Emkaytee (Unlic) 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 Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport
Emkaytee Airfield, also known as MKT Airfield is a private airport in the Northern Territory of Australia located in the locality of Weddell, Northern Territory about 40 km (25 mi) south of the territory capital of Darwin City. The airfield has been operated by the Meyering family since 1980. Predominately used for recreational flying by ultralight aircraft, Emkaytee also provides flight training, aircraft maintenance and fuel supplies. The airfield has been used by the Australian Army, Royal Australian Air Force, customs and emergency services as a training and staging facility. Based on aircraft movements Emkaytee is the Northern Territory's second busiest after Darwin International Airport and provides an alternative destination for visiting light aircraft.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YMKTNOTAMs
YMKTReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 07 / 25 | 3,116 ft / 950 m | — | S | Unlit | Open |
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 C2 | Class C | CTA | 1000 ft MSL | 2500 ft MSL |
| DARWIN CTA C6 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL180 |
| DARWIN CTA C5 | Class C | CTA | 9500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| DARWIN CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | 6500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| DARWIN CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 6500 ft MSL |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL180 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| DARWIN CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| DARWIN CTA E3 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL180 | 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 Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport?
The ICAO code for Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport is YMKT.
Where is Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport located?
Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport is small airport located in Weddell, Australia, at an elevation of 78 ft (24 m).
How many runways does Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport have?
Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,116 ft / 950 m.
What time zone is Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport in?
Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport is in the Australia/Darwin time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport is approximately 2.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport?
The nearest airport to Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport is Sandford Airstrip (AU-0499), about 0.2 nm to the n, followed by Lachlan E Purkis Memoral Airfield and Middle Point Research Station Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.