Remote Aerodrome Safety Program
The Remote Aerodrome Safety Program (RASP) is a national program aimed at assisting the upgrade of airstrips for remote and isolated aerodromes to facilitate the provision of non-commercial essential community air services across the nation.
The focus of the program is on improving the safety and accessibility of airstrips. Funding is available for the repair and upgrade of runway surfaces, for safety equipment such as runway lighting and navigation aids, and for infrastructure such as animal proof fences. The scheme does not cover works that involve terminals, hangars, buildings or on-airport commercial developments.
The application period for Round 2 (2008-09) funding closed on Thursday 24 April 2008. The Minister for Infrastructure, Transport, Regional Development and Local Government, the Hon Anthony Albanese MP, will announce successful applicants following assessment of all eligible applications by the RASP assessment panel.
Enquiries about the program can be made by email to the RASP team at rasp@infrastructure.gov.au or by phoning the Program Manager on 02 6274 8198.