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New agreement provides Airservices Australia with access to advanced software tool to enhance airspace management

Airservices Australia has signed an agreement that will allow it to use market-leading airspace management software developed in the busy skies of Europe to optimise the utilisation of Australian airspace.  The Local and sub-regional airspace management support system (LARA) developed by international air traffic management coordinating body EUROCONTROL is an airspace reservation and booking tool,…

Airservices Australia launches nation’s first purpose-built digital air traffic control service at Western Sydney International Airport

Western Sydney will be Australia’s first airport without a traditional air traffic control tower as Airservices Australia modernises its air traffic management capabilities with safe and efficient digital technology. Western Sydney International (Nancy-Bird Walton) Airport (WSI) will operate as a digitised aerodrome, with more than 20 high-resolution cameras monitoring the airport and immediate airspace and…

Airservices’ Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting Service celebrates second Direct Entry Recruit Course graduation

Two dynamic former Defence servicewomen are among the brightest sparks who’ve recently graduated from Airservices Australia’s Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting Service (ARFFS) 2023 Direct Entry Recruit Course at our Melbourne training academy. The training course – only the second conducted for experienced fire fighters in Airservices’ 28-year history – saw 24 exceptional recruits complete a…

Runway safety

Pilot Runway Safety Expand (background music) Airservices considers runway safety to be a serious threat to aviation safety. We work with industry to manage runway safety risks across our towered locations. (background talking noise) Class D controlled aerodromes are complex, busy and involve diverse aviation activities. (helicopter engine whirring) The airport design and procedures allow…

Airservices’ Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting Service recruits bring the heat at graduation

Cairns’ Chris Parker is on fire after graduating top of the class in Airservices’ Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting Service (ARFFS) 96th Recruit Course. Chris’ Australian Defence Force training saw him excel at ARFFS’ gruelling 15-week recruit course, with him honoured with the prestigious Silver Axe Award – Most Outstanding Recruit. He was one of 24…

Airservices honours Joann’s key role in transforming air traffic management

In the lead-up to International Women’s Day, Airservices is proudly championing the highly skilled women in our national team to help #BreakTheBias and showcase the many varied and rewarding opportunities available for women considering a career in aviation. Catch up on previous profiles on our Newsroom, including an interview with Program Manager (Digital Investments), Laura…

Sustainability

Environmental responsibilityOur approach A safe, efficient, and sustainable aviation sector is critical to the economy and the standard of living of all Australians. Airservices Australia operates in the sky, over land, and water. Our 2024-2030 Environmental Sustainability Strategy builds on the previous strategy and outlines a roadmap of how we will respect and protect this environment…

National PFAS Management Program

National PFAS managementOur commitment Airservices is committed to the responsible management of PFAS resulting from our historical use of PFAS-containing fire fighting foams at airports where we provide aviation rescue and fire fighting services. We manage PFAS to ensure the safety of our people, and the communities and environment in which we operate. We are…

Innovation and technology

Focus on innovationForefront of aviation technology The aviation industry is evolving quickly, and we are evolving with it. We are at the forefront of exploring new technologies to make our services faster, more efficient and more valuable for all airspace users. OneSKY programThe future of Air traffic Management The OneSKY Australia program is an innovative…

Air Traffic Management

Air Traffic ManagementControlling Australia’s air traffic We provide world-leading tower and approach services to manage the safe, orderly flow of aircraft into and out of Australia’s airspace. Our air traffic controllersWho manages the airspace? Our air traffic controllers are responsible for keeping our skies safe. With specialised controllers operating across airport towers, terminals and en…

New Aircraft Noise Ombudsman appointed

Airservices Chairman John Weber has today announced the appointment of Mr Kieran Pehm as Australia’s next Aircraft Noise Ombudsman.

OneSKY: Contractual Arrangements audit report

Airservices notes the OneSKY: Contractual Arrangements audit report, which makes no recommendations.

FlySafe 2019 forum set to improve aviation safety

In a concerted effort to maintain Australia’s world-leading safety record, Australia’s three government aviation agencies are hosting the inaugural FlySafe 2019 Aviation Safety Forum at the Australian International Airshow next month.

Airservices announces two major milestones in OneSKY program

Airservices Australia today announced it has reached two major milestones in OneSKY, the world-leading program being undertaken jointly with the Department of Defence.

Aerodrome Operator Interface Agreements (AOIAs)

Aerodrome Operator Interface Arrangement (AOIA) Effective date: 07 February 2022 Airservices contacts For ATEL/ANAV Removal/ Restoration notifications or Permit to Work enquiries and requests contact the Airservices Technical Operations Centre at mowp@airservicesaustralia.com For urgent matters contact the Airservices Support Services Team at servicedesk.airways@airservicesaustralia.com. In the event of any emergency that is likely to impact Airservices…

Airservices delivering safety and innovation to Australian aviation industry

Airservices Australia has published its 2017–18 Annual Report, demonstrating its commitment to delivering safe, more efficient and innovative services for all who operate in Australia’s skies.

New data sharing system to save aviation industry millions

A new state-of-the-art information sharing platform that will instantly synchronise data for air traffic controllers and operations staff at airports, is set to save the aviation industry an estimated $52 million over the next decade.

CEO response to claims on regional airlines subsidising OneSKY program

Today in a letter to journalist Ean Higgins, Airservices Australia CEO Jason Harfield refuted recent allegations published in The Australian suggesting regional airlines will incur higher charges to fund OneSKY across the country.

OneSKY milestone signals new age in Australian air traffic management and beyond

Airservices Australia and the Department of Defence have this week signed contracts signifying a major milestone in unifying the nation’s civil and military air traffic management systems.

Frequently asked questions

FAQS Air Traffic Controller training The job of an air traffic controller has so many aspects that it tends to lead to as many questions. We have collected the most common ones here. The answers are brief so you can quickly find what you need to know. Who can I contact if I have questions…

Airservices statement to ANAO Report on the conduct of the OneSKY Tender

Airservices acknowledges the latest report released by the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO) into the conduct of the OneSKY Tender, which concluded the tender process was appropriate for the scale, scope and risk of the project.

Appointment of Aircraft Noise Ombudsman

Airservices Chair Air Chief Marshal Sir Angus Houston AK, AFC (Ret’d) has today announced the appointment of Ms Narelle Bell as Australia’s next Aircraft Noise Ombudsman. Ms Bell will take up her appointment on 8 February 2017.

NOTAM originator

Welcome The NOTAM Originator portal contains guidance and reference material to enable NOTAM authorised persons to meet their CASR 175 requirements. NOTAM Web Service (NWS) Join the growing group of aeronautical data originators (ADO) who have discovered the ease of managing their NOTAM requirements through the NOTAM Web Service (NWS), a module available upon request…

OneSKY Australia

AboutWhat is OneSKY? OneSKY Australia® is the most complex transformation of air traffic management in Australian aviation history. It’s a partnership between Airservices and the Department of Defence, replacing existing air traffic management systems with an advanced integrated system known as the Civil Military Air Traffic Management System (CMATS). OneSKY Australia® was established to deliver…

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Airservices is at the forefront of Australian aviation. We are uniquely connected to all parts of the industry and offer exciting and innovative work across a range of operational and corporate roles.

Career paths on offer at Airservices include
Air Traffic Control, Aviation Rescue Fire Fighting, information technology, corporate support and more.

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