What is the tower frequency at LFMI?

The tower frequency at Istres Le Tubé Air Base is 122.1 MHz.

What fuel is available at LFMI?

Istres Le Tubé Air Base offers AVGAS 100LL.

Does LFMI require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Istres Le Tubé Air Base (France).

Where is LFMI located?

Istres Le Tubé Air Base (LFMI) is located in Istres/Le Tubé, France.

How long is the runway at LFMI?

The main runway at Istres Le Tubé Air Base (15/33) measures 3750x60m.

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Istres Le Tubé Air Base (LFMI) — Istres/Le Tubé, France

Istres Le Tubé Air Base (LFMI) serves Istres/Le Tubé, France. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (15/33). Field elevation is 82 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Basic Info 7/7

Runways 4/4

Frequencies 3/4

Operations 0/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 0/2

Additional Info 3/10

Observed Activity · Jul 23

9 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 1 on the ground · busiest hour 13:00Z

2026-07-182026-07-23

Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals

Data last updated: 2026-03-25

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: LFMI
Name: Istres Le Tubé Air Base
Type: medium_airport
Category: Military
Latitude: 43.522701
Longitude: 4.92384
Elevation: 82 ft
Country: France
Municipality: Istres/Le Tubé
IATA Code: N/A
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: N/A
Timezone: Europe/Paris
Distance from City: 3.3 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 15/33

Designation: 15/33
Dimensions: 3750x60m
Surface: ASP
PCN: 74F/B/W/T
Lighting: Lighted
NAVAIDs: N/A
Approach Types: N/A
Remarks: TORA: 3750m, TODA: 4958m, ASDA: 4958m, LDA: 3750m

Frequencies

Tower: 122.100 MHz
Ground: 121.850 MHz
Operations: 25.725 MHz
Traffic/Approach: 28.252, 120.350 MHz
ATIS: N/A

Operation Hours

Monday 07:15 – 16:00

Tuesday 07:00 – 16:00

Wednesday 07:00 – 16:00

Thursday 07:00 – 16:00

Friday 07:00 – 14:00

Saturday Closed

Sunday Closed

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: N/A

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: N/A
Admin Tel: N/A
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: No
PPR Required: No
PPR Contact: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: AVGAS 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: N/A
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: No
GENDEC Required: No
GAR Required: No
Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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France Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d

Overflight Permit: No
Landing Permit: Conditional
Overflight Lead Time: N/A
Landing Lead Time: 2 business days (non-EU charter, standard). 10 business days for EU-registered charter with 5th/7th freedom rights. First-time operators should allow extra time.

Private / GA Operations:

Private flights generally exempt. PPR at busy airports (CDG, ORY).

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Active NOTAMs

R2141/26 critical

Overflying restricted

OVERFLYING PROHIBITED WITHIN 841M RADIUS CIRCLE CENTRED ON PSN 433123N 0045618E.

2026-07-13 06:00:00 2026-11-27 23:59:00

P2215/26 caution

Obstacle erected

CRANE OPR NEARBY 'ISTRES LE TUBE' AD - RDL078/1NM LFMI ARP : -PSN : 433130N 0045638E -HEIGHT : 200FT -ELEV : 283FT -LIGHTING : DAY AND NIGHT.

2026-06-14 00:00:00 2026-09-14 23:59:00

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the tower frequency at LFMI?: The tower frequency at Istres Le Tubé Air Base is 122.1 MHz.
What fuel is available at LFMI?: Istres Le Tubé Air Base offers AVGAS 100LL.
Does LFMI require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Istres Le Tubé Air Base (France).
Where is LFMI located?: Istres Le Tubé Air Base (LFMI) is located in Istres/Le Tubé, France.
How long is the runway at LFMI?: The main runway at Istres Le Tubé Air Base (15/33) measures 3750x60m.

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