Althorpe Lighthouse
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 16m 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 Althorpe Lighthouse
Althorpe Lighthouse is a heliport in Althorpe Islands, Australia. It sits at an elevation of 314 ft (96 m) and has 1 runway. It observes Australia/Adelaide local time. The nearest airport is Wedge Island Airstrip (YWGI), about 23.6 nm to the nw.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H | — | — | Con | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(12)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ADELAIDE CTA A | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| ADELAIDE CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| R279 EDINBURGH | Special use | Restricted | GND | FL250 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Althorpe Lighthouse.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Althorpe Lighthouse located?
Althorpe Lighthouse is heliport located in Althorpe Islands, Australia, at an elevation of 314 ft (96 m).
How many runways does Althorpe Lighthouse have?
Althorpe Lighthouse has 1 runway.
What time zone is Althorpe Lighthouse in?
Althorpe Lighthouse is in the Australia/Adelaide time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Althorpe Lighthouse?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Althorpe Lighthouse is approximately 7.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Althorpe Lighthouse?
The nearest airport to Althorpe Lighthouse is Wedge Island Airstrip (YWGI), about 23.6 nm to the nw, followed by Cape Borda Airport and Parndana Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Althorpe Lighthouse data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.