Palmer 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 Palmer Airport
Palmer Airport is a small airport in Australia (ICAO YPME). It has 1 runway, the longest 3,280 ft / 1,000 m. It observes Australia/Darwin local time. The nearest airport is Lachlan E Purkis Memoral Airfield (AU-0424), about 12.6 nm to the ne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YPMENOTAMs
YPMEReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 11 / 29 | 3,280 ft / 1,000 m | — | X | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.150 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 120.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 120.700 MHz |
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 C3 | Class C | CTA | 2500 ft MSL | 6500 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 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL180 | FL245 |
| DARWIN CTA E3 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL180 |
| DARWIN CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | 9500 ft MSL |
| D288C COX PENINSULA | Special use | Danger | GND | 1000 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 Palmer Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Palmer Airport?
The ICAO code for Palmer Airport is YPME.
Where is Palmer Airport located?
Palmer Airport is small airport located in Australia.
How many runways does Palmer Airport have?
Palmer Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,280 ft / 1,000 m.
What time zone is Palmer Airport in?
Palmer Airport is in the Australia/Darwin time zone (UTC+09:30).
What is the magnetic variation at Palmer Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Palmer 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 Palmer Airport?
The nearest airport to Palmer Airport is Lachlan E Purkis Memoral Airfield (AU-0424), about 12.6 nm to the ne, followed by Batchelor Airport and Emkaytee (Unlic) Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Palmer Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.