Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross — Nowra Hill, Australia
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross (Nowra Hill) is NOA — its ICAO code is YSNW.
Distance & flight time from NOA
Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross
NOA designates Naval Air Station Nowra, also known as HMAS Albatross, located in Nowra Hill, Australia. It is the home of the Royal Australian Navy's Fleet Air Arm and functions as a military airfield rather than a public airport, supporting helicopter and fixed-wing squadrons used for naval aviation training, maritime patrol, and search-and-rescue operations. The base has operated since the 1940s and remains central to Australian naval air capability, including support for the country's amphibious and anti-submarine warfare programs. NOA occasionally hosts air shows open to the public, but day-to-day operations are strictly military, with no scheduled commercial passenger flights using the airfield.
Runways at Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross (NOA)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 6713 ft (2046 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
| 08/26 | 6870 ft (2094 m) | 148 ft (45 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross (NOA)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| APP | APP | 123.5 MHz |
| ATIS | ATIS | 28.04 MHz |
| CLD | CLNC DEL | 128.35 MHz |
| CTAF | CTAF | 118.85 MHz |
| FSS | MELBOURNE CNTR | 121.2 MHz |
| GND | GND | 135.85 MHz |
| TWR | TWR | 118.85 MHz |
Airports near Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross (NOA)
- Shellharbour Airport (WOL) — 48.4 km (30.1 mi)
- Goulburn Airport (GUL) — 76.0 km (47.2 mi)
- Camden Airport (CDU) — 101.9 km (63.3 mi)
- Moruya Airport (MYA) — 111.8 km (69.5 mi)
- Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI) — 119.2 km (74.1 mi)
- Sydney Bankstown Airport (BWU) — 121.0 km (75.2 mi)
- Sydney Kingsford Smith International Airport (SYD) — 125.5 km (78.0 mi)
- Canberra Airport (CBR) — 128.9 km (80.1 mi)
NOA is HMAS Albatross, a Royal Australian Navy air base near Nowra, not a commercial airport. Searches for this code usually relate to naval aviation, air shows, or military career and base information.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross?
The IATA code for Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross is NOA.
What is the ICAO code for Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross?
The ICAO code for Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross is YSNW. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.