Horseshoe Bend Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 10h 44m 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 Horseshoe Bend Airport
Horseshoe Bend Airport is a small airport in Australia (ICAO YHSB). It has 1 runway, the longest 4,921 ft / 1,500 m. It observes Australia/Darwin local time. The nearest airport is Lilla Creek Airport (YLLC), about 23.1 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YHSBLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 01 / 19 | 4,921 ft / 1,500 m | — | N | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.800 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 134.200 MHz |
Airspace in this area(7)
| 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 A | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY A | 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 Horseshoe Bend Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Horseshoe Bend Airport?
The ICAO code for Horseshoe Bend Airport is YHSB.
Where is Horseshoe Bend Airport located?
Horseshoe Bend Airport is small airport located in Australia.
How many runways does Horseshoe Bend Airport have?
Horseshoe Bend Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,921 ft / 1,500 m.
What time zone is Horseshoe Bend Airport in?
Horseshoe Bend Airport is in the Australia/Darwin time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Horseshoe Bend Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Horseshoe Bend Airport is approximately 4.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Horseshoe Bend Airport?
The nearest airport to Horseshoe Bend Airport is Lilla Creek Airport (YLLC), about 23.1 nm to the ssw, followed by Finke Airport and Idracowra Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Horseshoe Bend Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.