Beverley Airshow 2026
Saturday April 11th, 2026
Updated: 3/9/2025
FLY-IN VISITING PILOTS BRIEFING
Beverley Soaring Society in conjunction with the Shire of Beverley present the 2026 Beverley Airshow and fly-in on the 11th of April 2026. This page will outline the process and procedures for pilots intending to fly-in during the event at the Beverley Airfield (YBEV). Fly-in registration required and airshow tickets are required for all pilots and passengers through https://www.beverleyairshow.com.au/tickets.
SAFETY PHILOSOPHY
Please think, act and fly safely and adopt the Safety philosophy:
- Safety for yourself, your passengers and your aircraft.
- Safety for other airspace and aerodrome users.
- Safety for those people and assets on the ground.
CONTACT
Adam Rowe (Fly-in Aircraft Coordinator) – 0409082506
Steve Pearson (Event Coordinator/Display Coordinator)
GENERAL
A NOTAM will be published containing details regarding the airshow display. More details will be provided closer to the date. Fly-in aircraft are encouraged to arrive well before the start time to ensure they are not turned away.
FLY-IN REGISTRATION
Registration is required for this event as space is limited and spots will be allocated on a first-come, first-served basis.
BEVERLEY AERODROME
Please check ERSA for the most current aerodrome details.
The main operational runway is 16/34 (gravel) approx. 1460m. A thin sealed section exists on the western side of the 16/34 strip. However, this is not to be landed on, it is purely used by gliders taking off.
To avoid overflying the town, runway 34 is a right hand circuit with runway 16 being a left hand circuit.
Airfield AMSL is 700 feet whilst circuit minimum height is 1,700 feet.
Runway 08/26 will be closed and used for visitor car parking, display aircraft parking, etc and will have the public crossing it.
Animal hazards such as birds exist and moderate turbulence can be expected on the southern half of 16/34 due to the tree line on the western side (especially for landings on 34 with a westerly).
Windsocks are located to the north east of the intersecting runways.
Closest aerodromes – Whitegum Valley (YWGM) approx. 359°/15nm and Northam (YNTM) approx. 336°/33nm
The aerodrome details as depicted in the Country Strip guides or OzRunways Airfield guide.
The aerodrome as depicted on the WAC is shown below for reference only:
The aerodrome as seen from Google Earth is below:
Airfield layout with aircraft parking. Runway edge is unprepared but gravel and solid.
FREQUENCIES
CTAF/UNICOM – 126.85
Melbourne Centre – 120.30
HAZARDS
The town of Beverley is directly to the north. Please fly neighbourly and limit overflying.
There are elevated power lines along the road approx. 400m to the north of the 16 threshold.
WEATHER
Webcams are available at https://www.beverley-soaring.org.au/webcams/ and unofficial weather at https://weather.beverley-soaring.org.au/.
The GAF and Jandakot TAF/METAR are available from BOM/NAIPS. Windsocks are located as per the airstrip guides, NE of runway intersection.
First Light – Last Light
- Sunrise: 22:05 UTC (6:05 AM WST)
- Sunset: 10:21 UTC (18:21 PM WST)
INBOUND TO BEVERLEY
Please make brief and clear legible radio calls.
There will be a large number of aircraft movements, so keep a vigilant look out and fly correct circuit procedures. We anticipate a large number of aircraft with varying airspeeds. Stay alert and maintain a good look out. If in any doubt, give way.
Expect a delay inbound, not only because of the volume of arrivals but because there may be aerobatics taking place, in which case we ask you to remain clear of the circuit (preferably to the west) until that pilot has finished their aerobatics.
Much more importantly, please keep your eyes peeled at all times. Radios do fail and some aircraft still don’t have one as its not required at YBEV.
If there is an incident, the runway may be closed for an indefinite period.
Possible diversions
- Whitegum Valley (YWGM) @ 359°/15nm
- Northam (YNTM) @ 336°/33nm
- Narrogin (YNRG) @ 173°/49nm
ARRIVING AT BEVERLEY
Aircraft are expected to arrive by 10am to ensure the airshow can start on time. On arriving into the circuit, follow the guidance of others and other aircraft.
