Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (LBB)

Lubbock Preston Smith at a Glance

Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (KLBB) is a towered, commercial-service airport owned by the City of Lubbock, about 4 miles north of downtown. Its primary runway, 17R/35L, runs 11,500 feet of grooved concrete, with a 8,003-foot crosswind runway (8/26) and a short GA-only strip (17L/35R). One full-service FBO, Million Air Lubbock (formerly Lubbock Aero), handles Jet-A, hangars, and ground services 24/7. KLBB is a U.S. Customs landing-rights airport and saw roughly 93,000 annual operations.

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Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport, 5401 N Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Lubbock, TX 79403

Airport Specifications

Airport Identity
Airport Name	Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport
ICAO Code	KLBB
IATA Code	LBB
FAA Identifier	LBB
Address	5401 N Martin Luther King Jr Blvd, Lubbock, TX 79403
Elevation	3,282 ft MSL
Coordinates	33.6636° N, 101.8227° W
Owner / Operator	City of Lubbock
Phone	+1-806-775-2044
FAA Data	AirNav LBB

Operations & Facilities
Runways	17R/35L: 11,500 ft (Concrete) 17L/35R: 8,001 ft (Asphalt) 8/26: 6,001 ft (Asphalt)
FBOs	Lubbock Aero
Customs	No
Fuel	Jet-A, 100LL
Hours	24/7
Approaches	ILS, RNAV, VOR, Visual
Tower / Freq	118.75
Weight Limit	None on main runways; 17L/35R limited to 12,500 lbs
Annual Operations	50,000+

Runways & Approaches

Lubbock Preston Smith's primary runway, 17R/35L, measures 11,500 feet of grooved concrete, 150 feet wide. That length comfortably supports the full range of business jets, from light jets through heavy, ultra-long-range types such as the Gulfstream G650 and Bombardier Global 7500, even accounting for the field's 3,282-foot elevation and hot West Texas summer density altitudes. The parallel crosswind runway 8/26 adds 8,003 feet of grooved concrete, giving operators a strong second option for wind or maintenance.

A third runway, 17L/35R, is a short 2,891-foot asphalt strip restricted to general aviation aircraft of 12,500 pounds or less and is not used by jets. KLBB is fully towered with ILS, RNAV (GPS), and VOR approaches, supporting reliable IFR access in the marginal weather, dust, and convective conditions common to the South Plains.

FBOs & Ground Services

Full-service fixed-base operators handle private traffic here, offering Jet-A, hangarage, customs coordination, and concierge ground transportation. Arrange handling in advance for peak-season and after-hours arrivals.

Million Air Lubbock

The sole full-service FBO at KLBB, formerly Lubbock Aero (a fixture since 1990) and rebranded after Freeman Holdings Group's February 2025 acquisition. Offers Jet-A and avgas, roughly 250,000 sq ft of hangar space, ground handling, crew and rental cars, catering, maintenance, avionics, and a pilot lounge. Operates 24/7.

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Aircraft Registered in LUBBOCK (273)

273 aircraft are registered to owners in LUBBOCK, TX according to the FAA Aircraft Registry. Showing 20 of 273. Track live flights from LBB →

N101CA

CESSNA 425

N103DX

MOONEY AIRPLANE CO INC M20TN · 2008

N1092D

CESSNA 195A · 1951

N1100L

PIPER PA-30

N113US

CESSNA 560 · 2006

N115SC

AERONCA 11BC · 1946

N119GG

PIPER PA-28RT-201T · 1978

N11XH

SZYBOWCOWY ZAKLAD DOSWIADCZALN 41A JANTAR STANDARD · 1977

N126PF

PIPER PA-30

N1333S

BELLANCA 17-30A · 1973

N138WJ

RICHARD WILLIAM S EUROPA XS TRIGEAR

N139AC

AMERICAN CHAMPION AIRCRAFT 8KCAB · 1992

N1404N

PIPER J3C-65 · 1947

N141EL

LANSING EDWARD J BOWERS 1B

N141J

STOCKS JUDY K RV-6A · 1999

N1426M

CESSNA 182P

N1430G

BEECH 35-B33 · 1962

N1455P

PIPER PA-23 · 1956

N14FM

BEECH S35

N1508A

PIPER PA-20

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Fuel Prices & Landing Fees

FBO	Jet-A Price	Notes
Lubbock Aero	$4.80 – $6.00/gal	West Texas cotton and oil

Aircraft Category	Estimated Fee
Light Jet (up to 12,500 lbs)	$25 – $60
Midsize Jet (12,500–25,000 lbs)	$60 – $125
Super-Mid Jet (25,000–45,000 lbs)	$125 – $200
Heavy Jet (45,000+ lbs)	$200 – $350

Private Aviation Briefing — History, Operations & Planning

Airport Overview

Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (KLBB) is the principal commercial and general aviation airport for the South Plains of West Texas, owned and operated by the City of Lubbock about 4 miles north of downtown. Named for former Texas Governor Preston Smith, it combines scheduled airline service with a robust business-aviation operation and handled roughly 93,000 aircraft operations in a recent reporting year.

Runway Capability

The airport's primary runway, 17R/35L, offers 11,500 feet of grooved concrete, enough for any business jet in service. The crosswind runway 8/26 adds 8,003 feet of grooved concrete. A short 2,891-foot strip, 17L/35R, is reserved for light general aviation under 12,500 pounds. At 3,282 feet elevation with hot summers, density altitude is a planning factor, but the long primary runway preserves generous performance margins even for heavy, long-range departures.

