Drysdale River Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 11h 17m 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 Drysdale River Airport
Drysdale River Airport is a small airport in Drysdale River, Australia (ICAO YDRD, IATA DRY). It sits at an elevation of 360 ft (110 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 4,589 ft / 1,399 m. It observes Australia/Perth local time. The nearest airport is Doongan Airport (DNG), about 20.2 nm to the nnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YDRDLive departures & arrivals
Flight data by AeroDataBox. Times are estimates — not for navigation; confirm with the airline.
Where you can fly from here
Current scheduled routes & daily frequency by AeroDataBox. Approximate — confirm bookable schedules with the airline.
Map
Runway centrelines, navaids and overlapping airspace. Tiles © OpenStreetMap contributors. Reference only — not for navigation.
Runways (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 05 / 23 | 4,589 ft / 1,399 m | — | G | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 128.000 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 132.900 MHz |
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY D | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| DRYSDALE RIVER WA (YDRD) UNCR | Class G | ATZ | GND | FL999 |
| R807B CURTIN | Special use | Restricted | FL200 | FL600 |
| R807A CURTIN | Special use | Restricted | FL125 | FL200 |
| D817 CURTIN | Special use | Danger | GND | FL125 |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Drysdale River Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Drysdale River Airport?
The ICAO code for Drysdale River Airport is YDRD, and its IATA code is DRY.
Where is Drysdale River Airport located?
Drysdale River Airport is small airport located in Drysdale River, Australia, at an elevation of 360 ft (110 m).
How many runways does Drysdale River Airport have?
Drysdale River Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,589 ft / 1,399 m.
What time zone is Drysdale River Airport in?
Drysdale River Airport is in the Australia/Perth time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Drysdale River Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Drysdale River Airport is approximately 1.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Drysdale River Airport?
The nearest airport to Drysdale River Airport is Doongan Airport (DNG), about 20.2 nm to the nnw, followed by Gibb River Airport and Mount Elizabeth Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Drysdale River Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.