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Sunshine Coast Airport (YBSU/MCY) — Maroochydore, Australia

At a glance

Operating hours
21:00–13:00 UTC
Customs
20:00–12:00 UTC (on request)
Port of entry
Yes
Fuel
JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL
Tower
124.400
Runways
13/31
Elevation
15 ft

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Runways 4/4
Frequencies 4/4
Operations 2/2
Fuel 1/1
Contacts 2/2
Additional Info 10/10
Observed Activity · Oct 27
34 aircraft observed within 6 NM · 20 on the ground · busiest hour 00:00Z
2026-10-142026-10-27
Distinct ADS-B aircraft seen within 6 NM below 10,000 ft AGL per UTC day · community-feed coverage varies · not official movement totals
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: YBSU
  • Name: Sunshine Coast Airport
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: International
  • Latitude: -26.593325
  • Longitude: 153.083191
  • Elevation: 15 ft
  • Country: Australia
  • Municipality: Maroochydore
  • IATA Code: MCY
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: YMMM
  • Timezone: Australia/Brisbane
  • Distance from City: 6.0 km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 13/31

  • Designation: 13/31
  • Dimensions: 9186 X 148
  • Surface: Asphalt
  • PCN: 690/F/B/X/T
  • Lighting: MIRL, RTIL, PAPI 3.0° 67ft
  • NAVAIDs: ILS CAT I RWY 13/31; SU VOR/DME 113.8
  • Approach Types: ILS CAT I, RNAV (GPS), RNAV (RNP), VOR/DME
  • Remarks: RWY 13 TODA 2685m (gradient 2.47%); RWY 31 TODA 2860m (gradient 2.91%). TWY F south of TWY B1 and TWY C restricted to max 36m wingspan (B737/A320). TWY M and TWY J restricted to max 20m wingspan and 10,000 kg. GA parking apron unlit, restricted to HJ ops only. Code D and Code E aircraft restricted to TWY A1, TWY A between TWY A1 and TWY F, TWY B1, APN TWY B between TWY B1 and TWY G, TWY F north of TWY B1. Southern Apron Bays 1-3 decommissioned. ARFF Cat 7 operational MON 2045-1320 UTC, TUE-SUN 2

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Frequencies

  • Tower: 124.400 MHz
  • Ground: 121.100 MHz
  • Operations: 129.000 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: Tower 124.4 MHz; Ground 121.1 MHz; Brisbane Centre 129.0 MHz; ATIS 114.2 MHz MHz
  • ATIS: 114.200 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 21:00 – 13:00
Tuesday 21:00 – 13:00
Wednesday 21:00 – 13:00
Thursday 21:00 – 13:00
Friday 21:00 – 13:00
Saturday 21:00 – 13:00
Sunday 21:00 – 13:00
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: Operating hours 0700-2300 local AEST (UTC+10), equivalent 2100-1300 UTC. Airport does not observe daylight saving time (Queensland).

Contacts

  • AIS Tel: +61754582955
  • ARO Tel: N/A
  • MET Tel: N/A
  • Admin Tel: +611300993543
  • Health Tel: N/A
  • Police Tel: N/A
  • Authorities Tel: +61 7 4580 4354
  • Website: https://www.sunshinecoastairport.com.au
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: Yes
  • PPR Required: Yes
  • PPR Contact: [email protected] or +61 7 5413 8700
  • Remarks: Slots required for scheduled commercial IFR via Airservices Australia. PPR required for all operations outside 22:00-03:00 LT, all jets, and commercial ops. GA/CTR not subject to slots.

Customs

  • Open: 20:00
  • Close: 12:00
  • Phone: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: Yes
  • Remarks: Customs operating hours 06:00-22:00 AEST (UTC+10), i.e. 20:00-12:00 UTC. Available on request with advance notice outside these hours.

Fees

  • Landing Fee: AUD 14.00 per metric ton MTOW (minimum AUD 50)
  • Parking Fee: AUD 2.50 per metric ton per 24 hours; first 6 hours free
  • Handling Mandatory: No
  • Currency: AUD
  • Remarks: Fees applicable to aircraft over 5,700 kg MTOW. Rates per Sunshine Coast Airport Charges effective 1 July 2024.

Fuel Information

  • Fuel Type: JET A-1
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-07
  • Remarks: Viva Energy Australia (Airport Refuelling Services) daily 1900-1000 UTC. 30 min prior notice required. After-hours surcharges apply.
  • Fuel Type: AVGAS 100LL
  • Price/L: N/A
  • Last Updated: 2026-04-07
  • Remarks: Available 24H via self-service bowser (carnet and credit card).

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • APIS Required: Yes
  • GAR Required: No
  • Remarks: Notify ABIS 60 minutes prior to arrival. No US CBP preclearance.

