Batchelor procedures overview

Batchelor Airfield, (YBCR) is an uncertified airfield located approximately 40 nm south of Darwin. It is utilised for aerial application and fire operations, gliding and as a flight training base. Parachute operations mainly take place on the weekends, with some operations during the week, up to 14,000 ft AMSL. A variety of aircraft operate to the airfield including, recreational, rotary, small air transport and military aircraft.

It is the pilot-in-command’s responsibility to check permission requirements for use, charts, ERSA and NOTAMS for flights in this area.

Runway diagram of Delissaville aerodrome
Updated: 12 November 2024
Online version available at: https://www.casa.gov.au//resources-and-education/publications-and-resources/industry-guides-and-publications/pilot-guides/stay-ontrack-series/stay-ontrack-flying-darwin-region/batchelor-procedures-overview
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