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| The previous passenger terminal, located at 1401 Skyway Drive (near Highway 99 and Seventh Standard Road) is in the process of being converted to an international terminal. |
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| The Director of Airports is appointed by the Board of Supervisors. The Board meets at 1115 Truxtun Avenue in Bakersfield, California on Tuesday of each week. Department of Airports agenda items are usually heard at 9:00 am. |
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| Employment |
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| Airport administrative, operations, and maintenance personnel are employed by the County of Kern located at 1115 Truxtun Avenue, First Floor, Bakersfield 93301. Employment inquiries may be made to the County of Kern Personnel Department. |
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| Kern County Employment Information (opens new window) |
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| Employment may be available with airlines, concessionaires, aircraft maintenance, and other businesses at the airport. You may make inquiries with those businesses. |
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