Smithton Airstrip in Tasmania is an Australian regional airport located 2 nautical miles (3.7 km) west of Smithton, a town in Tasmania’s north-west. Smithton Airport provides a vital commercial link between mainland Tasmania, Victoria and King Island. With Local crayfish and other produce regularly exported around the world. The airport is operated by the Tasmanian Department of Infrastructure, Energy and Resources.
Smithton Township is the final stop before Arthur River and the famous Tarkine Wilderness. Smithton is geographically the closest accessible point to Victoria and King Island by flight.
The region surrounding Smithton features beautiful greenery and a unique ecosystem supported by clean air and pure rainfall from the Roaring Forties. There is a range of activities to do both in town and in the surrounding regions.
Elevation 31 | Area Forecast 56 | Strip Direction 06 / 24 : 10 / 28 |
GPS Position 40° 5006 S 145° 0501 E | ALA Code YSMI | Strip Length 1599 : 620 |
WAC Chart 3556 | FIA Melbourne Centre 122.6 at 2500FT | Strip Surface Sealed : Gravel |
Owner/Operator General Manager Roads & Public Transport (03) 6452 1153 | Windsock Yes | ASIC Security / Vis Vest No |
Fuel Nil | Distance to Town 2 NM | Lighting 06/24 PTBL Emergency only |
Aircraft Parking Yes | Transport Star Taxi (03) 6452 1348 | Landing Fees Yes |
Special Procedures and Comments: CTAF 119.1
RWY 24 and 28 RH Circuits req’d
Bird hazards