Aviation Projects has provided assistance to the Wagner Group from the initial planning approval through to the construction and operation of Brisbane West Wellcamp Airport and continues to provide valuable ongoing advice and support.
Aviation Projects provided expert advice and guidance on a range of matters including the preparation of initial demand forecasts and scope of aircraft operations, concept layouts, concept airspace and aircraft flight paths and consideration of various other planning and operations matters. They have also provided advice on aeronautical infrastructure requirements and costs and operational advice on a variety of matters. Aviation Projects was able to assist with the introduction and ongoing operation of B747-800F aircraft by preparing a safety case that was approved by CASA.
Managing Director, Keith Tonkin, is thoroughly professional in all of his work and takes pride in providing a tailored solution that considers all aspects of a client’s strategic intent, including the short and long term implications of various recommended actions.
Aviation Projects has been integral to the success of our airport and continues to be a valued advisor to our business.
Tennant Creek Airport is not a certified airport, which means that aircraft with greater than 30 seats are not permitted to operate there.
The contractor engaged to build the Northern Gas Pipeline desired the use of larger aircraft to cost effectively support its FIFO workforce sustainment arrangements.
Rather than apply for an aerodrome certificate, Tennant Creek Airport Pty Ltd preferred to apply for a temporary exemption from the requirement, and engaged Aviation Projects to prepare a safety case in support of its application.
The safety case included a review of the external regulatory context, the airport's organisation structure, facilities and equipment, compliance program and the intended aircraft operations, a gap analysis of operational procedures against the requirements applicable to a certified aerodrome and a detailed risk assessment.
As a result of the risk assessment, a set of actions applicable to facilities and equipment, operational procedures, the Aerodrome Manual and operations and maintenance were recommended as conditions of the exemption.
The exemption, which had no precedent, was subsequently issued and the FIFO operations were able to commence.
Tennant Creek Airport was awarded Australian Airports Association 2017 Small Regional Airport of the Year for achieving the exemption and associated enhancements to its terminal and services.
