The Forbes Aerodrome in NSW is located 8km West of Forbes township, along Bedgerabong Road, in an area of lightly timbered Crown Land. The access road from Bedgerabong Road is sealed. The Aerodrome site covers about 0.84 hectares. Phone (02) 6852 3845 for more information.
Fees for using this facility include charges for holding an aeroplane at the airport.
The aerodrome is also used by the Forbes Gliding and Aero Club. The Aero Club Clubhouse is located on the Southern end of the aerodrome and is accessible via Bedgerabong Road.
Forbes is in the Central West region of New South Wales, located on the Newell Highway between Parkes and West Wyalong. Forbes is named after Sir Francis Forbes, first Chief Justice of NSW. Wikipedia
Elevation 760 | Area Forecast 21 / 22 | Strip Direction 09 : 27 |
GPS Position 33° 2149 S 147° 5606 E | ALA Code YFBS | Strip Length 1228 |
WAC Chart 3456, 3457 | FIA Melb Centre 135.25 Circuit area | Strip Surface Sealed |
Owner / Operator Forbes Shire Council (02) 6850 2874 | Windsock 1 – W side of E tarmac | ASIC Security / Vis Vest No |
Fuel AVGAS Bowser and JetA1 Compac Pay or Credit / Debit Card | Distance to Town 4.8 NM | Lighting PAL 122.4 |
Aircraft Parking Yes | Transport Taxi 131 008 | Landing Fees |
Special Procedures and Comments: CTAF 126.7 Animal hazards. Hang gliding OPs. Parallel grass strip for use by hang gliders. Circuit to South. No dead side. RWY 09 RH circuits. |
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