Western Sydney Airport (WSI) Discussion

[Aussie_flyer]

I had incorrectly assumed the photo was at WSI, but now I understand the previous photo better.
However, I remain shocked.

Shocked at what ?

 

[CaptJCool]

Shocked at what ?

Shocked that a destination board said Western Sydney”…
And that the flight was departing western Sydney
Inbound Joyride coming …that was a novel COVID experience not likely to be repeated anytime soon

 

[Mattg]

Indeed, no airbridge when boarding at MEL T4 but we did most definitely get one at WSI. Not hard to organise when you’re the only plane in the airport.



I didn’t have a checked bag but those who did waited over half an hour for their luggage. Not sure what the hold-up was.

There is a sign in the domestic section of the terminal pointing to “premium lounges” and there does seem to be a space allocated for a domestic lounge/s. No sign of who the operator might be - but my guess is maybe Plaza Premium. Would be cool to see a Qantas Club here eventually too.




There’s a few staff around and locals checking out the airport, which is otherwise very empty. The terminal itself is modern, functional and looks great.



It does seem kinda weird to be arriving at an “international airport” which feels like it’s in the middle of a field. The security guy said he saw kangaroos right out the front the other day.

 

[elanshin]

It does seem kinda weird to be arriving at an “international airport” which feels like it’s in the middle of a field. The security guy said he saw kangaroos right out the front the other day.

We can finally say, you land at Sydney and see the roos hopping around. Was always a misconception from Int'l ppl that you land into SYD and there's wildlife right there.

 

[Aussie_flyer]

Im all checked in for my Friday afternoon flight up to WSI from Melbourne. I'm even staying at Mercure Liverpool for the full western Sydney experience. I have friends out that way so it works out nicely.

 

[kerfuffle]

Im all checked in for my Friday afternoon flight up to WSI from Melbourne. I'm even staying at Mercure Liverpool for the full western Sydney experience. I have friends out that way so it works out nicely.

As a local, Westfield Liverpool isn't worth visiting. Come check out the metro if you haven't been on it yet; the extension opens on Friday

 

[Warragul]

Are you flying out of Kingsford or Nancy?

Arriving could be problematic.
"Where are you arriving? I'm going into....."

 

[Aussie_flyer]

As a local, Westfield Liverpool isn't worth visiting

Thanks I'm not going to Westfield. Having Chinese at Mounties and probably a few drinks at the Catholic club joined to the Mercure before I go back

 

[Mattg]

The inbound flight path from Melbourne didn’t take us anywhere near central Sydney. We came in over the Blue Mountains and approached from the west. We did get some turbulence when flying relatively low over the mountains.




Also, I can confirm that the public wifi at WSI is very fast.

 

[DC3]

… for the full western Sydney experience

It may be best to keep your expectations on the low side.

 

[RooFlyer]

I had incorrectly assumed the photo was at WSI, but now I understand the previous photo better.
However, I remain shocked.

I think airports charge airlines more for using an airbridge, hence LCCs tend not to use them.

 

[moa999]

Albeit it's supposedly automated bridges at WSI, so maybe a lower charge (plus with so few flights the staff need practice)

 

[esseeeayeenn]

I think airports charge airlines more for using an airbridge, hence LCCs tend not to use them.

I know that is the case when the aircraft have their own built-in stairs - as with Ryanair, for example.
But otherwise they would still have to pay ground services to wheel out the airport's stairs.
Do Australian airports really charge less for this then for use of an aerobridge?

 

[Harrison_133]

Albeit it's supposedly automated bridges at WSI, so maybe a lower charge (plus with so few flights the staff need practice)

I think I heard in a video somewhere the automated function isn't in use yet.

 

[nancypants]

I know that is the case when the aircraft have their own built-in stairs - as with Ryanair, for example.
But otherwise they would still have to pay ground services to wheel out the airport's stairs.
Do Australian airports really charge less for this then for use of an aerobridge?

From memory a set of steps needs 2 members of staff to operate but an air bridge needs 4 total. Or something

Now that I’ve said that I can’t find a single source for my claim though

 

[Aussie_flyer]

It may be best to keep your expectations on the low side.

Actually I enjoy western Sydney. Great food options

 

[Sprucegoose]

From memory a set of steps needs 2 members of staff to operate but an air bridge needs 4 total. Or something

Now that I’ve said that I can’t find a single source for my claim though

Well, the union clearly won that round....

 

[Sprucegoose]

We can finally say, you land at Sydney and see the roos hopping around. Was always a misconception from Int'l ppl that you land into SYD and there's wildlife right there.

Only for our American friends....

 

[esseeeayeenn]

I find it shocking that this nondescript bland architecture is celebrated.
Architecturally, the best airport in the world is MAD.

 

[Chatswood]

Yesterday seems to be the first post-11pm passenger flight departure from WSI - a 4-hour delay on JQ375. Presumably something happened as it had a 3-hour stop at the airport.