private airstrip agnes waters

private airstrip agnes waters, AU 🇦🇺 Small Airport

ICAO

AU-0236

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Elevation

- ft

Region

AU-QLD

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Airport Information

GPS Code: Not available

Local Code: Not available

Location: -24.274705° N, 151.778913° E

Continent: OC

Type: Small Airport

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What Travelers Say

AI-Generated Summary Based on web research

There is a significant lack of public "traveler reviews" or passenger experiences available specifically for private airstrip Agnes Waters (AU-0236), which is also referred to as Agnes Water Airfield or Agnes Water private Airport (YAWT). Information primarily caters to private pilots and describes the airstrip's operational characteristics rather than passenger services. Overall sentiment, based on limited pilot accounts, suggests a functional and convenient private strip for accessing the Agnes Water/1770 area.

What Travelers (Pilots) Love:

Convenient Access: The airstrip provides easy and direct access to the popular twin-townships of Agnes Water and 1770, with resorts conveniently located nearby.
Friendly Service: Pilots have noted friendly service and advice from the airfield contact person, affectionately known as "Woody".
Scenic Flights: Locally based air charter companies like Wyndham Aviation offer scenic flights over the local area and the Great Barrier Reef, providing adventure opportunities for visitors. Agnes Water Air Services also offers "hands-on flying experiences".
Parking: There is ample room for parking and tying down aircraft.
Maintenance: The landing fee contributes to the maintenance of the strip.

Common Complaints

Landing Fees: A $50 landing fee applies for General Aviation (GA) aircraft and $20 for RA-Aus registered light aircraft, which some pilots might consider steep.
Operational Challenges: The grass strip can be tricky in northerly winds, potentially requiring go-arounds for less experienced pilots.
Environmental Hazards: There are mentions of trees and high terrain at both ends of the strip, as well as animal hazards.
Limited Facilities: As a private airstrip, there are no traditional terminal facilities, amenities, or services like fuel (only available for emergency use).
No Commercial Services: The airstrip does not offer airline service and therefore no customs/immigration or typical security wait times.

In summary, Agnes Water's private airstrip serves as a valuable, albeit basic, point of access for private pilots and those seeking unique aerial experiences in the region. Its primary strengths lie in its direct access to the tourist destinations and the availability of scenic flights, despite the absence of conventional airport infrastructure and the associated operational considerations for pilots.

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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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