Airspace and Construction

Airspace surrounding an airport is protected from obstacles to ensure the safety, regularity and efficiency of aircraft operations is not adversely impacted. Any activity that infringes an airport’s protected airspace, for example a building or crane, is referred to in the relevant regulations as a controlled activity and requires approval before it can be carried out.

Avlaw Aviation Consulting provides detailed assessments of the aeronautical impacts associated with proposed development activities to ensure all salient issues are considered from the perspective of all stakeholders involved, including airport operators, the Civil Aviation Safety Authority, Airservices Australia and emergency helicopter service operators.

In addition to assessing the impacts of the heights of buildings and cranes on aviation activities, Avlaw also possesses the expertise to (when necessary) assess proposed development against other standards and guidelines relating to other hazards to aviation safety. These include wildlife attractions, noise, lighting, emissions, windshear and turbulence, public safety areas and aviation facilities such as communications, navigation and surveillance equipment.

After each initial development briefing consultation, Avlaw Aviation Consulting develops methodologies specific to the regulatory requirements relevant to each stage of the planning process. This can range from initial site feasibility or due diligence exercises, to planning proposals through to DA/SSDA submissions.

Avlaw Aviation Consulting has assisted Australia’s biggest and most reputable property developers, architects and town planners on some of the most significant built structures in Australia. We have made a conscious effort in educating the construction industry on the importance of considering the impacts of their activities on aviation safety through various memberships on industry associations, presentations and property events as well as interviews and article contributions to major publications.