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Aerodrome Place

QLDUnclassified road2.5 km6 segments
3.9Sports
6.8Safety
2.5 kmTotal length
6Segments
7Grey spot segments

Aerodrome Place is a 3 km unsealed road in Queensland, Australia. It scores 6.9/10 for 4WDs with gently winding corners and fair surface.

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Vehicle scores
3.9/10
SPTSportsSealed roads, curviness, mountain passes
6.2/10
MOTMotoTight bends, switchbacks, technical roads
6.2/10
EVEVSmooth surface, sealed roads, range-friendly
6.9/10
4WD4WDGravel access, off-road suitability
4.2/10
VANCaravanSmooth sealed, gentle grades, no steep passes
Segment quality distribution
Sports score - 6 segments
Fair (4-6)29%Poor (<4)71%

Sports score IQR: 3.3 - 4.0

Surface
Surface coverage
Unsealed100%
Score breakdown
Median component scores across all segments
Surface
4.2
Median surface quality. Smooth sealed asphalt scores 10. Chipseal 8. Gravel 5.
Curviness
5.4
Median curviness. Higher scores mean more bends per kilometre.
Speed
7.0
Speed limit suitability. Sweet spot is 60-110 km/h.
Road classUnclassified road
8.0
Road classification. Motorways score zero. Tertiary roads score 9.
Traffic
9.0
Estimated traffic density. Lower traffic = higher score.
Elevation
4.0
Elevation change per kilometre. More climbing = higher score.
Crash history
Aggregated across all 6 segments
7
Grey spots

Crash record linkage not yet available for QLD. Grey spots are segments where curvature geometry mismatches the posted speed limit - these are flagged regardless of crash history.

Road environment
Geometry and climate-derived risk indicators
6.8/10 safety score - higher is safer
Wet road exposure48%
Night driving risk63%
Wind exposure54%
Sun glare risk96%
Wildlife strike risk11%

Risk values derived from road geometry, orientation, weather station data, and satellite canopy cover. 0 = minimal risk, 1 = maximum risk.

Road roughness
NAASRA roughness index - median across segments
2.66IRI m/km

Coverage: 43% of segments surveyed. Source: Queensland Department of Transport and Main Roads.

Segments
API reference
Road aggregate data via the Contour API
GET/api/v1/roads/aerodrome-place-qldRoad aggregate - scores, stats, risk profile, activity, segment list
GET/api/v1/roads/search?q=Aerodrome%20Place&state=QLDSearch roads by name

Councils & Government

This road is part of QLD's road network. Contour scores every road in Australia for surface condition, curviness, grey spot classification, and 4WD track passability. If your organisation manages this road or promotes tourism in the region, this data is available via API.

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Frequently asked questions
How long is Aerodrome Place?+

Aerodrome Place is approximately 3 km long. At typical touring speeds, expect around 1 hour of driving end to end, excluding stops.

Is Aerodrome Place sealed?+

No. Aerodrome Place is unsealed for its entire scored length. A vehicle suited to gravel or dirt is recommended.

Is Aerodrome Place good for motorcycles?+

It rates well. Aerodrome Place scores 6.2/10 for motorcycles, with enough character to be worth the trip for most riders.

Can I drive Aerodrome Place in a caravan?+

With care. Aerodrome Place scores 4.2/10 for caravans. Some sections may be tight or rough for a heavy tow.

Is Aerodrome Place good for an EV?+

Yes. Aerodrome Place scores 6.2/10 for EVs. Regenerative braking on any elevation changes and smooth throttle control on the corners will both feel at home here.

Is Aerodrome Place suitable for a 4WD?+

Yes. Aerodrome Place scores 6.9/10 for 4WDs, with the right mix of surface and terrain character to be worth the trip.

Are there any dangerous sections on Aerodrome Place?+

Contour has identified 7 grey spots on Aerodrome Place - sections where the road geometry does not match the posted speed limit. Take extra care in wet or low-visibility conditions.

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Road data last updated: 23 April 2026. Scores are based on road geometry, surface, and traffic data. Always drive to conditions and follow local road rules.