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Greater Cumberland Regional Airport (CBE/KCBE) is a public-use general aviation airport in Wiley Ford, West Virginia, just across the Potomac River from Cumberland, Maryland. It serves the Potomac Highlands and western Maryland with a 5,050-foot main runway, charter and flight-training activity, and no scheduled airline service. The field is a convenient, low-traffic alternative for private and business pilots visiting the Cumberland area.
💡 Local Tip
Frequent visitors call the FBO ahead for after-hours gate access and fuel, and they check for morning river-valley fog before departure; the terminal is small and not staffed 24/7.
🚖 Getting There
The airport is in Wiley Ford, West Virginia, just off Route 28 and only a few minutes from downtown Cumberland, Maryland via I-68. There is no scheduled bus or rail service to the terminal, so plan to drive, take a taxi or rideshare, or arrange a rental car in advance. Rental car availability is limited, so confirm pickup with a Cumberland agency before arrival.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: Does Greater Cumberland Regional Airport have commercial airline service?
A: No. CBE is a general aviation airport with no scheduled passenger airlines; it primarily serves private, business, charter, and training flights.
Q: What runway facilities does KCBE offer?
A: The airport has a main asphalt runway 5/23 measuring 5,050 by 100 feet and a crosswind runway 14/32 measuring 2,400 by 60 feet. Pilot-controlled lighting and instrument approaches are available.
Q: How far is the airport from Cumberland, Maryland?
A: It is about 3 miles southeast of downtown Cumberland, just across the Potomac River in Wiley Ford, West Virginia. The drive typically takes 5 to 10 minutes via Route 28 and I-68.
Q: Is fuel available at CBE?
A: Yes, the on-field FBO typically offers 100LL and Jet A fuel, along with limited line services. Hours can vary, so call ahead for after-hours or self-serve availability.
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