Istres-Le Tubé Air Base

LFMI

Istres, Bouches-du-Rhône, FR

LFMI Istres-Le Tubé Air Base — Charts, Approach Plates & Operations

10 official charts for Istres-Le Tubé Air Base (LFMI) — airport diagrams, instrument approach procedures, SIDs, STARs, and operational information for pilots.

LFMI Airport Charts & Approach Plates

Official charts for Istres-Le Tubé Air Base published by the national aviation authority. Updated every 28 days per AIRAC cycle. All links open the official PDF source in a new tab.

Airport Diagrams 1

Ground Movement Charts 1

Standard Terminal Arrivals (STAR) 1

All charts sourced from official AIP publication. Last updated: April 8, 2026. Always verify with the official AIP before flight.

Airport Operations

LFMI is a military air base operated by the French Ministry of Defence with limited civilian access requiring PPR. The airport operates variable hours Monday-Friday with extended hours and weekend operations depending on alert status. Services are primarily oriented toward military operations.

Fuel & Services

Fuel Available
Yes
Fuel Types
JET-A1 AVGAS 100LL
Fuel Hours
H24 - PN 1h (outside HO)
Operating Hours
MON: 0715-1600, TUE-THU: 0700-1600, FRI: 0700-1400, Extended HR and SAT-SUN-HOL: O/R depending on AD alert status
Customs
Available (Customs: on request, Police: H24)

F34: 8000 m3, F35: 13000 m3 (fuel trucks), F18: 2 m3 (fuel truck O/R to BOB/base ops)

Parking & Handling

PPR Required

Special Procedures

PPR LFMIZPZX or 04.42.56.13.49 - 04.42.41.81.25 - Extension 24 455 - 811.125.8195

PPL / GA Operations

This is a military air base with civilian access requiring Prior Permission Required (PPR). Services including accommodation and dining are for military personnel only. Service announcements made on 127.925 MHz by RAI or managing authority.

Source: AIP data extracted Apr 8, 2026. Always verify with official AIP before flight. View source

Radio Frequencies

6 frequencies
Tower
122.100
MHz
ISTRES TWR
Ground
121.850
MHz
ISTRES GND
Approach
28.252
MHz
ISTRES APP
Approach
120.350
MHz
ISTRES APP
OPS
25.725
MHz
RIVERIA OPS
ACC
119.475
MHz
RHONE ACC
Emergency Frequency
121.500
International Emergency

Usage Instructions:

Tower: Airport traffic control
Ground: Surface movement control
Approach: Terminal area control
ATIS: Automated weather & airport info
• Click any frequency to copy to clipboard
• Always verify frequencies with current charts before flight
• Frequencies may change - check NOTAMs for updates
Data Source: Frequencies are sourced from OurAirports.com, updated daily. Always verify current frequencies using official airport charts, AIP publications, or contact the airport directly. Frequencies may change due to operational requirements or regulatory updates.

Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)

Free Access
AIP - France

Official AIP for France via SIA/DGAC (Free)

Managed by: SIA/DGAC

Access Information: Freely accessible online
Access details: Free online

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many charts are available for LFMI Istres-Le Tubé Air Base?

We list 10 official charts for LFMI, including airport diagrams, instrument approach procedures (IAP), SIDs, STARs, and visual approaches sourced directly from the official AIP.

Where can I find instrument approach plates for LFMI?

All instrument approach procedures (IAP) for LFMI Istres-Le Tubé Air Base are available on this page, linking directly to the official PDF charts published by the aviation authority. These include ILS, RNAV/GPS, VOR and LOC approaches for all runways.

Are the charts for LFMI free?

Yes, all chart links on this page point to official free sources including FAA d-TPP, EUROCONTROL eAIPs, and national aviation authority publications. No subscription required.

How often are charts updated?

Official charts follow the AIRAC cycle and are updated every 28 days. The links on this page always point to the current effective cycle from the official source.