Daly Waters Airport
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About Daly Waters Airport
The Daly Waters Airfield, also RAAF Base Daly Waters, is a former commercial and sporadically-used military airfield located at Daly Waters, Northern Territory, Australia. As an airfield on Australia's earliest international routes, Daly Waters was used throughout the 1920s and 1930s as a stop over for commercial airlines operating on the domestic route to Western Australia and international carriers flying from Australia into south-east Asia via Darwin. During World War II, the airbase was used by the Royal Australian Air Force (RAAF) and the United States Army Air Force to undertake combat operations against the Japanese in New Guinea, the Dutch East Indies and the islands to Australia's north. Following the war, the airbase was used commercially again up until the 1970s when the airfield was sporadically-used by the RAAF.
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Live weather
YDLWLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 6,233 ft / 1,900 m | — | N | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.100 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 114.300 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 122.100 MHz |
Airspace in this area(6)
| 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 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| D210 TINDAL | Special use | Danger | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
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 Daly Waters Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Daly Waters Airport?
The ICAO code for Daly Waters Airport is YDLW, and its IATA code is DYW.
Where is Daly Waters Airport located?
Daly Waters Airport is small airport located in Daly Waters, Australia, at an elevation of 700 ft (213 m).
How many runways does Daly Waters Airport have?
Daly Waters Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 6,233 ft / 1,900 m.
What time zone is Daly Waters Airport in?
Daly Waters Airport is in the Australia/Darwin time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Daly Waters Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Daly Waters Airport is approximately 3.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Daly Waters Airport?
The nearest airport to Daly Waters Airport is Larrimah Airstrip (AU-0638), about 43.7 nm to the nnw, followed by Gorrie Airfield (RAAF) and Nutwood Downs Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Daly Waters Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.