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Aircraft operations licence - Queensland

Description

You will need this licence to undertake temporary aircraft operations within your local council area. This includes the operation of the following:

  • helicopter
  • aeroplane
  • glider
  • hang-glider
  • ultra-light
  • airship
  • dirigible (blimp)
  • any form of craft capable of carrying at least one person while in the air.

Service type

Licence

A licence defines the need to obtain recognition / certification and registration to undertake a certain business activity.

Exemptions

You will not require a licence if the:

  • aircraft operations are undertaken at an airport or public aerodrome
  • aircraft operation is providing rescue, medical treatment or a fire fighting service
  • landing of the aircraft is a result of a medical or other emergency on board the aircraft
  • the aircraft operation is not a temporary use.

Eligibility requirements

You will need to ensure you have a public liability insurance certificate prior to submitting your application.

Duration

As specified

Act(s) name

Local Government Act 2009 Queensland

Application process

Apply

With your application, you will need to attach site plans detailing take-off and landing areas, flight path and proximity to noise-sensitive places.

Administering agency

Local Council

Contact details

Contact Email, Phone and Address Details for this service in simple two column table format, header then data.