SYD T3 - Gate 1A

[Justin L]

I have always wondered what Gate 1A is used for at T3 at Sydney. The gate sign says Gate 1/1A, but I have never noticed it used for anything. Is it now redundant, or does it serve a purpose?

[Philip Argy]

Before the embarkation point was moved to the southern end of the then Ansett terminal (now T2) T3's gate 1A was used at least once that I know of for behind the scenes air side tour boarding.

I would imagine that it could be used for boarding of aircraft parked east of gate 1 (if there are any such parking positions) or to board buses for air side transportation to stand off locations if required.

[Justin L]

Thanks Philip. Much appreciated.

[Nigel C]

It used to be the old access gate for Qantas Executive when they operated as an FBO for bizjets.