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Samuels Field (BRY/KBRY) is a public general aviation airport located about two miles southwest of Bardstown, Kentucky, in Nelson County. It serves private, business, and flight-training aircraft for the Bardstown area and the broader Louisville region, with no scheduled commercial airline service. The field is a convenient gateway to Kentucky's bourbon distilleries and historic sites such as My Old Kentucky Home State Park.
💡 Local Tip
Bardstown is a major bourbon destination, so if you're flying in for distillery tours, book reservations well ahead—especially during the Kentucky Bourbon Festival in September—and confirm after-hours parking and fuel access with the airport before you arrive.
🚖 Getting There
The airport is reached by car via local roads from downtown Bardstown; expect a short drive of about 5–10 minutes. Public transit is not a practical option, and taxi or rideshare availability can be limited, so arrange a pickup or rental car in advance. Pilots should ask the FBO about courtesy cars or local rental options before arrival.
❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What is the airport code for Samuels Field?
A: Samuels Field uses the IATA code BRY, the ICAO code KBRY, and the FAA identifier BRY.
Q: Does Samuels Field offer commercial flights?
A: No. It is a general aviation airport, so there are no scheduled passenger airline flights; travelers typically connect via Louisville Muhammad Ali International Airport (SDF) or Lexington's Blue Grass Airport (LEX).
Q: How far is Samuels Field from downtown Bardstown?
A: It is roughly 2 miles southwest of downtown Bardstown, usually a short 5- to 10-minute drive by car.
Q: What services are available at the airport?
A: Services can include fuel, tiedowns, and hangars, but availability varies; pilots should call ahead and check NOTAMs for current fuel, after-hours, and courtesy car information.
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