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Coonamble Airport

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Coonamble Airport

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Remote outback gateway serving northwestern New South Wales.

Location
Coonamble, Australia
Coonamble Airport (IATA: CNB, ICAO: YCNM) is a regional aerodrome located near the town of Coonamble in northwestern New South Wales, Australia. It serves as a vital air link for the local agricultural and pastoral community in an otherwise sparsely connected region. The airport handles light charter flights, general aviation, and occasional regional services, supporting industries such as sheep and cattle farming, as well as emergency medical and aeromedical operations. It is owned and operated by Coonamble Shire Council. Given its remote location, the airport plays an important role in connecting residents to larger centres for medical, commercial, and personal travel, particularly given the limited road and rail connectivity in the area.
Terminals
The airport has a simple, small terminal facility typical of rural Australian aerodromes with minimal passenger amenities.
Getting to & from
Ground transport to and from the airport is primarily by private vehicle or taxi, as no regular public transit service operates on the route.
Notable facts
  • ›Coonamble Airport is owned and managed by Coonamble Shire Council.
  • ›The airport supports Royal Flying Doctor Service operations in the region.
  • ›It primarily serves general aviation, charter, and aeromedical flights.
  • ›Coonamble is situated in the semi-arid northwest plains of New South Wales.
  • ›The surrounding region is dominated by wool, grain, and livestock industries.
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Gateway to the outback plains of northwestern New South Wales

Coonamble Airport is a small regional aerodrome serving the rural town of Coonamble in northwestern New South Wales, Australia. It supports general aviation and occasional charter flights, connecting this remote agricultural community to broader transport networks. The airport reflects the quiet, self-reliant character of outback New South Wales.

Terminals
  • Main Terminal — A modest single-building facility handling general aviation arrivals and departures with basic passenger amenities.
Ground Transport
  • Private vehicle and local pickup arrangements
  • Taxi services available through local operators
  • Car hire may be arranged in advance through Coonamble town providers
Nearby Hotels
  • Coonamble Motel
  • Imperial Hotel Coonamble
  • Coonamble Caravan Park
Dining

The airport itself has no dedicated dining facilities given its small scale. Coonamble town centre, a short drive away, offers pub meals and basic cafe options for travellers. It is advisable to plan meals before arriving at the airport.

Traveller Tips
  • Confirm flight arrangements well in advance as scheduled services are limited or charter-only.
  • Arrange ground transport before arrival as taxis may not be immediately available.
  • Fuel and supplies should be secured in town as airport amenities are minimal.
  • Check weather conditions carefully as outback NSW can experience dust storms and extreme heat affecting travel plans.

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Encyclopaedia

Coonamble Airport is an airport located 2 nautical miles south of Coonamble, New South Wales, Australia. The airport is 3 km (1.9 mi) from the Coonamble post office.

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