Puckapunyal (Military) Airport
Daylight today(Jul 17, 2026, local time)
About 9h 53m 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 Puckapunyal (Military) Airport
Puckapunyal (Military) Airport is a small airport in Puckapunyal, Australia (ICAO YPKL). It sits at an elevation of 168 ft (51 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 2,624 ft / 800 m. It observes Australia/Melbourne local time. The nearest airport is Mangalore Airport (YMNG), about 8.7 nm to the ne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YPKLLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03 / 21 | 2,624 ft / 800 m | — | B | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (4)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.424 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 113.700 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 120.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 135.500 MHz |
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| MELBOURNE CTA C7N | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE B | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE A | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| EAST COAST CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE C | Class E | Controlled | GND | 8500 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | — | 1,657 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,611 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,640 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,604 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,640 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,542 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,677 ft | — |
| Obstacle | — | 1,631 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Puckapunyal (Military) Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Puckapunyal (Military) Airport?
The ICAO code for Puckapunyal (Military) Airport is YPKL.
Where is Puckapunyal (Military) Airport located?
Puckapunyal (Military) Airport is small airport located in Puckapunyal, Australia, at an elevation of 168 ft (51 m).
How many runways does Puckapunyal (Military) Airport have?
Puckapunyal (Military) Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 2,624 ft / 800 m.
What time zone is Puckapunyal (Military) Airport in?
Puckapunyal (Military) Airport is in the Australia/Melbourne time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Puckapunyal (Military) Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Puckapunyal (Military) Airport is approximately 11.7° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Puckapunyal (Military) Airport?
The nearest airport to Puckapunyal (Military) Airport is Mangalore Airport (YMNG), about 8.7 nm to the ne, followed by Skydive Nagambie Airport and Nagambie Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Puckapunyal (Military) Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.