Bacchus Marsh Airport

Bacchus Marsh, AU 🇦🇺 Small Airport

ICAO

YBSS

IATA

Elevation

520 ft

Region

AU-VIC

Local Time

Airport Information

GPS Code: YBSS

Local Code: Not available

Location: -37.733333° N, 144.421667° E

Continent: Oceania

Type: Small Airport

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Online Reviews Summary

Recent traveler sentiment and experiences at Bacchus Marsh Airport (YBSS) largely revolve around its role as a general aviation hub, particularly for flight training and gliding. Users appreciate its accessibility and focus on recreational and instructional flying, rather than commercial passenger services.

What Travelers Love

Affordable General Aviation: The Bacchus Marsh Aero Club (BMAC) is noted for promoting affordable general aviation, offering aircraft for hire to members at attractive rates due to its volunteer-run, not-for-profit structure.
Premier Gliding Location: YBSS is recognized as the largest gliding site in the Southern Hemisphere, offering diverse soaring conditions throughout most of the year. It is also home to the Australian Gliding Museum.
Flight Training Opportunities: Several flight schools, like TVSA Pilot Training, operate from YBSS, providing options for pilot training with reported benefits such as no landing fees at the home aerodrome for students of some schools.
Uncontrolled Airspace for Training: As an uncertified aerodrome with no Air Traffic Control (ATC) service, it offers a less congested environment compared to larger airports, which can be beneficial for flight training.
Flexible Aircraft Hire: The Bacchus Marsh Aero Club allows members to hire aircraft for extended periods, including "fly-away" trips, and can negotiate dry-rates for serious hour-building.

Common Complaints

Limited Passenger Facilities: As a general aviation airfield, YBSS lacks the typical terminal facilities, amenities, and services expected by commercial airline travelers (e.g., shops, restaurants, extensive waiting areas, security screening, or customs/immigration).
Aircraft Parking Compliance: Recent reminders have been issued regarding aircraft parking safety and compliance, highlighting issues with aircraft parked too close to taxiways or outside designated areas, posing a hazard and obstructing operational access.
No Air Traffic Control: The absence of Air Traffic Control (ATC) means pilots must rely on Common Traffic Advisory Frequency (CTAF) broadcasts, requiring diligent communication among users.
Road Access and Parking for Non-Aircraft: While ample for aircraft, detailed information on public parking and ground transportation directly at the airport is limited beyond general mentions of nearby parking for club members. However, bus connections are available to Bacchus Marsh town from Melbourne Airport.

Bacchus Marsh Airport (YBSS) consistently receives positive feedback from the general aviation community, particularly those involved in gliding and flight training, who value its affordability and dedicated airspace. While it serves its purpose exceptionally well for its niche, potential users should be aware of its operational nature as an uncontrolled, general aviation airfield without commercial passenger services.

Last updated: 59 days ago

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Destination	IATA	City	Aircraft Type	Airline	Details	Route Map
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For Pilots

Designation	Length	Width	Surface	Status
`01/19`	5098 ft	82 ft	B	Active
`09/27`	5000 ft	82 ft	B	Active

Type	Description	Frequency
CTAF	"Bacchus Marsh Traffic"	`132.25 MHz`
FIA	Melbourne Radar	`135.7 MHz`
MISC	MISC	`116.1 MHz`
MISC	MISC	`119.6 MHz`
MISC	MISC	`126.8 MHz`

Ident	Name	Type	Frequency

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