Richmond Airport in Queensland is 2 miles northwest of the town of Richmond. It is operated by the Richmond Shire Council.
Richmond is a small outback town which functions as a service centre to the surrounding pastoral community.
Once part of Australia’s vast Inland Sea, Richmond is best known for its marine fossil discoveries. Kronosaurus Korner displays fossil finds from the cretaceous-era inland sea, which existed from about 97.5 to 120 million years ago. While at the museum, grab a permit and ask for a map to the free local fossil hunting sites; a chance to find your own fossil.
Elevation 677 | Area Forecast 43 | Strip Direction 09 / 27 |
GPS Position 20° 4207 S 143° 0653 E | ALA Code YRMD | Strip Length 1522 |
WAC Chart 3233 | FIA Brisb Centre 123.95 3500FT | Strip Surface Sealed |
Owner / Operator Richmond Shire (07) 4741 3277 A/H 0438 687 325 | Windsock 2 – N side near RWY THR | ASIC Security / Vis Vest Yes |
Fuel Not always available Prior notice req’d 0409 266 162 | Distance to Town 2 NM | Lighting AFRU + PAL 126.7 |
Aircraft Parking Yes | Transport – | Landing Fees < 5700kg (per tonne) $11.00 >5700kg (per tonne) $16.00 |
Special Procedures and Comments: CTAF 126.7 |