Airport Upgrades

A $4.3 million project that involves resurfacing the runway, taxiway, and apron parking areas with bitumen asphalt, and installing a new perimeter security fence.

Overview

The Rottnest Island Airport upgrade is a $4.3 million project, funded by the WA State Government, that involves resurfacing the runway, taxiway, and apron parking areas with bitumen asphalt, and installing a new perimeter security fence.

This project ensures the aerodrome meets current compliance, safety and performance standards for all airports.

Key benefits

Ensuring effective operations for essential emergency services

Enhanced safety and improved compliance

Perimeter security

Supported tourism growth with reliable air access

Location

Rottnest Island Airport

Frequently asked questions

The aerodrome is used by light aircraft and helicopters for:

transport of visitors to and from the island by commercial operators
private travel to the island
recreational tours (scenic flights) and skydiving
“Touch and Go” landing practice by recreational aircraft
Emergency services

In 2022-23, there were 5,800 take-offs/landings from the Rottnest Island Airport. The airport not only provides visitors with recreational opportunities but is essential to enable the airlifting of visitors/staff requiring emergency medical attention to the mainland. There are over 50 airlifts each year by the Royal Flying Doctor Service and the RAC Rescue Helicopter.

The upgrade is necessary to ensure the airport meets current compliance, safety and performance standards for airports. The resurfacing addresses drainage and edge maintenance defects on the runway, taxiway and apron, while the new perimeter fencing improves security. It will also ensure the continued viability of air services to Rottnest Island.

RIA will work to minimise disruption to air services, with information on any closures or schedule changes available in advance on the website.

Contact and further information

You can reach us on the following details to find out more about these projects. Our contact lines are open Monday to Friday, 8:30 am to 5 pm, excluding public holidays.

+61 8 9432 9300

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