Kingscote Airport

YKSC / KGC

, AU

Last Updated
Apr 22, 21:30Z

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Weather Source: Adelaide International Airport (YPAD)
Distance: 68nm / 125km from YKSC

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 26 min ago
21:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
11°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 9°C
5 kt
50°
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Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YPAD 222130Z 05005KT CAVOK 11/09 Q1024

Weather Briefing

VFR

Kingscote Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the northeast (50°) at 5 knots. Runway 06/24 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 11°C (52°F) with a dewpoint of 9°C. The temperature-dewpoint spread is very narrow, indicating saturated or near-saturated air. Fog formation or low cloud development is likely.

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. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread creates risk of fog formation, particularly during evening and early morning hours.

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 AMD YPAD 222008Z 2221/2400 04010KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
21:55Z BASE
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VFR 40° 10 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
KSC
01
19
06 ✈️
24
15
33

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
01/19 4,600 ft 98 ft ASP 22°
4.4 kt 2.3 kt
28° angle
✈️ 06/24
Active: 06
3,720 ft 98 ft GVL 67°
4.9 kt 0.9 kt
10° angle
15/33 3,819 ft 98 ft GVL 157°
1.5 kt 4.8 kt
107° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Kingscote Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YKSC
IATA Code: KGC
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 24 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: AU
Latitude: -35.713902°
Longitude: 137.520996°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 01/19
Length: 4,600 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 06/24
Length: 3,720 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No
Runway 15/33
Length: 3,819 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: GVL
ILS: No

About Kingscote Airport

Overview

Kingscote Airport serves Kangaroo Island in South Australia, providing critical transportation infrastructure for this regional location. Located at coordinates -35.713902, 137.520996, the airport operates at an elevation of 24 feet mean sea level, supporting medium airport classification.

Flying Conditions

Situated in a coastal maritime environment, Kingscote Airport experiences variable wind conditions across its three runways. The airport's multiple runway configurations (01/19, 06/24, and 15/33) offer flexibility for pilots responding to changing wind directions, with runway lengths ranging from 3,720 to 4,600 feet.

Notable Features

The airport features three runways with different surface compositions: one asphalted (01/19) and two gravel (06/24 and 15/33). The runway lengths provide accommodation for regional aircraft operations, with the longest runway (01/19) extending 4,600 feet, offering substantive operational capabilities for medium-sized aircraft.

Approach Considerations

Pilots should carefully evaluate current wind conditions given the airport's three-runway configuration, which allows for multiple approach options. The runway lengths and surface variations suggest careful pre-flight planning, particularly for aircraft performance considerations relative to specific runway characteristics.

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

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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.