Wauchope Airport
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About Wauchope Airport
Wauchope Airport is a small airport in Wauchope, Australia (ICAO YWAC, IATA WAU). It sits at an elevation of 1,186 ft (361 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,624 ft / 800 m. It observes Australia/Darwin local time. The nearest airport is Warrabri Airport (YWBI), about 23.9 nm to the sse.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YWACLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 2,624 ft / 800 m | — | X | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.400 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 119.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 124.300 MHz |
Airspace in this area(4)
| 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 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY B | 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 Wauchope Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Wauchope Airport?
The ICAO code for Wauchope Airport is YWAC, and its IATA code is WAU.
Where is Wauchope Airport located?
Wauchope Airport is small airport located in Wauchope, Australia, at an elevation of 1,186 ft (361 m).
How many runways does Wauchope Airport have?
Wauchope Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,624 ft / 800 m.
What time zone is Wauchope Airport in?
Wauchope Airport is in the Australia/Darwin time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Wauchope Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wauchope Airport is approximately 4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wauchope Airport?
The nearest airport to Wauchope Airport is Warrabri Airport (YWBI), about 23.9 nm to the sse, followed by Kurundi Airport and Murray Downs Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wauchope Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.