Mareeba Airport

YMBA / MRG

Mareeba, AU

Last Updated
Mar 7, 07:06Z

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Currently using: YBCS
Weather Source: Cairns International Airport (YBCS)
Distance: 22nm / 41km from YMBA

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
07:06Z
☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 25°C
7 kt
300°
10+ km
Visibility
1,900 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI YBCS 070706Z AUTO 30007KT 9999 // BKN019 BKN063 OVC080 27/25 Q1003

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,560 ft
BKN 1,900 ft AGL
BKN 6,300 ft AGL
OVC 8,000 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,900 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,460 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
6,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
7,860 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
8,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
9,560 ft AMSL

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF YBCS 070507Z 0706/0806 36014KT 9999 -SHRA SCT010 SCT020 BKN023 FM071100 33012KT 9999 -SHRA SCT010 SCT016 BKN022 TEMPO 0706/0712 34015G25KT 1000 +SHRA BKN008 SCT020TCU INTER 0712/0803 3000 SHRA BKN010 SCT020TCU PROB30 TEMPO 0706/0712 VRB20G30KT 0500 +TSRA BKN005 SCT020CB
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
07:20Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 360° 14 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,300 ft
Light Showers Rain
11:00Z FM071100
+4h
MVFR 330° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 2,200 ft
Light Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
↑
MBA
10
28 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 10/28
Active: 28
 4,938 ft 98 ft ASP 108°
↑ 6.6 kt • ↔ 2.4 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Mareeba Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YMBA
IATA Code: MRG
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,560 ft MSL

Location

City: Mareeba
Country: AU
Latitude: -17.070277°
Longitude: 145.424228°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 10/28
Length: 4,938 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

Flight Planning Tools

Crosswind
300°@7kt
Density Alt
1560ft, 27°C
Performance
Takeoff/Landing
Regions
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Nearby Airports

YBCS MVFR
Cairns International Airport
22nm
41km
VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Mareeba Airport

Overview

Mareeba Airport is a medium airport located in Mareeba, Queensland, Australia, situated at coordinates -17.070277, 145.424228. The airport sits at an elevation of 1560 feet above mean sea level, serving regional aviation needs in the Far North Queensland area.

Flying Conditions

Located in a tropical region, Mareeba Airport experiences significant seasonal weather variations typical of northern Australian climates. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variations along the 10/28 runway, which measures 4,938 feet in length and is asphalted, providing substantial landing and takeoff options.

Notable Features

The airport's relatively high elevation at 1,560 feet MSL means aircraft performance calculations must account for density altitude effects, particularly during warmer periods. Its single asphalt runway (10/28) provides flexibility for different wind conditions and aircraft types operating in the region.

Approach Considerations

Approach planning should consider the runway's 4,938-foot length and the airport's elevated terrain. Pilots should be prepared for potential thermal and orographic effects common in the surrounding mountainous landscape of Far North Queensland when planning arrivals and departures.

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.

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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.