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Birdsville Airport - Airport Information
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About Birdsville Airport
Overview
Birdsville Airport (YBDV) serves the remote Queensland outback community of Birdsville, located in a challenging desert environment. As a medium-sized airport with two runways, it provides critical aviation infrastructure for regional transportation, emergency services, and support of remote communities in southwestern Queensland.
Flying Conditions
The airport sits at an elevation of 159 feet MSL, situated in an arid region with typically dry and stable atmospheric conditions. Pilots should anticipate significant temperature variations between day and night, characteristic of desert environments, which can impact aircraft performance and fuel considerations.
Notable Features
The airport features two runways: a clay surface runway 03/21 measuring 3,937 feet, and an asphalt runway 14/32 extending 5,682 feet. The longer asphalt runway provides more robust landing options and potentially supports larger aircraft operations in this remote location.
Approach Considerations
With two perpendicular runways, pilots have flexibility in approach direction based on wind conditions. The 14/32 runway, being longer and paved, will likely be the preferred option for most aircraft, offering more consistent surface conditions and better handling characteristics in the challenging outback environment.
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