Freebird Field
Daylight today(Sep 5, 2026, local time)
About 12h 39m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About Freebird Field
Freebird Field is a small airport in Lafayette, United States. It sits at an elevation of 20 ft (6 m) and has 3 runways, the longest 1,000 ft / 305 m. It observes America/Chicago local time. The nearest airport is Gladney Airport (7LA4), about 4.4 nm to the w.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (3)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 1,000 ft / 305 m | 60 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
| 11 / 29 | 800 ft / 244 m | 60 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
| 17 / 35 | 400 ft / 122 m | 60 ft | Turf | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(3)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| LAFAYETTE CLASS C | Class C | Controlled | 1300 ft MSL | 4000 ft MSL |
| A381 SR-SS DAILY | Special use | Danger | GND | 2000 ft MSL |
| A381 SR-SS DAILY | Special use | Danger | 1300 ft MSL | 2000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all United States airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Freebird Field.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Freebird Field located?
Freebird Field is small airport located in Lafayette, United States, at an elevation of 20 ft (6 m).
How many runways does Freebird Field have?
Freebird Field has 3 runways, the longest being 1,000 ft / 305 m.
What time zone is Freebird Field in?
Freebird Field is in the America/Chicago time zone (UTC-05:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Freebird Field?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Freebird Field is approximately 0.3° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Freebird Field?
The nearest airport to Freebird Field is Gladney Airport (7LA4), about 4.4 nm to the w, followed by Glenn's Strip Ultralightport and Industrial Helicopters Inc. Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Freebird Field data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.