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Regional Airport · Australia

YBNABNK

Ballina Byron Gateway Airport

Ballina, Australia

ICAO

YBNA

IATA

BNK

Category

Regional Airport

Elevation

7 ft

Country

Australia

Flight Support Services

Flight Support Services at YBNA

The Network Plan coordinates flight support at Ballina Byron Gateway Airport (YBNA / BNK) in Ballina, Australia, through one 24/7 OCC desk.

YBNA is listed in our network as a regional airport. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.

Overflight & Landing Permits – Australia

Efficient coordination of overflight, landing, ad hoc, and seasonal block permit applications with the civil aviation authority of Australia.

Applicable permit lead times for Australia are confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.

For airline operators, navigation fee verifications, overflight charge audits, and CAA account reconciliations for Australia are managed end-to-end.

Ground Handling at YBNA

Direct FBO and handler coordination at YBNA covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.

Ballina Byron Gateway Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

Jet A1 Fuel at YBNA

Fuel on record at Ballina Byron Gateway Airport: Jet fuel only. Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors.

Flight Planning & Dispatch to YBNA

Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring.

Planning reference for YBNA: 28° 49′ 59″ S 153° 33′ 40″ E; elevation 7 ft; local time UTC+10.

Crew & Passenger Services in Ballina

Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Ballina.

Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at YBNA.

Cargo Operations at YBNA

Support for freighter operations into YBNA covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.

Field Information

Ballina Byron Gateway Airport

Latitude
28° 49′ 59″ S
Longitude
153° 33′ 40″ E
ICAO code
YBNA
IATA code
BNK
Municipality
Ballina
Timezone
UTC+10
Traffic
—
Fuel Type
Jet fuel only
Fire Category
ICAO Cat 6
Airport Category
—
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OCC Dispatch Desk

Planning A Flight To BNK?

Send us your aircraft, schedule, and requirements. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for YBNA.

Submit flight inquiry for YBNA

Operational Notes

Frequently Asked Questions – YBNA

What are the ICAO and IATA codes for Ballina Byron Gateway Airport?

The ICAO code is YBNA and the IATA code is BNK.

Is Jet A1 available at YBNA?

Yes. Fuel on record at Ballina Byron Gateway Airport is Jet fuel only; into-plane pricing and fuel releases are arranged by our OCC.

What is the fire category at YBNA?

Ballina Byron Gateway Airport publishes rescue and fire fighting cover of ICAO Cat 6.

What time zone does YBNA operate in?

Ballina Byron Gateway Airport operates on UTC+10.

How do I request ground handling or a permit for YBNA?

Send your aircraft, schedule, and requirements to occ@thenetworkplan.com. Our duty dispatcher will confirm applicable permit lead times, handling arrangements, and available Jet A1 pricing for YBNA.