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Ararat Airport - Airport Information
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About Ararat Airport
Overview
Ararat Airport is a medium-sized airport located in western Victoria, Australia, serving the local Ararat region. Positioned at 1008 feet above mean sea level with coordinates at -37.309978, 142.988688, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for the surrounding agricultural and rural area.
Flying Conditions
The airport's elevation of 1008 ft MSL and inland location suggest potential for variable weather conditions typical of the Victorian inland region. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and wind variations, particularly given the airport's terrain and seasonal climate changes.
Notable Features
Ararat Airport features two runways: a 2,165-foot grass runway (04/22) and a 4,068-foot asphalt runway (12/30). The presence of both grass and asphalt surfaces offers operational flexibility for different aircraft types and weather conditions, with the longer asphalt runway providing enhanced accessibility.
Approach Considerations
Runway 12/30, being the longer asphalt runway at 4,068 feet, likely serves as the primary operational runway for most aircraft. Pilots should assess current wind conditions to determine the most appropriate runway, with careful consideration of the runway's orientation and the surrounding terrain's potential wind effects.
Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.
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Disclaimer: Data is provided for informational purposes only. Pilots must verify all information through official sources before flight operations. Weather conditions change rapidly; always obtain a current briefing from approved weather services.