Walgett Airport — , Australia

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Searching for an airport code near ? Walgett Airport is identified as WGE (ICAO: YWLG).

Distance & flight time from WGE

Walgett Airport

Walgett Airport, coded WGE, serves the small town of Walgett in northwestern New South Wales, Australia, located at the confluence of the Barwon and Namoi rivers in a region historically significant to the Gamilaraay Aboriginal people. The airport supports Walgett's agricultural economy, centered on cotton, wheat, and sheep farming across the surrounding outback plains. WGE primarily accommodates small aircraft, including services tied to the Royal Flying Doctor Service, which plays a vital role given the region's distance from major medical facilities. Scheduled passenger flights have historically been limited, making WGE more significant for charter, agricultural, and emergency medical aviation than for regular commercial traffic.

Runways at Walgett Airport (WGE)

RunwayLengthWidthSurface
05/235335 ft (1626 m)98 ft (30 m)ASP
18/363783 ft (1153 m)98 ft (30 m)GRS

Radio frequencies for Walgett Airport (WGE)

TypeDescriptionFrequency
CTAFCTAF126.7 MHz
FSSBRISBANE CNTR127.1 MHz

Airports near Walgett Airport (WGE)

WGE is Walgett Airport in outback New South Wales, Australia, supporting the Royal Flying Doctor Service and agricultural aviation for this remote cotton and wheat farming region.

FAQ

What is the IATA code for Walgett Airport?

The IATA code for Walgett Airport is WGE.

What is the ICAO code for Walgett Airport?

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