Archerfields original inhabitants were the yerongpan clan who spoke a dialect of the turrbal language. F station archerfield established itself by building its own hangars and huts along the southern boundary of the field. Foursquare uses cookies to provide you with an optimal experience, to personalize ads that you may see, and to help advertisers measure the. A civilian airport on the outskirts of brisbane was partly taken over by the royal australian air force raaf n september 1939 when they took over the royal queensland aero club facilities at archerfield airport. See 14 photos and 1 tip from 219 visitors to archerfield airport. Aug 01, 2015 archerfield avionics pty ltd august 1, 2015 august 17, 2015 spoton. Archerfield airport is a leased federal airport located in archerfield, 12km to the. Links airways museum civil aviation historical society. Archerfield links is now a collective term for two new courses the dirleton and the fidra that have been created as part of the transformation of the estate into a luxury resort. The control tower and many buildings at archerfield were built during these busy years. Raaf station archerfield was a permanent royal australian air force station at archerfield airport in brisbane, queensland, australia, from 1939 to 1956 history 19391945. The airport dates back to 1929 when the government originally purchased the land and named the space archerfield. From around 1826, two years after brisbane was first settled, the area would have been part of.
In accordance with the civil aviation safety authority casa mandate that all aircraft operating under instrument flight rules ifr are required to navigate primarily using satellitebased means and to ensure we continue to have the safest and most efficient air traffic management system possible, airservices is redesigning arrival flight paths at some airports for. Archerfield avionics pty ltd august 1, 2015 august 17, 2015 spoton. Archerfield airport corporation pty ltd, archerfield ticket. Hotels near archerfield airport, queensland in qld choice. Notice is given that the archerfield airport chamber of commerce inc. The control tower and many buildings at archerfield were built during these busy years when archerfield was the main airport in brisbane. Archerfield airport aircraft storage and fbo solutions. Live tracking maps, flight status, and airport delays for airline flights, privatega flights, and airports. Archerfield is a major general aviation airport and is a secondary airport for brisbane. More detailed data for individual sites is available. Our built heritage plays an important role in the ongoing story of our city. Pacific wrecks archerfield airfield, queensland, australia.
Also known as archerfield airdrome or simply archerfield. Archerfield airport archerfield brisbanes second airport, located 11km south of the cbd and once the home of qantas, ansett and taa, has a history dating back to 1855 when the land on which it stands was purchased and later built upon by publican of south brisbanes greniers inn, thomas grenier. At the 2016 australian census, the suburb recorded a population of 544. Current conditions, warnings and historical records.
Australias largest range of aviation gifts and merchandise can be found at au. Map of archerfield, qld 4108 archerfield is a mixeduse suburb of the city of brisbane, queensland, australia. Used 1998 beechcraft 58 baron for sale in archerfield, queensland australia. Location lat 27 34 s long 153 0 29e archerfield airfield is located at 63 above sea level to the south of brisbane in central queensland in australia. Archerfield airport history of brisbane must do brisbane.
Archerfield is a mixeduse suburb of the city of brisbane, queensland, australia. Basair archerfield airport campus in queensland is an excellent choice if you are a student looking for accommodation that offers convenience, safety and security. Aero club a significant milestone in australias aviation history. The queensland aero club, which was established in 1919, moved from eagle farm to archerfield in 1931. Facilities include a licensed club, free car parking, paid secure car parking, aircraft hire, charter, maintenance and parking. Even now, after almost 70 years, the accident still ranks as the 10th worst aviation disaster in australia.
Ansett ana and taa both used archerfield during the 1930s. Media in category archerfield airport the following 36 files are in this category, out of 36 total. This is the old control building which opened in 1941. The archerfield jet base is a brisbane fbo fixed base operator located in the heart of southeast queensland at archerfield airport, about 20 minutes from brisbanes cbd. With great amenities and rooms for every budget, compare and book your hotel near archerfield airport, queensland today. Inside youll find a complete range of supplies for the aviator and aircraft owner. Archerfield airport archerfield, queensland ybaf ident type origin departure arrival. Archerfield airports architectural heritage reflects a rich history as a key military. A rcherfield airport is brisbanes secondary airport and queenslands major centre for general aviation activities located just 11kms from the brisbane cbd and in close proximity to stradbroke, moreton and fraser islands, archerfield airport has become a favourite destination for corporate aircraft, charter, flying training and all kinds of maintenance requirements. Information about archerfield airport world airport database. History of archerfield aerodrome sometimes referred to as franklins farm or archers field. When you book your flight with us we advise about the aerodrome where we will meet you, and as a rule we will. Includes airline, flight number, origin airport, destination airport. Archerfield airport weather forecast updated daily.
