St Helens Airport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 11h 6m 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 St Helens Airport
St Helens Airport (IATA: HLS, ICAO: YSTH) is a small Australian regional airport located 2 nautical miles (3.7 km; 2.3 mi) east of St Helens on the north-east coast of Tasmania. The airport is commonly used to transport fresh seafood from the east coast to the Australian mainland. The airport also has a small flying school and scenic flights also operate out of the airport. The airport has one unsealed runway and a NDB beacon on 392 kHz. In 2014, the Royal Flying Doctor Service of Tasmania installed the state's first patient transfer shelter at St Helens Airport. These structures are strategically placed at remote airports around the state that are prone to inclement weather, offering protection to patients and paramedics awaiting aeromedical evaluation flights.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YSTHNOTAMs
YSTHReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 08 / 26 | 3,510 ft / 1,070 m | — | S | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.500 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 125.800 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(11)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| TASMANIAN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL145 |
| TASMANIAN CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | FL145 | FL155 |
| TASMANIAN CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY C | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY A | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| SAINT HELENS TAS (YSTH) CERT | Special use | RMZ | GND | 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 St Helens Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for St Helens Airport?
The ICAO code for St Helens Airport is YSTH, and its IATA code is HLS.
Where is St Helens Airport located?
St Helens Airport is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 48 ft (15 m).
How many runways does St Helens Airport have?
St Helens Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,510 ft / 1,070 m.
What time zone is St Helens Airport in?
St Helens Airport is in the Australia/Hobart time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at St Helens Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at St Helens Airport is approximately 15.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near St Helens Airport?
The nearest airport to St Helens Airport is Musselroe Bay Private Airstrip (AU-0325), about 29 nm to the nnw, followed by Boobyalla Airfield and Eagles Nest (Scottsdale).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. St Helens Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.