Warraber Island Airport facts for kids
Quick facts for kids
Warraber Island Airport
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| Airport type | Private | ||||||||||
| Operator | Torres Strait Island Regional Council | ||||||||||
| Location | Sue Islet | ||||||||||
| Elevation AMSL | 10 ft / 3 m | ||||||||||
| Coordinates | 10°12′24″S 142°49′24″E / 10.20667°S 142.82333°E | ||||||||||
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Location in Queensland
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Warraber Island Airport (SYU, YWBS) is a small airport in Sue Islet, Queensland, Australia. It helps people travel to and from the island. The airport was first called Nelson Airport. It officially opened on November 26, 1977.
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Warraber Island Airport: Your Gateway to the Torres Strait
Warraber Island Airport is a key part of life for people living on Sue Islet. Sue Islet is one of the many islands in the Torres Strait Islands. The airport makes it easier for residents and visitors to travel. It connects the island to other places in Queensland.
What is Warraber Island Airport?
An airport is a place where airplanes take off and land. Warraber Island Airport is a "private" airport. This means it is not owned by the government. Instead, it is managed by a specific group. This airport helps people move around the Torres Strait.
Who Runs the Airport?
The airport is operated by the Torres Strait Island Regional Council. This council is a local government body. They help manage services for the Torres Strait Islands. They make sure the airport runs smoothly and safely.
Getting There: Airlines and Destinations
Even though it's a small airport, Warraber Island Airport connects to several places. Airlines fly in and out regularly. This helps people visit family, go to school, or get supplies.
Flights from Warraber Island
The main airline flying from Warraber Island is Skytrans Airlines. They offer flights to nearby islands and towns.
- Skytrans Airlines flies to:
- Coconut Island
- Horn Island
- Saibai Island
- Yam Island
Quick Facts About the Airport
Warraber Island Airport has some important features. These help planes land and take off safely.
Runway Details
The airport has one main runway. A runway is the long strip where planes speed up to take off or slow down after landing.
- The runway is numbered 12/30.
- It is about 720 meters (2,362 feet) long.
- The surface of the runway is paved, which means it's made of a hard material like asphalt.
Location and Height
The airport is located on Sue Islet. Its height above sea level is 10 feet (about 3 meters). This information is important for pilots. The airport's exact location is given by coordinates: 10°12′24″S 142°49′24″E. These numbers help pinpoint its spot on a map.
See also
- List of airports in Queensland