Please make appropriate calls on the CTAF frequency 126.85. Try not to overload this frequency, only make the circuit calls for best awareness. Concise calls at ten miles inbound, joining the circuit, and final are recommended.
AIRCRAFT PARKING
Parking will be at the northern or southern end of Runway 16/34. Arriving aircraft are to:
– Land following the circuit direction of other aircraft already in the circuit,
– Roll through,
– Taxi off towards the end of the landing runway and
– Follow the ground crew who will direct you where to park.
Parking will be in a roped off area on the road way, perpendicular to the runway, tail as far back as possible. The ground to the side of the runway is hard all the way along and fine to taxi on (just keep it to a minimum for dust).
Pilots are asked to shut down their engines parallel to the runway before the aircraft are pushed into parking spaces to maximise SAFETY and occupancy.
Volunteer marshalling will guide arrivals on the ground from 0730. Brush up on your hand signals and please follow the marshallers directions when maneuvering on the ground for parking or departures.
Parking is not available at or in private hangars as crowds will be standing in front of them
Do not use Runway 08/26 as the public will be allowed to cross this runway.
DEPARTING BEVERLEY
Pull your aircraft out and parallel to Runway 16/34 before starting. This will ensure prop wash does not go over the crowd or other aircraft. Run ups are suggested on the thin sealed runway section that runs the full length to avoid prop chips.
Please make clear legible radio calls. There will be a large number of aircraft movements, so keep a vigilant look out and fly correct circuit procedures.
Be patient and extra vigilant before lining up on the runway for departure. Due to many airshow performances occurring throughout the day, Fly-In aircraft will only be able to depart at the conclusion of the airshow. This will be confirmed closer to the day and by the airboss on the day. Last light at 10:21 UTC (18:21 PM WST).
PEDESTRIANS
There may be photographers with their tripods around the airfield. We will try to ensure they are wearing yellow, high-visibility vests.
Please have a very good look around prior to starting your engine, a lot of people at the airfield on the day wont be familiar with aircraft so will be unaware that beacons on and the words “clear prop” signal an engine start. Be mindful of those who don’t understand aircraft operations and where possible use a volunteer to keep people away during start.
FUEL
AVGAS will be available for purchase from a refueling truck that will be on the airfield for the day. The fixed base fuel supplies at YBEV are the property of the Beverley Soaring Society but can’t be sold to the public.
AIRCRAFT SECURITY
Many of the people who will be visiting the airfield on the day know little or nothing about aircraft and their vulnerability and fragility. Be sure your aircraft is secure if you’re leaving it unattended and please make a careful pre-flight inspection before departing. Ensure throttle locks are in place.
AIRMANSHIP
LOW FLYING – if you aren’t qualified to do it, don’t do it, remember the Safety philosophy.
Whilst this is a public air show, it’s not the place to perform unplanned aerobatics. Please respect the airspace and those using it.
Please be mindful of what’s behind and around you when starting engines and conducting run ups.
If you need to push your aircraft or manoeuvre out a of a tight space please use wing walkers or some of our volunteer marshals.
Please fly neighbourly, having our aerodrome located so close to the town is a privilege and we need to respect our neighbours by minimising noise disruption.
HUMAN FACTORS
Be aware of your own limitations and the fatiguing effect of making several flights in one day. It can be very hot and dry at Beverley so remember to stay hydrated, nourished and keep your blood sugar levels high. There are water fountains located outside the club house toilets.
Please stop flying as soon as you find yourself making even small mistakes.
Make good decisions. Stop and have a chat instead.
REFRESHMENTS
Food and drinks will be available for purchase on the day.
Accommodation
No onsite camping but some nearby accommodation options might be available. TBD.
ADDITIONAL POINTS FOR CONSIDERATION
Enjoy your day with us at the Beverley Airshow. Please be professional with regard to all aspects of your operation. The Beverley Soaring Society club and our operations are visible to the public.
The future of this event is dependent on us all operating within appropriate guidelines and the Civil Aviation Legislation.
Updated: 3/9/2025