Current Weather
Raw METAR
Weather Briefing
VFRAyers Rock Connellan Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.
Wind Analysis
Winds are from the east (100°) at 9 knots. Runway 13/31 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 5-knot crosswind component.
Visibility & Ceiling
Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.
Temperature & Moisture
Temperature is 9°C (48°F) with a dewpoint of 5°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.
Pilot Recommendations
Conditions are favorable for visual flight.
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Airport Runway Layout
Runway Information
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Heading | Wind Component |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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✈️ 13/31
Active: 13
|
8,527 ft | 98 ft | ASP | 130° |
↑ 7.8 kt
•
↔ 4.5 kt
30° angle
|
Weather Statistics - YAYE
398 observations | Jul 2026 - Jul 2026Flight Rules Distribution
Ayers Rock Connellan Airport enjoys predominantly VFR conditions, with visual flight rules prevailing 89.4% of the time. Prevailing winds are from the E averaging 5.7 knots. Temperatures typically range between 5°C and 22°C with an average of 12.9°C. The best months for VFR flying are July.
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Statistics computed from 398 METAR observations (Jul 2026 - Jul 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.
Ayers Rock Connellan Airport - Airport Information
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About Ayers Rock Connellan Airport
Overview
Ayers Rock Connellan Airport serves the Yulara community and tourism region near Uluru in central Australia. Located at 1,626 feet mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical access to one of Australia's most remote and iconic destinations, supporting tourism and regional transportation in the Northern Territory.
Flying Conditions
The airport experiences typical central Australian desert climate conditions with significant temperature variations between day and night. Elevation at 1,626 ft MSL and geographic location suggest potential for thermal turbulence and rapid temperature changes that could impact aircraft performance and approach characteristics.
Notable Features
The single runway 13/31 measuring 8,527 feet in length is constructed with asphalt surface, providing substantial landing and takeoff capacity for medium-sized aircraft. The airport's isolated location in the Australian interior means pilots should anticipate limited immediate diversionary options and prepare accordingly for potential challenging environmental conditions.
Approach Considerations
With a single runway oriented 13/31, pilots should carefully assess wind direction and runway alignment during approach and landing. The substantial runway length of 8,527 feet provides significant margin for safe operations, but the desert environment requires careful performance calculations and attention to ambient temperature effects on aircraft capabilities.
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