Atherton Airport

YATN

Atherton, AU

Last Updated
Mar 5, 07:05Z

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Currently using: YBCS
Weather Source: Cairns International Airport (YBCS)
Distance: 26nm / 49km from YATN

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 25 min ago
07:05Z
☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
21 kt
160° G31 kt
10+ km
Visibility
2,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI YBCS 050705Z AUTO 16021G31KT 9999 // BKN026 OVC030 26/25 Q0998

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 2,450 ft
BKN 2,600 ft AGL
OVC 3,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,050 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,450 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD YBCS 050528Z 0506/0606 16018KT 9999 -SHRA BKN025 BECMG 0512/0514 17014KT 6000 SHRA FEW015 BKN020 BECMG 0519/0521 27014KT 8000 SHRA FEW015 BKN030 FM060400 33014KT 9999 -SHRA FEW020 BKN030 TEMPO 0506/0521 15020G35KT 1000 +SHRA BKN008 SCT025TCU TEMPO 0521/0606 27020G30KT 1000 +SHRA BKN008 SCT025TCU PROB30 TEMPO 0506/0606 VRB30G45KT 0500 +TSRA BKN005 SCT020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:29Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 160° 18 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,500 ft
Light Showers Rain
12:00Z BECMG
+5h
MVFR 170° 14 kt
Visibility: 6 km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Showers Rain
19:00Z BECMG
+12h
MVFR 270° 14 kt
Visibility: 8 km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
ATN
15L
33R ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15L/33R
Active: 33R
 3,815 ft 0 ft G 0°
↓ 20.7 kt • ↔ 3.6 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Atherton Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YATN
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 2,450 ft MSL

Location

City: Atherton
Country: AU
Latitude: -17.256402°
Longitude: 145.511482°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 15L/33R
Length: 3,815 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: G
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
160°@21kt
Density Alt
2450ft, 26°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

YMBA N/A
Mareeba Airport
12nm
23km
YBCS MVFR
Cairns International Airport
26nm
49km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Atherton Airport

Atherton Airport (YATN) is located in Atherton, AU at an elevation of 2,450 feet MSL. The airport has 1 runway (15L/33R), with the longest at 3,815 feet.

Airport Overview

Atherton Airport serves Atherton in AU. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (15L/33R) with g surface. The longest runway measures 3,815 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the CASA publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Australian AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from YATN, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Learn More

Relevant guides based on current conditions at YATN

How to Read METAR Reports
Decode aviation weather observations
Crosswind Landing Techniques
Handle 21kt winds safely
Current winds: 21 knots
Understanding Flight Categories
VFR, MVFR, IFR, and LIFR explained
Current: MVFR conditions
Density Altitude Explained
Critical for hot weather ops
Temp: 26°C
View all learning resources →

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
Airports OurAirports.com • Public domain airport database
NOTAMs FAA NOTAM System • ICAO NOTAM Distribution
Last updated: Jan 1, 1970 12:00 AM UTC

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.