Garden Point Airport

YGPT / GPN

Pirlangimpi, AU

Last Updated
May 15, 01:30Z

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Currently using: YPDN
Weather Source: Darwin International Airport / RAAF Darwin (YPDN)
Distance: 67nm / 123km from YGPT

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 28 min ago
01:30Z

🌙 Night
VFR
Flight Rules
30°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 22°C
12 kt
80°
10+ km
Visibility
Ceiling
Unlimited
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QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YPDN 150130Z AUTO 08012KT 9999 // FEW030 30/22 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 90 ft
FEW 3,000 ft AGL
🌤️
FEW
Few (1/8-2/8 sky coverage)
3,000 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
3,090 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Garden Point Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with few clouds at 3,000 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east (80°) at 12 knots. Runway 04/22 is favored with a 9-knot headwind and 8-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. No ceiling exists. Cloud layers reported: few at 3,000 ft.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 30°C (86°F) with a dewpoint of 22°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

Forecast Outlook

The TAF forecast covers the next 30 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 YPDN 142326Z 1500/1606 10010KT 9999 FEW020 FM150300 03012KT CAVOK FM151500 10009KT 9999 FEW020 FM160000 08011KT 9999 FEW030 FM160400 03012KT 9999 FEW030
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
01:57Z BASE
+0h
VFR 100° 10 kt
Visibility: 10+ km
03:00Z FM150300
+2h
VFR 30° 12 kt
Visibility: >10km

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Airport Runway Layout

N
GPT
04 ✈️
22

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 04/22
Active: 04
4,314 ft 98 ft COP 46°
9.2 kt 7.7 kt
40° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Garden Point Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YGPT
IATA Code: GPN
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 90 ft MSL

Location

City: Pirlangimpi
Country: AU
Latitude: -11.399686°
Longitude: 130.425568°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 04/22
Length: 4,314 ft
Width: 98 ft
Surface: COP
ILS: No

About Garden Point Airport

Overview

Garden Point Airport serves the remote community of Pirlangimpi on the Tiwi Islands in Australia's Northern Territory. Located at coordinates -11.399686, 130.425568, this medium-sized airport provides critical transportation infrastructure for the region, connecting the isolated community to broader Australian aviation networks.

Flying Conditions

Being situated in tropical northern Australia, Garden Point Airport experiences significant seasonal weather variations typical of the region. Pilots should anticipate potential challenging conditions during the wet season, with higher humidity, potential thunderstorm activity, and reduced visibility that can impact flight operations.

Notable Features

The airport sits at an elevation of 90 feet above mean sea level, with a single runway (04/22) measuring 4,314 feet long and categorized as a COP (Condition of Pavement) surface. Its geographic position on the Tiwi Islands presents unique navigational considerations, with surrounding terrain and coastal influences potentially affecting local wind patterns.

Approach Considerations

Runway 04/22 provides the primary approach avenue, with its orientation suggesting potential crosswind scenarios depending on prevailing meteorological conditions. Pilots should carefully assess wind direction and runway length when planning arrivals and departures, ensuring adequate performance margins for the airport's specific environmental context.

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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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.