What are the operating hours of YMHB?

Hobart operates from 20:00 to 13:00.

What is the tower frequency at YMHB?

The tower frequency at Hobart is 118.100 MHz.

What fuel is available at YMHB?

Hobart offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.

Does YMHB require landing permits?

Yes, landing permits are required for Hobart (Australia).

Does YMHB require slots or PPR?

Slots are required and PPR is required at Hobart.

Where is YMHB located?

Hobart (YMHB) is located in Hobart, Australia.

What is the IATA code for YMHB?

The IATA code for Hobart is HBA.

How long is the runway at YMHB?

The main runway at Hobart (12/30) measures 7385 X 148.

Does YMHB have an ILS approach?

Yes, Hobart has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 12/30.

Is YMHB a port of entry?

Yes, Hobart is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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Hobart (YMHB/HBA) — Hobart, Australia

Hobart (YMHB/HBA) serves Hobart, Australia. This is a mid-sized airport with 1 runway (12/30). Field elevation is 13 ft AMSL. Data on this page is maintained by the aviation community — contribute to keep it accurate.

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Runways 4/4

Frequencies 4/4

Operations 2/2

Fuel 1/1

Contacts 1/2

Additional Info 10/10

Data last updated: 2026-04-08

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Basic Airport Information

ICAO: YMHB
Name: Hobart
Type: medium_airport
Category: International
Latitude: -42.836102
Longitude: 147.509995
Elevation: 13 ft
Country: Australia
Municipality: Hobart
IATA Code: HBA
FAA Code: N/A
FIR: YMMM
Timezone: Australia/Hobart
Distance from City: 17.0 km
VFR: Yes
IFR: Yes

Runways

Runway 12/30

Designation: 12/30
Dimensions: 7385 X 148
Surface: ASP
PCN: N/A
Lighting: HIRL
NAVAIDs: ILS RWY 12, VOR/DME HB
Approach Types: ILS, LOC, RNAV (GNSS)
Remarks: Runway 2251m x 45m (7385 x 148 ft), asphalt grooved. Displaced threshold. No circling west of RWY 12/30. Instrument approach training requires slot at www.bookawk.com. ATC speed max 250 KT IAS below 10,000 ft AMSL.

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Frequencies

Tower: 118.100 MHz
Ground: 121.700 MHz
Operations: 125.550 MHz
Traffic/Approach: Tower: 118.100 MHz (2000-1230Z); Ground: 121.700 MHz; ATIS: 128.450 MHz; Ops: 125.55 MHz MHz
ATIS: 128.450 MHz

Operation Hours

Monday 20:00 – 13:00

Tuesday 20:00 – 13:00

Wednesday 20:00 – 13:00

Thursday 20:00 – 13:00

Friday 20:00 – 13:00

Saturday 20:00 – 13:00

Sunday 20:00 – 13:00

Extra Hours On Request: No
Remarks: Control Tower: 2000-1230Z. Local standard time UTC+10 (AEST); DST UTC+11 (AEDT): 1st Sun Oct 02:00L to 1st Sun Apr 03:00L.

Contacts

AIS Tel: N/A
ARO Tel: N/A
MET Tel: +61 3 6221 2026
Admin Tel: +61 3 6216 1600
Health Tel: N/A
Police Tel: N/A
Authorities Tel: N/A
Website: https://www.hobartairport.com.au
Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

Slot Required: Yes
PPR Required: Yes
PPR Contact: Hobart Tower 129.6 MHz; slots via [email protected]
Remarks: Slots mandatory for scheduled commercial operations via Airservices Australia; 48 hr notice required. PPR required for all aircraft over 5700 kg MTOW and for night VFR. Instrument approach training requires online slot at www.bookawk.com.

Customs

Open: N/A
Close: N/A
Phone: N/A
Extra Hours On Request: Yes
Remarks: Customs available on request. Airport of Entry on request.

Fees

Landing Fee: N/A
Parking Fee: N/A
Handling Mandatory: No
Currency: AUD
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Information

Fuel Type: JET A-1
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-07
Remarks: N/A

Fuel Type: AVGAS 100LL
Price/L: N/A
Last Updated: 2026-04-07
Remarks: N/A

Immigration

Port of Entry: Yes
GENDEC Required: Yes
GAR Required: No
Remarks: N/A

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Restrictions

Curfew Start: 13:00
Curfew End: 21:00
Noise Chapter Min: 3
Remarks: Max wingspan 36m. No circling west of RWY 12/30. Noise Chapter 3 minimum. ATC max speed 250 KT IAS below 10,000 ft AMSL.

Alternates

YMLT

ICAO: YMLT
Name: Launceston Airport
Distance (NM): 78.5
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: Domestic only. No international CIQ. Biosecurity checks for fruit fly and other agricultural pests on arrival in Tasmania.

YDPO

ICAO: YDPO
Name: Devonport Airport
Distance (NM): 110.9
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
Immigration Remarks: Domestic only. No international CIQ. Tasmanian biosecurity checks may apply.

YWYY

ICAO: YWYY
Name: Wynyard Airport
Distance (NM): 136.0
Has IFR: No
Port of Entry: No
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

H5981/26 caution

Obstacle erected

OBST CRANE 151FT AMSL ERECTED PSN 424951.42S 1472732.82E BRG 264 MAG 2.28NM FM ARP

2026-07-30 21:00:00 2026-07-31 04:00:00

H5889/26 caution

Obstacle erected

OBST CRANE 299FT AMSL ERECTED PSN 425017.65S 1473024.31E APRX BRG 215 MAG 350M FM ARP INFRINGES TRANSITIONAL SFC BY 144FT REFER METHOD OF WORKING PLAN (MOWP) (YMHB 2507 AMD.08)

2026-07-26 20:00:00 2026-07-31 08:00:00

F2646/26 caution

ILS procedure changed

AIP DEP AND APCH (DAP) YMHB AMD ILS-Y RWY 12 AND ILS-Z RWY 12 S-I ILS MINIMA CAT A-D 400 (388) 1.3 LOC-Y RWY 12 AND LOC-Z RWY 12 S-I LOC MINIMA CAT A-D 630 (617-2.7) DUE TO CRANE OPS SEPARATE NOTAM REFERS

2026-07-26 20:00:00 2026-07-31 08:00:00

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Airport History

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the operating hours of YMHB?: Hobart operates from 20:00 to 13:00.
What is the tower frequency at YMHB?: The tower frequency at Hobart is 118.100 MHz.
What fuel is available at YMHB?: Hobart offers JET A-1, AVGAS 100LL.
Does YMHB require landing permits?: Yes, landing permits are required for Hobart (Australia).
Does YMHB require slots or PPR?: Slots are required and PPR is required at Hobart.
Where is YMHB located?: Hobart (YMHB) is located in Hobart, Australia.
What is the IATA code for YMHB?: The IATA code for Hobart is HBA.
How long is the runway at YMHB?: The main runway at Hobart (12/30) measures 7385 X 148.
Does YMHB have an ILS approach?: Yes, Hobart has ILS (Instrument Landing System) approaches on runway 12/30.
Is YMHB a port of entry?: Yes, Hobart is a port of entry where international flights can clear customs and immigration.

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