Folks,
I find it quite instructive that no reply has addressed just what the "CASA requirements" might be.
Based on the pics. the airstrip is entirely suitable as an ALA, so why is anything required??
The local operator thinks it is OK as it is, and that looks right to me.
BUT, it is far short/below the "standard" that will be required to conduct exactly the same operation under CASR Part 135.
Does anyone seriously think the strip is inadequate for daylight VFR sightseeing and similar operation, and that being the case, what is the CASA justification for the major impost that CASR Part 135 will make, eliminating such businesses from such places, based on airport standards alone.
What is the air safety risk, that justifies the "over the top" airfield standards of CASR Part 135, for this type of operation.
Tootle pip!!