Oakey Army Aviation Centre

YBOK / OKY

, AU

Last Updated
Jun 13, 11:00Z

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Currently using: YBWW
Weather Source: Toowoomba Wellcamp Airport (YBWW)
Distance: 9nm / 17km from YBOK

Current Weather

Display Units
Recent 32 min ago
11:00Z

☀️ Day
MVFR
Flight Rules
16°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 13°C
8 kt
100°
10+ km
Visibility
1,100 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

SPECI YBWW 131100Z AUTO 10008KT 9999 // BKN011 OVC017 OVC022 16/13 Q1028

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 1,335 ft
BKN 1,100 ft AGL
OVC 1,700 ft AGL
OVC 2,200 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
1,100 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,435 ft AMSL
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OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
1,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,035 ft AMSL
☁️
OVC
Overcast (8/8 sky coverage)
2,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,535 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Oakey Army Aviation Centre is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with overcast skies at 1,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (100°) at 8 knots. Runway 09/27 is favored with a 8-knot headwind and 1-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 1100 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 16°C (61°F) with a dewpoint of 13°C. The narrow temperature-dewpoint spread suggests high humidity and potential for visibility restrictions, especially during cooling periods.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 20 hours. Conditions are expected to fluctuate between VFR and MVFR. VFR pilots should be prepared for deteriorating conditions. Temporary MVFR conditions are forecast between 14:00Z and 22:00Z.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further. 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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Raw TAF
TAF AMD YBWW 131056Z 1310/1406 10010KT 9999 BKN010 FM131400 10010KT 9999 SCT010 BKN018 FM132300 09008KT CAVOK TEMPO 1314/1322 9999 BKN010
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:31Z BASE
+0h
MVFR 100° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft
14:00Z FM131400
+3h
MVFR 100° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,800 ft
23:00Z FM132300
+12h
VFR 90° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
14:00Z TEMPO
+3h
MVFR
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 1,000 ft

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BOK
05
23
09
27
14
32
H09L
H27R
H09R ✈️
H27L

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
05/23 2,999 ft 98 ft ASP 55°
5.7 kt 5.7 kt
45° angle
09/27 3,278 ft 75 ft ASP 99°
8.0 kt 0.1 kt
1° angle
14/32 5,410 ft 98 ft ASP 145°
5.7 kt 5.7 kt
45° angle
H09L/H27R 1,000 ft 95 ft ASP 98°
8.0 kt 0.3 kt
2° angle
✈️ H09R/H27L
Active: H09R
1,000 ft 95 ft ASP 100°
1.4 kt 7.9 kt
100° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Oakey Army Aviation Centre - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YBOK
IATA Code: OKY
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 1,335 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: AU
Latitude: -27.409262°
Longitude: 151.736727°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 05/23
Length: 2,999 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 09/27
Length: 3,278 ft
Width: 75 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 14/32
Length: 5,410 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway H09L/H27R
Length: 1,000 ft
Width: 95 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway H09R/H27L
Length: 1,000 ft
Width: 95 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Oakey Army Aviation Centre

Overview

Oakey Army Aviation Centre is a medium airport located in Queensland, Australia, serving military aviation operations. Situated at an elevation of 1,335 feet above mean sea level, the airport provides critical infrastructure for army aviation training and support missions.

Flying Conditions

The airport's elevation and inland location suggest potential for variable weather conditions typical of the Australian interior. Pilots should anticipate temperature and wind variations that can impact aircraft performance, particularly with multiple runway orientations offering wind flexibility.

Notable Features

Oakey Army Aviation Centre features three primary runways (05/23, 09/27, and 14/32) with lengths ranging from 2,999 to 5,410 feet, all constructed with asphalt surfaces. Additionally, the airport includes two helicopter landing areas (H09L/H27R and H09R/H27L), each 1,000 feet long, supporting diverse aviation operations.

Approach Considerations

With runways oriented at 05/23, 09/27, and 14/32, pilots have multiple approach options depending on wind conditions. The varied runway configurations provide operational flexibility, allowing aircraft to select the most suitable runway based on current meteorological conditions and wind direction.

Data Sources & Accuracy: Airport information sourced from OurAirports.com, a collaborative database of worldwide airport data. Weather data from official aviation weather services including NOAA Aviation Weather Center and international METAR/TAF providers. Information is updated regularly but pilots should always verify current conditions and NOTAMs through official channels before flight operations.

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.