Tumut Aerodrome — Tumut, Australia
← Looking for a different airport? Search hereThe airport code for Tumut Aerodrome (Tumut) is TUM — its ICAO code is YTMU.
Distance & flight time from TUM
Tumut Aerodrome
Tumut Aerodrome, coded TUM, serves the town of Tumut in the Snowy Mountains region of New South Wales, Australia, an area known for hydroelectric infrastructure, forestry, and proximity to the Snowy Mountains Scheme. Unlike major Australian airports, TUM functions primarily as a general aviation facility, supporting agricultural flying, small charter operations, and recreational pilots rather than scheduled commercial service. The aerodrome's grass or sealed runway, depending on conditions, accommodates light aircraft typical of rural Australian airstrips. Tumut's forestry industry and scenic mountain surroundings attract seasonal visitors, and TUM provides a practical access point for aerial agricultural work, emergency services, and private flying in this part of the Riverina and Snowy Mountains region.
Runways at Tumut Aerodrome (TUM)
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface |
|---|---|---|---|
| 17/35 | 3478 ft (1060 m) | 60 ft (18 m) | ASP |
Radio frequencies for Tumut Aerodrome (TUM)
| Type | Description | Frequency |
|---|---|---|
| CTAF | CTAF | 126.7 MHz |
| FSS | MELBOURNE CNTR | 119.5 MHz |
Airports near Tumut Aerodrome (TUM)
- Wagga Wagga Airport (WGA) — 71.1 km (44.2 mi)
- Cootamundra Airport (CMD) — 74.0 km (46.0 mi)
- Canberra Airport (CBR) — 86.7 km (53.9 mi)
- Corryong Airport (CYG) — 106.5 km (66.2 mi)
- Young Airport (NGA) — 112.6 km (70.0 mi)
- Temora Airport (TEM) — 115.3 km (71.6 mi)
- Cooma Snowy Mountains Airport (OOM) — 132.4 km (82.3 mi)
- Goulburn Airport (GUL) — 144.5 km (89.8 mi)
Tumut Aerodrome (TUM) serves New South Wales' Snowy Mountains region, supporting general aviation, agricultural flying, and light aircraft access to Australia's forestry and hydroelectric country.
FAQ
What is the IATA code for Tumut Aerodrome?
The IATA code for Tumut Aerodrome is TUM.
What is the ICAO code for Tumut Aerodrome?
The ICAO code for Tumut Aerodrome is YTMU. IATA codes are 3 letters used for baggage tags and booking; ICAO codes are 4 letters used by air traffic control and pilots.