Bathurst Island Airport

YBTI / BRT

Wurrumiyanga, AU

Last Updated
May 15, 04:00Z

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Currently using: YPDN
Weather Source: Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin (YPDN)
Distance: 42nm / 78km from YBTI

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 24 min ago
04:00Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
33°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
15 kt
70°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YPDN 150400Z AUTO 07015KT 9999 // SCT045 33/21 Q1009

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 67 ft
SCT 4,500 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
4,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,567 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Bathurst Island Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with scattered clouds at 4,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-northeast (70°) at 15 knots. Runway 15/33 is favored with a 3-knot headwind and 15-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: scattered at 4,500 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 33°C (91°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating relatively dry conditions. High temperatures at this elevation may result in significant density altitude effects. Pilots should calculate density altitude and adjust performance expectations accordingly.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 27 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

This briefing is generated from real-time METAR and TAF data. Always verify with official sources before flight.

Forecast (TAF)

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TAF YPDN 150215Z 1503/1606 03012KT CAVOK FM151500 10009KT 9999 FEW020 FM160000 08011KT 9999 FEW030 FM160400 03012KT 9999 FEW030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
04:23Z BASE
+0h
VFR 30° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km
15:00Z FM151500
+11h
VFR 100° 9 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BTI
15 ✈️
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 15/33
Active: 15
4,823 ft 98 ft ASP 150°
2.6 kt 14.8 kt
80° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Bathurst Island Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YBTI
IATA Code: BRT
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 67 ft MSL

Location

City: Wurrumiyanga
Country: AU
Latitude: -11.764966°
Longitude: 130.615774°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 15/33
Length: 4,823 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Bathurst Island Airport

Overview

Bathurst Island Airport serves the community of Wurrumiyanga, located in the Northern Territory of Australia. Situated at an elevation of 67 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the Tiwi Islands region. The airport supports essential regional connectivity and community access in a remote geographical area.

Flying Conditions

The airport's tropical location suggests potential for variable weather conditions typical of northern Australian coastal regions. Pilots should anticipate potential convective activity and rapid weather changes characteristic of the monsoon-influenced climate. The single runway (15/33) measuring 4,823 feet with an asphalted surface provides a substantial landing area for regional aircraft operations.

Notable Features

Bathurst Island's geographical position presents unique navigational considerations, with coastal terrain and potential maritime weather influences. The airport's coordinates (-11.764966, 130.615774) indicate its proximity to coastal environments, which can generate localized wind and visibility variations. The 15/33 runway orientation suggests potential crosswind scenarios that pilots must carefully evaluate during approach and landing.

Approach Considerations

Runway 15/33's 4,823-foot length accommodates medium-sized regional aircraft with adequate margin for safe operations. Given the airport's tropical location, pilots should conduct thorough pre-flight weather assessments and be prepared for potential rapid meteorological changes. Standard instrument approach procedures and visual flight rules should be carefully reviewed prior to arrival at this remote island airport.

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.