Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)

LFXA

Ambérieu, FR

LFXA Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278) — Charts, Approach Plates & Operations

Airport charts, approach plates, and operational data for Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278) (LFXA) directly from the official Aeronautical Information Publication.

Operations Frequencies Official AIP FAQ

Airport Operations

LFXA is a military airport at 812 feet MSL with two runways: 01L/19R (6539x98 ft, hard surface) and 01R/19L (2625x328 ft). Contact Amberieu Approach on 120.22 and Tower on 122.10.

Fuel & Services

Parking & Handling

PPL / GA Operations

Military airport - operations may be restricted. Runway 01L has 663-foot displaced threshold, Runway 01R has 427-foot displaced threshold.

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

Radio Frequencies

2 frequencies
Tower
122.100
MHz
TWR
Approach
120.225
MHz
LYON APP
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
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• 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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many charts are available for LFXA Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278)?

Official charts for LFXA are published in the national Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP). Chart data for this airport is being added to our database.

Where can I find instrument approach plates for LFXA?

All instrument approach procedures (IAP) for LFXA Ambérieu Air Base (BA 278) 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 LFXA 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.