Great Keppel Is Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 36m 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 Great Keppel Is Airport
Great Keppel Is Airport is a small airport in Great Keppel Island, Australia (ICAO YGKL, IATA GKL). It sits at an elevation of 21 ft (6 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,870 ft / 875 m. It observes Australia/Brisbane local time. The nearest airport is Emu Park Authorised Landing Area (YEMP), about 8.2 nm to the wsw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YGKLNOTAMs
YGKLReference only — not an official briefing. Always obtain a certified briefing (e.g. 1800wxbrief.com / your AIS) before flight.
NOTAM data via the FAA NOTAM system.
Live 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.
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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 2,870 ft / 875 m | — | B | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 120.700 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 122.400 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 122.600 MHz |
Airspace in this area(12)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| ROCKHAMPTON CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| ROCKHAMPTON CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| ROCKHAMPTON CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| ROCKHAMPTON CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| EAST COAST CTA E2 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| EMU PARK QLD (YEMP) UNCR | Class G | ATZ | GND | FL999 |
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 Great Keppel Is Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Great Keppel Is Airport?
The ICAO code for Great Keppel Is Airport is YGKL, and its IATA code is GKL.
Where is Great Keppel Is Airport located?
Great Keppel Is Airport is small airport located in Great Keppel Island, Australia, at an elevation of 21 ft (6 m).
How many runways does Great Keppel Is Airport have?
Great Keppel Is Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,870 ft / 875 m.
What time zone is Great Keppel Is Airport in?
Great Keppel Is Airport is in the Australia/Brisbane time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Great Keppel Is Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Great Keppel Is Airport is approximately 9.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Great Keppel Is Airport?
The nearest airport to Great Keppel Is Airport is Emu Park Authorised Landing Area (YEMP), about 8.2 nm to the wsw, followed by Yeppoon Aerodrome and Hedlow Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Great Keppel Is Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.