Leigh Creek Airport — , Australia
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Distance & flight time from LGH
Leigh Creek Airport
Leigh Creek Airport serves the small settlement of Leigh Creek in the arid north of South Australia, in the country near the Flinders Ranges and the vast outback beyond. At an elevation of about 856 feet, it has two runways of asphalt and bitumen, the longer near 5,610 feet, providing an air link for a remote community once tied to coal mining. The surrounding region is dry, sparsely populated country on the edge of the South Australian desert, a gateway toward the Flinders Ranges. The airport supports general and charter aviation across the long outback distances. The LGH code identifies this field, serving an isolated corner of the South Australian interior.
Runways at Leigh Creek Airport (LGH)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 02/20 | 3999 ft (1219 m) | 59 ft (18 m) | BIT |
| 11/29 | 5610 ft (1710 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Leigh Creek Airport (LGH)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.7 MHz |
| FSS | MELBOURNE CNTR | 121.2 MHz |
| UNIC | LEIGH CREEK UNICOM | 126.7 MHz |
Airports near Leigh Creek Airport (LGH)
- Marree Airport (RRE) — 109.6 km (68.1 mi)
- Port Augusta Airport (PUG) — 222.6 km (138.3 mi)
- Whyalla Airport (WYA) — 286.8 km (178.2 mi)
- Port Pirie Airport (PPI) — 296.4 km (184.2 mi)
- Broken Hill Airport (BHQ) — 328.8 km (204.3 mi)
- Tibooburra Airport (TYB) — 372.2 km (231.3 mi)
- Cleve Airport (CVC) — 390.4 km (242.6 mi)
- Coober Pedy Airport (CPD) — 397.2 km (246.8 mi)
The LGH code helps identify the Leigh Creek airport for charter and general-aviation flights in South Australia's arid north. It keeps this outback field distinct on itineraries where road distances to the Flinders Ranges are long.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Leigh Creek Airport?
The IATA code for Leigh Creek Airport is LGH.
What is the ICAO code for Leigh Creek Airport?
The ICAO code for Leigh Creek Airport is YLEC. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.