Hervey Bay Airport

YHBA / HVB

Hervey Bay, AU

Last Updated
Mar 5, 02:30Z

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Currently using: YBSU
Weather Source: Sunshine Coast Airport (YBSU)
Distance: 77nm / 143km from YHBA

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 19 min ago
02:30Z
🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
28°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 20°C
11 kt
140°
10+ km
Visibility
5,300 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YBSU 050230Z AUTO 14011KT 9999 // FEW045 BKN053 28/20 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 60 ft
FEW 4,500 ft AGL
BKN 5,300 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,560 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
5,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,360 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF AMD YBSU 042320Z 0500/0600 13014KT 9999 -SHRA SCT030 FM050900 12010KT 9999 -SHRA SCT015 FM051400 12006KT 9999 -SHRA BKN015 FM052200 10014KT 9999 -SHRA SCT015 BKN020 INTER 0500/0509 5000 SHRA BKN015 INTER 0509/0513 08014KT 3000 SHRA BKN008 SCT018TCU TEMPO 0513/0600 08014KT 3000 SHRA BKN008 SCT018TCU
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
02:49Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Light Showers Rain
09:00Z FM050900
+7h
VFR 120° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Light Showers Rain
14:00Z FM051400
+12h
MVFR 120° 6 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,500 ft
Light Showers Rain
13:00Z TEMPO
+11h
LIFR 80° 14 kt
Visibility: 3 km
Ceiling: 800 ft
Showers Rain

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
HBA
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
 6,561 ft 98 ft ASP 119°
↑ 9.5 kt • ↔ 5.5 kt
30° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Hervey Bay Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YHBA
IATA Code: HVB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 60 ft MSL

Location

City: Hervey Bay
Country: AU
Latitude: -25.320127°
Longitude: 152.880662°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 11/29
Length: 6,561 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
140°@11kt
Density Alt
60ft, 28°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

YBUD N/A
Bundaberg Airport
39nm
73km
YBSU VFR
Sunshine Coast Airport
77nm
143km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Hervey Bay Airport

Overview

Hervey Bay Airport serves the coastal region of Queensland, Australia, providing essential air connectivity for the Wide Bay-Burnett area. Located at coordinates -25.320127, 152.880662, the airport supports regional and general aviation operations with its medium-sized infrastructure and single asphalt runway.

Flying Conditions

The airport sits at an elevation of 60 feet mean sea level, offering relatively low-altitude operations typical of coastal Queensland environments. Pilots can expect maritime influence on local weather patterns, with potential for sea breezes and variable wind conditions affecting runway 11/29.

Notable Features

The airport's 6,561-foot asphalt runway (11/29) provides substantial length for most medium-sized aircraft operations. Its coastal location suggests potential for rapid weather changes and visibility variations typical of Queensland's subtropical climate zone.

Approach Considerations

Runway 11/29 orientation suggests potential crosswind challenges, with approaches potentially influenced by coastal wind patterns. Pilots should anticipate maritime terrain characteristics and be prepared for potential wind shifts during approach and landing phases.

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.

Learn More

Relevant guides based on current conditions at YHBA

How to Read METAR Reports
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Handle 11kt winds safely
Current winds: 11 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.