Alfred Hospital Helipad

YAFD

Melbourne, AU

Last Updated
May 14, 17:30Z

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Currently using: YMML
Weather Source: Melbourne Airport (YMML)
Distance: 13nm / 24km from YAFD

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 29 min ago
17:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
10°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 8°C
9 kt
10°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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Raw METAR

METAR YMML 141730Z AUTO 01009KT 9999 // NCD 10/08 Q1027

Weather Briefing

VFR

Alfred Hospital Helipad is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the north (10°) at 9 knots.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 10°C (50°F) with a dewpoint of 8°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 YMML 141406Z 1415/1518 01008KT CAVOK FM142300 01018G28KT CAVOK FM150400 02012KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
17:59Z BASE
+0h
VFR 10° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
23:00Z FM142300
+6h
VFR 10° 18 kt
Visibility: >10km
04:00Z FM150400
+11h
VFR 20° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Alfred Hospital Helipad - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YAFD
Type: heliport
Status: active
Elevation: 80 ft MSL

Location

City: Melbourne
Country: AU
Latitude: -37.845260°
Longitude: 144.981300°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway information not available

About Alfred Hospital Helipad

Alfred Hospital Helipad (YAFD) is located in Melbourne, AU at an elevation of 80 feet MSL.

Airport Overview

Alfred Hospital Helipad serves Melbourne in AU.

Flight Planning

For current NOTAMs and operational information, consult the CASA publications. Weather data including METAR and TAF reports are typically available from nearby reporting stations if not directly from this airport. Before flight, verify current conditions through official channels and check Australian AIP for the latest aeronautical information.

Weather Information

When METAR observations are not available directly from YAFD, pilots can reference weather from nearby airports shown above. Consider distance and terrain differences when using alternate weather sources. For official flight planning, always use approved weather briefing services.

Data Sources: Airport data from OurAirports.com. Pilots should always verify current conditions through official channels before flight.

Official Data Sources

Weather NOAA Aviation Weather Center • International METAR/TAF Network
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.