Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 15m 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 Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport
Southcare Base Heliport is a heliport in Canberra that is part of Snowy Hydro SouthCare and as a landing area for Canberra Hospital.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YXSBNOTAMs
YXSBReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
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)
| 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 |
| CANBERRA CONTROL ZONE (C) | Class C | CTR | GND | 3500 ft MSL |
| CANBERRA CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | 6500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| CANBERRA CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | 5500 ft MSL |
| CANBERRA CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | 5500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| CANBERRA CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | 3500 ft MSL | 4500 ft MSL |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| CANBERRA CTA C5 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| EAST COAST CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| CANBERRA APPROACH | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 630 ft | 1,923 ft | — |
| High Society | 371 ft | 1,923 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 331 ft | 1,972 ft | — |
| High Society | 328 ft | 1,909 ft | — |
| Lovett Tower | 305 ft | 1,949 ft | — |
| Wayfarer | 289 ft | 1,870 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 1,886 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport?
The ICAO code for Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport is YXSB.
Where is Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport located?
Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport is heliport located in Canberra, Australia, at an elevation of 1,919 ft (585 m).
What time zone is Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport in?
Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport is in the Australia/Sydney time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport is approximately 12.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport?
The nearest airport to Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport is Canberra Airport (CBR), about 4.5 nm to the nne, followed by Hall Airport and Wallaroo Private Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Southcare Base - Canberra Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.