Preston Field - Blair Howe
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About Preston Field - Blair Howe
Preston Field - Blair Howe is a small airport in Australia. It sits at an elevation of 20 ft (6 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 3,018 ft / 920 m. It observes Australia/Perth local time. The nearest airport is Unknown Farm Strip (AU-0109), about 4.4 nm to the s.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 3,018 ft / 920 m | — | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 2,953 ft / 900 m | — | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (1)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | — | 126.700 MHz |
Airspace in this area(13)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| PERTH CTA A | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL180 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE B | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY B | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY B | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL180 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE E | Class E | Controlled | GND | 8500 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY A | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| PERTH CTA E | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| R162 PEARCE | Special use | Restricted | 6000 ft MSL | FL999 |
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 Preston Field - Blair Howe.
Frequently asked questions
Where is Preston Field - Blair Howe located?
Preston Field - Blair Howe is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 20 ft (6 m).
How many runways does Preston Field - Blair Howe have?
Preston Field - Blair Howe has 2 runways, the longest being 3,018 ft / 920 m.
What time zone is Preston Field - Blair Howe in?
Preston Field - Blair Howe is in the Australia/Perth time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Preston Field - Blair Howe?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Preston Field - Blair Howe is approximately 2° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Preston Field - Blair Howe?
The nearest airport to Preston Field - Blair Howe is Unknown Farm Strip (AU-0109), about 4.4 nm to the s, followed by Between Lakes Private Airstrip and Lake Clifton Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Preston Field - Blair Howe data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.