Wallal Downs Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 41m 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 Wallal Downs Airport
Wallal Downs Airport is a small airport in Eighty Mile Beach, Australia (ICAO YWAL, IATA WLA). It sits at an elevation of 33 ft (10 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 4,265 ft / 1,300 m. It observes Australia/Perth local time. The nearest airport is Mandora Airport (MQA), about 10.9 nm to the e.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YWALNOTAMs
YWALReference 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 4,265 ft / 1,300 m | — | N | Unlit | Open |
| 08 / 26 | 2,952 ft / 900 m | — | N | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 119.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 124.300 MHz |
Airspace in this area(9)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| PERTH CTA A | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE A | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY A | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 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 Wallal Downs Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Wallal Downs Airport?
The ICAO code for Wallal Downs Airport is YWAL, and its IATA code is WLA.
Where is Wallal Downs Airport located?
Wallal Downs Airport is small airport located in Eighty Mile Beach, Australia, at an elevation of 33 ft (10 m).
How many runways does Wallal Downs Airport have?
Wallal Downs Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 4,265 ft / 1,300 m.
What time zone is Wallal Downs Airport in?
Wallal Downs Airport is in the Australia/Perth time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wallal Downs Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wallal Downs Airport is approximately 1.4° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wallal Downs Airport?
The nearest airport to Wallal Downs Airport is Mandora Airport (MQA), about 10.9 nm to the e, followed by Sandfire Airport and Anna Plains South Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wallal Downs Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.