Smithton Airport
Daylight today(Jul 21, 2026, local time)
About 9h 38m 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 Smithton Airport
Smithton Airport (IATA: SIO, ICAO: YSMI) is an Australian regional airport located west of Smithton, Tasmania. It is operated by the Department of State Growth. In addition to aviation uses, the airport has previously hosted a care farm and commercial goat dairy. This unusual dual occpancy that allowed grazing goats on the airport grounds assisted in fire prevention and maintaining the grass for aircraft operations.
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Live weather
YSMILive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24▸ displaced | 5,246 ft / 1,599 m | 60 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 10 / 28 | 2,034 ft / 620 m | 98 ft | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.100 MHz |
| FSS | MELBOURNE CNTR | 122.600 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(7)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A1 | 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 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY A | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| SMITHTON TAS (YSMI) UNCR | Class G | ATZ | 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 Smithton Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Smithton Airport?
The ICAO code for Smithton Airport is YSMI, and its IATA code is SIO.
Where is Smithton Airport located?
Smithton Airport is medium airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 31 ft (9 m).
How many runways does Smithton Airport have?
Smithton Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 5,246 ft / 1,599 m.
What time zone is Smithton Airport in?
Smithton Airport is in the Australia/Hobart time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Smithton Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Smithton Airport is approximately 13.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Smithton Airport?
The nearest airport to Smithton Airport is Hunter Island Airport (YHTR), about 24.4 nm to the nw, followed by Balfour Airport and Wynyard Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Smithton Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.