Cootamundra Airport — , Australia
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Distance & flight time from CMD
Cootamundra Airport
Cricket fans might recognize Cootamundra as the birthplace of Sir Donald Bradman, one of the sport's most celebrated batsmen, and CMD serves this small New South Wales town nestled in the state's South West Slopes region. The airport primarily accommodates general aviation, agricultural aircraft, and occasional charter flights rather than any regular scheduled airline service, reflecting Cootamundra's modest population and its position within reasonable driving distance of larger regional centers like Wagga Wagga. Wheat, sheep, and cattle farming anchor the local economy, and light aircraft supporting these agricultural operations, along with private pilots and flying clubs, make up the bulk of the airfield's traffic. The town itself retains a strong sense of its pastoral heritage, and the airstrip fits that character as a purely functional piece of rural infrastructure.
Runways at Cootamundra Airport (CMD)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 10/28 | 2805 ft (855 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | GRS |
| 16/34 | 4682 ft (1427 m) | 60 ft (18 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Cootamundra Airport (CMD)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.7 MHz |
| FSS | MELBOURNE CNTR | 124.1 MHz |
Airports near Cootamundra Airport (CMD)
- Young Airport (NGA) — 45.3 km (28.1 mi)
- Temora Airport (TEM) — 53.1 km (33.0 mi)
- Tumut Aerodrome (TUM) — 74.0 km (46.0 mi)
- Wagga Wagga Airport (WGA) — 79.3 km (49.3 mi)
- Cowra Airport (CWT) — 103.1 km (64.1 mi)
- West Wyalong Airport (WWY) — 109.0 km (67.7 mi)
- Canberra Airport (CBR) — 130.0 km (80.8 mi)
- Narrandera Airport (NRA) — 139.7 km (86.8 mi)
CMD lies in the South West Slopes of New South Wales, roughly 380 kilometers southwest of Sydney, and mainly handles light aircraft rather than any scheduled commercial airline route.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Cootamundra Airport?
The IATA code for Cootamundra Airport is CMD.
What is the ICAO code for Cootamundra Airport?
The ICAO code for Cootamundra Airport is YCTM. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.