Orchid Beach Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 33m 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 Orchid Beach Airport
Orchid Beach Airport is a small airport in Orchid Beach, Australia (ICAO YORC, IATA OKB). It sits at an elevation of 71 ft (22 m). It observes Australia/Brisbane local time. The nearest airport is Hervey Bay Airport (HVB), about 32 nm to the sw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YORCNOTAMs
YORCReference 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(8)
| 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 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY A2 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| EAST COAST CTA E2 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| R637A AMBERLEY | Special use | Restricted | 5000 ft MSL | FL999 |
| D617A AMBERLEY | Special use | Danger | GND | 5000 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 Orchid Beach Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Orchid Beach Airport?
The ICAO code for Orchid Beach Airport is YORC, and its IATA code is OKB.
Where is Orchid Beach Airport located?
Orchid Beach Airport is small airport located in Orchid Beach, Australia, at an elevation of 71 ft (22 m).
What time zone is Orchid Beach Airport in?
Orchid Beach Airport is in the Australia/Brisbane time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Orchid Beach Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Orchid Beach Airport is approximately 10.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Orchid Beach Airport?
The nearest airport to Orchid Beach Airport is Hervey Bay Airport (HVB), about 32 nm to the sw, followed by Toby's Gap Airstrip and Pacific Haven Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Orchid Beach Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.