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Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross

Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross (YSNW/NOA) serves Nowra Hill, Australia. This is a mid-sized airport with 2 runways (03/21, 08/26). Field elevation is 400 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 0/2
Fuel 0/1
Contacts 0/2
Additional Info 2/10
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Basic Airport Information

  • ICAO: YSNW
  • Name: Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross
  • Type: medium_airport
  • Category: Uncategorized
  • Latitude: -34.946602
  • Longitude: 150.54245
  • Elevation: 400 ft
  • Country: Australia
  • Municipality: Nowra Hill
  • IATA Code: NOA
  • FAA Code: N/A
  • FIR: N/A
  • Timezone: N/A
  • Distance from City: N/A km
  • VFR: Yes
  • IFR: No

Runways

Runway 03/21

  • Designation: 03/21
  • Dimensions: 2046x45m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Runway 08/26

  • Designation: 08/26
  • Dimensions: 2094x45m
  • Surface: ASP
  • PCN: N/A
  • Lighting: Lighted
  • NAVAIDs: N/A
  • Approach Types: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Frequencies

  • Tower: 118.850, 118.850 MHz
  • Ground: 135.850 MHz
  • Operations: 121.200 MHz
  • Traffic/Approach: 123.500 MHz
  • ATIS: 28.040 MHz

Operation Hours

  • Open: N/A
  • Close: N/A
  • Extra Hours On Request: No
  • Remarks: N/A

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: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Slots / PPR

  • Slot Required: No
  • PPR Required: No
  • PPR Contact: N/A
  • Remarks: N/A

Immigration

  • Port of Entry: No
  • GENDEC Required: No
  • GAR Required: No
  • 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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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the tower frequency at YSNW?
The tower frequency at Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross is 118.85, 118.85 MHz.
Does YSNW require landing permits?
Yes, landing permits are required for Naval Air Station Nowra - HMAS Albatross (Australia).