RAAF Base East Sale
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
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About RAAF Base East Sale
RAAF Base East Sale is a Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) military air base and training school, located in Sale, Victoria, Australia. The base is one of the main training establishments of the RAAF, and is where Australian Air Force Cadets from 4 Wing (Victoria) have their biannual General Service Training.
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Live weather
YMESLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 7,995 ft / 2,437 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
| 09 / 27 | 7,316 ft / 2,230 m | 148 ft | Asp | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (7)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | SALE APP | 123.300 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 31.620 MHz |
| CLD | SALE CLNC DEL | 133.600 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.300 MHz |
| FSS | MELBOURNE CNTR | 124.000 MHz |
| GND | SALE GND | 134.100 MHz |
| TWR | SALE TWR | 118.300 MHz |
Navaids(2)
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 |
| EAST SALE CONTROL ZONE (C) | Class C | CTR | GND | 3000 ft MSL |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| EAST COAST CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY A2 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE A | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| LONGFORD HELIPORT VIC (YUOF) UNCR | Class G | ATZ | GND | FL999 |
| R359C EAST SALE | Special use | Restricted | 6000 ft MSL | FL210 |
| R359B EAST SALE | Special use | Restricted | 1000 ft MSL | 6000 ft MSL |
| R359A EAST SALE | Special use | Restricted | 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 RAAF Base East Sale.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for RAAF Base East Sale?
The ICAO code for RAAF Base East Sale is YMES.
Where is RAAF Base East Sale located?
RAAF Base East Sale is medium airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 23 ft (7 m).
How many runways does RAAF Base East Sale have?
RAAF Base East Sale has 2 runways, the longest being 7,995 ft / 2,437 m.
What time zone is RAAF Base East Sale in?
RAAF Base East Sale is in the Australia/Melbourne time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at RAAF Base East Sale?
The magnetic variation (declination) at RAAF Base East Sale is approximately 13° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near RAAF Base East Sale?
The nearest airport to RAAF Base East Sale is Clydebank private Airstrip (AU-0397), about 4.2 nm to the nne, followed by West Sale Airport and Stratford.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. RAAF Base East Sale data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.