Frequently Asked Questions
Who Owns the Brookneal-Campbell County Airport (BCCA)?
The Brookneal-Campbell County Airport is owned by the Brookneal-Campbell County Airport Authority. The airport is in the Federal Airport System and construction was funded by the Federal Aviation Administration, Virginia Department of Aviation, the Town of Brookneal, and Campbell County.
Who operates the Brookneal-Campbell County Airport?
Can events such as drag races be held on the runway?
No events or activities non-aviation related may be held on the runway or inside of the security fence. The BCCA is in the FAA system of airports and, unlike New London Airport, is not a privately-owned airport. The runway cannot be shut down for non-aviation related activities.
Can other areas of the airport be used for events?
Events that do not impact the operational status of the runway and aviation services may be held on appropriate areas of airport property as approved by the airport authority on a case-by-case basis. Contact Campbell County Economic Development office (434-332-9595) to be placed on the next meeting agenda.
Who is the main user of the airport?
Presently the Brookneal-Campbell County Airport provides an excellent facility for the flight schools in the area to train new pilots on landings and take-offs. There are frequent corporate and private flights transporting area residents to their destinations.
What are the long term plans for the BCCA?
The BCCA Authority has adopted a capital improvement plan that includes providing fueling services and hangers to encourage aircraft owners to base their aircraft at this location. The authority desires to find a Fixed Base Operator to provide aviation services at the airport. As of October 2023, self-serve fuel service is available through Freedom Aviation. Questions about the fuel service can be address with the fuel provider.
Is there a fee to store aircraft at the BCCA?
There is a $40 monthly fee per the Tie-down Lease Agreement. Aircraft owners will be able lease hangar space for $400 per month once the hangar building construction is completed in 2024.