
Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC) is committed to providing opportunities for community members to learn and experience Brisbane Airport.
With 2,700ha of land, 425+ businesses employing 24,000 people, Brisbane Airport is a diverse and exciting place to visit. Read below to learn more about arranging airport tours and community presentations for schools and community groups.
Community tours
A group tour of Brisbane Airport is a great way to learn about the operation of one of Australia’s fastest growing airports. Interesting, informative and fully guided, these tours are great for those interested in the fascinating world of aviation.
We invite community groups, school students, university students and professionals.
The tour will focus on the current infrastructure projects, expansion plans and general airport operations. Tour groups will visit the Acacia Street ‘Plane Spotters’ area, the Domestic Terminal precinct, the International Terminal, the freight and logistics precinct and the aircraft maintenance precinct.
Tour details:
- Minimum Tour Group: 10
- Maximum Tour Group: as many as your bus will allow
- Length of Tour: Approximately one (1) hour
- Cost: Free
- Special Requirements: Groups must bring their own bus
Disability and special assistance tours
Brisbane Airport Corporation (BAC) aims to provide facilities at Brisbane Airport that are not only world-best, but also promote accessibility for all members of the community, including passengers and visitors with disabilities or special needs.
To help remove the stress of travel, BAC offers free monthly tours of both the Domestic and International Terminal to help with the preplanning and familiarisation of Brisbane Airport.
The tour can be tailored for an individual’s need but will commonly focus on arriving at airport, check in procedures, processing through security, Terminal facilities and boarding processes.
Tour details:
- Recommended for: Community members with disabilities or special needs who are planning on travelling through Brisbane Airport
- Minimum Tour Group: 1
- Maximum Tour Group: 12
- Length of Tour: Approximately one (1) hour
- Cost: Free
- Special Requirements: Please bring photo ID for access to security restricted areas (if required)
Education
Our commitment to education is an important part of our relationship with our community. We acknowledge the educational opportunities that the airport presents.
There are number of different possibilities how the Brisbane Airport team can work with your school or facility, including customing tours or presentations to your specific needs including;
- Airport precinct tours
- Teacher resources
- Guest speakers
- Publications
- Work experience
Please contact our Community Relations Team on +61 7 3068 6612 or complete the form here outlining your request.
Presentations
With over 100 projects in planning or in construction there is a lot to learn about Brisbane Airport. This includes Brisbane’s new runway, teminal expansion projects, and other projects including the Auto Mall and expansion of the Skygate precinct.
The community presentations are an excellent opportunity to learn more about all the operations at Brisbane Airport plus ask any questions or provide feedback the group may have. Common questions/feedback have included: Where is the best place to wait for guests? How will the new runway change flight paths? What new airlines are coming to Brisbane?
Brisbane Airport Corporation is keen to keep the people of Brisbane updated on what's happening at their airport and would welcome the opportunity to present to your group in the future.
Please contact our Community Engagement Team on +61 7 3068 6612 or click here to submit your request.
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