The airport is used largely as a facility for General Aviation, pilot training and emergency services.

It has evolved to present day with council funds, government grants/funds, and operational input from the Bunbury Aero Club.

Due to the proximity of the South Western Highway, there is a 206 m (676 ft) permanently displaced threshold at the runway 25 end to allow sufficient clearance over the road.

There is no control tower and pilots must co-ordinate arrivals and departures using a Common Traffic Advisory Frequency.

The schools and airport are a major Recreational Aviation Australia approved flight training facility.