Meekatharra Airport — , Australia

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The airport code for Meekatharra Airport () is MKR — its ICAO code is YMEK.

Distance & flight time from MKR

Meekatharra Airport

MKR designates Meekatharra Airport, serving the small outback town of Meekatharra in the Mid West region of Western Australia. Once a significant gold mining center, Meekatharra retains importance as a hub for the Royal Flying Doctor Service and remote pastoral stations scattered across the vast, sparsely populated Murchison region. MKR handles regular passenger services connecting to Perth as well as charter flights supporting mining exploration and agricultural operations. Given the enormous distances and minimal road infrastructure in this part of the outback, MKR functions as a critical lifeline for residents needing medical evacuation, supplies, and connection to the rest of Western Australia.

Runways at Meekatharra Airport (MKR)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
09/277156 ft (2181 m)98 ft (30 m)ASP
15/333494 ft (1065 m)98 ft (30 m)SAN

Radio frequencies for Meekatharra Airport (MKR)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
CTAFCTAF126.7 MHz
FSSMELBOURNE CNTR122.6 MHz

Airports near Meekatharra Airport (MKR)

MKR is Meekatharra Airport in the WA outback, a Royal Flying Doctor Service base. Searchers usually want Perth flight connections to this remote mining region.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Meekatharra Airport?

The IATA code for Meekatharra Airport is MKR.

What is the ICAO code for Meekatharra Airport?

The ICAO code for Meekatharra Airport is YMEK. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.