Cooktown Airport (ICAO Code: YCKN/IATA Code: CTN) | Landing Permits, Ground Handling, Jet Fuel, Flight Support

Cooktown Airport, located in Queensland, Australia, serves the town of Cooktown and facilitates regional air travel and cargo transport. General aviation operations support transportation of passengers, goods, and supplies to this remote coastal community. Tourists visiting Cooktown can explore its historical sites such as the James Cook Museum and the Grassy Hill Lookout, enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing and hiking in the surrounding landscapes, and experience the rich cultural heritage of the indigenous Guugu Yimithirr people through cultural tours and events. Additionally, visitors can sample local cuisine and tropical fruits at cafes and restaurants in the town.

1FLT and our team of expert dispatchers can help you and your flight operations overcome difficulties in arranging ground handling services for your aircraft and crew while at Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN). Our team can also provide you with competitively priced jet fuel at Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN) and support your flight operations when flying in and out of Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN).

The information on this page is meant to serve as a guide about Cooktown Airport and should not be considered as a substitute for real-time policies or advice from relevant authorities for specific concerns and accurate information about Cooktown Airport, please feel free to contact us.

Landing Permits

Is a landing permit required in Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN)?

A landing permit is required but exclusions apply when landing in Cooktown Airport.

What are the requirements to get a landing permit for Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN)?

With your landing permit application, you must provide:

Air Operator Certificate
Airworthiness Certificate
Certificate Of Registration
Noise Certificate
Certificate Of Insurance
Radio License
eAPIS (Electronic Advance Passenger Information System)

There are additional requirements for Cooktown Airport not specified here, reach out to us for more details about this.

Is a PPR (Prior Permission) required in Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN)?

No, a PPR is not needed if you are landing in Cooktown Airport.

Is Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN) a slot coordinated airport?

No, Cooktown Airport does not require a coordinated slot prior to your arrival.

Ground Handling

Is Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN) an AOE (Airport Of Entry)?

No, Cooktown Airport is not an AOE (Airport Of Entry).

What type of airport is Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN)?

Cooktown Airport is a Civilian Airfield.

What are the GPS coordinates of Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN)?

15°26'40.920864"S 145°11'2.42052"E - 7.92 M (Elevation)

Can you assist our crew members at Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN)?

Yes, 1FLT can assist your crew members at Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN) with any particular need they might have at the airport.

Can you help and arrange the airport services we need at Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN)?

Yes, 1FLT can arrange the airport services your flight will need at Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN).

Jet Fuel

Is jet fuel available at Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN)?

Yes, jet fuel is generally available but supply availability is subject to change. Do contact to us to know the current availability of Jet Fuel at Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN).

Flight Support

I need help with our flight operations at Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN), what services can you help with?

1FLT can help you with any operational need in Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN) such as landing permits, ground handling, jet fuel, inflight catering, and other services you or your crew might need, We can even provide up-to-date airport information from any airport in Cooktown Airport (CTN/YCKN).