Finch Hatton Air Strip Pilot information

FINCH HATTON AIR STRIP -Information for incoming pilots

2/9/2021

Incoming pilots wishing to use the local airstrip at Finch Hatton, please see the pictures below with information as supplied by the Airstrip Committee.

Contact: Ph. 07 4958 3153 - (Finch Hatton Airstrip Association Inc)
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Pilots should email danielargent1@bigpond.com and argentpj@bigpond.com with flight details. Prior permission is required. WARNING: The runway is not regularly used or inspected and is often covered in long grass. For details of landing fees/donations and all other information, see remarks below.

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Gareth Davey link

3/9/2021 09:03:47 am

Thanks to the Progress Association for making all this information available. It will help pilots assess the flight hazards and prepare a mitigation plan before arriving.

Permission is required before flying in to check on surface upgrades and mowing - men and equipment may be working on the runway. Emergency services may also be using it as a base.

The airstrip is only 1 nautical mile from town (walking distance) and is well worth a visit. Also, across the road from the strip is a picnic spot by the river - pilots can check the actual conditions on the 'Owens Creek Loop Road' camera at https://www.mackay.qld.gov.au/residents/emergency_management/camera .

I've flown in three times in a fixed-undercarriage Cessna 182 and enjoyed every visit including a riverside picnic. Next time, will pack a foldup pushbike and give it a try.

FINCH HATTON AIR STRIP -Information for incoming pilots

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