Useless Loop Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 31m 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 Useless Loop Airport
Useless Loop Airport is a small airport in Useless Loop, Australia (ICAO YUSL, IATA USL). It sits at an elevation of 62 ft (19 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,280 ft / 1,000 m. It observes Australia/Perth local time. The nearest airport is Dirk Hartog Island Airstrip (AU-0639), about 15.6 nm to the nw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YUSLNOTAMs
YUSLReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 3,280 ft / 1,000 m | — | Dirt | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(6)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE D | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY D | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
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 Useless Loop Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Useless Loop Airport?
The ICAO code for Useless Loop Airport is YUSL, and its IATA code is USL.
Where is Useless Loop Airport located?
Useless Loop Airport is small airport located in Useless Loop, Australia, at an elevation of 62 ft (19 m).
How many runways does Useless Loop Airport have?
Useless Loop Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,280 ft / 1,000 m.
What time zone is Useless Loop Airport in?
Useless Loop Airport is in the Australia/Perth time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Useless Loop Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Useless Loop Airport is approximately 0.6° W, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Useless Loop Airport?
The nearest airport to Useless Loop Airport is Dirk Hartog Island Airstrip (AU-0639), about 15.6 nm to the nw, followed by Shark Bay Airport and Carrarang Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Useless Loop Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.