Batchelor Airport

YBCR

, AU

Last Updated
Mar 5, 02:00Z

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Currently using: YPDN
Weather Source: Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin (YPDN)
Distance: 39nm / 73km from YBCR

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 21 min ago
02:00Z
🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
10 kt
260°
10+ km
Visibility
∞
Ceiling
Unlimited
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YPDN 050200Z AUTO 26010KT 9999 // SCT065 28/25 Q1004

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 0 ft
SCT 6,500 ft AGL
⛅
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
6,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
6,500 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF YPDN 042316Z 0500/0606 26010KT 9999 -SHRA SCT012 BECMG 0500/0501 26017KT 9999 -SHRA SCT020 FM051100 24012KT 9999 -SHRA SCT015 FM060100 25017KT 9999 -SHRA SCT020 TEMPO 0513/0602 26020G30KT 1500 +SHRA BKN006 SCT015TCU INTER 0500/0505 27015G25KT 2000 SHRA BKN008 SCT020TCU INTER 0511/0513 26015G25KT 2000 SHRA BKN008 SCT020TCU INTER 0602/0606 26020G30KT 1500 +SHRA BKN006 SCT015TCU PROB30 TEMPO 0515/0602 VRB25G40KT 0500 +TSRA BKN005 SCT015CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:21Z BASE
+0h
VFR 260° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Light Showers Rain
11:00Z FM051100
+9h
VFR 240° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Light Showers Rain
13:00Z TEMPO
+11h
LIFR 260° 20 kt
Visibility: 1.5 km
Ceiling: 600 ft
Heavy Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Showers Rain, Heavy Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
BCR
14
32 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 32
 5,249 ft 0 ft B 0°
↑ 5.0 kt • ↔ 8.7 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Batchelor Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YBCR
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 0 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: AU
Latitude: -13.056630°
Longitude: 131.028804°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 5,249 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: B
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
260°@10kt
Density Alt
0ft, 28°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

YPDN VFR
Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin
39nm
73km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Batchelor Airport

Batchelor Airport (YBCR) is located in , AU . The airport has 1 runway (14/32), with the longest at 5,249 feet.

Airport Overview

Batchelor Airport serves 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 (14/32) with b surface. The longest runway measures 5,249 feet, accommodating most general aviation and regional 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 YBCR, 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 YBCR

How to Read METAR Reports
Decode aviation weather observations
Crosswind Landing Techniques
Handle 10kt winds safely
Current winds: 10 knots
Density Altitude Explained
Critical for hot weather ops
Temp: 28°C
How to Read TAF Forecasts
Interpret terminal forecasts
TAF available
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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.