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Scone Regional Airport (the Airport) is a registered general aviation airport, servicing the town of Scone and the Upper Hunter region. Located approximately 300km north of Sydney and 150km northwest of Newcastle by road, the Airport currently supports a variety of aviation businesses and service providers in addition to a multitude of propeller and jet aircraft flying to and from the Airport. The Airport was constructed in 1958 and designed to cater to Fokker Friendship F27 aircraft. Since that time, the Airport has undergone several upgrades for operational improvements and safety reasons. The Airport has approximately 9,500 movements a year which range from single engine aircraft to large executive jets and BlackHawk helicopters.
The Airport acts as a base of operation for seven (7) commercial aviation operators, a local aero club and several owners and operators of light aircraft. The commercial activities located at the Airport include charter flights, aerial agriculture, flight training, aircraft manufacturing and aircraft maintenance. There is significant use of the Airport by aviation operators based outside the Upper Hunter with domestic and international corporate jet operators supporting the local equine industry, mining, farming and heavy plant and equipment industries.
The Airport plays an essential role in saving lives by facilitating medical evacuations, collection and delivery of organ donations and search and recuse. The Airport is regularly used by Air Ambulance, Westpac Rescue Helicopter, Angel Flight and Royal Flying Doctor Service. The Airport is the only airport in the Upper Hunter region and is therefore a critical resource for providing these essential services.
Along with the medical services, the Airport is the base for Australian’s largest air Rural Fire Service contractor. The NSW Police utilise the Airport to respond to emergencies quickly and for prisoner transportation between corrective services facilities. The Australian Defence Force uses the Airport as a training ground and for ghost operations.
Three registered flying schools operate form the Airport and provide training for pilots of the Royal Flying Doctor Service, Rural Fire Service and Westpac Helicopter.
The Airport is part of the Airservices Backup Navigational Network which provides critical and essential safety support to the aviation industry for all aircraft flying within the Scone flight path.
Fees and charges apply to all aircraft using Scone & Upper Hunter Airport.
Located at Walter Pye Avenue, Scone.
Civil Aviation Safety Authority Website
Scone Regional Airport Terminal and Warbird Aviation Attraction project updates
Joanne McLoughlin
Property & Business Coordinator
Phone: 02 6540 1158
Fax: 02 6545 2671
council@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au
Airport Master Plan (PDF-3.2MB)
It is likely that drones (or remotely piloted aircraft) will become a common feature in our skies as the technology advances and its usage rapidly increases. Trials have already been done on delivering groceries, mail and other goods by drone. They are also changing the way we work especially for activities such as property inspections and surveying. Using drones won’t just be a fun hobby, drones will become a way of life.
Safety in the skies is our top priority. To keep people, property and the environment around us safe, it's essential that drone users know the rules officially known as the 'standard operating conditions' and the local conditions that apply to them.
Upper Hunter Shire Council is warning users of drones and other remote-controlled aircraft that there are many areas in the Shire where drone use is restricted or not permitted. Please read Where can I fly? below.
Please visit the CASA website for the full details in regards to any drone use
Upper Hunter Shire Council is a local government authority and provides an extensive array of services including health and building; town planning; aged care; sporting and recreational facilities; roads; libraries; waste collection; airport facilities; saleyards; public venues; water; children, youth and families and tourist information.
Upper Hunter Shire is located in the Hunter Region of NSW, approximately 250km north of Sydney. The Shire is predominantly rural and encompasses 8,100km2.
We have a COVID-19 Safety Plan and are committed to keeping you safe.
PO Box 208
Scone NSW 2337
Phone: 02 6540 1100
Fax: 02 6545 2671
council@upperhunter.nsw.gov.au
135 Liverpool Street, Scone
34-40 Vennacher Street, Merriwa
47 Mayne Street, Murrurundi
After hours emergencies for roads, bridges, animal control,
water, sewer & landfill
Phone: 02 6540 1199
Ngayan marrungku paran wiyan Wanarruwa, mirumalikan para ani parraykupa, ngatan ngayan marrung wiyan Ngarrakay paranpa yurakaykal ngatan pangaykal.
We acknowledge the Wonnarua people, traditional keepers of this land, and we pay respects to their Elders, past and present.
Translation by Aunty Sharon Edgar-Jones.