Wollongong Hospital Helipad
Daylight today(Jul 16, 2026, local time)
About 10h 4m 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 Wollongong Hospital Helipad
Wollongong Hospital Helipad is a heliport in Wollongong, Australia (ICAO YXWL). It sits at an elevation of 160 ft (49 m). It observes Australia/Sydney local time. The nearest airport is Shellharbour Airport (WOL), about 9.4 nm to the ssw.
Summary generated from this airport’s structured data — reference only.
Live weather
YXWLLive 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 (0)
No runway data recorded for this airport.
Airspace in this area(14)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| SYDNEY CTA C09 | Class C | CTA | 4500 ft MSL | 7500 ft MSL |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C1 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| SOUTH-EASTERN CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| SYDNEY CTA C11 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL115 |
| SYDNEY CTA C12 | Class C | CTA | FL115 | FL125 |
| SYDNEY CTA C10 | Class C | CTA | 7500 ft MSL | 8500 ft MSL |
| EAST COAST CTA E2 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| MELBOURNE CENTRE B | Class E | Controlled | GND | 6000 ft MSL |
| EAST COAST CTA E1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| SYDNEY 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.
Tall obstacles nearby
| Obstacle | Height AGL | Top (MSL) | Lit |
|---|---|---|---|
| Obstacle | 279 ft | 207 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 279 ft | 26 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 279 ft | 66 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 279 ft | 92 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 279 ft | 72 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 262 ft | 157 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 249 ft | 197 ft | — |
| Obstacle | 230 ft | 36 ft | — |
Tallest obstacles within ~10 nm. Data via OpenAIP. Reference only — consult official charts.
Nearby airports
Great-circle distance and true bearing from Wollongong Hospital Helipad.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Wollongong Hospital Helipad?
The ICAO code for Wollongong Hospital Helipad is YXWL.
Where is Wollongong Hospital Helipad located?
Wollongong Hospital Helipad is heliport located in Wollongong, Australia, at an elevation of 160 ft (49 m).
What time zone is Wollongong Hospital Helipad in?
Wollongong Hospital Helipad is in the Australia/Sydney time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Wollongong Hospital Helipad?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Wollongong Hospital Helipad is approximately 12.9° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Wollongong Hospital Helipad?
The nearest airport to Wollongong Hospital Helipad is Shellharbour Airport (WOL), about 9.4 nm to the ssw, followed by Wedderburn Aerodrome and Tadji Park Airstrip.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Wollongong Hospital Helipad data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.