Battery Downs Airport

YBTS

, AU

Last Updated
May 15, 00:30Z

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Currently using: YBTL
Weather Source: Townsville Airport / RAAF Base Townsville (YBTL)
Distance: 53nm / 98km from YBTS

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
00:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
26°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
16 kt
110°
10+ km
Visibility
11,500 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YBTL 150030Z 11016KT 9999 FEW030 SCT050 BKN115 26/18 Q1019

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 0 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
SCT 5,000 ft AGL
BKN 11,500 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,000 ft AMSL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,000 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
11,500 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
11,500 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Battery Downs Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 11,500 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (110°) at 16 knots. Runway 12/30 is favored with a 16-knot headwind and 3-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 11500 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 26°C (79°F) with a dewpoint of 18°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 19 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period.

Pilot Recommendations

Conditions are favorable for visual flight.

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 YBTL 142205Z 1423/1518 13012KT 9999 SCT030 FM150200 10017KT 9999 FEW030 SCT040 FM150800 13012KT 9999 SCT030 FM151300 16009KT 9999 SCT025
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
00:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
02:00Z FM150200
+2h
VFR 100° 17 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
08:00Z FM150800
+8h
VFR 130° 12 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BTS
12
30 ✈️

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 12/30
Active: 30
3,280 ft 0 ft N
15.8 kt 2.8 kt
170° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Battery Downs Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

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

Location

City:
Country: AU
Latitude: -19.433300°
Longitude: 145.850006°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 12/30
Length: 3,280 ft
Width: 0 ft
Surface: N
ILS: No

Nearby Airports

VFR MVFR IFR LIFR No Data

About Battery Downs Airport

Battery Downs Airport (YBTS) is located in , AU . The airport has 1 runway (12/30), with the longest at 3,280 feet.

Airport Overview

Battery Downs 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 n surface. The longest runway measures 3,280 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 YBTS, 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.