Purdue University Airport — West Lafayette, United States
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Distance & flight time from LAF
Purdue University Airport
Purdue University Airport serves West Lafayette, Indiana, and is owned by Purdue University, one of the oldest university-owned airports in the United States with a long history in aviation education. At an elevation of about 606 feet, it has two asphalt runways, the longer near 6,600 feet, supporting the university's aviation programs alongside general and business aviation. West Lafayette sits in the farmland of west-central Indiana, and the airport reflects Purdue's deep ties to flight training and aerospace research. Rather than a major airline hub, it functions as a teaching and general-aviation field. The LAF code identifies this distinctive university airport in the American Midwest.
Runways at Purdue University Airport (LAF)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 05/23 | 4225 ft (1288 m) | 100 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 10/28 | 6600 ft (2012 m) | 150 ft (46 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Purdue University Airport (LAF)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| A/D | GRISSOM A/D | 123.85 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 127.75 MHz |
| CNTR | CHICAGO CNTR | 123.85 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.6 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.9 MHz |
| RDO | TERRE HAUTE RDO | 122.2 MHz |
| TWR | LAFAYETTE TWR | 119.6 MHz |
| UNIC | UNICOM | 122.95 MHz |
Airports near Purdue University Airport (LAF)
- Grissom Air Reserve Base (GUS) — 71.5 km (44.4 mi)
- Indianapolis International Airport (IND) — 94.8 km (58.9 mi)
- Greater Kankakee Airport (IKK) — 105.8 km (65.7 mi)
- Terre Haute Regional Airport, Hulman Field (HUF) — 111.4 km (69.2 mi)
- Porter County Municipal Airport (VPZ) — 115.9 km (72.0 mi)
- University of Illinois Willard Airport (CMI) — 120.8 km (75.1 mi)
- Delaware County Johnson Field (MIE) — 132.2 km (82.1 mi)
- Gary/Chicago International Airport (GYY) — 139.7 km (86.8 mi)
The LAF code helps identify the Purdue University Airport at West Lafayette for general aviation and flight training in Indiana. It keeps this university-owned field distinct from Indianapolis and other regional airports on paperwork.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Purdue University Airport?
The IATA code for Purdue University Airport is LAF.
What is the ICAO code for Purdue University Airport?
The ICAO code for Purdue University Airport is KLAF. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.