Howard Island Airport
Daylight today(Jul 19, 2026, local time)
About 11h 30m 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 Howard Island Airport
Howard Island Airport is a small airport in Australia (ICAO YHOA). It has 1 runway, the longest 2,296 ft / 700 m. It observes Australia/Darwin local time. The nearest airport is Mapuru Airstrip (YMAP), about 10.8 nm to the sse.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YHOALive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 10 / 28 | 2,296 ft / 700 m | — | X | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 134.200 MHz |
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 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
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 Howard Island Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Howard Island Airport?
The ICAO code for Howard Island Airport is YHOA.
Where is Howard Island Airport located?
Howard Island Airport is small airport located in Australia.
How many runways does Howard Island Airport have?
Howard Island Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,296 ft / 700 m.
What time zone is Howard Island Airport in?
Howard Island Airport is in the Australia/Darwin time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Howard Island Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Howard Island Airport is approximately 3° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Howard Island Airport?
The nearest airport to Howard Island Airport is Mapuru Airstrip (YMAP), about 10.8 nm to the sse, followed by Elcho Island Airport and Raymangirr Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Howard Island Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.