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
Instrument Approach Procedures (IAP) 3
Standard Terminal Arrivals (STAR) 1
Additional Charts 4
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
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 frequenciesUsage Instructions:
Aeronautical Information Publication (AIP)
✓ Free Access
Access Information:
Freely accessible online
Access details: Free online
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.