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Mount Sanford Station Airport (MTD)

N/A, Australia · small airport · -16.978° 130.555° ·
Airport Information
IATA CodeMTD
ICAO CodeYMSF
Typesmall airport
NameMount Sanford Station Airport
MunicipalityN/A
CountryAustralia
ContinentOC
Latitude-16.978° S
Longitude130.555° E
Elevation231 ft
Climate ZoneTropical
Scheduled ServiceYes
Score50
Local TimeLoading...
Country & Timezone Info
CountryAustralia
ISO Code
RegionN/A
Continent CodeOC
IANA TimezoneAustralia/Sydney
UTC Offset (Standard)UTC+10
DST OffsetUTC+11
Current Offset--

🌬 Best Time to Fly

Recommended: April – October
Cooler dry season in Oceania
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Dry: Apr–OctWet: Nov–Mar

✈ Airlines Serving MTD

QF — QantasVA — Virgin AustraliaNZ — Air New ZealandFJ — Fiji Airways

🌡 Climate — Tropical (17.0°S)

Jan
30°
22°
Feb
30°
22°
Mar
31°
22°
Apr
31°
23°
May
31°
23°
Jun
31°
23°
Jul
30°
22°
Aug
30°
22°
Sep
30°
22°
Oct
30°
22°
Nov
30°
22°
Dec
30°
22°
* Approximate average temperatures by month based on tropical latitude zone

✨ AI-Enhanced Insights

Mount Sanford Station Airport (IATA: MTD, ICAO: YMSF) is a small remote airstrip serving Mount Sanford Station, a cattle property in the Northern Territory of Australia. Located in the Victoria River region, it has no scheduled passenger service and primarily supports station operations, charter flights, and medical evacuations. The facility is basic, with a single unsealed runway suited to light aircraft.

💡 Local Tip
Bring all supplies, fuel, and water you need—there are no shops or services at the strip, and mobile coverage is unreliable. Avoid the wet season (November to April) when unsealed roads and the airstrip can become impassable or unusable.
🚖 Getting There

Access to Mount Sanford Station is by road via the Buntine Highway and station tracks, and a 4WD is essential, especially in the wet season. There is no public transport, taxi, or rideshare service in the area. Most visitors arrive by charter aircraft arranged through the station or a Darwin/Katherine-based operator.

❓ Frequently Asked Questions
Q: What airlines fly to Mount Sanford Station Airport?
A: No scheduled airlines serve MTD; it is a private station airstrip used by charter and private aircraft.

Q: What facilities are available at the airport?
A: Expect minimal facilities—typically just a runway and perhaps a basic shelter, with no terminal, fuel, or regular passenger services.

Q: Do I need permission to land at MTD?
A: Yes, prior permission from Mount Sanford Station management is required; the airstrip is not open for casual public use.

Q: What is the runway surface like?
A: It is likely a gravel or dirt strip suitable for light aircraft; always confirm current condition and accessibility with local operators before flying in.
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