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Restrictions

  • Curfew Start: 17:00
  • Curfew End: 07:00
  • Noise Chapter Min: 4
  • Remarks: Curfew 03:00-21:00 LT (17:00-11:00 UTC). Max wingspan on TWY F south of TWY B1 and TWY C: 36m (B737/A320 equivalent). TWY M and TWY J restricted to max 20m wingspan and 10,000 kg. TWY B2 and APN TWY B between TWY B1 and TWY B3 restricted to max B737/A321. TWY B3 restricted to max 24m wingspan and 10,000 kg. Aircraft over 5.7 t: 48 hrs PNR. ARFF Cat 7 operational: Mon 2045-1320 UTC, Tue-Sun 2045-1155 UTC. Water rescue service available.

Alternates

YBBN

  • ICAO: YBBN
  • Name: Brisbane Intl
  • Distance (NM): 47.5
  • Has IFR: Yes
  • Port of Entry: Yes
  • Immigration Remarks: No US CBP Preclearance. Landing permit not required for scheduled flights; GA may need overflight/landing permissions via Airservices Australia. APIS mandatory for international arrivals.

YAMB

  • ICAO: YAMB
  • Name: RAAF Base Amberley
  • Distance (NM): 65.8
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: Not recorded
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

YKRY

  • ICAO: YKRY
  • Name: Kingaroy Airport
  • Distance (NM): 66.7
  • Has IFR: No
  • Port of Entry: Not recorded
  • Immigration Remarks: N/A

Airport Services

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Australia Permit Requirements

Medium Landing: 5d
  • 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 / GA Operations:

Private flights require advance customs notification (SmartGate/ABF). Biosecurity quarantine strict.

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Active NOTAMs

J4585/26
warning
Aerodrome restriction
LOCAL TRAFFIC REGULATIONS AMD CHANGE THE FLW: APN AND TWY AVAILABILITY AND RESTRICTIONS A )TWY A BTN TWY A1 AND TWY A2, AND TWY A2 RESTRICTED TO MAX 36M WINGSPAN. B )TWY B2 AND APN TWY B BTN TWY B1 AND TWY B3: RESTRICTED TO MAX 36M WINGSPAN. C )TWY B3 AND TXL C: RESTRICTED TO MAX 24M WINGSPAN. D )TWY F SOUTH OF TWY B1: RESTRICTED TO MAX 36M WINGSPAN AND 80,000KG MTOW. E )TWY M AND TWY J: RESTRICTED TO MAX 20M WINGSPAN AND 10,000KG. F )TXL D, TXL G AND TXL H: RESTRICTED TO MAX WINGSPAN 15M AND 5,700KG (EXCL CESSNA 208). G )GA PRKG APN, TWY F BTN TWY B1 AND TXL C, TXL D, TXL H, TXL G AND TWY B3 UNLIT AND RESTRICTED TO HJ OPS ONLY. H )CODE D AND CODE E ACFT RESTRICTED TO TWY A1, TWY A BTN TWY A1 AND TWY F, TWY B1, APN TWY B BTN TWY B1 AND TWY G, TWY F NORTH OF TWY B1. I )TWY E RESTRICTED TO HELICOPTER OPS. ACCESS TO WESTERN TXL IS VIA TWY M OR TWY J UNLESS OTHERWISE INSTRUCTED BY ATC. AMD ENR SUP AUSTRALIA (ERSA )
2026-09-25 03:31 UTC No end time given (PERM)
Received 2026-09-25 03:37 UTC
J4481/26
warning
Aerodrome restriction
ALL ACFT DEP RWY 13 MUST EXTD UPWIND UNTIL EAST OF REGULAR PUBLIC TRANSPORT (RPT) APN PRIOR TO EXECUTING A RIGHTHAND TURN DUE TERMINAL CONSTRUCTION EXC WHEN INSTRUCTED BY ATC
2026-09-20 00:23 UTC 2026-12-20 00:00 UTC
J5043/26
caution
Obstacle erected
OBST CRANE (LIT) 150FT AMSL ERECTED PSN 263622.41S 1530519.17E BRG 206 MAG 395M FM ARP INFRINGES TRANSITIONAL SURFACE BY 17FT
2026-11-04 20:00 UTC 2026-11-06 07:00 UTC

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Frequently Asked Questions
What are the operating hours of YBSU?
Sunshine Coast Airport operates from 21:00 to 13:00.
What is the tower frequency at YBSU?
The tower frequency at Sunshine Coast Airport is 124.400 MHz.
What fuel is available at YBSU?
Sunshine Coast Airport offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.
Does YBSU require landing permits?
It depends on the flight. Private flights require advance customs notification (SmartGate/ABF). Biosecurity quarantine strict. Permit details for Australia
Is customs available at YBSU?
Yes, customs at Sunshine Coast Airport is available from 20:00 to 12:00.
Does YBSU require slots or PPR?
Slots are required and PPR is required at Sunshine Coast Airport.
Where is YBSU located?
Sunshine Coast Airport (YBSU) is located in Maroochydore, Australia.
What is the IATA code for YBSU?
The IATA code for Sunshine Coast Airport is MCY.
Does YBSU have an ILS approach?
Yes, Sunshine Coast Airport has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 13/31.
Is YBSU a port of entry?
Yes, Sunshine Coast Airport is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.
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