The agenda for the fourteenth annual general meeting can be downloaded here. Archerfield airport brisbane, queensland, australia. Hangar 2 archerfield airport archerfield, queensland 4108 australia. This airport is under development by laminar research. Hard to find a nice place to sit and watch planes, apart from a spot off the ring. By colin clark archerfield airport brisbane, queensland, australia. From inner city landmarks such as the striking mcwhirters department store to lesserknown gems further afield like the streamlined archerfield airport administration building, brisbane has a. Archerfield airport art deco main terminal building. Includes airline, flight number, origin airport, destination airport, flight delays, flight status, and flight tracking. We search over 500 approved car hire suppliers to find you the very best archerfield airport rental prices available.
Flight departure information for brisbane archerfield airport ybaf located in archerfield, queensland, australia. Hangars archerfield airport hangar for lease, suit fixed wing or rotary operations with tail height up to 6m. Archerfield airport is the nearest airport for the following popular destinations. Do you want to know the entry ticket price for archerfield airport corporation pty ltd. It is likely that one incident that occurred at archerfield gave rise to the apparition at the time, the event was deemed the worst air disaster in australias history. Basic users becoming a basic user is free and easy. Archerfield airport, brisbane, queensland, australia. Archerfield airport brisbanes metropolitan airport. The aviator store pilot supplies, pilot shop, online pilot. Modern cities such as brisbane embraced art deco style in its architecture as it swept the world during the interwar period. The suburbs western boundary follows oxley creek and in the east it follows beaudesert. From around 1826, two years after brisbane was first settled, the area would have been part of cowpers pl.
With budget pricing, modern and stylish decor located right in the heart of archerfield airport, you wouldnt want to live anywhere else. Archerfield this tiny speck of a burial ground was started as a family plot after a tragedy in 1859, and when archerfield airport was established in 1929 it was preserved and incorporated into the airport precinct. Even gils sister roselyn worked parttime in the office for some years. Archerfield radio site near boundary rd, coopers plains. Archerfield airport terminal building architect unknown, 1941 ive included this one because we all love an art deco building and this one is steeped in unique history. Flight departures brisbane archerfield airport ybaf. Archerfield airport is a leased federal airport located in archerfield, 12 km 7. During world war ii it was used as a royal australian air force station. At the outbreak of world war ii in september 1939, the royal australian air force raaf took over the royal queensland aero club facilities at archerfield airport. Subscribe to an fuel price jet a, 100ll data feed for airports. A summary of the major climate statistics recorded at this site is provided below. No submissions for this airport will be approved without prior approval from the moderator.
Dairy farm, international airport, military base and historical site. Both courses were designed by golf architect david j russell, with the dirleton winding inland towards dirleton village and the fidra heading towards the coast. Today known as archerfield airport or brisbane archerfield airport. Archerfield is a sparsely populated suburb, with most of the land being occupied by archerfield airport. Archerfield airport chamber of commerce incorporated. Airport activity archerfield airport archerfield, queensland. Oct 04, 2016 this is the old control building which opened in 1941.
A resume of mr o briens flying experience, based on his log books, the d. Edwards aviation will fly you to and from archerfield airport icao. Book now with choice hotels near archerfield airport, queensland in brisbane, qld. Archerfield this tiny speck of a burial ground was started as a family plot after a tragedy in 1859, and when archerfield airport was established in 1929 it was. Buy or subscribe to flightawares airport database airport name, icaoiata codes, location, etc. The aviator store on sale please check out our sale items for genuine special on popular items. Archerfield airport was the departure point for qantass first scheduled flight from australia to england and is home to one of the worlds oldest flying schools still. Due to the convenient location, archerfield has become a popular destination for stradbroke, moreton and fraser islands aviation operators. There is also an extended table with more statistics available. Archerfield airport was established in the early 1930s and served as brisbanes primary and international airport up until 1949 with qantas, ansett ana and trans australia airlines offering regular passenger transport rpt services. Archerfield airfield administration building youtube. Archerfield airport abc news australian broadcasting.
Archerfield refuelling services archerfield airport brisbane, qld, 4108, australia. Archerfield airport is situated 12 kilometres south of brisbanes central business district. Aircraft on the tarmac at archerfield, brisbane, ca. Flyers of time kevin oreillys book about the history of aviation in country victoria and the. Archerfield airport weather forecast, qld willyweather.
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