Hughes Siding Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 10h 22m 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 Hughes Siding Airport
Hughes Siding Airport is a small airport in Australia (ICAO YHGS). It has 1 runway, the longest 3,937 ft / 1,200 m. It observes Australia/Adelaide local time. The nearest airport is Cook Airport (YOOK), about 46.7 nm to the e.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YHGSLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 3,937 ft / 1,200 m | — | N | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.100 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 134.200 MHz |
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | 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 Hughes Siding Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Hughes Siding Airport?
The ICAO code for Hughes Siding Airport is YHGS.
Where is Hughes Siding Airport located?
Hughes Siding Airport is small airport located in Australia.
How many runways does Hughes Siding Airport have?
Hughes Siding Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,937 ft / 1,200 m.
What time zone is Hughes Siding Airport in?
Hughes Siding Airport is in the Australia/Adelaide time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Hughes Siding Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Hughes Siding Airport is approximately 3.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Hughes Siding Airport?
The nearest airport to Hughes Siding Airport is Cook Airport (YOOK), about 46.7 nm to the e, followed by Border Village Airport and Eucla Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Hughes Siding Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.