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Wiluna Airport - Airport Information
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Overview
Wiluna Airport is a medium-sized airport located in Western Australia at coordinates -26.629200, 120.221001, situated at an elevation of 1,649 feet above mean sea level. The airport serves the remote mining and regional transportation needs of the Wiluna area, providing critical infrastructure for aircraft operations in this inland region of Western Australia.
Flying Conditions
The airport's inland location and elevation suggest potential for variable weather conditions typical of the Australian interior, with significant temperature fluctuations between day and night. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and dust considerations given the airport's desert/arid region positioning, which can impact visibility and surface wind conditions.
Notable Features
Wiluna Airport features two runways with different surface compositions: Runway 03/21 is constructed of sand (SAN) and measures 3,999 feet in length, while Runway 15/33 is an asphalt (ASP) surface extending 5,942 feet. The longer asphalt runway provides more flexibility for aircraft operations, with significant length to accommodate a variety of aircraft types common to regional and resource sector aviation.
Approach Considerations
Runway orientation suggests potential crosswind considerations, particularly with the 03/21 and 15/33 runway alignments. Pilots should carefully assess wind conditions and runway length when planning approaches, with the 5,942-foot ASP runway (15/33) offering the most comprehensive operational parameters for most aircraft types operating in this region.
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