1
Runway
6
Frequencies
2
Procedures
Quick Facts
ICAO
KPLU
FAA
PLU
Elevation
537.6 ft MSL
Runways
1
Frequencies
6
Tower
No
Fuel
100LL
Coordinates
47.104, -122.287
Airport Information
Facility Type
AIRPORT
Elevation
537.6 ft MSL
Control Tower
No
CTAF
122.7 MHz
Fuel Types
100LL
Traffic Pattern
Not published
ARTCC
SEATTLE
Coordinates
47.1039, -122.2872
Ownership
Public
Hours of Operation
Current Weather
Weather Camera
Situational awareness only — not for regulatory minimums
FAA aviation weather camera images are for situational awareness. They may NOT be used to comply with regulatory requirements — for example, to determine weather minimums for IFR flight. Images are generally updated about every 10 minutes and actual site conditions may differ from the displayed image. FAA Order JO 7110.10, §8-3-3
Pierce County
North · Camera 1 · 4 cameras total
4 camera angles available
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| ID | Ends | Length | Width | Surface | Lights | Weight Bearing | PCN |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 17 / 35 | 3,651 ft | 60 ft | ASPH | MED | - | - |
Frequencies
| Type | Frequency | Name | Call Sign | Use | Hours |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| APCH/P DEP/P | 126.5 | SEATTLE-TACOMA APPROACH CONTROL | - | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| APCH/P DEP/P | 377.15 | SEATTLE-TACOMA APPROACH CONTROL | - | APCH/P DEP/P | - |
| CD/P | 121.85 | SEATTLE-TACOMA APPROACH CONTROL | - | CD/P | - |
| CTAF | XXX.XXX | PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLDACTVT REIL RWYS 17 & 35; PAPI RWYS 17 & 35 AND MIRL RWY 17/35 -CTAF. | - | CTAF | - |
| PLU AWOS-3 | XXX.XXX | - | - | PLU AWOS-3 | - |
| UNICOM | XXX.XXX | PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD | - | UNICOM | - |
Airport Remarks
- ESTABD PRIOR TO 15 MAY 1959.
- ULTRALIGHTS PROHIBITED.
- NOISE SENSITIVE ALL QUADRANTS.
- FOR CD CTC SEATTLE APCH AT 206-214-4723.
- ACTVT REIL RWYS 17 & 35; PAPI RWYS 17 & 35 AND MIRL RWY 17/35 -CTAF.
- PILOTS BRING OWN TIE-DOWNS.
- FUEL AVBL 24 HOURS WITH CREDIT CARD.
IFR Procedures
1 Runway, 1 Approaches
Nearby airports & facilities
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LONE STAR PAD 1
GRAHAM — 3 nm
8WA1
Lone Star Pad 1 Heliport
Graham — 3 nm
23WA
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PUYALLUP — 3 nm
23WA
Bcag - Frederickson Heliport
Puyallup — 3 nm
3B8
Shady Acres Airport
Spanaway — 4 nm
3B8
SHADY ACRES
SPANAWAY — 4 nm
7WA8
MULTI CARE HEALTH SYSTEM GOOD SAMARITAN HOSPITAL
PUYALLUP — 4 nm
7WA8
Good Samaritan Hospital Heliport
Puyallup — 5 nm
86WA
KAPOWSIN FLD
KAPOWSIN — 6 nm
86WA
Kapowsin Field
Graham — 6 nm
KTCM
MCCHORD FLD (JOINT BASE LEWIS-MCCHORD)
TACOMA — 8 nm
KZ10
Fort Lewis Road / Pacemaker Landing Zone Airport
Spanaway — 8 nm
Nearest airports
- 8WA1 — LONE STAR PAD 1
GRAHAM
- 8WA1 — Lone Star Pad 1 Heliport
Graham
- 23WA — BCAG - FREDERICKSON
PUYALLUP
- 23WA — Bcag - Frederickson Heliport
Puyallup
- 3B8 — Shady Acres Airport
Spanaway
Washington airports
KPLU Operational Overview
Location & Facility
PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD (KPLU) is a publicly owned airport open to the public located in PUYALLUP, Washington, United States. The field sits at an elevation of 537.6 feet above mean sea level (MSL) at coordinates 47.1039°N, 122.2872°W.
Runways
PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD has 1 runway. The longest runway (17/35) measures 3,651 feet by 60 feet with a asph surface.
Communications & Operations
PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD is a non-towered (pilot-controlled) field. A total of 6 communication frequencies are published for this facility.
Services & Fuel
PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD offers 100LL fuel. Pilots planning fuel stops should confirm availability with the FBO, as hours and pricing may vary.
Instrument Procedures
PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD has 2 published instrument flight procedures, including 1 approach. These procedures are updated on the 28-day AIRAC cycle. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view full procedure charts with waypoint maps and altitude profiles.
Weather Cameras
1 FAA Weather Camera is available near PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD, providing real-time visual weather conditions updated every 10 minutes. AeroCopilot integrates these cameras with AI-powered weather analysis to help pilots assess visibility and ceiling conditions before departure.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is KPLU?
KPLU is the ICAO identifier for PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD, a public-use airport, located in PUYALLUP, Washington, United States.
How many runways does PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD have?
PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD (KPLU) has 1 runway. See the runway table above for dimensions and surface types.
What is the elevation of KPLU?
The field elevation of PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD is 537.6 feet above mean sea level (MSL), surveyed.
Is fuel available at KPLU?
Yes, PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD offers 100LL fuel.
What is the longest runway at KPLU?
The longest runway at PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD is 3,651 feet long.
How do I access complete data for KPLU?
Sign up for a free AeroCopilot account to access all frequencies, full NOTAM text with AI interpretation, decoded forecasts, and IFR procedure charts for PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD.
Where is PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD located?
PIERCE COUNTY/THUN FLD (KPLU) is located in PUYALLUP, Washington, United States, at an elevation of 537.6 ft MSL.
Does KPLU have weather cameras?
Yes, KPLU has 4 weather camera(s) provided by the FAA Weather Camera Program. Images update every 10 minutes. Sign up for AeroCopilot to view all camera angles and nearby airport cameras.