Safety topic from Episode 9
Aerodromes (EP 9)
The Old Station
- Private ALA on cattle station owned by Creed Grazing.
- Phone Ron Creed for prior permission and strip conditions: 0408 346 536 or ron [at] creedgrazing.com.au
- Accommodation and meals at strip available.
- Well maintained grass airstrip “The Old Station” on Rockhampton WAC.
- Details in AOPA National Airfield Directory and Pilots Touring Guide.
Emerald
- Non-controlled regional aerodrome, CTAF 126.7
- RPT services.
- Terminal building with cafe opens at various times to coincide with RPT ops. Phone 1300 242 686 or phone ARO 0408 194 913
- Avgas available. Landing fees apply. See ERSA
- GA aircraft below 5,700kg use taxiway off RWY15/33 to access the GA apron during daylight hours.
- AWIS available on 132.95 or phone 07 4987 7950
- Bird hazard, particularly black kites. Flying foxes around at night. See ERSA.
Barcaldine
- Non-controlled regional aerodrome, CTAF 126.7
- Bird and animal hazard.
- See ERSA for local traffic regulations
- Avgas available, see ERSA
- Kangaroo hazard exists. Culling ops around perimeter.
