The Vale Airport
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About The Vale Airport
The Vale Airport is a small airport in Sheffield, Australia (ICAO YVAL). It sits at an elevation of 705 ft (215 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 4,265 ft / 1,300 m. It observes Australia/Hobart local time. The nearest airport is Mole Creek Airport (YMLC), about 6.9 nm to the sse.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YVALLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 06 / 24 | 4,265 ft / 1,300 m | 108 ft | Grs | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| TASMANIAN CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| TASMANIAN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL145 |
| TASMANIAN CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | FL145 | FL155 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY C | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY C | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE B | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| THEVALE TAS (YVAL) UNCR | Class G | ATZ | GND | FL999 |
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 The Vale Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for The Vale Airport?
The ICAO code for The Vale Airport is YVAL.
Where is The Vale Airport located?
The Vale Airport is small airport located in Sheffield, Australia, at an elevation of 705 ft (215 m).
How many runways does The Vale Airport have?
The Vale Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,265 ft / 1,300 m.
What time zone is The Vale Airport in?
The Vale Airport is in the Australia/Hobart time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at The Vale Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at The Vale Airport is approximately 14.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near The Vale Airport?
The nearest airport to The Vale Airport is Mole Creek Airport (YMLC), about 6.9 nm to the sse, followed by Long Hill Airport and Devonport Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. The Vale Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.