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Infrastructure in the sky: Why Australia’s growth depends on getting airspace right
Australia is preparing for a 25-30% surge in air traffic over the next decade with billions of dollars pouring into airports, aircraft, drones and improved aviation services. But there’s a bottleneck that could undermine this nation-shaping investment – the largely invisible infrastructure of the sky.
Airservices Australia renews airspace management agreement with the Solomon Islands
Airservices Australia has renewed its agreement with the Solomon Islands government to continue providing upper airspace management services for an additional five years. The renewed agreement ensures the provision of area control services in Class A airspace (above 24,500 feet) within the Honiara Flight Information Region, which is managed from Airservices’ Brisbane Air Traffic Services…
Drone operators benefit from faster airspace access at more airports
Commercial drone operators can apply for fast authorisations to fly safely in controlled areas at Broome, Cairns, Coffs Harbour, Essendon, Hobart, and Melbourne airports under an expansion of the Automated Airspace Authorisations Trial (AAAT). Launched by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) and Airservices Australia in May 2021, the trial has simplified airspace access for…
Airservices Australia calls for community feedback on preferred Ballina airspace and flightpath design changes
Airservices Australia is inviting the community to have its say on preferred airspace and flightpath design changes around Ballina Byron Gateway Airport aimed at safely accommodating the continued growth of air traffic in the region. Ballina’s enhanced air traffic services will take effect in 2025, following a 2022 airspace review by the Civil Aviation Safety…
Airservices Australia collaborates with Wisk for airspace of the future
Airservices Australia has signed a memorandum of understanding with global aerospace manufacturer Wisk Aero which will help both organisations gain insights into the future airspace management needs of Advanced Air Mobility operations, such as air taxis. Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) is the next generation of aviation technology and is set to transform transportation with aircraft…
Airservices Australia invites community feedback on proposed Bankstown airspace changes
Airservices Australia is seeking community feedback on the proposed light aircraft corridor to the southeast of Bankstown Airport’s controlled airspace. The Civil Aviation Safety Authority’s (CASA) proposal, made in conjunction with Airservices, is to reclassify a portion of airspace that would see general aviation pilots offered a more direct route to the south-east of Bankstown…
Airservices Australia calls for community feedback on draft Ballina airspace and flightpath design changes
Airservices Australia is inviting the community to have its say on preliminary airspace and flightpath design changes around Ballina Byron Gateway Airport aimed at safely accommodating the continued growth of air traffic in the burgeoning region. Residents can provide feedback at seven community engagement sessions (including an online option) listed here, until Sunday, 8th September. …
How airspace works
Airspace is assigned into categories which determine the level of service provided. In Australia, these range from Class A (typically en route, high level airspace) to Class G (uncontrolled airspace predominantly used by light aircraft). More information on classes of airspace is available. The service provided by air traffic controllers depends on the class of…
How airspace is managed
In Australia, there are two major types of airspace: controlled, and uncontrolled. Controlled airspace in Australia is actively monitored and managed by air traffic controllers. To enter controlled airspace, an aircraft must first gain a clearance from an air traffic controller. Uncontrolled airspace has no supervision by air traffic control so no clearance is required…
Airspace infringement
Navigating the skies safelyAirspace infringement An airspace infringement (AI) is the unauthorised entry of an aircraft into airspace where a clearance is required, or to which entry is prohibited. Equip yourself for a safer flight by understanding the potential risks AIs can cause. Potential risks of AI include: mid-air collision loss of separation increased workload…
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SafetyPublications Navigating the skies safelyAirspace infringement CategoriesHotspots or LocationAdelaideAdelaieAmberleyBrisbaneDarwinEast SaleMelbournePearcePerthSydneyTownsvilleWilliamtown Airspace Infringement Infographic Safe Operations around controlled airspace safety net Adelaide Basin airspace infringement hot spots Melbourne Basin airspace infringement hot spots Brisbane Basin airspace infringement hot spots Perth Basin airspace infringement hot spots Sydney Basin airspace infringement hot spots Amberley airspace infringement hotspots Darwin…
Trainee Air Traffic Controller information sessions
Explore a career as a Trainee ATC Live Online Information Sessions Register to our online information sessions: Thursday, 16 April 1PM Thursday, 16 April 5:30PM Tuesday, 5 May 1PM Tuesday, 5 May 5:30PM Looking for a fast‑paced, high‑impact career that helps keep Australia’s skies safe? Join our live online session to learn about becoming a…
Airservices Australia Releases February 2026 Australian Aviation Network Overview
