How runway use affects flights in your area

The animation below shows your location relative to Sydney Airport and a sample of the typical flights you would expect to see on a given day.  As wind direction generally dictates which runways will be used at an airport, the map shows the direction that flights use into and out of Sydney Airport based the prevailing winds.

Your location will display on the map based on your location input.  Enter your address to see information relevant to where you live or your suburb to see information general to your suburb.  If you choose not to enter your location, you will see information for Sydney CBD.

More information on the Long Term Operating Plan for Sydney Airport (LTOP) can be found here.

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