The Tasmanian capital will see 11 per cent more passengers over the end-of-year peak than in 2024, boosted by route launches this year to destinations including Perth and Newcastle, with the state government also expanding its Aviation Attraction Fund.
Passengers with only carry-on baggage are now able to proceed directly from the airport’s skywalk into the new mezzanine screening area, which will have 10 lanes and is planned to be fully open to all passengers by Christmas.
Slot demand for next year’s northern summer season, or the six months from 29 March 2026, has increased by eight per cent over historical slots for the same period, according to slot manager Airport Coordination Limited (ACL).
The trial will see flights permitted to depart in tailwinds of five to 10 knots during overnight hours (10pm to 6am) for the first six months, expanding to arrivals for the next 12 months. It comes as 63 per cent of aircraft between those hours have ar…