Ladysmith Airport — Ladysmith, South Africa
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Ladysmith Airport (Ladysmith) is LAY — its ICAO code is FALY.
Distance & flight time from LAY
Ladysmith Airport
Ladysmith Airport serves the town of Ladysmith in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal province, in the interior of the country near the Drakensberg foothills. At an elevation of about 3,548 feet, it has a single asphalt runway near 3,937 feet, suited to general aviation and lighter traffic rather than major scheduled service. Ladysmith is a historic town known for events of the South African War and for its position on the routes across the province's interior. The airport supports business and general flying for the surrounding area. The LAY code identifies this modest field, serving an inland KwaZulu-Natal town set in the country between Durban and the mountains.
Runways at Ladysmith Airport (LAY)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 3937 ft (1200 m) | 49 ft (15 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Ladysmith Airport (LAY)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 124.8 MHz |
Airports near Ladysmith Airport (LAY)
- Harrismith Airport (HRS) — 73.8 km (45.9 mi)
- Newcastle Airport (NCS) — 92.9 km (57.7 mi)
- Pietermaritzburg Airport (PZB) — 134.4 km (83.5 mi)
- Prince Mangosuthu Buthelezi Airport (ULD) — 165.5 km (102.8 mi)
- King Shaka International Airport (DUR) — 175.8 km (109.2 mi)
- Ficksburg Sentraoes Airport (FCB) — 181.5 km (112.8 mi)
- Virginia Airport (VIR) — 183.4 km (114.0 mi)
- Richards Bay Airport (RCB) — 229.2 km (142.4 mi)
The LAY code helps identify Ladysmith's airport for general-aviation or charter flights in South Africa's KwaZulu-Natal interior. It keeps this inland field distinct from Durban and other regional airports on paperwork.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Ladysmith Airport?
The IATA code for Ladysmith Airport is LAY.
What is the ICAO code for Ladysmith Airport?
The ICAO code for Ladysmith Airport is FALY. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.