FBO and Ground Services

KLBB is served by a single full-service FBO, Million Air Lubbock. The facility traces its roots to Lubbock Aero, a staple at the field since 1990, which was acquired by Freeman Holdings Group and rebranded under the Million Air banner in early 2025. It offers Jet-A and avgas, extensive hangar capacity, ground handling, crew cars, catering, maintenance, and avionics, operating around the clock.

Customs and International Access

Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection landing-rights airport, so international general-aviation flights can clear customs at KLBB with advance arrangement and CBP approval. Operators should coordinate arrival and CBP notification ahead of time; The Jet Finder can confirm current customs procedures and handling support for cross-border trips.

Charter Considerations

Lubbock is a regional hub for agriculture, energy, healthcare, and Texas Tech University, driving steady corporate and event-related private demand, including spikes around Texas Tech football weekends and graduation. With 11,500 feet of runway and 24/7 FBO service, KLBB accommodates everything from light jets on regional hops to heavy jets on transcontinental and international legs. Booking 7 to 14 days ahead of peak periods improves aircraft selection and pricing.

Safety and Planning

KLBB is fully towered and equipped with ILS, RNAV (GPS), and VOR approaches, supporting low-visibility operations. West Texas weather is the main operational variable: blowing dust, high winds, and fast-building summer thunderstorms (typically mid-to-late afternoon) can affect schedules. Morning departures generally see the calmest, clearest conditions, and the field's multiple runway headings keep crosswind limits from restricting operations.

Regional Context

As the busiest airport on the Texas South Plains, KLBB serves a wide catchment across West Texas and eastern New Mexico. For travelers needing alternates or repositioning, nearby fields include Lubbock Executive Airpark (F82) just southwest, while Midland International (KMAF) about 100 miles south offers an additional jet-capable option with customs. KLBB's combination of long runways, customs, and a 24/7 FBO makes it the practical choice for private aviation in the region.

Nearby Airports

Airports within 150 nautical miles of Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport. Useful for alternate planning, repositioning, or comparing FBO options.

Town & Country Airpark

KF82 · 6 NM from KLBB

Reese Airpark

8XS8 · 12 NM from KLBB

Slaton Municipal Airport

KF49 · 13 NM from KLBB

Levelland Municipal Airport

KLLN · 28 NM from KLBB

Frequently Asked Questions

Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport is designated KLBB in the FAA system. Pilots and dispatchers use this code for flight planning, weather briefings, and NOTAMs associated with the airport.

Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport serves the Lubbock area in TX. GPS coordinates: 33.6636° N, 101.8227° W. The airport sits at 3,282 feet above sea level.

Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport has three runways. The primary, 17R/35L, measures 11,500 feet of grooved concrete, with a 8,003-foot crosswind runway (8/26) and a short 2,891-foot general-aviation strip (17L/35R). The 11,500-foot primary runway supports the full range of business jets, including heavy, long-range types.

Yes. With an 11,500-foot primary runway (17R/35L) and a 8,003-foot crosswind runway, KLBB accommodates the entire business-jet fleet, from light jets through ultra-long-range aircraft such as the Gulfstream G650 and Global 7500. The field's 3,282-foot elevation and hot summers raise density altitude, but the long runway preserves strong performance margins.

Yes. KLBB is served by one full-service FBO, Million Air Lubbock (formerly Lubbock Aero, rebranded after a 2025 acquisition by Freeman Holdings Group). It provides Jet-A and avgas, hangar space, ground handling, crew cars, catering, maintenance, and avionics, operating 24/7.

Field elevation at KLBB: 3,282 feet above mean sea level. This figure appears in the Airport/Facility Directory and should be used for all performance computations at Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport.

Yes. KLBB is a towered airport with ILS, RNAV (GPS), and VOR approaches across its runways, including an ILS to Runway 26. These procedures support reliable IFR access in the dust, wind, and convective weather common to West Texas. Always check current charts and NOTAMs before flight.

Contact The Jet Finder for charter availability from Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport (KLBB). Provide your destination, travel dates, and passenger count. We source aircraft from FAA Part 135 operators matched to KLBB's runway and facilities.

KLBB handles everything from piston singles and turboprops to the largest business jets. The 11,500-foot primary runway accommodates heavy, ultra-long-range jets, while the short 2,891-foot strip (17L/35R) is reserved for general aviation aircraft of 12,500 pounds or less. The airport also serves scheduled airline, air taxi, and military traffic.

Yes. KLBB has an operating air traffic control tower. As a commercial-service airport handling airline, air taxi, military, and general aviation traffic (about 93,000 operations annually), it provides full ATC services. Tower and approach frequencies are published in the Chart Supplement and on AirNav.

Million Air Lubbock supplies both Jet-A and 100LL (avgas) at KLBB, available 24/7. Contact the FBO directly for current pricing and to arrange fuel, including any volume or contract-fuel programs.

Yes. KLBB is a U.S. Customs and Border Protection landing-rights airport, so international general-aviation flights can clear customs here with advance CBP arrangement and approval. Coordinate notification ahead of arrival; The Jet Finder can confirm current customs procedures and handling for cross-border trips.

Aviation weather for Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport is reported under identifier KLBB. Monitor METAR, TAF, and PIREP data through official sources. TX's climate affects ceiling, visibility, and wind conditions at the field.

KLBB sits about 4 miles north of downtown Lubbock, typically a 10-to-15-minute drive. Million Air Lubbock can arrange crew cars, rental cars, or other ground transportation for arriving passengers.

For aircraft parking at Lubbock Preston Smith International Airport, contact the FBO at KLBB. Most GA airports offer both transient and overnight tiedowns. Hangar space, if available, should be reserved in advance.

Request a charter quote from KLBB through The Jet Finder. Provide departure date, destination, passenger count, and luggage requirements. We source availability from multiple Part 135 operators for competitive pricing.

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