Daly Waters Aviation Complex, located 3 kilometres off the Stuart Highway, is the oldest aviation structure in the Northern Territory. Built in 1930, it later became an aviation hub as part of the new international air route between Australia and England. The hangar and airstrip also played an important role during World War II, and in post war years continued in use as a civil aerodrome. Restoration took place in 1992 and today the complex houses an interesting display. Daly Waters has the distinction of being Australias first international airport. The original Qantas hangar and associated buildings between the airport can easily be explored. This is a registered heritage attraction and a key is available from Daly Waters Pub.

Email: michael.wells@nt.gov.au

Phone: 08 8924 4142

Website: www.nt.gov.au/nreta/heritage/ntregister/declared/display.html?dwac

Address:
3 kilometres off the Stuart Highway
Daly Waters, Northern Territory, 0852

Guest Facilities:
Car park

Experiences you can enjoy at Daly Waters Aviation Complex:
Educational Tourism, Historic/Heritage, Outback