Wave Hill Airport
Daylight today(Jul 15, 2026, local time)
About 11h 11m 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 Wave Hill Airport
Wave Hill Airport is a small airport in Australia (ICAO YWAV, IATA WAV). It sits at an elevation of 201 ft (61 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,805 ft / 1,160 m. It observes Australia/Darwin local time. The nearest airport is bore 22 airstrip (AU-0593), about 17.7 nm to the e.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YWAVLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 3,805 ft / 1,160 m | — | C | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 134.200 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 119.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 124.300 MHz |
Navaids(1)
Airspace in this area(6)
| 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 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| WAVE HILL NT (YWAV) UNCR | Class G | ATZ | GND | FL999 |
| R241 PBDS | Special use | Restricted | 8500 ft MSL | FL999 |
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 Wave Hill Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Wave Hill Airport?
The ICAO code for Wave Hill Airport is YWAV, and its IATA code is WAV.
Where is Wave Hill Airport located?
Wave Hill Airport is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 201 ft (61 m).
How many runways does Wave Hill Airport have?
Wave Hill Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,805 ft / 1,160 m.
What time zone is Wave Hill Airport in?
Wave Hill Airport is in the Australia/Darwin time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Wave Hill Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wave Hill Airport is approximately 2.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wave Hill Airport?
The nearest airport to Wave Hill Airport is bore 22 airstrip (AU-0593), about 17.7 nm to the e, followed by Kalkgurung Airport and Camfield Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wave Hill Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.