May Downs Station
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 39m of daylight. Civil twilight (dawn/dusk) approximates the FAA definition of night for logging and currency. Times are computed and approximate — verify with official sources.
About May Downs Station
May Downs Station is a small airport in May Downs, Australia. It observes Australia/Brisbane local time. The nearest airport is Mount Isa Airport (ISA), about 9.6 nm to the ese.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live traffic nearby
Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
Live ADS-B by adsb.lol & the OpenSky Network. Not for navigation.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(5)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY A | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MOUNT ISA QLD (YBMA) CERT | Special use | RMZ | GND | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Copper Smelter Stack | — | 1,270 ft | — |
| Lead Smelter Stack | — | 1,217 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from May Downs Station.
Frequently asked questions
Where is May Downs Station located?
May Downs Station is small airport located in May Downs, Australia.
What time zone is May Downs Station in?
May Downs Station is in the Australia/Brisbane time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at May Downs Station?
The magnetic variation (declination) at May Downs Station is approximately 5.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near May Downs Station?
The nearest airport to May Downs Station is Mount Isa Airport (ISA), about 9.6 nm to the ese, followed by Calton Hills Airport and Bushy Park Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. May Downs Station data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.