Lucas Field
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 14h 30m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Lucas Field
Lucas Field is a small airport in Nicholasville, United States. It sits at an elevation of 906 ft (276 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 5,488 ft / 1,673 m with a hard surface. It observes America/New York local time. The nearest airport is Forest Hill Airport - Silo Field (US-7438), about 9.7 nm to the ene.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27▸ displaced | 5,488 ft / 1,673 m | 100 ft | Conc | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(1)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LEXINGTON, BLUE GRASS AIRPORT CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 2200 ft MSL | 5000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| WKYT-TV (Lexington);WVLK-FM (Lexington) | 1,001 ft | 1,017 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 531 ft | 1,056 ft | — |
| WKQQ-FM (Lexington) | 531 ft | 1,063 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 269 ft | 922 ft | — |
| WRFL-FM (Lexington) | 259 ft | 1,047 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Lucas Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Lucas Field located?
Lucas Field is small airport located in Nicholasville, United States, at an elevation of 906 ft (276 m).
How many runways does Lucas Field have?
Lucas Field has 1 runway, the longest being 5,488 ft / 1,673 m.
What time zone is Lucas Field in?
Lucas Field is in the America/New York time zone (UTC-04:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Lucas Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Lucas Field is approximately 5.9° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Lucas Field?
The nearest airport to Lucas Field is Forest Hill Airport - Silo Field (US-7438), about 9.7 nm to the ene, followed by Blue Grass Airport and Buzzard's Roost Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Lucas Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.