Airservices Australia has released its Australian Aviation Network Overview report for February 2026. Highlights include: About AirservicesAirservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for safely and efficiently managing air traffic in 11 per cent of the world’s airspace, as well as the provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australia’s busiest airports. We are regulated…
Airservices Australia aviation rescue fire fighters call for more recruits on International Women’s Day
Airservices Australia aviation rescue fire fighters have marked International Women’s Day (IWD) by encouraging more women to join the dynamic frontline service – a high-impact career at the heart of Australia’s aviation industry. In a Channel 7News Melbourne exclusive today, to mark IWD, Airservices’ Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting (ARFF) service instructors Kristin Alston and Alissa…
Airservices Australia Releases January 2026 Australian Aviation Network Overview
Airservices Australia has released its Australian Aviation Network Overview report for January 2026. Highlights include: About AirservicesAirservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for safely and efficiently managing air traffic in 11 per cent of the world’s airspace, as well as the provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australia’s busiest airports. We are regulated…
Airservices Australia bolsters air traffic controller training with new Airways International deal
Airservices Australia and Airways International have signed a training agreement to accelerate Australian air traffic controller (ATC) onboarding efforts, reinforcing an enduring partnership between the two organisations. Airways International, the commercial arm of Airways New Zealand, will now welcome several cohorts of Airservices ATC trainees over the next 12 months to commence training for aerodrome…
Airservices Australia Releases December 2025 Australian Aviation Network Overview
Airservices Australia has released its Australian Aviation Network Overview report for December 2025. Highlights include: About AirservicesAirservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for safely and efficiently managing air traffic in 11 per cent of the world’s airspace, as well as the provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australia’s busiest airports. We are regulated…
Airservices Australia Releases November Australian Aviation Network Overview
Airservices Australia has released its Australian Aviation Network Overview report for November 2025. Highlights include: About AirservicesAirservices Australia is a government-owned organisation responsible for safely and efficiently managing air traffic in 11 per cent of the world’s airspace, as well as the provision of aviation rescue fire fighting services at Australia’s busiest airports. We are regulated…
Airservices Australia and Airways New Zealand strengthen coordination on aviation safety, innovation and resilience
Airservices Australia and Airways New Zealand have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to enhance collaboration across air traffic management, operational resilience and regional coordination. The agreement, signed at the Civil Air Navigation Services Organisation (CANSO) Airspace Asia Pacific conference this week, establishes a framework for enhanced cooperation in operational contingency planning, innovation in air…
Airservices Australia ready to guide Santa this Christmas
It’s go-time for Santa Claus’ magical mission, with Airservices Australia’s official Santa Flight Management Team gearing up to provide 24/7 flightpath tracking to guide Jolly Old Saint Nick and his reindeer to safety this Christmas. Airservices’ national network of 3700 professionals – led by our highly skilled and passionate air traffic controllers (ATCs), engineers, technicians…
Airservices Australia invites feedback on Sunshine Coast Airport Post Implementation Review improvement actions
Airservices Australia is today calling on the community and industry to provide feedback on the first actions of the Post Implementation Review (PIR) for airspace and flightpath changes implemented at Sunshine Coast Airport in 2020. Online engagement sessions will be held on 26 and 27 November. Booking are essential via here. The PIR, which was…
Airservices Australia Releases October Australian Aviation Network Overview
Airservices Australia has released its Australian Aviation Network Overview report for October 2025.
Highlights include: Australian aviation recorded another strong month in October, supported by major events such as the National Rugby League (NRL) Grand Final and school holidays early in the month. International travel has sustained 9% year-on-year growth, and this momentum is expected to be maintained, supported by regional trade cooperation reinforced at the recent APEC Summit. Fleet renewal is enabling greater capacity on busy domestic routes and first-ever international services from secondary airports, such as the Bali-Newcastle route with A321LR aircraft.
Airservices Australia celebrates International Day of the Air Traffic Controller
It’s a niche, high-pressure and dynamic role – and not one for the faint-hearted – but Airservices Australia’s 900-strong air traffic controller (ATC) workforce wouldn’t have it any other way. Today, on International Day of the Air Traffic Controller (IDATC), we proudly honour our highly skilled, passionate and dedicated ATCs, who operate 24/7 to keep…
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