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Meekatharra Airport - Airport Information
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About Meekatharra Airport
Overview
Meekatharra Airport serves the mining and regional transportation needs of Western Australia's Mid West region. Located in the central portion of Western Australia, the airport provides critical infrastructure for resource sector operations, local transportation, and emergency services in a remote inland area.
Flying Conditions
Situated at an elevation of 1,713 feet mean sea level, Meekatharra Airport experiences typical inland arid climate conditions characteristic of the Western Australian interior. Pilots should anticipate significant temperature variations between day and night, with potential thermal turbulence and rapidly changing surface wind conditions common to this elevated desert plateau environment.
Notable Features
The airport features two runways with substantially different lengths and surface compositions: Runway 09/27 is a longer 7,156-foot asphalt surface, while Runway 15/33 is a shorter 3,494-foot sand surface. This dual-runway configuration provides operational flexibility for different aircraft types and wind conditions in the challenging central Australian landscape.
Approach Considerations
Approach planning should consider the substantial difference between runways, with the longer asphalt runway (09/27) generally providing more favorable conditions for larger aircraft. Pilots should carefully evaluate current wind direction and strength when selecting runway, paying particular attention to potential crosswind components given the airport's exposed inland location.
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