Ballina Byron Gateway Airport

YBNA / BNK

Ballina, AU

Last Updated
Mar 4, 09:00Z

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Weather Source: Gold Coast Airport (YBCG)
Distance: 40nm / 74km from YBNA

Current Weather

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Recent 38 min ago
09:00Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
25°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
6 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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Raw METAR

METAR YBCG 040900Z AUTO 12006KT 9999 // SCT030 25/20 Q1013

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 7 ft
SCT 3,000 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,007 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF YBCG 040817Z 0409/0506 11007KT 9999 SCT025 FM041200 23005KT 9999 -SHRA SCT025 FM042200 14010KT 9999 -SHRA SCT030 FM050300 12011KT 9999 -SHRA BKN025 INTER 0422/0506 5000 SHRA BKN015
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
09:37Z BASE
+0h
VFR 110° 7 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
12:00Z FM041200
+3h
VFR 230° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
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Airport Runway Layout

N
BNA
06 ✈️
24

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
6,234 ft 98 ft ASP 74°
3.0 kt 5.2 kt
60° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Ballina Byron Gateway Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YBNA
IATA Code: BNK
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 7 ft MSL

Location

City: Ballina
Country: AU
Latitude: -28.833236°
Longitude: 153.561471°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 6,234 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Ballina Byron Gateway Airport

Overview

Ballina Byron Gateway Airport serves the northeastern coastal region of New South Wales, Australia, providing critical aviation services for the local community and regional transportation. Located near the town of Ballina at a low elevation of 7 ft MSL, the airport supports medium-sized aircraft operations and connects the Byron Bay region to broader transportation networks.

Flying Conditions

The airport's coastal location at -28.833236, 153.561471 suggests potential for variable maritime weather conditions, with potential for sea breezes and coastal wind patterns. Pilots should anticipate potential wind shifts and moderate humidity typical of the subtropical Australian coastal environment.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway (06/24) with a substantial length of 6,234 feet constructed with asphalt surface. Its low elevation and coastal positioning suggest minimal terrain complexity for approach and departure procedures, offering relatively straightforward navigation requirements.

Approach Considerations

Runway 06/24's extended length provides flexibility for various aircraft types, with potential wind-based runway selection depending on prevailing conditions. The airport's geographic position near the coast may introduce wind variability, recommending careful pre-flight wind assessment and potential crosswind considerations during approach and landing.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

Official Data Sources

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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.