Learmonth Airport
Daylight today(Jul 14, 2026, local time)
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About Learmonth Airport
RAAF Base Learmonth, also known as Learmonth Airport, is a joint use Royal Australian Air Force base and civil airport. It is located near the town of Exmouth on the north-west coast of Western Australia. RAAF Base Learmonth is one of the RAAF's three bare bases. It is maintained by the RAAF's 25 Squadron and a small caretaker staff during peacetime.
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Live weather
YPLMLive 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.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 18 / 36 | 9,997 ft / 3,047 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 120.500 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.300 MHz |
| FSS | MELBOURNE CNTR | 125.900 MHz |
| GND | GND | 25.930 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 25.780 MHz |
Navaids(2)
Airlines & destinations
Route data from OpenFlights — historical and may be out of date. Check current schedules.
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| LEARMONTH CONTROL ZONE (C) | Class C | CTR | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE C | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE C | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY C | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY C | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| LEARMONTH WA (YPLM) MIL | Special use | RMZ | GND | FL999 |
| R859A LEARMONTH | Special use | Restricted | GND | 10000 ft MSL |
| R859B LEARMONTH | Special use | Restricted | 10000 ft MSL | FL280 |
| R859C LEARMONTH | Special use | Restricted | FL280 | FL600 |
| R860A LEARMONTH | Special use | Restricted | GND | 2500 ft MSL |
| R860B LEARMONTH | Special use | Restricted | 2500 ft MSL | FL280 |
| R860C LEARMONTH | Special use | Restricted | FL280 | FL600 |
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 Learmonth Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Learmonth Airport?
The ICAO code for Learmonth Airport is YPLM, and its IATA code is LEA.
Where is Learmonth Airport located?
Learmonth Airport is medium airport located in Exmouth, Australia, at an elevation of 19 ft (6 m).
How many runways does Learmonth Airport have?
Learmonth Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 9,997 ft / 3,047 m.
Which airlines fly to Learmonth Airport?
Airlines historically serving Learmonth Airport include Air New Zealand, Qantas, Virgin Australia (based on OpenFlights route data, which may be out of date).
How many destinations are served from Learmonth Airport?
Historical data lists 1 nonstop destination from Learmonth Airport. Always check current schedules.
What time zone is Learmonth Airport in?
Learmonth Airport is in the Australia/Perth time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Learmonth Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Learmonth Airport is approximately 0.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Learmonth Airport?
The nearest airport to Learmonth Airport is Exmouth Airport (EXM), about 11.7 nm to the n, followed by Yardie Homestead and Wilderness Island Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Learmonth Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.