Faraway Bay Airstrip WA
Faraway Bay Airstrip in WA is a popular destination for self-flyers. The airstrip includes tie-down and a parking bay for light aircraft. Return transfers to the lodge are via 4WD. A helipad is also available for those who arrive by helicopter. Permission is required from Faraway Bay for self-flyers to land, utilising Faraway Bay Airstrip. Only self-flyers staying at Faraway Bay can use the airstrip.
Faraway Bay is an inviting haven, nestled on a rocky hilltop overlooking the turquoise Timor Sea. The location, 280kms northwest of Kununurra, is in the remote and spellbinding Kimberley Coastal region of Western Australia.
With no road access, there is no chance of uninvited visitors dropping in. The camp is truly exclusive and only accessible by helicopter or light aircraft. So remote in fact that no regular air service is provided.
| Elevation 385 | Area Forecast 69 / 86 | Strip Direction 08 / 26 |
| GPS Position 13° 5886 S 127° 1070 E | ALA Code YFWY | Strip Length 900 |
| WAC Chart 1308 | FIA Brisb Centre 120.75 6000FT | Strip Surface Gravel |
| Owner/Operator Faraway Bay Bush Camp (08) 9169 1214 0419 918 953 PPR | Windsock Midway on S side of RWY | ASIC Security/VIS Vest No |
| Fuel No | Distance to Town Kalumburu 37 NM SW | Lighting No |
| Aircraft Parking Yes | Transport Yes | Landing Fees Yes |
| Special Procedures and Comments: CTAF 122.55 Caution: Animal and bird hazards at all times. Windshear on both RWY APR in windy conditions. Operations limited to MTOW of 4000KG or less unless approved. Model ACFT flying may take place. Prior PPR for HEL OPS Avoid flying over Appin township. |
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