Aircraft Parking

Parking space is limited, and approvals must be obtained in advance for charter/itinerant aircraft over 5700kg, light jet and turbine aircraft. 

Townsville airport ground crew member signaling aircraft to stop with crossed arms, demonstrating standard safety protocol.

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Aircraft Parking Approvals

Parking space is limited, and approvals must be obtained in advance for charter/itinerant aircraft over 5700kg, light jet and turbine aircraft. The requirements are detailed in the ERSA, local traffic regulations, paragraph number 1.8. 

Itinerant Aircraft Parking

Itinerant aircraft parking requests must be sent through the Online Itinerant Aircraft Parking Form here. This form contains operational data from aircraft owners/operators/Ground handling agents that is essential to ensure a smooth visit to Townsville Airport. 

Please note, applications must be submitted with all required sections completed and must be received at least two (2) clear business days prior to aircraft movement.  

For international movements (aircraft arriving from or departing to locations outside of Australia), the form must be completed by a Ground Handling Agent.

Forms

Itinerant Aircraft Parking Form

aboriginal-flag Acknowledgement of Country

Townsville Airport acknowledges the Wulgurukaba people as Traditional Custodians of the land on which we operate. We also acknowledge the neighbouring Bindal, Manbarra, Gudjal, Gugu Badhun, Nywaigi and Warrgamay peoples.

We pay respect to their Elders past, present and future and value the traditions, cultures and aspirations of First Australians. We recognise their continued connection to the lands, seas and skies upon which Townsville Airport operates.