Browse Island Heliport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 48m 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 Browse Island Heliport
Browse Island is a small, approximately 14-hectare (35-acre), uninhabited island lying in the Timor Sea about 180 km (110 mi) north-west of the Kimberley coast of north-western Australia. It is a Western Australian Nature Reserve that is classed as 'Not Class A' vested with the state Conservation Commission and managed by the Department of Environment and Conservation. It is considered Western Australia's most remote island, and is also one of the most remote Australian islands to not fall under external territory status.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YBWSNOTAMs
YBWSReference 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(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 |
| R811 CURTIN | Special use | Restricted | GND | 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 Browse Island Heliport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Browse Island Heliport?
The ICAO code for Browse Island Heliport is YBWS.
Where is Browse Island Heliport located?
Browse Island Heliport is heliport located in Australia, at an elevation of 10 ft (3 m).
What time zone is Browse Island Heliport in?
Browse Island Heliport is in the Australia/Perth time zone (UTC+08:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Browse Island Heliport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Browse Island Heliport 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 Browse Island Heliport?
The nearest airport to Browse Island Heliport is Adele Island Airstrip (YADL), about 87.5 nm to the ssw.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Browse Island Heliport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.