Warracknabeal Airport

YWKB / WKB

, AU

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Warracknabeal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YWKB
IATA Code: WKB
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 397 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: AU
Latitude: -36.321098°
Longitude: 142.419006°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 08/26
Length: 4,501 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 17/35
Length: 2,503 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GRS
ILS: No

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About Warracknabeal Airport

Overview

Warracknabeal Airport serves the rural community in northwestern Victoria, Australia, situated near the town of Warracknabeal. As a medium-sized airport with two runways, it provides essential aviation infrastructure for the region's agricultural and general aviation activities. The airport's elevation of 397 feet above mean sea level indicates its position in the relatively flat terrain of the Wimmera district.

Flying Conditions

The airport's location suggests potential for variable weather conditions typical of inland Victoria, with potential wind shifts between runways. The presence of two runways (08/26 and 17/35) with different surfaces and lengths allows pilots flexibility in handling changing meteorological conditions. The longer 4,501-foot asphalted runway (08/26) provides the primary all-weather surface for most aircraft operations.

Notable Features

Warracknabeal Airport features two distinct runways with significantly different characteristics: a 4,501-foot asphalted runway (08/26) and a shorter 2,503-foot grass runway (17/35). The airport's geographical coordinates at -36.321098, 142.419006 place it in a region known for its expansive agricultural landscapes. Pilots should be prepared for potential crosswind scenarios due to the runway orientation.

Approach Considerations

Runway selection will likely depend on prevailing wind conditions, with the longer asphalted runway (08/26) being preferred for most aircraft operations. The two-runway configuration provides options for landing and takeoff under varying wind conditions. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and runway surface conditions when planning approaches to this regional airport.

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