Airside Driving
Perth Airport has established clear systems and procedures to ensure the safe operation of vehicles in airside areas. These procedures are documented and apply to all personnel operating vehicles in these zones. As part of this process, we collect and use personal information. You can view our privacy policy here.
Procedures
The Airside Vehicle Control Handbook (AVCH) outlines the procedures for operating vehicles airside, including processes for applying for an Authority to Drive Airside (ADA), Authority to Use Airside (AUA), and driving rules & infringements. All vehicle operators must read and understand this handbook.
The Airside Safety and Driving Airport Operating Standard has been developed for those operating airside to provide guidance about the airside environment, ensure awareness of potential hazards and associated safety measures. This standard supports the Airside Vehicle Control Handbook.
Airside Maps are available to show driving categories and layouts across all airside areas and aprons.
New ADA applicants are required to complete a training checklist and minimum log of hours, as follows:
- ADA Category 2 - Practical Training and Logbook
- ADA Category 2 - Instructor Guide
- ADA Category 3 - Practical Training and Logbook
- ADA Category 4 - Practical Training and Logbook
Systems
All aspects of company, vehicle, and driver licensing are managed through AIRDAT, a web-based platform. AIRDAT includes:
- AIRDAT Passport – for managing individual ADA training, assessments, and infringements.
- AIRDAT Onboard – for companies managing vehicle and fleet permits, and Airside Operating Licences (AOL).
Authority to Drive Airside (ADA)
Information for all ADA holders
AIRDAT Passport has been in use since 2018 to manage Authority to Drive Airside (ADA) and has now replaced Flightpath for all training programs except those exclusive to PAPL.
Current and future ADA holders can log in to view their ADA records, any associated airside driving infringements (points), and bookings for ADA testing, whether made by themselves or their company administrator.
Both individual users and company administrators can make bookings in AIRDAT Passport. However, company administrators have additional permissions, including the ability to view staff within their own company, access their training enrolments, qualifications, and infringements, as well as create accounts on behalf of employees.
Before registering a new account, please check whether one already exists by contacting your company administrator or checking with AIRDAT Support.
Before starting your ADA training, ensure you meet all requirements listed in the Airside Vehicle Control Handbook (AVCH).
Information about AIRDAT Passport, including how to register, log in, become a company administrator, and access further support, can be found at:
Welcome to AIRDAT PassportBook Employees in for Initial ADA Assessments or Renewals
To obtain an ADA Category 2 (including Southern Perimeter Road and Escort Endorsements), the following steps must be completed in the following sequence:
- Complete ADA Category 2 eLearning (and any required endorsement training)
- Complete the ADA Category 2 - Practical Training and Logbook (refer to the AVCH for more details in relation to logbook hours and their potential expiry)
- Book a practical assessment via AIRDAT Passport
- If the assessment is successful, you can collect your ADA from the Airport Services Office (ASO). Please note that a booking is required and can be made via the ASO webpage.
To obtain an ADA Category 3 or 4, you must first hold a Category 2 qualification. You must complete the relevant eLearning and Practical Assessment for the higher category.
For renewals, only the completion of the ADA Renewal eLearning, specific to the relevant category, is required.
To cancel a practical assessment booking, you must do so via AIRDAT Passport at least 24 hours before the scheduled time to avoid incurring course fees. Cancellations made within 24 hours will not be refunded.
For assistance or questions regarding AIRDAT Passport, refer to the AIRDAT Support page, available via the Welcome to Passport page.
For other enquiries regarding airside driving training, please email: [email protected].
Airside Operating Licence (AOL)
All companies operating vehicles unescorted on the airside are required to enter into an Airside Operating Licence (AOL) before they can start applying for vehicle permits (AUA). As part of this application, companies will need to provide an overview of their services, company structure, contacts, and evidence of aviation third party liability insurance cover with a minimum limit of liability of $50 million.
Before applying for an AOL, please email [email protected] with details of your operational requirements. Only companies with frequent and ongoing airside access needs will be considered for an AOL and subsequently for AUA and ADA permits.
For other AIRDAT Onboard support articles, including managing vehicle defects or adding administrators to assist with manage your fleet, please refer to AIRDAT Support.
Authority to Use Airside (AUA)
All vehicles and mobile equipment requiring unescorted airside access must have a valid AUA permit, affixed to the vehicle and easily visible. To apply for an AUA you must first complete and sign the AOL through Onboard.
Milestones associated with your AOL must remain current. If your AOL or any milestone has expired, you will not be able to apply for new AUA permits or renew existing ones.
During the AUA application, you will need to upload:
- Current vehicle registration (if registered for state roads)
- Latest mechanical service report
- Photos showing the front, rear, and both sides of the vehicle
Vehicles must be marked with the company logo and fitted with the required equipment for their area of operation, in accordance with the Airside Vehicle Control Handbook.
AUA permits are reviewed in accordance with the AVCH timeframe and made available for collection from the Airport Services Office (ASO) not later than seven days from the application submission. No appointment is required to collect the AUA from the ASO.
If you do not receive your permit within this time, please contact [email protected].
Access AIRDAT OnboardFor other AIRDAT Onboard support articles, including managing vehicle defects or adding administrators to assist with manage your fleet, please refer to AIRDAT Support.
For any other assistance or questions on airside vehicle control, please contact [email protected].