Lyon Bron Airport — Chassieu, Lyon, France
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Distance & flight time from LYN
Lyon Bron Airport
LYN is the code for Lyon Bron Airport, situated in Chassieu near Lyon, France, distinct from the larger Lyon-Saint Exupéry international airport. LYN primarily serves general aviation, business jets, flight training, and helicopter operations rather than scheduled commercial airline traffic. It has a long history dating back to the early twentieth century as one of Lyon's original airfields before Saint Exupéry took over major commercial traffic. Today LYN is valued by corporate travelers and private pilots for its proximity to central Lyon and quicker turnaround compared to the busier international airport. It also hosts aviation clubs and maintenance facilities.
Runways at Lyon Bron Airport (LYN)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 5971 ft (1820 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Lyon Bron Airport (LYN)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | LYON APP | 119.45 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 128.125 MHz |
| GND | GND | 121.7 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.1 MHz |
Airports near Lyon Bron Airport (LYN)
- Lyon Saint-Exupéry Airport (LYS) — 11.3 km (7.0 mi)
- Grenoble Alpes Isère Airport (GNB) — 50.5 km (31.4 mi)
- Saint-Étienne-Bouthéon Airport (EBU) — 54.5 km (33.9 mi)
- Chambéry Aix les Bains airport (CMF) — 73.4 km (45.6 mi)
- Roanne-Renaison Airport (RNE) — 81.6 km (50.7 mi)
- Valence-Chabeuil Airport (VAF) — 89.7 km (55.7 mi)
- Annecy Meythet airport (NCY) — 92.2 km (57.3 mi)
- Saint-Yan Airport (SYT) — 104.7 km (65.1 mi)
LYN is often confused with Lyon's main airport, Saint Exupéry (LYS). LYN specifically means Lyon Bron Airport, used for business and general aviation, not commercial airline flights.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Lyon Bron Airport?
The IATA code for Lyon Bron Airport is LYN.
What is the ICAO code for Lyon Bron Airport?
The ICAO code for Lyon Bron Airport is LFLY. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.