Lockhart River Airport — Lockhart River, Australia
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Lockhart River Airport (Lockhart River) is IRG — its ICAO code is YLHR.
Distance & flight time from IRG
Lockhart River Airport
IRG serves Lockhart River, a remote Aboriginal community on Australia's Cape York Peninsula in far north Queensland. Lockhart River Airport is a vital connector for this isolated coastal settlement, which has no all-weather road access to major towns and relies heavily on air transport for mail, medical evacuations, supplies, and passenger travel. The airport gained international attention following a fatal 2005 crash involving a Transair flight, which led to significant scrutiny of regional aviation safety standards in Australia. Today IRG continues to operate scheduled flights, typically turboprop services, linking the community to Cairns and other regional centers, underscoring its role as essential infrastructure rather than a leisure travel hub in this tropical, sparsely populated part of Queensland.
Runways at Lockhart River Airport (IRG)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 4919 ft (1499 m) | 98 ft (30 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Lockhart River Airport (IRG)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.7 MHz |
| FSS | BRISBANE CNTR | 122.1 MHz |
Airports near Lockhart River Airport (IRG)
- Coen Airport (CUQ) — 110.3 km (68.5 mi)
- Weipa Airport (WEI) — 150.4 km (93.5 mi)
- Horn Island Airport (HID) — 268.4 km (166.8 mi)
- Kowanyama Airport (KWM) — 343.6 km (213.5 mi)
- Cooktown Airport (CTN) — 358.2 km (222.6 mi)
- Daru Airport (DAU) — 411.6 km (255.8 mi)
- Cairns International Airport (CNS) — 525.4 km (326.5 mi)
- Mareeba Airport (MRG) — 527.9 km (328.0 mi)
IRG searches often relate to the 2005 Lockhart River air crash history or to checking flight schedules for this remote Cape York community with no reliable road access.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Lockhart River Airport?
The IATA code for Lockhart River Airport is IRG.
What is the ICAO code for Lockhart River Airport?
The ICAO code for Lockhart River Airport is YLHR. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.