Batchelor Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 50m 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 Batchelor Airport
Batchelor Airfield, is an airport located south of Batchelor, Northern Territory, Australia. The airport currently has no commercial air services; however, it is utilised by the Northern Australian Gliding Club and the Alice Springs Aero Club as a flight training base.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YBCRNOTAMs
YBCRReference 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 (1)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 5,249 ft / 1,600 m | — | B | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.152 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 132.100 MHz |
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| DARWIN 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 |
| DARWIN CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | 6500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| DARWIN CTA C6 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL180 |
| DARWIN CTA C5 | Class C | CTA | 9500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL180 |
| DARWIN CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL180 | FL245 |
| DARWIN CTA E3 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| R244 PBDS | Special use | Restricted | 4000 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| D210 TINDAL | Special use | Danger | 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 Batchelor Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Batchelor Airport?
The ICAO code for Batchelor Airport is YBCR.
Where is Batchelor Airport located?
Batchelor Airport is small airport located in Australia.
How many runways does Batchelor Airport have?
Batchelor Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,249 ft / 1,600 m.
What time zone is Batchelor Airport in?
Batchelor Airport is in the Australia/Darwin time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Batchelor Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Batchelor Airport is approximately 2.3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Batchelor Airport?
The nearest airport to Batchelor Airport is Coomalie Creek Airfield (AU-0423), about 6.5 nm to the ene, followed by Adelaide River Airfield and Palmer Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Batchelor Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.