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The Pilots Desk
Small airport

La Belle Downs Airstrip

ICAO YLAE
Coordinates
13.1131°S, 130.4991°E
Elevation
119 ft (36 m)
Type
Small airport
Region
AU-NT
Time zone
Darwin(UTC+09:30)
Magnetic variation
2.2° E

Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)

Civil dawn
06:34
Sunrise
06:55
Sunset
18:45
Civil dusk
19:06

About 11h 50m 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 La Belle Downs Airstrip

La Belle Downs Airstrip is a small airport in Australia (ICAO YLAE). It sits at an elevation of 119 ft (36 m). It observes Australia/Darwin local time. The nearest airport is Finniss River Landing Ground (AU-0130), about 14.7 nm to the n.

Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.

Live weather

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NOTAMs

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NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.

Live departures & arrivals

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Where you can fly from here

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Live traffic nearby

Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.

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Map

Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.

Runways (0)

No runway data recorded for this airport.

Airspace in this area(14)

NameClassTypeFloorCeiling
MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2Class ACTAFL245FL600
DARWIN CTA A1Class ACTAFL180FL245
BRISBANE FIR CTA A2Class ACTAFL245FL600
DARWIN CTA C5Class CCTA9500 ft MSLFL125
DARWIN CTA C6Class CCTAFL125FL180
DARWIN CTA E3Class EControlled8500 ft MSLFL125
DARWIN CTA E1Class EControlled8500 ft MSL9500 ft MSL
CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1Class EControlledFL125FL245
BRISBANE EFREQUENCYClass EControlledFL180FL245
BRISBANE EFREQUENCYClass EControlledFL125FL180
BRISBANE EFREQUENCYClass EControlledFL180FL245
R264H DARWINSpecial useRestrictedGNDFL999
D257 DARWINSpecial useDangerGND1500 ft MSL
R264E DARWINSpecial useRestrictedGNDFL999

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 La Belle Downs Airstrip.

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Frequently asked questions

What is the ICAO code for La Belle Downs Airstrip?

The ICAO code for La Belle Downs Airstrip is YLAE.

Where is La Belle Downs Airstrip located?

La Belle Downs Airstrip is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 119 ft (36 m).

What time zone is La Belle Downs Airstrip in?

La Belle Downs Airstrip is in the Australia/Darwin time zone (UTC+09:30).

What is the magnetic variation at La Belle Downs Airstrip?

The magnetic variation (declination) at La Belle Downs Airstrip is approximately 2.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.

What airports are near La Belle Downs Airstrip?

The nearest airport to La Belle Downs Airstrip is Finniss River Landing Ground (AU-0130), about 14.7 nm to the n, followed by Bulgul Airport and Channel Point Airport.

Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?

No. La Belle Downs Airstrip data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.