La Baule-Escoublac Airport — La Baule-Escoublac, France
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Distance & flight time from LBY
La Baule-Escoublac Airport
La Baule-Escoublac Airport serves the resort town of La Baule on the Atlantic coast of France, in the Pays de la Loire region near the mouth of the Loire. At an elevation of about 105 feet, it has a single asphalt runway near 3,117 feet, a short strip suited to light aircraft serving the seaside area. La Baule is famed for its long sandy bay and its status as one of the more elegant resorts of the French Atlantic coast, busy in summer. The airport supports general aviation and seasonal traffic for holidaymakers. The LBY code identifies this coastal field, serving the beaches and villas of the La Baule area in western France.
Runways at La Baule-Escoublac Airport (LBY)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 11/29 | 3117 ft (950 m) | 82 ft (25 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for La Baule-Escoublac Airport (LBY)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| AFIS | LA BAULE INFO | 121.4 MHz |
Airports near La Baule-Escoublac Airport (LBY)
- Saint-Nazaire-Montoir Airport (SNR) — 14.8 km (9.2 mi)
- Vannes-Meucon Airport (VNE) — 55.8 km (34.7 mi)
- Nantes Atlantique Airport (NTE) — 57.6 km (35.8 mi)
- Lorient South Brittany (Bretagne Sud) Airport (LRT) — 97.4 km (60.5 mi)
- Rennes-Saint-Jacques Airport (RNS) — 98.1 km (61.0 mi)
- La Roche-sur-Yon Les Ajoncs Airport (EDM) — 98.3 km (61.1 mi)
- Saint-Brieuc-Armor Airport (SBK) — 144.0 km (89.5 mi)
- Laval-Entrammes Airport (LVA) — 145.7 km (90.5 mi)
The LBY code helps identify the La Baule airport for general aviation on France's Atlantic coast. It keeps this small resort field distinct from Nantes on paperwork for those flying privately to the seaside.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for La Baule-Escoublac Airport?
The IATA code for La Baule-Escoublac Airport is LBY.
What is the ICAO code for La Baule-Escoublac Airport?
The ICAO code for La Baule-Escoublac Airport is LFRE. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.