Fort Worth Meacham International Airport

All Aircraft operators are required to taxi to the CBP inspection area marked on the tarmac. A CBP Officer will meet the aircraft on the ramp to begin the planeside inspection. Pilots should contact their FBO on behalf of passengers requiring additional or special assistance entering the FIS, assistance

• All Aircraft operators are required to taxi to the CBP inspection area marked on the tarmac.
• The airport control tower can direct you if needed.
• There is a CBP office (FIS) at this location.
• A CBP Officer will meet the aircraft on the ramp to begin the planeside inspection.
• All crew and passengers will be processed inside the CBP FIS.
• Be prepared to present passports, visas, pilot's license, medical certificate, aircraft registration, and User Fee decal.
• There is a USDA compliance agreement with the City of Fort Worth to collect regulated waste/garbage from international arrivals.

Commercial aircraft operators departing the U.S. must obtain an outbound clearance by contacting CBP directly. Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (KFTW) is designated as a “user fee airport” [19 CFR 122.1(m);19 CFR 122.15]. Pilots must secure permission to land by contacting CBP no later than one hour prior to penetrating the ADIZ and/or one hour prior to departure from the foreign port or place. Exceptions: Flights originating directly from Canada, declared emergencies, or forced landings, It is preferred that pilots secure landing rights at least one business day in advance of the anticipated arrival. Permission to land is granted with a tolerance of (+/-) 30 minutes. If your ETA deviates outside these parameters, previously granted permission(s) are invalid and you must contact the CBP port to re- secure permission to land.

• All crew/passengers must present valid proof of citizenship and a completed Customs Declaration (CBP Form 6059B) inside the CBP office.
• Pilots should contact their FBO on behalf of passengers requiring additional or special assistance entering the FIS, assistance unlading baggage, or in the event of inclement weather.
• No private vehicles or individuals are permitted to approach arriving crew, passengers or the aircraft, or operate within the “shadow of the aircraft” at any time during federal processing.
• A representative from the City of Fort Worth will also be planeside to collect landing and/or other special fees.
• All pets MUST be on a leash or in an approved carrier.
• Flight crew are also reminded that Meacham Airport is an active AOA – please exercise caution when entering or exiting the FIS.
• This location does not process inbound or outbound cargo.
• Advise CBP if transporting live animals, weapons, or commercial cargo.
• Passengers/crew transporting currency or other monetary instruments exceeding $10,000 must file a report with CBP on a FinCEN 105 form.
• For weekend and holiday flights, all landing and departure requests must be made no later the 4:30 PM CST on the Friday prior to the weekend or Thursday if that Friday is a holiday and/or on the prior regular workday. NOTE: For further detailed information regarding national GA processing standards and procedures, please refer to the CBP Private Aircraft Arrival Information Document or contact GAsupport@cbp.dhs.gov November 5, 2025 Publication Number KFTW-1125

• Inspection services for the entrance/ arrival of aircraft at Fort Worth Meacham International Airport are generally available seven days per week, 24 hours per day in accordance with the port's
• All crew/passengers must present valid proof of citizenship and a completed Customs Declaration (CBP Form 6059B) inside the CBP office.
• Pilots should contact their FBO on behalf of passengers requiring additional or special assistance entering the FIS, assistance unlading baggage, or in the event of inclement weather.
• No private vehicles or individuals are permitted to approach arriving crew, passengers or the aircraft, or operate within the “shadow of the aircraft” at any time during federal processing.
• A representative from the City of Fort Worth will also be planeside to collect landing and/or other special fees.
• All pets MUST be on a leash or in an approved carrier.
• Flight crew are also reminded that Meacham Airport is an active AOA – please exercise caution when entering or exiting the FIS.
• This location does not process inbound or outbound cargo.
• Advise CBP if transporting live animals, weapons, or commercial cargo.
• Passengers/crew transporting currency or other monetary instruments exceeding $10,000 must file a report with CBP on a FinCEN 105 form.
• For weekend and holiday flights, all landing and departure requests must be made no later the 4:30 PM CST on the Friday prior to the weekend or Thursday if that Friday is a holiday and/or on the prior regular workday. NOTE: For further detailed information regarding national GA processing standards and procedures, please refer to the CBP Private Aircraft Arrival Information Document or contact GAsupport@cbp.dhs.gov November 5, 2025 Publication Number KFTW-1125 Commercial aircraft operators departing the U.S. must obtain an outbound clearance by contacting CBP directly. Fort Worth Meacham International Airport (KFTW) is designated as a “user fee airport” [19 CFR 122.1(m);19 CFR 122.15]. Pilots must secure permission to land by contacting CBP no later than one hour prior to penetrating the ADIZ and/or one hour prior to departure from the foreign port or place. Exceptions: Flights originating directly from Canada, declared emergencies, or forced landings, It is preferred that pilots secure landing rights at least one business day in advance of the anticipated arrival. Permission to land is granted with a tolerance of (+/-) 30 minutes. If your ETA deviates outside these parameters, previously granted permission(s) are invalid and you must contact the CBP port to re- secure permission to land.

For weekend and holiday flights, all landing and departure requests must be made no later the 4:30 PM CST on the Friday prior to the weekend or Thursday if that Friday is a holiday and/or on the prior regular workday.