Somersby Airstrip
Daylight today(Oct 14, 2026, local time)
About 12h 50m 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 Somersby Airstrip
Somersby Airfield is an airfield located in Somersby, New South Wales, Australia. It is 12 kilometres (7.5 mi) by road from the nearby city of Gosford. It is the sole aerodrome in Somersby, and does not serve scheduled commercial traffic.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YSMBNOTAMs
YSMBReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 17 / 35 | — | — | — | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| SYDNEY CTA C12 | Class C | CTA | FL115 | FL125 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| SYDNEY CTA C11 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL115 |
| SYDNEY CTA C10 | Class C | CTA | 7500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| SYDNEY CTA C09 | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | 7500 ft MSL |
| SYDNEY CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| BRISBANE CENTRE A | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| SYDNEY CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| EAST COAST CTA E2 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
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 Somersby Airstrip.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Somersby Airstrip?
The ICAO code for Somersby Airstrip is YSMB, and its IATA code is GOS.
Where is Somersby Airstrip located?
Somersby Airstrip is small airport located in Gosford, Australia, at an elevation of 860 ft (262 m).
How many runways does Somersby Airstrip have?
Somersby Airstrip has 1 runway.
What time zone is Somersby Airstrip in?
Somersby Airstrip is in the Australia/Sydney time zone (UTC+11:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Somersby Airstrip?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Somersby Airstrip is approximately 12.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Somersby Airstrip?
The nearest airport to Somersby Airstrip is Mangrove Mountain Airport (YMVM), about 6.6 nm to the nw, followed by Warnervale Airport and Dr Fox Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Somersby Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.