Sweers Island Resort Airport
Daylight today(Aug 30, 2026, local time)
About 11h 44m 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 Sweers Island Resort Airport
Sweers Island Resort Airport is a small airport in Sweers Island, Australia (ICAO YSWE). It sits at an elevation of 23 ft (7 m) and has 1 runway, the longest 3,608 ft / 1,100 m. It observes Australia/Brisbane local time. The nearest airport is Bentinck Island Airport (YBTK), about 3.1 nm to the nw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YSWENOTAMs
YSWEReference 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12 / 30 | 3,608 ft / 1,100 m | — | C | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 125.700 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 120.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 125.800 MHz |
Airspace in this area(5)
| 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 CENTRE B | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| 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 Sweers Island Resort Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Sweers Island Resort Airport?
The ICAO code for Sweers Island Resort Airport is YSWE.
Where is Sweers Island Resort Airport located?
Sweers Island Resort Airport is small airport located in Sweers Island, Australia, at an elevation of 23 ft (7 m).
How many runways does Sweers Island Resort Airport have?
Sweers Island Resort Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 3,608 ft / 1,100 m.
What time zone is Sweers Island Resort Airport in?
Sweers Island Resort Airport is in the Australia/Brisbane time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Sweers Island Resort Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Sweers Island Resort Airport is approximately 4.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Sweers Island Resort Airport?
The nearest airport to Sweers Island Resort Airport is Bentinck Island Airport (YBTK), about 3.1 nm to the nw, followed by Mornington Island Airport and Escott Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Sweers Island Resort Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.