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Thargomindah Airport - Airport Information
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About Thargomindah Airport
Overview
Thargomindah Airport serves the remote township of Thargomindah in southwestern Queensland, Australia. Located at an elevation of 433 feet above mean sea level, this medium-sized airport provides critical aviation infrastructure for a sparsely populated region of the Australian outback.
Flying Conditions
The airport's inland location suggests significant temperature variations and potential for challenging thermal conditions typical of the Australian interior. Pilots should anticipate potential wind variability given the airport's two runways oriented at different angles, which provide flexibility for landing in changing wind conditions.
Notable Features
The airport features two runways: a gravel (GVL) runway 04/22 measuring 2,776 feet, and an asphalt (ASP) runway 13/31 extending 4,800 feet. The longer asphalt runway provides enhanced operational capabilities, particularly for larger aircraft and during varied weather conditions.
Approach Considerations
With runways aligned at 04/22 and 13/31, pilots have options for approach based on prevailing wind conditions. The substantial difference in runway lengths (2,776ft vs 4,800ft) offers operational flexibility, with the longer 13/31 runway providing more robust landing and takeoff parameters for different aircraft types.
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