MacDonald Airfield (RAAF)
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 50m 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 MacDonald Airfield (RAAF)
MacDonald Airfield, sometimes recorded as McDonald Airfield, was an airfield built alongside the former northern road, west of Stuart Highway, north of Pine Creek, Northern Territory, Australia during World War II. It is nearby to the Pine Creek Airfield.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
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Aircraft currently within ~40 nm, from live ADS-B. Positions are approximately real-time — not for navigation.
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Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | 4,600 ft / 1,402 m | — | Gvl | Unlit | Open |
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| DARWIN CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY B | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL180 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL180 |
| DARWIN CTA E3 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL180 | FL245 |
| D210 TINDAL | Special use | Danger | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| R247 PBDS | Special use | Restricted | 4000 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| R251 PBDS | Special use | Restricted | 9500 ft MSL | FL999 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Frequently asked questions
Where is MacDonald Airfield (RAAF) located?
MacDonald Airfield (RAAF) is closed located in Pine Creek, Australia, at an elevation of 675 ft (206 m).
How many runways does MacDonald Airfield (RAAF) have?
MacDonald Airfield (RAAF) has 1 runway, the longest being 4,600 ft / 1,402 m.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. MacDonald Airfield (RAAF) data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.