RunwayMelbourne Airport
Multi-Universe Rankings & Statistical Standing
🔬 Operational & Aerodrome Engineering Comparative Analysis
Elevation & Atmospheric Density
Positioned at 434 ft (132 m MSL), this aerodrome operates near standard International Standard Atmosphere (ISA) sea-level air density. High ambient air pressure provides optimal turbine thrust conversion, maximum wing lift coefficients, and minimal ground roll distance requirements, allowing long-haul flights to depart at maximum structural takeoff weight limits without atmospheric density penalties.
Regional Density & Alternates (100 NM)
Melbourne Airport serves as the primary heavy aerodrome in its regional cluster. Its longest runway (11,998 ft) exceeds all 1 qualifying commercial aerodromes within 100 NM, establishing it as the designated regional alternate and priority diversion threshold for widebody traffic encountering in-flight abnormalities.
Fleet Compatibility & Ground Roll
With its longest runway exceeding 10,500 ft (3,657 m) and paved surface engineering, Melbourne Airport meets the operational runway criteria for unrestricted long-haul operations by Code 4E and 4F heavy widebody aircraft, including the Airbus A380-800, Boeing 747-8, Airbus A350-1000, and Boeing 777-300ER at high operational weights.
🛫 Physical Runway Inventory & Surface Engineering
| Runway Designator | Length (ft / m) | Width (ft / m) | Surface Material | Lighting | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 16/34 | 11,998 ft (3657m) | 197 ft (60m) | Asphalt (ASP) | ✅ Lighted | ✅ Active |
| 09/27 | 7,500 ft (2286m) | 148 ft (45m) | Asphalt (ASP) | ✅ Lighted | ✅ Active |
🧭 Comparative Aerodromes (100 NM Radius, ≥5,000 ft Paved)
Great-circle Haversine spatial proximity matching for commercial facilities with paved runway capacity within 100 NM.
| Aerodrome Name | IATA | Distance | Longest Runway | Lighting |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Melbourne Avalon International Airport (Geelong/Melbourne) | AVV | 28.3 NM (52.4 km) | 10,000 ft | ✅ Lighted |