WSI is responsible for ensuring the safe operation of remotely piloted aircraft (RPA) or drones in and around the Airport's vicinity, until Airservices Australia designates the airspace as Restricted (controlled aerodrome). RPA operators seeking to fly their RPA in the Airport's vicinity must obtain approval from WSI and ensure their operations comply with the Civil Aviation Safety Authority regulations.RPA operators must submit an RPA Operations Request Form at least five (5) business days in advance of proposed flight(s) via email to rpaops@wsiairport.com.au.
