General aviation · Barrow Isl, Australia
Barrow Island
- Elevation
- 26 ft
- Coordinates
- 20°52′S 115°24′E
- Local time
- Australia/Perth
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Field information
YBWX runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Barrow Island (YBWX/BWB) has one runway, 03/21, 6,234 ft (1,900 m) long of asphalt. Fuel on the field: Jet A-1 only. Prior permission required (PPR): our OCC requests it with the handler or airport authority. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at YBWX, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
General aviation
Time zone
Australia/Perth
Country
Australia
AU
Municipality
Barrow Isl
Elevation
26 ft
Position
-20.8644, 115.4061
Fuel
Jet A-1 only
Access
Prior permission required (PPR)
Runways · YBWX
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 03/21 | 6,234 ft (1,900 m) | 98 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at YBWX.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Barrow Island (YBWX / BWB) in Barrow Isl, Australia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. YBWX is listed in our network as a general aviation. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at YBWX
One 24/7 OCC desk
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Overflight & Landing Permits – Australia
Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Australia. Applicable permit lead times for Australia are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request. For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Australia are managed end-to-end.
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Ground Handling at YBWX
Direct FBO and handler coordination at YBWX covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at YBWX
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at YBWX is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to YBWX
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for YBWX: 20° 51′ 52″ S 115° 24′ 22″ E; elevation 26 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Barrow Isl
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Barrow Isl. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at YBWX.
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Cargo Operations at YBWX
Support for freighter operations into YBWX covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where YBWX sits in the network
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Operating into YBWX?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Barrow Island — one desk for the whole trip.