Current Pilots Touring Guide

Lakes Entrance
VIC

Note: The current Pilots Touring Guide (2020) for Lakes Entrance is out of date with an amendment submitted for approval. Due to the infrequent updates to the Pilot Touring Guide, the Proposed Amendments below are not likely to appear in the near future.

The Pilots Touring Guide is available through the OzRunways flight planning app subscription or can be purchased online from their website in either PDF for hard copy formats.

OzRunways have created an Airfield Guide for YLKE that is current and accurate.

Proposed Amendments for Pilots Touring Guide

Lakes Entrance
VIC

Description

The gateway to one of the largest inland networks of waterways in Australia, Lakes Entrance, 150nm East of Melbourne, is where the lakes of the Gippsland region meet the sea.

Airstrip

YLKE
08/26 grass 820m long
Uncertified
Elevation 220ft

Coordinates: 37°51’07.6″S 147°56’54.9″E / -37.852114, 147.948589
State: VIC
Timezone: 10
Magvar: 13E

Communications

CTAF 126.7
FIA MELBOURNE CENTRE 124.0 Circuit Area

Local Procedures

Refer to ERSA for Flight Procedures.

Airfield Information

Refer to ERSA for Additional Information.
Windsocks: North side midway and South side near hangar.
Airstrip is on the North side of the Princes Highway.
See also Great Lakes Airport (YGRL) 2NM East.

Address

Lakes Entrance Airfield
4 Comers Road
Kalimna West
VIC 3909

Permission

PPR from AD Operator via website.

Landing Fee

Landing fees apply, refer to website.

Parking

Park along the south fence line towards the Princes Highway end. Please ensure you do not park in front of the passenger gate or near the hangar next to the yellow windsock.

Fuel

Nearest fuel available at Bairnsdale (YBNS).

AD Operator

Victoria Helicopters Pty Ltd
PO Box 834
Bairnsdale
VIC 3875
Phone: 0419 567 590
Email: ylke@victoriahelicopters.com.au
Website: victoriahelicopters.com.au.

Helicopter Scenic Flights, Heli-Experiences & Charters

Lakes Entrance Helicopters
Phone: 03 9017 0120
Email: info@LakesEntranceHelicopters.com.au
Website: LakesEntranceHelicopters.com.au
Located at the Western end of the AD near the Princes Highway.

Passenger Facilities

Toilet.

Nearest Town

Lakes Entrance 2NM SE.

Accommodation

Many options available, contact the Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre. Refer to Further Information.

Getting Around

Lakes Taxi Service
Phone: 03 5155 2555

Local Café

The Barn at Kalimna
5 Comers Road
Kalimna West
VIC 3909
Phone: 0438 018 625
This Café is walking distance from Lakes Entrance Airfield.

Attractions

Activities include exploring the Ninety Mile Beach Marine National Park, walking across the landmark footbridge which links the town centre with the sand dunes and the Bass Strait coastline. Or you might enjoy boating, fishing, water skiing, birdwatching or walking … there is plenty to do in this popular holiday town.

History

Lakes Entrance is situated on Ninety Mile Beach on a manmade channel that links Bass Strait and the Tasman Sea with the network of inland waterways, known as the Gippsland Lakes. These Lakes are fed by six major rivers and the Lakes area covers about 400 sq km, with coastal lagoons, lakes and swamps.

Further Information

Lakes Entrance Visitor Information Centre
2 Marine Parade
Lakes Entrance
VIC 3909
Phone: 03 5155 1966
Website: visiteastgippsland.com.au

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