Luke Air Force Base
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 14h 9m 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 Luke Air Force Base
Luke Air Force Base is a United States Air Force base in Maricopa County, Arizona, United States. It is located 7 miles west of the central business district of Glendale, and 15 miles west of Phoenix. The majority of Luke AFB is in the Glendale city limits.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
KLUFLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03L / 21R | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 150 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 03R / 21L | 9,912 ft / 3,021 m | 150 ft | Con | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (8)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | APP/DEP | 120.700 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 134.925 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 126.250 MHz |
| GND | GND | 133.175 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 26.740 MHz |
| POST | COMD POST | 34.940 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 37.220 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 119.100 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Instrument procedures & charts
Airport diagram (1)
Instrument approaches (6)
Departure procedures (SIDs) (4)
Arrivals (STARs) (1)
Takeoff & alternate minimums (1)
Charts published by the FAA (public domain) and updated each 28-day cycle. Always fly the current, official chart. Full charts page.
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PHOENIX CLASS B AREA F | Class B | Controlled | 4000 ft MSL | 9000 ft MSL |
| LUKE SATR AREA A3 | Class D | Controlled | GND | 4000 ft MSL |
| PHOENIX, LUKE AFB CLASS D | Class D | Controlled | GND | 4000 ft MSL |
| A231 CONT | Special use | Danger | 500 ft GND | 6500 ft MSL |
| EXCLUDED FROM A231 | Special use | Danger | 500 ft GND | 4000 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 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 276 ft | 984 ft | — |
| Tolleson Union High School District | 276 ft | 1,004 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Luke Air Force Base.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Luke Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for Luke Air Force Base is KLUF, and its IATA code is LUF.
Where is Luke Air Force Base located?
Luke Air Force Base is medium airport located in Glendale, United States, at an elevation of 1,085 ft (331 m).
How many runways does Luke Air Force Base have?
Luke Air Force Base has 2 runways, the longest being 10,000 ft / 3,048 m.
What time zone is Luke Air Force Base in?
Luke Air Force Base is in the America/Phoenix time zone (UTC-07:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Luke Air Force Base?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Luke Air Force Base is approximately 9.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Luke Air Force Base?
The nearest airport to Luke Air Force Base is Glendale Municipal Airport (KGEU), about 4.4 nm to the e, followed by Phoenix Goodyear Airport and Airscrew Performance Flightpark Ultralightport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Luke Air Force Base data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.