The Granites Airport (GTS)

The Granites Gold Mine, AU 🇦🇺 Small Airport

ICAO

YTGT

IATA

GTS

Elevation

- ft

Region

AU-NT

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Airport Information

GPS Code: YTGT

Local Code: Not available

Location: -20.5483° N, 130.347° E

Continent: Oceania

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

The Granites Airport (YTGT (GTS)) in The Granites Gold Mine, AU, primarily functions as a private airport supporting the Newmont Tanami Operations gold mine. Traveler reviews are largely unavailable for the airport itself, as it mainly handles charter flights for Fly-in-fly-out (FIFO) workers and the Royal Flying Doctor Service, rather than general commercial passengers. The overall sentiment, inferred from the purpose and related mining camp experiences, suggests a functional but basic facility geared towards industrial operations in a remote outback setting.

What Travelers Love
  • Essential Remote Access: The airport serves as a critical entry point for mining personnel to the Granites gold mine and surrounding remote areas of the Northern Territory, providing an authentic outback experience.
  • Functional for Purpose: While not a commercial hub, the airport is effective for its primary role of facilitating FIFO operations, with a sealed runway allowing for all-weather jet operations.
  • Good Workplace Culture (Mine Site): Reviews from individuals associated with the broader mining operation highlight a positive culture and camaraderie among staff at the associated Granites Gold Mine Camp.
Common Complaints
  • Limited Amenities: There is a notable absence of information regarding typical airport facilities, amenities, and services, indicating they are likely minimal or non-existent for general travelers, consistent with a private industrial airport.
  • Older Accommodation (Mine Camp): Travelers staying at the associated Granites Gold Mine Camp have noted that accommodation can be old, basic, and "livable", with thin walls.
  • Inconsistent Food (Mine Camp): Food at the mine camp's canteen has been described as "hit and miss" or "ESS standard," suggesting variable quality.
  • Lack of Commercial Services: The airport lacks regular commercial flights, shops, or extensive passenger services typically found at public airports.

The Granites Airport serves a highly specialized function as a gateway to the gold mine operations in a very remote part of Australia. Expectations should be set for a utilitarian experience primarily for those connected to the mining industry, with limited facilities or services for general public travel.

Last updated: 68 days ago

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Designation Length Width Surface Status
11/29 4921 ft - ft N Active

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MISC MISC 112.9 MHz
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Nearby Airports

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YRBT
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~53 km away
Tanami Downs Airport
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Tanami Airport
YTMN
NoneAU
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~95 km away
Chilla Well Landing Ground
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~123 km away
Wilson's Camp Airport
YWCM
NoneAU
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~137 km away
Supplejack Downs Airport
YSUJ
NoneAU
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~148 km away
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