Bairnsdale Airport — Bairnsdale, Australia
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Distance & flight time from BSJ
Bairnsdale Airport
Bairnsdale Airport serves the town of Bairnsdale in the East Gippsland region of Victoria, Australia. Records peg the airport's elevation at 165 feet, and two runways are available to handle the mix of general aviation, charter, and occasional regional airline traffic that uses the site. Unlike major Australian airports, BSJ sees relatively light scheduled passenger service, with flying more often tied to agriculture, flight training, and recreational aviation in this part of Gippsland. The airport gives the Bairnsdale area a local aviation option without requiring a long drive to Melbourne for smaller aircraft operations.
Runways at Bairnsdale Airport (BSJ)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 04/22 | 3612 ft (1101 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
| 14/32 | 2789 ft (850 m) | 60 ft (18 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Bairnsdale Airport (BSJ)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AWIS | 133.725 MHz | |
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.7 MHz |
| FSS | MELBOURNE CNTR | 124 MHz |
| PAL | 123.9 MHz |
Airports near Bairnsdale Airport (BSJ)
- West Sale Airport (SXE) — 57.6 km (35.8 mi)
- Mount Hotham Airport (MHU) — 95.7 km (59.5 mi)
- Latrobe Valley Airport (TGN) — 102.7 km (63.8 mi)
- Corryong Airport (CYG) — 191.7 km (119.1 mi)
- Wangaratta Airport (WGT) — 198.0 km (123.0 mi)
- Benalla Airport (BLN) — 203.0 km (126.1 mi)
- Albury Airport (ABX) — 209.6 km (130.2 mi)
- Cooma Snowy Mountains Airport (OOM) — 215.9 km (134.2 mi)
Flight training schools and charter operators search BSJ regularly, since Bairnsdale Airport supports general aviation more than scheduled airline service. Locals also look up the code when checking regional flight options before committing to the longer drive into Melbourne.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Bairnsdale Airport?
The IATA code for Bairnsdale Airport is BSJ.
What is the ICAO code for Bairnsdale Airport?
The ICAO code for Bairnsdale Airport is YBNS. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.