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Providing expert commentary on 2017 V-22 Osprey accident

Keith Tonkin recently provided expert commentary on the 2017 V-22 Osprey accident for a Channel 9 news story. Learn more about the accident and watch the news coverage here.

From the Ground Up - June 2022

The June edition of From the Ground Up is out now - we discuss our new updated website and capabilities, the change in government and its impacts on airports, the Port Augusta Renewable Energy Project, the importance of master planning, and much more.

Airport Master Planning – what is it and why do you need it

Airports around the world invest in the master planning process, whether as a regulatory requirement or a deliberate approach to planning for the future development of the asset in line with strategic objectives. Find out what is involved and why your airport needs a Master Plan.

LifeFlight water winch training at Redcliffe Aerodrome (YRED)

One of RACQ LifeFlight’s AW139 rescue helicopters has spent the day at Redcliffe Aerodrome (YRED) conducting water winch training.

Updated Aviation Projects capabilities and website

We recently published a major update to our website to detail our work, ensure our capabilities are up to date and make it easier to find out information about our organisation, our team, and the work we do every day.

eVTOL aircraft - what are the community concerns

In April, we shared a blog about our Griffith University intern, Nhu Quynh Le (Quin). Her internship was research-based and aimed to discover the potential negative effects of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft on communities. Quin has now completed her internship and associated research - find out her findings in this blog.

Aerodrome Safeguarding - Why is it important

One of our key capabilities is our aerodrome safeguarding and spatial services. Learn more about what aerodrome safeguarding is, and why it is so important.

Change in government - what does it mean for Australian Airports

What does a change in government from the Liberal Party of Australia to Australian Labor Party mean? And more specifically, what does it mean for Australian airports and Australia's aviation industry. Find out here.