Facing Island Farmers Cove Helicopter Landing Site

Gladstone, AU 🇦🇺 Heliport

ICAO

AU-0101

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Elevation

45 ft

Region

AU-QLD

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Airport Information

GPS Code: Not available

Local Code: OZHDE

Location: -23.7738° N, 151.3269° E

Continent: OC

Type: Heliport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Direct traveler reviews and experiences specifically for the Facing Island Farmers Cove Helicopter Landing Site (AU-0101) in Gladstone, AU, are not readily available in the search results. Information regarding traveler sentiment, terminal facilities, amenities, cleanliness, security wait times, customs/immigration experience, transportation connections, parking, or notable strengths and common complaints directly related to this specific helicopter landing site could not be found.

The Facing Island Farmers Cove Helicopter Landing Site is identified as a heliport in Queensland, Australia, without an ICAO code, using AU-0101 as a reference. It is primarily a landing site for helicopters, rather than a full-service airport with extensive traveler facilities.

What Travelers Love (General information about helicopter access to Facing Island and the island itself):

Scenic Flights: Helicopter tours often depart from Gladstone Airport and offer stunning aerial views of Facing Island, Curtis Island, and the surrounding Great Barrier Reef region.
Access to Remote Locations: Helicopters provide a means to reach islands like Heron Island (which is further afield but highlights the use of helicopters for island access from Gladstone) with scenic transfers and expert commentary from pilots.
Island Activities: Facing Island itself is known for its long sandy beaches, designated camping areas, and opportunities for 4WD exploration, fishing, snorkeling, diving, and wildlife watching. It is accessible by private boat or barge, suggesting a more rugged, natural experience.

Common Complaints

Lack of Specific Heliport Information: There is a significant absence of detailed reviews or practical information regarding the Facing Island Farmers Cove Helicopter Landing Site (AU-0101) as a passenger facility. This suggests it is a very basic landing area rather than a developed terminal.
Limited Public Transport/Facilities: As a helicopter landing site, it is highly improbable that there are public transportation connections or extensive parking facilities directly associated with the site, typical of larger airports.

In summary, while Facing Island is a popular destination for outdoor activities and can be accessed by air, specific traveler reviews and experiences detailing the facilities and services of the Facing Island Farmers Cove Helicopter Landing Site (AU-0101) itself are not publicly available. Travelers seeking to visit Facing Island by air would typically arrange helicopter transfers or tours departing from the larger Gladstone Airport, which serves as a gateway to the region's islands.

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This summary is automatically generated by AI based on web research of traveler reviews and experiences. AI-generated content may not always be 100% accurate.

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