Airside Access

Step 1: Check you are eligible

Before applying, make sure you have:

• A valid red ASIC
• An operational need to access airside at Essendon Fields
• (For vehicle access)
  • A valid ADA (driver)
  • An AUA permit (vehicle)

Step 2: Complete required training

• All applicants must complete the mandatory online Airside Induction, which has been designed to meet ATSR 2005 security awareness requirements
• The induction is valid for 2 years and required before issue or renewal of any airside access

Access the LinkSafe Airside Induction portal

Step 3: Prepare your documents

You’ll need electronic copies of:

• Airside Induction Certificate of Completion
• Colour copy of your current ASIC
• An executed Company Endorsement (a letter template is available in the portal)

Step 4: Apply online

Ready to apply for airside access?

1. Log into LinkSafe (Using the same login you use for inductions)
2. Complete the Online Airside Access Application
3. Select your preferred payment method:
   • • Debit or credit card (on collection), or
     • Company invoice (available to Essendon Fields tenants only)
4. Submit your application

Authority for Use Airside (AUA) – Vehicle Permit

To apply for an AUA:

1. Read the Airside Vehicle Control Handbook
2. Complete the Authority for Use Airside Application Form
3. Provide proof of Public Liability Insurance ($20 million minimum)

Authority to Drive Airside (ADA) – Driver Licence

To apply for an ADA, you must:

1. Complete the online Airside Induction training
2. Hold:
   • A valid red ASIC
   • A current full state or territory driver’s licence
3. Hold a CASA Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate
   (Category 2 & 3 only)
4. Read the Airside Vehicle Control Handbook
5. Complete the appropriate online ADA training (Category 1 or Category 2)

Before you begin – Documents required:

• ADA Training Certificate
• Airside Induction Certificate
• ASIC (colour copy)
• Driver’s licence (colour copy)
• Aeronautical Radio Operator Certificate (if applicable)

Ready to apply for an ADA?

1. Log into LinkSafe (Using the same login you used for inductions and ADA training)
2. Complete the Online Airside Driving Authority Application
3. Select your preferred payment method:
   • • Debit or credit card (on collection), or
     • Company invoice (available to Essendon Fields tenants only)
4. Submit your application

After you apply for an access fob or ADA you will receive an email confirming receipt of your application.

Once approved, you will receive a second email advising that Your Access Fob / Gate Remote / ADA is ready for collection

Collection details

Location: Essendon Fields Office, Level 2, 7 English Street, Essendon Fields

Processing time: Allow up to 10 working days from application to collection

The following conditions apply to all airside access holders:

• Lost or stolen access fobs or gate remotes must be reported immediately to aviation@ef.com.au
• EAPL must be notified in writing if your ASIC is lost, suspended or cancelled
• Airside access expires when your ASIC expires
• Access fobs and remotes:
  • Are EAPL property
  • Must not be shared
  • Must be returned when no longer required or on request
• All access usage is recorded and traceable
• Misuse of access will result in immediate withdrawal
• Applicants for vehicle access must hold a current ADA
• It is your responsibility to renew your ADA before expiry. Expired ADA = restricted airside access, even if ASIC is valid