KLUA

VFR

LURAY CAVERNS

LURAY · VIRGINIA

Elev
902.4'
Longest RWY
3,126'04/22
Tower
None
Status
Uncontrolled
Now--Z· METAR21:15Z
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Runways rendered from FAA survey · not for navExpand →
Before you fly into KLUA
Conditions
VFR
Good for visual flying
Airport
Non-towered
Self-announce on CTAF
Pattern alt
1,902.4'
MSL · field 902.4' + 1,000 AGL
Favored RWY
Calm
No wind component

METAR & TAF KLUA

Current METAR

Observed 21:15Z

KLUA 272115Z AUTO 00000KT 10SM CLR 23/02 A3016 RMK AO2
Wind
000° @ 0 kt
Visibility
10 SM
Temp / Dew
23°C / 2°C
Altimeter
30.16 inHg
Clouds
CLR
Density alt
1,781 ft
Ceiling
Unlimited
Rules
VFR

Airport info & contacts

Manager on record, flight service, ARTCC, attendance schedule and pattern altitude — published by the FAA and refreshed every 28 days.

Location

From city
2 NM W
VFR sectional
WASHINGTON
ARTCC
ZDC · WASHINGTON
NOTAM facility
DCA (NOTAM-D)

Airport manager

Name
JAMES CULPEPPER
Address
1086 AIRPORT ROAD, LURAY VA 22835

Flight service · Hours

FSS DCA
LEESBURG1-800-WX-BRIEF
Attendance
  • 0800-1800

Frequencies

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Advisory / CTAF

Runways & pattern

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Runway & wind

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Calm
RWY 04
026°M
Head/Tail
+0 kt
Crosswind
0 kt L

Pattern entry · RWY 04

LEFT TRAFFIC
CrosswindCrosswindDownwindDownwindBaseBaseFinalFinal45° entry45° entryRWY 04 · 026° · LEFT TRAFFICPattern 1,902 ft MSL
RunwayHeading (°M)LengthSurfaceTraffic
04/2226° / 206°3,126 ftASPH22 R

Runway end performance

EndTORATODAASDALDAVGSIApproach lightsObstruction
04PAPI 2-box left(3°)28', tree, 940' from thr, 290' R of cntrln, slope 26
22PAPI 2-box left(3°)9', road, 200' from thr, 185' R of cntrln, slope 0

Declared distances in feet. TORA = takeoff run available, TODA = takeoff distance, ASDA = accelerate-stop, LDA = landing distance.

Airport sketch

Runways drawn to scale from FAA survey coordinates, rendered over live satellite imagery. Not for navigation.

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Approaches & charts

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KLUA · IAP
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Services on the field

Fuel grades, oxygen, maintenance, ramp storage and lighting — as declared to the FAA by the airport operator.

Fuel & services

Fuel
100LLA+
Airframe repair
Major
Power plant repair
Major

Ramp & ground

Transient storage
  • Tie-down
  • Hangar
Landing fee
No fee published
Lighting schedule
SEE RMK
Beacon schedule
SS-SR
Beacon
White / Green (civil land)(WG)
Wind indicator
Lighted
Segmented circle
Yes

Fuel & FBOs

Cheapest 100LL and Jet A on the field and nearby. Always confirm with the FBO before taxi.

Airport notes

Surface conditions, obstructions, local procedures, lighting outages and other notes published with each FAA cycle.

General notes

  • Deer and birds are on and in the vicinity of the airport.Show FAA
  • For clearance delivery contact Washington ARTCC at 703-771-3587.Show FAA

Lighting notes

  • Runway end identifier lights are activated on runway 04/22; medium intensity runway lights are on runway 04/22 and controlled by CTAF.Show FAA

Approach & departure obstructions

  • 22A 10-foot road is located 80 feet from the end of runway 22 and 230 feet to the left on approach.Show FAA
  • 22Runway 22 markings are covered with algae.Show FAA
  • 04Runway 4 markings are covered with algae.Show FAA

Other notes

  • Right traffic for landing to the southwest.Show FAA

VFR map & nearby airports

VFR sectional. Tap any ICAO chip to open that airport.

Key facts · KLUA

Answer card
ICAO
KLUA
Name
LURAY CAVERNS
Location
LURAY, VIRGINIA
Elevation
902.4 ft MSL
Traffic pattern altitude
1,902.4 ft MSL (1,000 AGL)
Control tower
Non-towered (use CTAF)
Total runways
1
Longest runway
04/22 · 3,126 ft
Published ILS approaches
0
Published frequencies
2
Magnetic variation
Current flight rules
VFR
Current wind
000° at 0 kt
Favored runway now

Luray Caverns Airport is in Luray, Virginia. Field elevation is 902.4 ft MSL. The airport has one runway. Runway 04/22 is 3,126 ft long and asphalt. There is no control tower. CTAF and UNICOM are both 122.8. No ILS approaches are published.

Pattern altitude is not published. Use 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise. The on-field FBO is Luray Caverns Airport. It carries 100LL and Jet A. Call (540) 743-6070 before arrival if you need current ramp or fuel details.

A few published remarks matter here. Deer and birds are reported on and near the field. Runway 04 and runway 22 markings are covered with algae. Right traffic is used for landings to the southwest. Runway 22 also has a road close beyond the departure end on the left side of the approach path. Runway end identifier lights are on runway 04/22. Medium intensity runway lights are also on runway 04/22 and are controlled by CTAF. This is a good field to brief carefully before arrival. Check the current Chart Supplement for any other local procedures or restrictions before you go.

Frequently asked questions

What is the runway length at KLUA?
KLUA has one runway. Runway 04/22 is 3,126 ft long and asphalt.
Is there a tower at Luray Caverns Airport?
No. KLUA is non-towered. Use CTAF 122.8 for traffic calls and lighting control.
What is the pattern altitude at KLUA?
Pattern altitude is not published. Use 1,000 ft AGL for light piston traffic unless the current Chart Supplement says otherwise.
Does KLUA have an ILS approach?
No ILS approaches are published for KLUA. Check the current Chart Supplement for the latest approach list before you fly.
Which FBO is on the field at KLUA?
Luray Caverns Airport is the on-field FBO. It carries 100LL and Jet A. Call (540) 743-6070 for current service details.
What should I know about runway 22 at KLUA?
Published remarks say runway 22 markings are covered with algae. There is also a 10-foot road 80 ft beyond the end of runway 22. It sits 230 ft left of the approach path.
Are there any lighting notes for night operations at KLUA?
Yes. Runway end identifier lights are available on runway 04/22. Medium intensity runway lights are also on runway 04/22 and are controlled by CTAF 122.8.
Are there wildlife or traffic pattern concerns at KLUA?
Yes. Deer and birds are reported on and near the airport. Published remarks also say right traffic is used for landings to the southwest.

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