Lucas Field serves Nicholasville, US.
Lucas Field (79KY) in Nicholasville, US, is a privately owned and operated airport, not a commercial facility handling general passenger travel. As such, there are no conventional "traveler reviews" or experiences available concerning typical commercial airport aspects like terminal facilities, security wait times, or customs and immigration processes. Information regarding Lucas Field is primarily aimed at pilots and pertains to operational details rather than passenger services.
What Pilots and Operators Know:
- Airport Type: Lucas Field (79KY) is a private airfield owned by R. J. Corman.
- Runway: It features a single concrete runway (09/27) measuring 5,488 x 100 feet. The runway is equipped with High-Intensity Runway Lights (HIRL), Runway End Identifier Lights (REIL), and a PAPI (Precision Approach Path Indicator), which can be activated by pilots.
- Attendance: The airport is unattended.
- Fuel and Services: There are no fuel services, airframe repair, or power plant repair services available at the airport.
- Control Tower: There is no control tower at Lucas Field.
- Approach/Departure: Pilots can contact Lexington Approach for clearance delivery.
Common Complaints (for pilots/operators):
- Lack of Services: The absence of fuel and repair services means pilots must plan accordingly.
- Unattended Status: Being unattended implies a lack of on-site staff for assistance or immediate support.
- No Commercial Facilities: There are no amenities or facilities for commercial travelers as it is a private airport.
In summary, Lucas Field (79KY) functions as a private aviation facility, offering a well-maintained runway with lighting systems for pilot use. However, it does not cater to public travelers and, therefore, lacks any of the services or reviews associated with commercial airports.
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Where is Lucas Field located?
Lucas Field is located in Nicholasville, US, at an elevation of 906 ft. Its IATA code is — and ICAO code is 79KY.