Halls Creek Airport

YHLC / HCQ

, AU

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Halls Creek Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YHLC
IATA Code: HCQ
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,346 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: AU
Latitude: -18.233900°
Longitude: 127.669998°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,839 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 08/26
Length: 3,104 ft
Width: 59 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

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About Halls Creek Airport

Overview

Halls Creek Airport serves the remote Kimberley region of Western Australia, located in a significant transport corridor for regional and resource-sector aviation. Positioned at an elevation of 1,346 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical infrastructure for connecting this geographically isolated area with broader transportation networks.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevated location and tropical latitude suggest variable meteorological conditions typical of northern Australian environments. Pilots should anticipate potential thermal activity and significant diurnal temperature variations that can impact aircraft performance, especially given the airport's substantial elevation.

Notable Features

Halls Creek Airport features two runways with distinct characteristics: Runway 04/22 is a longer asphalted surface measuring 4,839 feet, while Runway 08/26 is a shorter gravel surface extending 3,104 feet. The presence of multiple runways allows for operational flexibility based on wind conditions and aircraft type.

Approach Considerations

The runway configuration suggests wind-adaptive approach options, with the longer asphalt runway (04/22) likely serving as the primary surface for most aircraft operations. Pilots should carefully assess current wind vectors and runway surface conditions, particularly when considering the gravel Runway 08/26 for alternative approach and landing scenarios.

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Official Data Sources

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