Strahan Airstrip in Tasmania is an airport located 2 nautical miles (3.7 km; 2.3 mi) west of Strahan. It is the main airport for the West Coast of Tasmania and is owned and maintained by the West Coast Council. The need for an airport in the area was suggested in the 1950s, and suggestions for upgrades have occurred over time.
Helicopter and fixed-wing flights operate from here for charter flights into the south-west wilderness area, or over locations in western Tasmania. In May 2019, Par Avion commenced a thrice-weekly service between Hobart and Strahan.
Lack of animal-proof fencing has created a need for the landing strip to be checked and cleared before emergency landings by the Royal Flying Doctor Service.
Elevation 66 | Area Forecast 70 | Strip Direction 18 / 36 |
GPS Position 42° 0920 S 145° 1729 E | ALA Code YSRN | Strip Length 1220 |
WAC Chart 3556 | FIA Melbourne Centre 123.95 Circuit area | Strip Surface Sealed |
Owner/Operator West Coast Council (03) 6471 4700 ARO 0427 803 711 | Windsock 1 – S side of APN | ASIC Security/Vis Vest No |
Fuel Nil | Distance to Town 2 NM | Lighting PAL 122.8 |
Aircraft Parking Small parking area | Transport Drive Car Hire 1300 883 739 Need to pre-book | Landing Fees Yes |
Special Procedures and Comments: CTAF 124.2
ACFT above 7500 KG require prior permission.
Wild life hazards exist.
Unsealed areas may be slippery when wet.
RH circuits req’d when operating on RWY 18.
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