Weipa Airport is an airport in Weipa, Queensland, Australia. The airport is southeast of the town.

History In 1972, construction of the Flight Service Unit Lighting Building and Power House began, and it was completed in 1976. Under Aviation Transport Security Act 2004, Weipa Airport was categorised as a Category 4 security controlled airport. Passenger screening was introduced to Weipa Airport in 2014. It followed a 2010 change that required regional airports handling aircraft weighing 20,000kg or more to screen passengers.

Airlines and destinations

Statistics Weipa Airport was ranked 55th in Australia for the number of revenue passengers served in financial year 2010–2011.Fiscal year 1 July – 30 June Refers to "Regular Public Transport (RPT) operations only"

Accidents & incidents On 27 March 2026, a Bell 206L helicopter's left skid was caught on a tie-down cable, causing it to roll onto its side and hit the ground. The passenger and pilot were able to exit the helicopter uninjured, although the airframe was substantially damaged.

See also List of airports in Queensland

References

External links Airport Guide