Longdown Airport
Daylight today(Jul 19, 2026, local time)
About 9h 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 Longdown Airport
Longdown Airport is a small airport in Longford, Australia (ICAO YLGD). It has 2 runways, the longest 3,280 ft / 1,000 m. It observes Australia/Hobart local time. The nearest airport is Launceston Airport (LST), about 9.3 nm to the nne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YLGDLive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 15 / 33 | 3,280 ft / 1,000 m | — | G | Unlit | Open |
| 01 / 19 | 1,312 ft / 400 m | — | G | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.500 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 119.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 120.300 MHz |
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| LAUNCESTON CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | 7500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| LAUNCESTON CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| TASMANIAN CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| LAUNCESTON CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | 6500 ft MSL | 7500 ft MSL |
| LAUNCESTON CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| TASMANIAN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL145 |
| TASMANIAN CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | FL145 | FL155 |
| LAUNCESTON CTA D2 | Class D | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 3500 ft MSL |
| LAUNCESTON CTA D3 | Class D | CTA | 3500 ft MSL | 4500 ft MSL |
| LAUNCESTON CTA D1 | Class D | CTA | 1500 ft MSL | 2500 ft MSL |
| LAUNCESTON CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
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 Longdown Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Longdown Airport?
The ICAO code for Longdown Airport is YLGD.
Where is Longdown Airport located?
Longdown Airport is small airport located in Longford, Australia.
How many runways does Longdown Airport have?
Longdown Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 3,280 ft / 1,000 m.
What time zone is Longdown Airport in?
Longdown Airport is in the Australia/Hobart time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Longdown Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Longdown Airport is approximately 14.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Longdown Airport?
The nearest airport to Longdown Airport is Launceston Airport (LST), about 9.3 nm to the nne, followed by Valley Field Airport and North Campbell Town Airfield.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Longdown Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.