Bathurst Island Airport (BRT)

Wurrumiyanga, AU 🇦🇺 Medium Airport

ICAO

YBTI

IATA

BRT

Elevation

67 ft

Region

AU-NT

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Airport Information

GPS Code: YBTI

Local Code: Not available

Location: -11.764966° N, 130.615774° E

Continent: Oceania

Type: Medium Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Bathurst Island Airport (YBTI (BRT)) serves as a vital access point to Wurrumiyanga and the broader Tiwi Islands, primarily facilitating tourism and essential services via smaller aircraft. Traveler sentiment, while not extensively detailed in direct reviews, appears generally positive regarding its efficiency as a gateway to the island's unique cultural experiences. Detailed feedback on specific airport facilities and services, however, is limited.

What Travelers Love
  • Efficient Access: The airport offers a speedy 30-minute flight option from Darwin, which travelers often prefer over the longer ferry journey to maximize their time exploring Bathurst Island.
  • Upgraded Runway: A significant $9 million upgrade to the airstrip in 2018 vastly improved its quality and all-weather accessibility, contributing to safer and more reliable regional air services.
  • Gateway to Cultural Experiences: It serves as a crucial entry point for visitors seeking to immerse themselves in the authentic Indigenous culture and community of the Tiwi Islands.
Common Complaints
  • Limited Facilities: As a small regional airport, extensive amenities, diverse food and beverage options, or retail services are not detailed in available information.
  • Lack of Specific Traveler Feedback: There is a scarcity of recent, detailed traveler reviews concerning aspects such as security wait times, baggage handling, or specific parking arrangements.
  • Unsuitable for Large Jets: The airport's sealed runway is designed for smaller commercial jets, meaning it cannot accommodate larger aircraft, which limits the types of air services available.

Overall, Bathurst Island Airport effectively fulfills its role as a key transport link for the Tiwi Islands. While comprehensive traveler reviews are not readily available, the airport's functional improvements and its integral role in facilitating access to a distinctive cultural destination suggest a largely positive, if basic, travel experience.

Last updated: 67 days ago

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Designation Length Width Surface Status
15/33 4823 ft 98 ft ASP Active Lighted

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CTAF CTAF 126.7 MHz
FSS BRISBANE CNTR 118.15 MHz

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