Broome International Airport (YBRM/BME) — Broome, Australia
Broome International Airport (YBRM/BME) serves Broome, Australia. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (10/28). Field elevation is 56 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.
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Basic Airport Information
- ICAO: YBRM
- Name: Broome International Airport
- Type: medium_airport
- Category: International
- Latitude: -17.94879
- Longitude: 122.227409
- Elevation: 56 ft
- Country: Australia
- Municipality: Broome
- IATA Code: BME
- FAA Code: N/A
- FIR: YMMM
- Timezone: Australia/Perth
- Distance from City: N/A km
- VFR: Yes
- IFR: Yes
Runways
Runway 10/28
- Designation: 10/28
- Dimensions: 2368x45m
- Surface: ASP
- PCN: N/A
- Lighting: Lighted
- NAVAIDs: N/A
- Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), VOR/DME
- Remarks: N/A
Frequencies
- Tower: 126.000 MHz
- Ground: 121.700 MHz
- Operations: 123.900 MHz
- Traffic/Approach: N/A
- ATIS: 128.200 MHz
Operation Hours
- Extra Hours On Request: No
- Remarks: 0700-2300 local daily (Australia/Perth, UTC+8)
Contacts
- AIS Tel: N/A
- ARO Tel: N/A
- MET Tel: N/A
- Admin Tel: N/A
- Health Tel: N/A
- Police Tel: N/A
- Authorities Tel: N/A
- Website: www.broomeair.com.au
- Remarks: No phone numbers found in search results for AIS, MET, admin, health, police, or authority. Official website identified but lacks specified contacts. AIP/eAIP and government directories not in results.
Slots / PPR
- Slot Required: No
- PPR Required: No
- PPR Contact: Broome Airport Operations: +61 8 9194 6600; [email protected]; or via Airservices Australia ATIS.
- Remarks: Slots coordinated via Broome Tower or Airservices Australia for scheduled services; PPR via YBRM ATIS or phone.
Customs
- Open: 23:00
- Close: 15:00
- Phone: N/A
- Extra Hours On Request: Yes
- Remarks: Local hours: 0700-2300 ACST (UTC+9:30). Customs available on request outside hours with 24hr notice. Broome is an international airport with customs/immigration facilities.
Fees
- Landing Fee: AUD 18.27 per metric ton MTOW
- Parking Fee: AUD 5.00 per metric ton per 24 hours (first 6 hours free)
- Handling Mandatory: Yes
- Currency: AUD
- Remarks: Fees effective 1 July 2024. Landing fee minimum AUD 100. Parking fee applies after first 6 hours. Rates exclude GST.
Fuel Information
- Fuel Type: JET A-1
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-07
- Remarks: Data not accessible from specified sources
- Fuel Type: AVGAS 100LL
- Price/L: N/A
- Last Updated: 2026-04-07
- Remarks: Data not accessible from specified sources
Immigration
- Port of Entry: Yes
- GENDEC Required: Yes
- GAR Required: No
- Remarks: No US CBP preclearance. Landing permit required for international GA flights via Australian Border Force or diplomatic channels. APIS required for all international arrivals.
Restrictions
- Curfew Start: 03:00
- Curfew End: 11:00
- Noise Chapter Min: 3
- Remarks: Max wingspan: 45
Alternates
YDBY
- ICAO: YDBY
- Name: Derby Airport
- Distance (NM): 89.0
- Has IFR: No
- Port of Entry: No
- Immigration Remarks: N/A
YCIN
- ICAO: YCIN
- Name: RAAF Base Curtin
- Distance (NM): 94.0
- Has IFR: No
- Port of Entry: No
- Immigration Remarks: N/A
YFTZ
- ICAO: YFTZ
- Name: Fitzroy Crossing Airport
- Distance (NM): 190.5
- Has IFR: No
- Port of Entry: No
- Immigration Remarks: N/A
Airport Services
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Australia Permit Requirements
- Overflight Permit: No
- Landing Permit: Conditional
- Overflight Lead Time: N/A
- Landing Lead Time: Private non-revenue: 10 working days written notice. Charter (Form 094): 6-8 WEEKS (including CASA Charter Permission).
Private flights require advance customs notification (SmartGate/ABF). Biosecurity quarantine strict.
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Explore HistoryFrequently Asked Questions
- What are the operating hours of YBRM?
- Broome International Airport operates from 23:00 to 15:00.
- What is the tower frequency at YBRM?
- The tower frequency at Broome International Airport is 126.0 MHz.
- What fuel is available at YBRM?
- Broome International Airport offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.
- Does YBRM require landing permits?
- Yes, landing permits are required for Broome International Airport (Australia).
- Is customs available at YBRM?
- Yes, customs at Broome International Airport is available from 23:00 to 15:00.
- Where is YBRM located?
- Broome International Airport (YBRM) is located in Broome, Australia.
- What is the IATA code for YBRM?
- The IATA code for Broome International Airport is BME.
- How long is the runway at YBRM?
- The main runway at Broome International Airport (10/28) measures 2368x45m.
- Does YBRM have an ILS approach?
- Yes, Broome International Airport has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 10/28.
- Is YBRM a port of entry?
- Yes, Broome International Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.