{
  "@context": "https://schema.org",
  "@type": "Airport",
  "address": {
    "@type": "PostalAddress",
    "addressCountry": "Australia",
    "addressLocality": "Quirindi Airport"
  },
  "airlines": [
    "Regional and national carriers"
  ],
  "amenityFeature": [
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "45 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Domestic to International Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to Domestic Connection Time",
      "value": "90 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "International to International Connection Time",
      "value": "120 minutes"
    },
    {
      "@type": "LocationFeatureSpecification",
      "name": "Interline Connection Time",
      "value": "180 minutes"
    }
  ],
  "city": "Quirindi Airport",
  "code": "UIR",
  "connection_tips": "Quirindi Airport serves the rural New South Wales town of Quirindi in Australia's Upper Hunter Valley region, with most connections requiring routing through Sydney Kingsford Smith Airport (SYD) or Newcastle Airport (NTL) for commercial flights. Agricultural aviation uses nearby airstrips for crop dusting and aerial survey operations supporting the region's cattle and crop farming industries. Emergency services coordinate with local volunteer fire brigade and ambulance services in Quirindi for any aviation incidents or medical emergencies. The airport serves as a popular base for gliding enthusiasts who take advantage of thermal conditions created by the surrounding hills and agricultural lands.\n\nWeather conditions in the Hunter Valley can change rapidly, with afternoon thunderstorms during summer months and morning fog during winter affecting visibility and flight safety. This small grass airstrip primarily handles general aviation aircraft, gliding operations, and private flights serving the local agricultural community. Seasonal considerations include bushfire risk during summer months that can affect visibility and create hazardous flying conditions. The facility operates under controlled airspace regulations managed by Airservices Australia, requiring radio communication with Brisbane Centre for IFR operations.\n\nLocal aviation activities include recreational flying, aircraft storage, and weekend fly-ins organized by regional aviation clubs throughout New South Wales. Ground transportation is extremely limited, with the town center located 7 kilometers away and no scheduled bus or taxi services, making pre-arranged pickup essential for visiting pilots. The facility features no fuel services, runway lighting, or control tower, making it suitable only for daylight VFR operations by experienced pilots familiar with uncontrolled airports. The airport provides essential access for medical evacuations and emergency services to isolated rural properties throughout the Upper Hunter region.",
  "country": "Australia",
  "flag_url": "https://flagcdn.com/w320/au.png",
  "flight_search_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=AUD",
  "frequent_traveler_tip": [
    "Grass runway favoured by gliders at this airport.",
    "No fuel or lights, and the town is 7 km away so organise a pickup before flying in.",
    "Check your flight status before leaving for the airport.",
    "Allow extra time during peak travel periods at this airport.",
    "Keep important documents easily accessible at this airport."
  ],
  "global_map_link": "https://www.google.com/maps?q=-31.4906,150.51401",
  "google_maps_reviews": {
    "rating": 0.0,
    "recent_reviews": [],
    "total_reviews": 0
  },
  "hotel_affiliate_link": "https://book.beatthatflight.com.au/?currency=AUD",
  "iataCode": "UIR",
  "icao": "YQDI",
  "international": false,
  "last_modified": "June 2026",
  "last_updated": "2026-03-30",
  "latitude": -31.4906,
  "layover_planner_info": "Amenities may be basic; plan accordingly.",
  "longitude": 150.51401,
  "mct_domestic_to_domestic": 45,
  "mct_domestic_to_international": 90,
  "mct_interline": 180,
  "mct_international_to_domestic": 90,
  "mct_international_to_international": 120,
  "missed_connection_help": "Contact airline staff or airport information desk for assistance.",
  "name": "Quirindi Airport",
  "region": "Oceania",
  "related_airports": [
    {
      "code": "GUH",
      "name": "Gunnedah Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "NSO",
      "name": "Scone Airport"
    },
    {
      "code": "TMW",
      "name": "Tamworth Airport"
    }
  ],
  "terminal_info": "Quirindi Airport (YQDI) operates as a small regional aviation facility positioned 8.25 nautical miles (15.28 kilometers) west of Quirindi in New South Wales' Upper Hunter Valley region, serving at 1,058 feet elevation above mean sea level. Located at coordinates S31\u00b029.92'/E150\u00b031.08', this uncontrolled airport supports general aviation operations, emergency services, and specialized military flight training through BAE Systems College, whose trainee pilots utilize Quirindi as an alternative training venue to Tamworth Airport for circuit practice and skill development exercises.\n\nInfrastructure comprises dual grass runways configured as 14/32 measuring 1,770 meters (5,807 feet) and 06/24 measuring 1,106 meters (3,629 feet), designed to accommodate light aircraft operations while supporting the agricultural aviation needs of the surrounding rural communities. The airport operates under uncontrolled airspace regulations managed by Airservices Australia, requiring radio communication with Brisbane Centre for instrument flight rules operations, though visual flight rules remain the primary operational mode during daylight hours.\n\nOperational characteristics focus on recreational flying, agricultural aviation support, gliding operations that take advantage of thermal conditions created by surrounding hills and farmland, and emergency medical evacuation services for isolated rural properties throughout the Upper Hunter region. The facility lacks fuel services, runway lighting systems, and control tower operations, restricting activities to daylight VFR operations by experienced pilots familiar with uncontrolled airport procedures.\n\nStrategic importance encompasses supporting the region's agricultural economy through aerial applications, providing emergency access for medical evacuations, facilitating recreational aviation activities including weekend fly-ins organized by regional flying clubs, and serving as a satellite training facility for military pilot development programs that enhance Australia's defense aviation capabilities while maintaining essential connectivity for rural New South Wales communities where traditional ground transportation options may be geographically limited.",
  "terminal_map_url": "https://skyvector.com/airport/YQDI/Quirindi-Airport"
}