Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport

YBPN / PPP

Proserpine, AU

Last Updated
Mar 7, 07:30Z

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Currently using: YBHM
Weather Source: Hamilton Island Airport (YBHM)
Distance: 24nm / 44km from YBPN

Current Weather

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Fresh 11 min ago
07:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
13 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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Raw METAR

METAR YBHM 070730Z AUTO 01013KT 9999 // FEW027 28/25 Q1005

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 82 ft
FEW 2,700 ft AGL
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FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,782 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF YBHM 070510Z 0706/0718 36018KT 9999 -SHRA SCT010 BKN020 FM070900 35018KT 9999 -SHRA SCT008 BKN014 FM071200 35018KT 9999 -SHRA BKN008 TEMPO 0706/0718 01020G30KT 1000 +SHRA SCT004 BKN008 SCT020TCU PROB30 TEMPO 0706/0708 VRB30G40KT 0500 +TSRA BKN003 SCT020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:41Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 360° 18 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,000 ft
Light Showers Rain
09:00Z FM070900
+2h
IFR 350° 18 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,400 ft
Light Showers Rain
12:00Z FM071200
+5h
IFR 350° 18 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 800 ft
Light Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BPN
06 ✈️
24
11
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
3,609 ft 98 ft ASP 67°
8.4 kt 10.0 kt
50° angle
11/29 6,801 ft 148 ft ASP 115°
3.4 kt 12.6 kt
105° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YBPN
IATA Code: PPP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 82 ft MSL

Location

City: Proserpine
Country: AU
Latitude: -20.494416°
Longitude: 148.553583°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 3,609 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 6,801 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport

Overview

Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport serves the Whitsunday region in Queensland, Australia, providing critical aviation access to this coastal area. Located near the popular tourist destinations of the Whitsunday Islands, the airport supports regional and tourism-related air transportation with its medium-sized infrastructure and strategic coastal positioning.

Flying Conditions

The airport's relatively low elevation of 82 ft MSL suggests minimal terrain-related challenges for approach and departure. Being situated on the Queensland coast, pilots should anticipate potential maritime weather influences, including sea breezes, occasional tropical conditions, and potential wind variations typical of coastal environments.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalted runways: a shorter 06/24 runway measuring 3,609 feet and a longer 11/29 runway extending 6,801 feet. The substantial length of the 11/29 runway provides flexibility for various aircraft types and operational requirements, accommodating regional and potentially larger commercial aircraft.

Approach Considerations

With two perpendicular runways, pilots have multiple approach options depending on prevailing wind conditions. The longer 11/29 runway offers additional operational advantages, potentially serving as the primary runway for most traffic. Pilots should assess current wind direction and airport-specific conditions during pre-flight planning to determine the most appropriate runway for arrival or departure.

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

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.