Airport News

Emergency exercise

An emergency exercise was held at Ballina Byron Gateway Airport earlier this month involving members of NSW Fire and Rescue, NSW Police, State Emergency Services, NSW Ambulance, and the Airservices Australia, Airport Rescue and Fire Flighting Service in collaboration with airport staff.

Every two years the airport conducts a full field exercise to test the effectiveness of the aerodrome emergency plan.

“We simulate a real emergency on the airfield to ensure emergency procedures remain current,” said Julie Stewart, Airport Manager.

“A lot of work goes into planning and coordinating this important field exercise with emergency services. It’s an excellent opportunity for inter-agency stakeholder cooperation, and ensures that in the unlikely event of a real emergency situation all parties are well coordinated to respond effectively.”

Arrive early to avoid delays

There’s nothing worse than anxiously lining up to check in or waiting at security screening when you’re flight is ready for boarding.

Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is busiest from 11.30am to 3pm from Thursday to Monday. During these busy periods it’s best to allow extra time to find a parking spot, check in, and pass through security. Alternatively, use one of the many airport transfer providers to be dropped off at the terminal doorstep!

For more information about parking and airport transfers visit ballinabyronairport.com.au

COVID-SAFE PRACTICES HERE TO STAY

With many services returning to Ballina Byron Gateway Airport, travellers and our community can rest assured that COVID-safe practices are being followed and enforced.

Ballina Byron Gateway Airport continues to work with the airlines and the NSW Government to ensure the safety of passengers, staff and the community.

The airport follows a range of measures outlined in its COVID Safety Plan. This includes additional cleaning and sanitisation, temperature checks, as well as restricting terminal access to passengers and airport staff to maintain social distancing.

These measures will continue to be assessed in line with public health orders.