{ "@context": "https://schema.org", "@type": "Airport", "address": { "@type": "PostalAddress", "addressCountry": "United States of America", "addressLocality": "Beaver" }, "airlines": [ "General aviation" ], "amenityFeature": [ { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time", "value": "35 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time", "value": "75 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time", "value": "75 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "International to International Connection Time", "value": "90 minutes" }, { "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification", "name": "Interline Connection Time", "value": "110 minutes" } ], "city": "Beaver", "code": "BKW", "connection_tips": "Connecting at Raleigh County Memorial Airport (BKW) in West Virginia is a low-stress experience, thanks to its compact, single-terminal layout and status as a regional feeder. Most travelers 'connecting' here use the Essential Air Service provided by Contour Airlines, which offers regular jet service to Charlotte Douglas International Airport (CLT). Because the terminal is small, navigation is effortless; check-in, security, and the departure gate are all within a two-minute walk of each other. If you are on a through-ticket via Contour\u2019s interline agreement with American Airlines, your journey is remarkably seamless.\n\nIn most cases, your baggage is checked through to your final global destination from BKW, and you receive all boarding passes at initial check-in. Upon arriving at Charlotte (CLT), you typically land at Concourse E, a short walk from the main terminal and other concourses (A-D). This eliminates the need to re-clear security or collect bags in Charlotte, provided you are on a single itinerary. For those starting at BKW, the airport offers free long-term parking immediately adjacent to the terminal.\n\nSecurity lines are typically very short, but you should still arrive at least 60 to 90 minutes before your flight. While there is an on-site restaurant, it has limited hours, so it is advisable to eat before arriving or use the vending machines. Free Wi-Fi is available throughout the terminal, which is essential as there are no other retail facilities to pass the time during a delay.", "country": "United States of America", "flag_url": "https://flagcdn.com/w320/us.png", "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD", "frequent_traveler_tip": [ "Free long-term parking right next to terminal available.", "Caf\u00e9 Mon-Fri only - closes early evening for better experience.", "Contour Airlines connects to Charlotte (CLT) at this airport.", "FBO has pilot lounge with massage chair available at this airport.", "Major FedEx and UPS cargo operations hub at this airport." ], "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Raleigh%20County%20Memorial%20Airport%20airport", "google_maps_reviews": { "rating": 0.0, "recent_reviews": [], "total_reviews": 0 }, "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=USD", "iataCode": "BKW", "icao": "KBKW", "international": false, "last_modified": "June 2026", "last_updated": "2026-03-29", "latitude": 37.7873001099, "layover_planner_info": "Few amenities; plan ahead.", "longitude": -81.1241989136, "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 35, "mct_domestic_to_international": 75, "mct_interline": 110, "mct_international_to_domestic": 75, "mct_international_to_international": 90, "missed_connection_help": "Contact airport or airline staff for assistance.", "name": "Raleigh County Memorial Airport", "region": "West Virginia", "related_airports": [ { "code": "CRW", "name": "Yeager Airport" }, { "code": "LWB", "name": "Greenbrier Valley Airport" } ], "terminal_info": "Raleigh County Memorial Airport (BKW) is a vital regional aviation facility located approximately three miles east of Beckley, West Virginia, in the town of Beaver. Serving as the primary gateway to southern West Virginia\u2019s scenic highlands, the airport supports a blend of commercial scheduled flights, corporate travel, and significant cargo operations. Its location near major highways makes it an essential piece of infrastructure for the Raleigh County business community and the local tourism industry.\n\nThe airport features a single, compact terminal building that emphasizes passenger convenience and ease of navigation. Inside, travelers will find airline check-in counters conveniently located near the main entrance, leading directly to a single security checkpoint and a comfortable departure waiting area. Currently, the primary commercial service is provided by Contour Airlines, which offers regular flights to Charlotte/Douglas International Airport (CLT), connecting local residents to a major global hub.\n\nTerminal amenities at BKW include an on-site restaurant that is typically open from Monday through Friday, offering diners unique views of the runways and aircraft operations. A small gift shop and a well-equipped conference room with free Wi-Fi and visual display systems are also available for public use. One of the airport\u2019s most traveler-friendly features is the provision of free long-term parking in close proximity to the terminal, a rarity among modern regional airports that significantly reduces the cost and stress of travel.\n\nBeyond passenger service, Raleigh County Memorial is a major center for general aviation and cargo logistics, hosting daily feeder flights for global carriers like FedEx and UPS. The airport operates two asphalt runways: the primary Runway 1/19, which is 6,750 feet long, and the secondary Runway 10/28 at 5,001 feet. The Fixed-Base Operator (FBO) provides comprehensive support for private pilots, including heated hangar storage, a pilot lounge with a massage chair, a complimentary coffee bar, and several ground transportation options to the Beckley area.", "terminal_map_url": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=Raleigh%20County%20Memorial%20Airport%20airport" }