Alfred Hospital Helipad
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 9h 46m 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 Alfred Hospital Helipad
Alfred Hospital Helipad is a heliport in Melbourne, Australia (ICAO YAFD). It sits at an elevation of 80 ft (24 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 121 ft / 37 m with a hard surface. It observes Australia/Melbourne local time. The nearest airport is Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), about 8 nm to the nnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YAFDLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| H16 | 121 ft / 37 m | 121 ft | Concrete | Lighted | Open |
Airspace in this area(14)
| 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 CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | 2000 ft MSL |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE CTA C7N | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CTA C5 | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 3500 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | 3500 ft MSL | 4500 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | 2000 ft MSL | 2500 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE C | Class E | Controlled | GND | 8500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Bourke Place Television Mast | 833 ft | 112 ft | — |
| Victoria One | 810 ft | 95 ft | — |
| Premier Tower | 807 ft | 98 ft | — |
| 568 Collins Street | 735 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Light House Melbourne | 715 ft | 108 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 600 ft | 56 ft | — |
| LK Tower | 591 ft | 49 ft | — |
| Olderfleet Building | 541 ft | 190 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Alfred Hospital Helipad.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Alfred Hospital Helipad?
The ICAO code for Alfred Hospital Helipad is YAFD.
Where is Alfred Hospital Helipad located?
Alfred Hospital Helipad is heliport located in Melbourne, Australia, at an elevation of 80 ft (24 m).
How many runways does Alfred Hospital Helipad have?
Alfred Hospital Helipad has 1 runway, the longest being 121 ft / 37 m.
What time zone is Alfred Hospital Helipad in?
Alfred Hospital Helipad is in the Australia/Melbourne time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Alfred Hospital Helipad?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Alfred Hospital Helipad is approximately 12° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Alfred Hospital Helipad?
The nearest airport to Alfred Hospital Helipad is Melbourne Essendon Airport (MEB), about 8 nm to the nnw, followed by Melbourne Moorabbin Airport and RAAF Williams, Point Cook Base.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Alfred Hospital Helipad data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.