Westward Downs Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
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About Westward Downs Airport
Westward Downs Airport is a small airport in Broughams Gate, Australia (ICAO YWSD). It has 2 runways, the longest 3,280 ft / 1,000 m. It observes Australia/Sydney local time. The nearest airport is Broughams Gate Airport (AU-0493), about 14.1 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YWSDLive 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 (2)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 3,280 ft / 1,000 m | — | C | Unlit | Open |
| 27B / 09B | 2,296 ft / 700 m | — | C | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.600 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 122.300 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 126.000 MHz |
Airspace in this area(7)
| 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 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE A | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE | Class E | Controlled | GND | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE 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 Westward Downs Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Westward Downs Airport?
The ICAO code for Westward Downs Airport is YWSD.
Where is Westward Downs Airport located?
Westward Downs Airport is small airport located in Broughams Gate, Australia.
How many runways does Westward Downs Airport have?
Westward Downs Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 3,280 ft / 1,000 m.
What time zone is Westward Downs Airport in?
Westward Downs Airport is in the Australia/Sydney time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Westward Downs Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Westward Downs Airport is approximately 8.2° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Westward Downs Airport?
The nearest airport to Westward Downs Airport is Broughams Gate Airport (AU-0493), about 14.1 nm to the ssw, followed by Nundooka Station Airport and Pimpara Lake Station Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Westward Downs Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.