Tindal Airport

YPTN / KTR

, AU

Last Updated
May 15, 11:30Z

Current Weather

Display Units
Fresh 17 min ago
11:30Z

☀️ Day
VFR
Flight Rules
27°C
Temperature
Dewpoint: 21°C
5 kt
120°
10+ km
Visibility
7,600 ft
Ceiling
Above Ground Level
--
QNH
Altimeter Setting

Raw METAR

METAR YPTN 151130Z AUTO 12005KT 9999 // SCT054 BKN076 27/21 Q1011

Clouds - Visual Profile

12,000ft
9,000ft
6,000ft
3,000ft
Ground
Field Elev: 443 ft
SCT 5,400 ft AGL
BKN 7,600 ft AGL
SCT
Scattered (3/8-4/8 sky coverage)
5,400 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
5,843 ft AMSL
☁️
BKN
Broken (5/8-7/8 sky coverage)
7,600 ft
AGL (Above Ground)
8,043 ft AMSL

Weather Briefing

VFR

Tindal Airport is currently reporting visual flight rules (VFR) conditions with broken clouds at 7,600 feet and 10 miles or greater visibility.

Wind Analysis

Winds are from the east-southeast (120°) at 5 knots. Runway 14/32 is favored with a 5-knot headwind and 2-knot crosswind component.

Visibility & Ceiling

Visibility is unrestricted. The ceiling is 7600 feet AGL (broken), well above standard VFR minimums.

Temperature & Moisture

Temperature is 27°C (81°F) with a dewpoint of 21°C, indicating moderate moisture conditions.

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.

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 YPTN 150514Z 1506/1606 09008KT CAVOK FM151500 09005KT 9999 SCT015 FM160000 08010KT CAVOK
Upcoming Changes (Next 12 Hours)
11:46Z BASE
+0h
VFR 90° 8 kt
Visibility: >10km
15:00Z FM151500
+4h
VFR 90° 5 kt
Visibility: 10+ km

24-Hour Weather Evolution

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Airport Runway Layout

N
PTN
14 ✈️
32

Runway Information

Runway Length Width Surface Heading Wind Component
✈️ 14/32
Active: 14
9,003 ft 150 ft ASP 139°
4.7 kt 1.7 kt
20° angle
🟢 Active Runway: Best headwind component for current conditions
⬆️ Headwind: Favorable wind component
↔️ Crosswind: ≤10kt Safe, 11-15kt Caution, >15kt Challenging

Weather Statistics - YPTN

12,726 observations | Sep 2025 - May 2026

Flight Rules Distribution

VFR
78.2%
MVFR
14.2%
IFR
4.4%
LIFR
3.2%

Tindal Airport typically experiences VFR conditions 78.2% of the time, though instrument-rated pilots will find IFR weather present approximately 7.6% of observations. Prevailing winds are from the NW averaging 6.8 knots, with gusts recorded up to 31 knots. Temperatures typically range between 15°C and 41°C with an average of 27.8°C. The best months for VFR flying are September, May, October.

Wind Analysis

Prevailing Direction: NW (315°)
Average Speed: 6.8 kt
Maximum Recorded: 31 kt
Calm Winds: 5.1%
Direction Distribution:
E
14.7%
N
15.4%
S
5.3%
W
11.1%
NE
5.5%
NW
19.9%
SE
18.7%
SW
4.3%

Temperature Range

Average: 27.8°C
Range: 15°C to 41°C
15°C 41°C

Visibility

Average: 10 SM
Below 3 SM: 0%
Fog Frequency: 0.6%

Best Months for VFR

September May October

Runway Wind Analysis

Runway 14/32
Favorable wind: 100%
Avg crosswind: 3.2 kt

Statistics computed from 12,726 METAR observations (Sep 2025 - May 2026). Data sourced from official aviation weather services. Updated daily.

Tindal Airport - Airport Information

Airport Details

ICAO Code: YPTN
IATA Code: KTR
Type: medium airport
Status: active
Elevation: 443 ft MSL

Location

City:
Country: AU
Latitude: -14.521100°
Longitude: 132.378006°
Time Zone: Etc/GMT-9

Runway Information

Runway 14/32
Length: 9,003 ft
Width: 150 ft
Surface: ASP
ILS: No

About Tindal Airport

Overview

Tindal Airport is a medium-sized airport located in northern Australia, serving the Katherine region in the Northern Territory. Positioned at an elevation of 443 feet MSL, the airport provides critical aviation infrastructure in a remote area with coordinates at -14.521100, 132.378006.

Flying Conditions

Weather conditions at Tindal are predominantly VFR, with 85.4% of observations showing favorable visual flight conditions. The prevailing northwest wind at 315° averages 6.6 knots, with temperatures ranging from 16°C to 41°C and an average of 28.9°C. September through November offer the most consistent VFR flying weather.

Notable Features

The airport features a single runway 14/32 measuring 9,003 feet with an asphalt surface. Wind data indicates 100% runway favorability, with an average crosswind of just 3.4 knots. Calm wind conditions occur 5.7% of the time, providing relatively stable approach and departure environments.

Approach Considerations

Runway 14/32 offers excellent wind alignment, with prevailing northwest winds providing minimal crosswind challenges. The extensive 9,003-foot runway length accommodates a wide range of aircraft operations. Pilots should anticipate warm temperatures and generally stable visual meteorological conditions, especially during the recommended VFR months of September, October, and November.

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.