Media releases

Despite the devastating effects of COVID-19 on the aviation industry, Perth Airport has remained operational 24/7 to service FIFO and freight services that are so critical to our State’s economy.

The devastating impact of the coronavirus on Western Australia’s aviation sector has again been laid bare by the latest passenger number data from Perth Airport.

Perth Airport and Qantas have resolved their recent dispute on mutually beneficial terms.

Perth Airport continues to seek urgent talks with the Qantas Group as their continued non-payment of aviation and property rent and lease fees threatens critical FIFO flights in Western Australia.

Statement by Perth Airport in response to comments by Qantas CEO Alan Joyce on Tuesday, 5 May 2020

Perth Airport’s passenger numbers have “fallen off a cliff” in the wake of coronavirus travel restrictions, with the loss of more than one million passengers in April alone.

Perth Airport is working cooperatively with Virgin's administrators to try to help the airline come through the current coronavirus crisis.

Perth Airport CEO Kevin Brown says it is vital that the airport remains operating to support the resources sector, despite the almost complete collapse of international and interstate passenger numbers.

Perth Airport has moved to offer even more support for Western Australia’s vital resources sector, making it easier and cheaper for FIFO workers to park at the airport for long shifts.

The coronavirus outbreak has had a catastrophic impact on the entire aviation and tourism sector.