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South Murwillumbah, NSW

Bob Whittle Murwillumbah Airfield

Government & Public • Airfield & Aero Club
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About

Bob Whittle Murwillumbah Airfield (aviation code YMUR) is a small general-aviation airfield in South Murwillumbah, owned and managed by Tweed Shire Council. Its single grass-on-shale runway runs roughly north–south (18/36) and is about 800 metres long, with run-up bays and on-site fuel. The field sits close to Gold Coast Airport's airspace and is used for a range of light-aircraft operations including flight training, charter and scenic flights, agricultural (crop-dusting) work and aircraft restoration and maintenance.

The airfield is home to the Murwillumbah Aero Club, formed in 1946, whose members share their passion for flying the Tweed coast and operate a club aircraft for hire. The field is named in honour of the late Bob Whittle, a local World War II Spitfire pilot and one of the club's founders. It is an operational aerodrome rather than a public park, so visitors should keep clear of the movement areas and follow council and pilot guidance.

Best For

Pilots and student pilots flying the Tweed Valley, light-aircraft charter and scenic flights, and aviation enthusiasts keen on the Murwillumbah Aero Club.

Good to Know

CodeYMUR
OwnerTweed Shire Council
Runway~800m grass-on-shale, 18/36
FuelAvailable on-site
Based hereMurwillumbah Aero Club (est. 1946)
UsesTraining, charter, scenic, agricultural

Opening Hours

As an operational airfield, access and movements are governed by the relevant pilot notes and Tweed Shire Council, rather than fixed public opening hours. Pilots should refer to the official council pilot information and the Murwillumbah Aero Club before flying in.

Frequently Asked Questions

Who runs the airfield?
It is owned and managed by Tweed Shire Council and is home to the Murwillumbah Aero Club, which has operated from the site since 1946.
Who was Bob Whittle?
The late Bob Whittle was a local World War II Spitfire pilot and a founder of the Murwillumbah Aero Club; the airfield is named in his honour.
What happens at the airfield?
It supports general-aviation operations including flight training, charter and scenic flights, agricultural (crop-dusting) flying and aircraft maintenance, on an approximately 800-metre grass runway with on-site fuel.
Can the public visit?
It is a working aerodrome, not a public park. Keep clear of runways and movement areas; pilots should follow the council pilot notes and contact the aero club for fuel or membership.

Contact Information

Phone
+61 2 6670 2400 (Tweed Shire Council)
Address
Airfield Ave, South Murwillumbah NSW 2484

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