Phoenix Sky Harbor

🇺🇸 Phoenix · KPHX

American's hub in the Sonoran Desert where summer temperatures regularly exceed 115°F. Pilots calculate density altitude carefully as takeoff performance degrades significantly. The three parallel runways operate efficiently, but thermal turbulence and dust devils affect afternoon operations. Known for its straightforward layout despite challenging heat.

115°F summersDensity altitude criticalDesert ops

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Airport layout

Runways

Runway	Length	Width	Heading
07L/25R	10,270 ft	45 ft	90°
07R/25L	7,783 ft	45 ft	90°
08/26	11,871 ft	45 ft	90°

Location

• Coordinates: 33.4373°N, 112.0078°W

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