Alcoota Station Airport

YALC

, AU

Last Updated
May 14, 20:30Z

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Currently using: YBAS
Weather Source: Alice Springs Airport (YBAS)
Distance: 66nm / 122km from YALC

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 14 min ago
20:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
13°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 12°C
0 kt
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YBAS 142030Z AUTO 00000KT 9999 // NCD 13/12 Q1018

Weather Briefing

VFR

Alcoota Station Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with clear skies and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are calm, presenting no crosswind concerns for any runway.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. Skies are clear with unlimited ceiling.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 13°C (55°F) with a dewpoint of 12°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 24 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 YBAS 141703Z 1418/1518 06005KT 9999 SCT014 FM150000 09006KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
20:43Z BASE
+0h
VFR 60° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
00:00Z FM150000
+4h
VFR 90° 6 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
ALC
12
30

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
12/30 3,999 ft 0 ft S
0.0 kt 0.0 kt
0° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Alcoota Station Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YALC
Type: small airport
Status: active
Elevation: 0 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: AU
Latitude: -22.833300°
Longitude: 134.449997°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 3,999 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: S
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Alcoota Station Airport

Alcoota Station Airport (YALC) is located in , AU . The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 3,999 feet.

Airport Overview

Alcoota Station Airport serves in AU. As a smaller airfield, services may be limited. Pilots should verify fuel availability and operating hours before arrival. The airport features 1 runway (12/30) with s surface. The longest runway measures 3,999 feet, adequate for light general aviation aircraft.

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 YALC, 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.