Watson River Airport
Daylight today(Jul 18, 2026, local time)
About 11h 26m 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 Watson River Airport
Watson River Airport is a small airport in Australia (ICAO YWTV). It has 1 runway, the longest 4,593 ft / 1,400 m. It observes Australia/Brisbane local time. The nearest airport is Merluna Airport (MLV), about 16.1 nm to the ne.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YWTVLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 09 / 27 | 4,593 ft / 1,400 m | — | N | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (2)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 122.100 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 121.200 MHz |
Airspace in this area(11)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY B | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY C | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| CONTINENTAL AUSTRALIA CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | FL125 | FL245 |
| R604A SCHERGER | Special use | Restricted | 4000 ft MSL | FL125 |
| R604B SCHERGER | Special use | Restricted | FL125 | FL245 |
| D606 SCHERGER | Special use | Danger | GND | FL125 |
| R607A SCHERGER | Special use | Restricted | FL125 | FL245 |
| R607B SCHERGER | Special use | Restricted | FL245 | FL600 |
| D602 SCHERGER | Special use | Danger | GND | 4000 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 Watson River Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Watson River Airport?
The ICAO code for Watson River Airport is YWTV.
Where is Watson River Airport located?
Watson River Airport is small airport located in Australia.
How many runways does Watson River Airport have?
Watson River Airport has 1 runway, the longest being 4,593 ft / 1,400 m.
What time zone is Watson River Airport in?
Watson River Airport is in the Australia/Brisbane time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Watson River Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Watson River 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 Watson River Airport?
The nearest airport to Watson River Airport is Merluna Airport (MLV), about 16.1 nm to the ne, followed by Aurukun Airport and Merapah Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Watson River Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.