KESWICK ISLAND AIRSTRIP

KESWICK ISLAND, AU 🇦🇺 Small Airport

ICAO

AU-0210

IATA

-

Elevation

10 ft

Region

AU-QLD

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Airport Information

GPS Code: Not available

Local Code: Not available

Location: -20.920538° N, 149.422839° E

Continent: OC

Type: Small Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

Travelers to Keswick Island arriving via the Keswick Island Airstrip (AU-0210) generally experience a highly specialized and often private aviation arrival, rather than a typical commercial airport process. The overall sentiment leans towards appreciating the convenience and scenic nature of air transfers to this relatively untouched island paradise. However, visitors should manage expectations regarding traditional airport infrastructure, as the airstrip serves primarily as a direct gateway to the island's natural attractions.

What Travelers Love
  • Direct Access to a Secluded Island: The airstrip provides direct air access to Keswick Island, a national park largely untouched by extensive commercial development, appealing to those seeking a remote getaway.
  • Scenic Flights: Air transfers, often via charter planes or helicopters from Mackay, are highlighted as a short and scenic journey over the Great Barrier Reef.
  • Expedited Travel: Flying offers a significantly faster way to reach the island compared to the ferry, making it ideal for those with limited time or preferring quicker transit.
  • Private and Flexible Transportation: Services like Horizon Airways offer fixed-wing transportation, and helicopter charters are also available, providing flexibility for travelers.
Common Complaints
  • Limited Traditional Airport Facilities: The airstrip is a small, privately owned facility with no mention of a traditional terminal, extensive amenities, or customs/immigration services. Travelers should not expect a typical airport experience.
  • Cost of Air Transfers: Charter flights to Keswick Island can be relatively expensive, with transfers costing several hundred dollars each way or more to charter one way.
  • Accessibility Restrictions: Private and other commercial aircraft are currently not permitted to land on Keswick Island for safety reasons, limiting options to approved operators.
  • Lack of On-Island Infrastructure: Once on the island, transport is restricted to electric and petrol golf buggies, and there are no shops or cafes near the airstrip or generally on the island itself. Meals and basic groceries can be purchased on the island, but visitors are advised to bring their own essentials.

Arriving at Keswick Island Airstrip offers a unique and direct pathway to a pristine natural environment. While the absence of conventional airport facilities might be a drawback for some, the primary draw is the seamless, albeit specialized, access to the island's secluded beauty for those willing to arrange private or charter air transport.

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