Karratha Airport (YPKA / KTA)
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YPKA airport at a glance
- ICAO code
- YPKA
- IATA code
- KTA
- City
- Karratha
- Region
- Western Australia
- Country
- Australia
- Elevation
- 29 ft (9 m)
- Time zone
- Australia/Perth (UTC+8)
- Coordinates
- 20.7122° S, 116.7730° E
- Empty legs from
- 0
- Empty legs to
- 0
Weather & airport info YPKA
Current weather
Good visual conditions (VFR)observed 12 Oct, 23:00 UTC- Wind
- 13 kt (24 km/h) from west (260°)
- Visibility
- 10 km or more
- Clouds
- no significant clouds
- Temperature
- 21 °C (dew point 13 °C)
- Pressure (QNH)
- 1,016 hPa
Original weather report (METAR)
METAR YPKA 122300Z AUTO 26013KT 9999 // NCD 21/13 Q1016
Forecast (TAF)
- 12 Oct, 18:00–03:00 UTC14 kt (26 km/h) from west-southwest (250°) · visibility 10 km or more · no significant weather · no significant clouds
- 13 Oct, 03:00–12:00 UTCfrom20 kt (37 km/h) from west (280°) · visibility 10 km or more · no significant weather · no significant clouds
Original forecast (TAF)
TAF YPKA 121716Z 1218/1312 25014KT CAVOK FM130300 28020KT CAVOK
Airport
- Elevation
- 29 ft (9 m)
- Sunrise / Sunset
- 05:44 / 18:13 local time
Runways
| Runway | Length | Surface | Lighted |
|---|---|---|---|
| 08/26 | 2,280 m (7,480 ft) | asphalt | yes |
Radio frequencies
- CTAF: 127.35
For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports. Sources: aviationweather.gov (NOAA), OurAirports.
Airport map YPKA
Full screen →Runways white, taxiways yellow with designators, closed taxiways and runways per NOTAM in red.
Official charts
Aerodrome, approach and ground charts are published by the national air navigation service in its AIP:
Airservices Australia AIP →For information only, not for navigation. Always use current official charts and NOTAMs.
Current NOTAMs for YPKA
NOTAMs (Notices to Air Missions) announce short-term changes at an airport: closed runways or taxiways, unserviceable approach aids, obstacles, airspace restrictions.
We currently have no valid NOTAMs for YPKA.
For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date. Source: FAA NOTAM Management Service (SWIM).
Charter operators based here
Operators with a base at this airport.
- AviairBroome International (YBRM) · Turboprop, Piston aircraft
- PHI International AustraliaHelicopter
- PHI International New ZealandNelson (NZNS) · Helicopter
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YPKA airport FAQ
Are there any restrictions at Karratha airport (YPKA) today?
We currently have no valid NOTAMs for Karratha (YPKA). For information only, not for flight planning or operational use. Always rely on an official pre-flight briefing. This list may be incomplete or out of date.
What is the weather at Karratha airport (YPKA)?
According to the latest weather report for YPKA (METAR, 12 Oct, 23:00 UTC): Good visual conditions (VFR). Wind 13 kt (24 km/h) from west (260°), visibility 10 km or more, temperature 21 °C (dew point 13 °C). For information only, not for flight planning. Weather can change quickly; always rely on official reports.
How long are the runways at Karratha airport (YPKA)?
Karratha (YPKA) has one runway: runway 08/26 with 2,280 m (7,480 ft), asphalt.
What are the airport codes of Karratha Airport?
The ICAO code is YPKA and the IATA code is KTA. ICAO codes are used by air traffic control and pilots, e.g. in flight plans; IATA codes appear on tickets and baggage tags.
What is the elevation of YPKA airport?
Karratha Airport sits at 29 ft (9 m) above sea level. Local time zone: Australia/Perth.
Can I fly to YPKA by private jet?
Whether a private jet can operate into Karratha Airport depends on runway length, opening hours, customs and immigration rules as well as slot and handling availability, among other things. PrivJet checks this with the operating carrier for every request.
Are there empty legs from or to YPKA?
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