Laughlin Air Force Base — Del Rio, United States
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Laughlin Air Force Base (Del Rio) is DLF — its ICAO code is KDLF.
Distance & flight time from DLF
Laughlin Air Force Base
DLF designates Laughlin Air Force Base, located near Del Rio, Texas, along the Rio Grande close to the Mexican border. Rather than a commercial airport, Laughlin is a United States Air Force installation renowned as one of the primary undergraduate pilot training bases in the country, home to squadrons that train new Air Force aviators. The base has operated for decades as a cornerstone of Air Force flight instruction, using the surrounding airspace for training missions in a sparsely populated border region. DLF's designation reflects its aviation significance despite lacking scheduled civilian passenger service, and it remains central to the local economy of Del Rio, supporting military families and related infrastructure.
Runways at Laughlin Air Force Base (DLF)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 13C/31C | 8852 ft (2698 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | PEM |
| 13L/31R | 8316 ft (2535 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | PEM |
| 13R/31L | 6571 ft (2003 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Laughlin Air Force Base (DLF)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | DEL RIO APP | 119.6 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 114.4 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 120.5 MHz |
| DEP | DEL RIO DEP | 119.6 MHz |
| GND | GND | 138.75 MHz |
| PMSV | PMSV METRO | 35.46 MHz |
| PTD | PTD | 37.22 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 125.2 MHz |
Airports near Laughlin Air Force Base (DLF)
- Del Rio International Airport (DRT) — 14.5 km (9.0 mi)
- Ciudad Acuña International Airport (ACN) — 31.4 km (19.5 mi)
- Piedras Negras International Airport (PDS) — 84.7 km (52.6 mi)
- Kimble County Airport (JCT) — 161.1 km (100.1 mi)
- Lackland Air Force Base (SKF) — 212.9 km (132.3 mi)
- Stinson Municipal Airport (SSF) — 223.6 km (138.9 mi)
- San Angelo Regional Mathis Field (SJT) — 223.8 km (139.1 mi)
- San Antonio International Airport (SAT) — 224.3 km (139.4 mi)
DLF is Laughlin Air Force Base near Del Rio, Texas, a pilot training installation, not a public commercial airport; searches often come from military family or Air Force related queries.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Laughlin Air Force Base?
The IATA code for Laughlin Air Force Base is DLF.
What is the ICAO code for Laughlin Air Force Base?
The ICAO code for Laughlin Air Force Base is KDLF. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.