Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport

YBPN / PPP

Proserpine, AU

Last Updated
May 14, 19:00Z

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Currently using: YBHM
Weather Source: Hamilton Island Airport (YBHM)
Distance: 24nm / 44km from YBPN

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 9 min ago
19:00Z

🌙 Night
MVFR
Flight Rules
22°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 18°C
19 kt
150°
10+ km
Visibility
2,700 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YBHM 141900Z AUTO 15019KT 9999 // BKN027 BKN032 BKN043 22/18 Q1017

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 82 ft
BKN 2,700 ft AGL
BKN 3,200 ft AGL
BKN 4,300 ft AGL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
2,700 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
2,782 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
3,200 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,282 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
4,300 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
4,382 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

MVFR

Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport is currently reporting marginal VFR (MVFR) conditions with broken clouds at 2,700 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the south-southeast (150°) at 19 knots. Runway 11/29 is favored with a 15-knot headwind and 12-knot crosswind component. Student pilots and low-time aviators should exercise caution.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 2700 feet AGL (broken), placing conditions in the MVFR category.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 22°C (72°F) with a dewpoint of 18°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 12 hours. Conditions are expected to remain VFR throughout the forecast period. Expected weather includes: Light Showers Rain. Winds are forecast to reach up to 23 knots during the period.

Pilot Recommendations

VFR pilots should exercise caution. Consider filing IFR if instrument rated, or postponing the flight if conditions are expected to deteriorate further.

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 YBHM 141701Z 1418/1506 13023KT 9999 -SHRA BKN030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
19:08Z BASE
+0h
VFR 130° 23 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
Ceiling: 3,000 ft
Light Showers Rain

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Airport Runway Layout

N
BPN
06
24
11 ✈️
29

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
06/24 3,609 ft 98 ft ASP 67°
2.3 kt 18.9 kt
83° angle
✈️ 11/29
Active: 11
6,801 ft 148 ft ASP 115°
14.6 kt 12.2 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YBPN
IATA Code: PPP
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 82 ft MSL

Location

City: Proserpine
Country: AU
Latitude: -20.494416°
Longitude: 148.553583°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-10

Runway Information

Runway 06/24
Length: 3,609 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No
Runway 11/29
Length: 6,801 ft
Width: 148 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport

Overview

Proserpine Whitsunday Coast Airport serves the Whitsunday region in Queensland, Australia, providing critical aviation access to this coastal area. Located near the popular tourist destinations of the Whitsunday Islands, the airport supports regional and tourism-related air transportation with its medium-sized infrastructure and strategic coastal positioning.

Flying Conditions

The airport's relatively low elevation of 82 ft MSL suggests minimal terrain-related challenges for approach and departure. Being situated on the Queensland coast, pilots should anticipate potential maritime weather influences, including sea breezes, occasional tropical conditions, and potential wind variations typical of coastal environments.

Notable Features

The airport features two asphalted runways: a shorter 06/24 runway measuring 3,609 feet and a longer 11/29 runway extending 6,801 feet. The substantial length of the 11/29 runway provides flexibility for various aircraft types and operational requirements, accommodating regional and potentially larger commercial aircraft.

Approach Considerations

With two perpendicular runways, pilots have multiple approach options depending on prevailing wind conditions. The longer 11/29 runway offers additional operational advantages, potentially serving as the primary runway for most traffic. Pilots should assess current wind direction and airport-specific conditions during pre-flight planning to determine the most appropriate runway for arrival or departure.

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

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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.