Ballidu Airport

YBIU

, AU

Last Updated
May 15, 17:30Z

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Currently using: YPEA
Weather Source: RAAF Base Pearce (YPEA)
Distance: 76nm / 140km from YBIU

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
17:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
8°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 6°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
4,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YPEA 151730Z AUTO 00000KT 9999 // SCT037 BKN046 BKN061 08/06 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 995 ft
SCT 3,700 ft AGL
BKN 4,600 ft AGL
BKN 6,100 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,695 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,595 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,095 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Ballidu Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 4,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 4600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 8°C (46°F) with a dewpoint of 6°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 18 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF YPEA 151130Z 1512/1606 19006KT 9999 SCT040 FM151300 13010KT 9999 SCT045 FM151500 08005KT 9999 BKN040 FM160300 34005KT 9999 BKN040 FM160500 24008KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 190° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
03:00Z FM160300
+10h
VFR 340° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 4,000 ft
05:00Z FM160500
+12h
VFR 240° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BIU
06
24
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 2,690 ft 0 ft X
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
12/30 2,493 ft 0 ft X
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ballidu Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YBIU
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 995 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: AU
Latitude: -30.592693°
Longitude: 116.779288°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-8

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 2,690 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: X
ILS: No
Runway 12/30
Length: 2,493 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: X
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Ballidu Airport

Ballidu Airport (YBIU) is located in , AU at an elevation of 995 feet MSL. The airport has 2 runways (06/24, 12/30), with the longest at 2,690 feet.

Airport Overview

Ballidu 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 2 runways (06/24, 12/30) with x surface. The longest runway measures 2,690 feet, best suited for light aircraft with appropriate short-field capability.

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 YBIU, 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.

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.