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Regional Airports Development Scheme

The objective of the Regional Airports Development Scheme (RADS) is to improve regional air services and air safety.

2025-27 grant round recipients 

2025-27 RADS funding round have now closed

RADS grants totalling almost $3.6 million have been awarded to 12 regional and remote airports for the 2025-27 funding round.

Projects awarded funding will support infrastructure upgrades and planning to improve access and emergency evacuations for regional and remote towns.

To find out more visit the RADS overview page.

Media statement: 04/02/2025: State Government investment boosts regional airports

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 RADS overview

The Regional Airports Development Scheme provides financial assistance to regional airport owners for the renewal and upgrade of airport infrastructure that is fit for the transport needs of WA communities.
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 RADS - Frequently Asked Questions

Find out answers to important questions about the Regional Airports Development Scheme.
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 Funding allocation

Since 2009, 338 regional airport projects have been granted RADS funding totalling more than $56 million in support of projects valued at approximately $133 million.
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Page last updated: Tue Feb 4 2025 10:52:09 AM