
International hub · Newcastle, Australia
Newcastle (Williamtown AB)
- Elevation
- 31 ft
- Coordinates
- 32°48′S 151°50′E
- Local time
- Australia/Sydney
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Field information
YWLM runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Newcastle (Williamtown AB) (YWLM/NTL) has one runway, 12/30, 10,033 ft (3,058 m) long of asphalt. Rescue and fire-fighting cover is published as RFFS category 6. Prior permission required (PPR): our OCC requests it with the handler or airport authority. Our OCC arranges ground handling, landing permits and fuel at YWLM, and confirms every figure on this page with the airport and handler before dispatch.
Classification
International hub
Time zone
Australia/Sydney
Country
Australia
AU
Municipality
Williamtown
Elevation
31 ft
Position
-32.7961, 151.8350
Fire & rescue
RFFS category 6
Access
Prior permission required (PPR)
Runways · YWLM
| Runway | Length | Width | Surface | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 12/30 | 10,033 ft (3,058 m) | 148 ft | asphalt | Lighted |
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at YWLM.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Newcastle (Williamtown AB) (YWLM / NTL) in Newcastle, Australia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. YWLM is listed in our network as an international hub. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at YWLM
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.
- 02
Ground Handling at YWLM
Direct FBO and handler coordination at YWLM covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
- 03
Fuel Arrangements at YWLM
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at YWLM is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to YWLM
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for YWLM: 32° 47′ 46″ S 151° 50′ 6″ E; elevation 31 ft.
- 05
Crew & Passenger Services in Newcastle
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Newcastle. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at YWLM.
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Cargo Operations at YWLM
Support for freighter operations into YWLM covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where YWLM sits in the network
Nearest airports in our network
- YNRHNewcastle Regional HeliportNewcastle Regional Heliport, Australia7 NM227°→
- YMNDMaitland Russell FieldMaitland, Australia18 NM288°→
- YLMQLake MacquarieMarks Point, Australia19 NM210°→
- YSRIRichmond ABRichmond, Australia72 NM227°→
- YSSYSydney/Kingsford SmithSydney, Australia77 NM205°→
- YSWSWestern Sydney Intl/Nancy-Bird WaltonSydney, Australia86 NM220°→
Operating into YWLM?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Newcastle (Williamtown AB) — one desk for the whole trip.