General aviation · Richmond, Australia
Richmond Downs
- Elevation
- 900 ft
- Coordinates
- 20°35′S 143°18′E
- Local time
- Australia/Brisbane
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Field information
YRDS runways, fuel & airport data
Reference data compiled from public aeronautical sources. Our OCC confirms the operational details for your flight before dispatch.
Classification
General aviation
Time zone
Australia/Brisbane
Country
Australia
AU
Municipality
Richmond
Elevation
900 ft
Position
-20.5773, 143.3011
Flight support
Ground handling, permits & fuel at YRDS.
The Network Plan coordinates flight support at RICHMOND DOWNS (YRDS / 8PN) in Richmond, Australia, through one 24/7 OCC desk. YRDS is listed in our network as a general aviation. Before dispatch, our OCC verifies permit lead times, slot availability, and local handler capabilities.
Services coordinated at YRDS
One 24/7 OCC desk
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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.
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Ground Handling at YRDS
Direct FBO and handler coordination at YRDS covering ramp parking, towing, GPU/ACU support, CIQ formalities, and real-time operational updates.
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Fuel Arrangements at YRDS
Competitive into-plane pricing, secure fuel releases, and credit arrangements through major oil suppliers and local distributors worldwide. Availability at YRDS is confirmed by the duty dispatcher at the time of request.
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Flight Planning & Dispatch to YRDS
Optimized routing, weather analysis, NOTAM review, fuel planning, and flight plan filing supported by continuous 24/7 OCC monitoring. Planning reference for YRDS: 20° 34′ 38″ S 143° 18′ 4″ E; elevation 900 ft.
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Crew & Passenger Services in Richmond
Ground transportation, hotel reservations, visa assistance, and expedited meet & greet for crews operating into Richmond. Complete passenger handling coordination covering check-in, boarding, special assistance, and CIQ formalities at YRDS.
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Cargo Operations at YRDS
Support for freighter operations into YRDS covering ULD logistics, ramp and slot coordination, dangerous goods coordination, and rapid turnarounds.
Location
Where YRDS sits in the network
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Operating into YRDS?
Our 24/7 OCC arranges permits, ground handling, fuel and crew support at Richmond Downs — one desk for the whole trip.