Council is sounding out the aviation industry to get an understanding of what future demand could look like for an expanded general aviation hub at the existing Central Coast Airport, located at Warnervale.
The plan for the airport’s future is currently being explored, as the Council seeks information to help inform the creation of a Draft Central Coast Airport Masterplan.
It said it is undertaking a Request For Information (RFI) – a no-obligation market sounding of aviation businesses and individuals interested in locating and operating their businesses at Central Coast Airport.
Council Director Corporate Affairs Natalia Cowley said Council has presented the opportunity for the aviation industry and interested parties to have their say to determine the demand for the Central Coast Airport.
“Council is now looking forward to the voice of our Coast’s general aviation industries forming an integral part of the Central Coast Airport Masterplan,” she said.
The Council plans to tie-in the development of the airport with other local projects including Warnervale business and education precinct, Warnervale town centre and Wyong Employment Zone industrial lands.
Administrator Rik Hart said the repeal of the Warnervale Airport Restrictions Act in 2021 provided the community with a clear signal regarding the future of the Central Coast Airport at Warnervale.
“Council is committed to following due process and considering all areas in planning the airport.
“Our engagement and consultation with the general aviation industry will more broadly see their contribution help drive economic infrastructure, further connect communities and enhance the wider economic performance of our in-demand region,” Hart said.
Since the beginning of 2022 Council has issued a public notice, a media release and added the RFI to its yourvoiceourcoast consultation website.
Responses to the RFI close at 2pm on Thursday, March 31.
Council said it will explore funding opportunities upon the finalisation of the masterplan.
Nicola Riches