Wittenoom Gorge Airport
Daylight today(Aug 31, 2026, local time)
About 11h 39m 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 Wittenoom Gorge Airport
Wittenoom Gorge Airport (IATA: WIT, ICAO: YWIT) was an airfield located in Wittenoom, Pilbara region of Western Australia. In the 1950s, it played a key role in Wittenoom’s asbestos industry by facilitating the immigration of workers. It was operated by the Department of Civil Aviation, and was closed in 1993.
Summary from Wikipedia, photo via Wikimedia Commons, licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YWITNOTAMs
YWITReference 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(8)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PERTH CTA A | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY B | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
Approximate bounding-box match from OpenAIP · all Australia airspace. Reference only — consult official charts for exact boundaries and status.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Wittenoom Gorge Airport?
The ICAO code for Wittenoom Gorge Airport is YWIT.
Where is Wittenoom Gorge Airport located?
Wittenoom Gorge Airport is closed located in Wittenoom, Australia, at an elevation of 444 ft (135 m).
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wittenoom Gorge Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.