Macdonald Downs Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
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About Macdonald Downs Airport
Macdonald Downs Airport is a small airport in Australia (ICAO YMDS, IATA MNW). It has 1 runway, the longest 3,608 ft / 1,100 m. It observes Australia/Darwin local time. The nearest airport is Dneiper Airport (YDPR), about 10.4 nm to the s.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YMDSLive 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 | 3,608 ft / 1,100 m | — | N | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (5)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 119.800 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 124.100 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 124.300 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 119.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 118.400 MHz |
Airspace in this area(5)
| 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 |
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 Macdonald Downs Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Macdonald Downs Airport?
The ICAO code for Macdonald Downs Airport is YMDS, and its IATA code is MNW.
Where is Macdonald Downs Airport located?
Macdonald Downs Airport is small airport located in Australia.
How many runways does Macdonald Downs Airport have?
Macdonald Downs Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,608 ft / 1,100 m.
What time zone is Macdonald Downs Airport in?
Macdonald Downs Airport is in the Australia/Darwin time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Macdonald Downs Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Macdonald Downs Airport is approximately 4.5° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Macdonald Downs Airport?
The nearest airport to Macdonald Downs Airport is Dneiper Airport (YDPR), about 10.4 nm to the s, followed by Mount Swan Airport and Delmore Downs Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Macdonald Downs Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.