Kings Canyon Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 10h 48m 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 Kings Canyon Airport
Kings Canyon Airport is a small airport in Petermann, Australia (ICAO YKCA, IATA KBJ). It sits at an elevation of 2,100 ft (640 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 4,908 ft / 1,496 m. It observes Australia/Darwin local time. The nearest airport is Mereenie Airport (YMEI), about 17.5 nm to the nne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YKCALive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 4,908 ft / 1,496 m | — | N | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.000 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 117.300 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 127.300 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 122.400 MHz |
Airspace in this area(8)
| 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 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| AYERS ROCK CTA E4 | Class E | Controlled | FL115 | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
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 Kings Canyon Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Kings Canyon Airport?
The ICAO code for Kings Canyon Airport is YKCA, and its IATA code is KBJ.
Where is Kings Canyon Airport located?
Kings Canyon Airport is small airport located in Petermann, Australia, at an elevation of 2,100 ft (640 m).
How many runways does Kings Canyon Airport have?
Kings Canyon Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,908 ft / 1,496 m.
What time zone is Kings Canyon Airport in?
Kings Canyon Airport is in the Australia/Darwin time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Kings Canyon Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Kings Canyon Airport is approximately 3.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Kings Canyon Airport?
The nearest airport to Kings Canyon Airport is Mereenie Airport (YMEI), about 17.5 nm to the nne, followed by Kings Creek Airport and Saipem Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Kings Canyon Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.