Bowen Airport
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About Bowen Airport
Bowen Airport is located at Bowen, Queensland, Australia.
Summary from Wikipedia licensed under CC BY-SA.
Live weather
YBWNLive 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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 04 / 22 | 4,399 ft / 1,341 m | — | G | Unlit | Open |
| 12 / 30 | 3,290 ft / 1,003 m | — | G | Unlit | Open |
Radio frequencies (3)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.700 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 120.200 MHz |
| MISC | MISC | 135.500 MHz |
Airspace in this area(12)
| Name | Class | Type | Floor | Ceiling |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| MELBOURNE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A2 | Class A | CTA | FL245 | FL600 |
| BRISBANE FIR CTA A1 | Class A | CTA | FL180 | FL245 |
| SWAMPY CTA C3 | Class C | CTA | FL125 | FL155 |
| SWAMPY CTA C4 | Class C | CTA | FL155 | FL180 |
| SWAMPY CTA C2 | Class C | CTA | 8500 ft MSL | FL125 |
| 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 A1 | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| BRISBANE EFREQUENCY | Class E | Controlled | 8500 ft MSL | FL180 |
| BOWEN QLD (YBWN) CERT | Special use | RMZ | GND | FL999 |
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 Bowen Airport.
Frequently asked questions
What is the ICAO code for Bowen Airport?
The ICAO code for Bowen Airport is YBWN, and its IATA code is ZBO.
Where is Bowen Airport located?
Bowen Airport is small airport located in Bowen, Australia, at an elevation of 8 ft (2 m).
How many runways does Bowen Airport have?
Bowen Airport has 2 runways, the longest being 4,399 ft / 1,341 m.
What time zone is Bowen Airport in?
Bowen Airport is in the Australia/Brisbane time zone (UTC+10:00).
What is the magnetic variation at Bowen Airport?
The magnetic variation (declination) at Bowen Airport is approximately 7.8° E, per the World Magnetic Model. Variation changes slowly over time — always use the current value charted for navigation.
What airports are near Bowen Airport?
The nearest airport to Bowen Airport is cape cloucester airstrip 300m length (AU-0276), about 13.6 nm to the ese, followed by Hideaway Bay Airport and Shute Harbour/Whitsunday Airport.
Is the information on this page suitable for flight planning?
No. Bowen Airport data here is for reference and training only — not for navigation. Always consult official sources and current charts before any flight.