Williamson Airport
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About Williamson Airport
Williamson Airfield is located near Rockhampton, Queensland, Australia within the Shoalwater Bay Military Training Area.
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Live weather
YWISLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 / 32 | 5,928 ft / 1,807 m | 98 ft | Asp | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.700 MHz |
| FSS | BRISBANE CNTR | 119.550 MHz |
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| ROCKHAMPTON CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| ROCKHAMPTON CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| BRISBANE CENTRE A | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| EAST COAST CTA E2 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY A1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| WILLIAMSON QLD (YWIS) UNCR | Class G | ATZ | GND | FL999 |
| R695B HERBERT CREEK | Special use | Restricted | 2000 ft MSL | 6000 ft MSL |
| R695C HERBERT CREEK | Special use | Restricted | 6000 ft MSL | FL999 |
| R695A HERBERT CREEK | Special use | Restricted | GND | 2000 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 Williamson Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Williamson Airport?
The ICAO code for Williamson Airport is YWIS.
Where is Williamson Airport located?
Williamson Airport is small airport located in Australia, at an elevation of 89 ft (27 m).
How many runways does Williamson Airport have?
Williamson Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 5,928 ft / 1,807 m.
What time zone is Williamson Airport in?
Williamson Airport is in the Australia/Brisbane time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Williamson Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Williamson Airport is approximately 8.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Williamson Airport?
The nearest airport to Williamson Airport is Hollins Bay Airport (YHOY), about 14.3 nm to the nnw, followed by Collins Island Airfield and The Plains Airfield Shoal water bay RAAF.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Williamson Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.