The Aviation White Paper sets out the Australian Government’s vision for Australia’s aviation sector towards 2050 to ensure it remains safe, competitive, productive and sustainable.
As a nation, Australia is uniquely reliant on aviation to connect us to each other and to the world. Despite its importance to our nation, the sector is not currently meeting the needs of Australians. The White Paper sets out a comprehensive plan to bring Australian aviation back on the right flight path.
The White Paper and the development of its 56 policy initiatives was informed by extensive consultation on the Aviation Green Paper with the aviation industry, state and territory governments, and the Australian community. These 56 policy initiatives cover 10 key areas including:
- a better passenger experience
- a competitive and efficient aviation sector
- a skilled, secure and productive workforce
- maximising aviation’s contribution to net zero
- connecting regional Australia
- regenerating General Aviation
- a balanced approach to airport planning and noise
- world leading safety, security and airspace regulation
- enabling new aviation technologies
- connecting Australia to the world
Discover the Australian Government’s policy settings for the Australian aviation sector by reading the Aviation White Paper.
The White Paper announced the establishment of a new independent Aviation Industry Ombuds Scheme for Australia. A consultation paper on the design and implementation of an Aviation Industry Ombuds Scheme is currently open for comment. For more information about the consultation, visit: Establishing the Aviation Industry Ombuds Scheme.
Factsheets
- A balanced approach to airport planning and noise
- Maximising aviation’s contribution to net zero
- A better passenger experience
- A competitive and efficient aviation sector
- Supporting regional aviation
- A skilled and productive aviation workforce
- Regenerating General Aviation
- Accessible air travel for people with disability
- Aviation White Paper policy initiatives
Flight path to the Aviation White Paper
The Aviation White Paper was released on 26 August 2024, after passing through the following stages:
- On 7 February 2023, the government released the White Paper Terms of Reference.
- On 10 March 2023, submissions closed on the Terms of Reference.
- During March 2023, public consultation occurred through industry roundtables.
- On 7 September 2023, the government released the Aviation Green Paper.
- During October and November 2023, public consultation occurred through industry roundtables.
- Submissions on the Green Paper closed on 30 November 2023.
- On 26 August 2024, the government released the Aviation White Paper.
Find out more
The Aviation White Paper covers initiatives across our portfolio. Learn more about how they’re being implemented.