Williams Field Skiway
About Williams Field Skiway
Williams Field or Willy Field is a United States Antarctic Program airfield in Antarctica. Williams Field consists of two snow runways located on approximately 8 meters (25 ft) of compacted snow, lying on top of 8–10 ft of ice, floating over 550 meters (1,800 ft) of water. The airport, which is approximately seven miles from Ross Island, serves McMurdo Station and New Zealand's Scott Base. Williams Field is the major airfield for on-continent aircraft operations in Antarctica.
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Live weather
NZWDLive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 220 ft | Sno | Lighted | Open |
| 15 / 33 | 10,000 ft / 3,048 m | 220 ft | Sno | Lighted | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CNTR | MCMURDO CNTR | 118.200 MHz |
| MISC | INTL DISTRESS | 218.200 MHz |
| TWR | WILLIAMS FIELD TWR | 126.200 MHz |
Navaids(3)
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Williams Field Skiway.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Williams Field Skiway?
The ICAO code for Williams Field Skiway is NZWD.
Where is Williams Field Skiway located?
Williams Field Skiway is medium airport located in McMurdo Station, Antarctica, at an elevation of 68 ft (21 m).
How many runways does Williams Field Skiway have?
Williams Field Skiway has 2 runways, the longest being 10,000 ft / 3,048 m.
What time zone is Williams Field Skiway in?
Williams Field Skiway is in the Antarctica/McMurdo time zone (UTC+12:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Williams Field Skiway?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Williams Field Skiway is approximately 139.6° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Williams Field Skiway?
The nearest airport to Williams Field Skiway is Phoenix Airfield (NZFX), about 6.5 nm to the sw.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Williams Field Skiway data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.