MinRes Air
Our in-house airline operates from the MinRes Air Terminal at 155 Fauntleroy Avenue, Perth Airport and offers a superior fly-in, fly-out experience for our people.
MinRes Air
MinRes Air is a first for the resources industry, providing air charter services to select MinRes sites from a dedicated terminal in the Perth Airport precinct.
MinRes Air’s complete flight flexibility means we can transport our workforce to and from site as quickly, conveniently and comfortably as possible.
Our team comprises highly experienced pilots, cabin crew, engineers and ground staff, all employed directly by MinRes, who have flown and worked across Australia and internationally.
MinRes Air is a key part of our mission to set new industry standards for flights, facilities and food.
In addition to transporting personnel, MinRes Air plays a critical role in urgent freight movements, including the delivery of essential equipment and parts to MinRes operations. It also supports emergency response activities when required.
MinRes Air Terminal
The MinRes Air Terminal is located at 155 Fauntleroy Avenue, Perth Airport. Positioned close to Terminal 3 and adjacent to the airport’s paid long-term parking, the terminal offers hassle-free access with a dedicated drop-off and pick-up area for added convenience.
Our Perth Airport terminal features free Wi-Fi, charging stations and a range of delicious, complimentary pastries, snacks and barista-made coffee for MinRes Air passengers
In-flight experience
MinRes Air operates A319 and A320 aircrafts delivering an enhanced experience, with up to 25cm more legroom when compared to the industry standard.
On board, passengers enjoy premium in-flight services including a growing selection of delicious snack and beverage options.
MinRes Air flight network
MinRes Air’s network includes the following routes:
- Perth to Ken’s Bore airport for the Onslow Iron project
- Perth to Wodgina airport for the Wodgina lithium operation
- Perth to Newman airport for the Lamb Creek iron ore project and Wonmunna iron ore operation
- Perth to Kalgoorlie airport for the Mt Marion lithium operation
- Brisbane to Wodgina and Ken’s Bore airports for the Wodgina lithium operation and Onslow iron project
See flight network map below.
Our airports
Ken's Bore
Airport code: KYB
Our Ken’s Bore Airport is located just five minutes from the Ken’s Bore village and services the workforce supporting our Onslow Iron project.
The airstrip commenced operations in December 2023 and terminal was opened in July 2024, both used solely by MinRes.
The airport provides a direct route to Ken’s Bore mine site, removing requirement to fly to Onslow or Karratha and complete the remainder of the journey by bus or car.
Wodgina
Airport code: GYB
Our Wodgina Airport is located 27km north of our Wodgina lithium operation.
The airport is utilised by MinRes and other mining companies located nearby, helping reduce travel times and eliminating the need to fly to Port Hedland before commuting to our Wodgina site.
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