Clarke Island Airport
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About Clarke Island Airport
Clarke Island Airport is a small airport in Cape Barren Island, Australia (ICAO YCKD). It sits at an elevation of 197 ft (60 m) and has 2 runways, the longest 1,391 ft / 424 m. It observes Australia/Hobart local time. The nearest airport is Cape Barren Island Airport (CBI), about 9.2 nm to the nnw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YCKDLive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 1,391 ft / 424 m | — | X | Unlit | Open |
| 05 / 23 | 1,391 ft / 424 m | — | X | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.700 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 121.300 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 123.900 MHz |
Airspace in this area(10)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| TASMANIAN CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY A | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY C | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY A2 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE A | 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 Clarke Island Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Clarke Island Airport?
The ICAO code for Clarke Island Airport is YCKD.
Where is Clarke Island Airport located?
Clarke Island Airport is small airport located in Cape Barren Island, Australia, at an elevation of 197 ft (60 m).
How many runways does Clarke Island Airport have?
Clarke Island Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 1,391 ft / 424 m.
What time zone is Clarke Island Airport in?
Clarke Island Airport is in the Australia/Hobart time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Clarke Island Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Clarke Island Airport is approximately 14.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Clarke Island Airport?
The nearest airport to Clarke Island Airport is Cape Barren Island Airport (CBI), about 9.2 nm to the nnw, followed by Passage Island Airport and Swan Island Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Clarke Island Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.