HistoryWatts Bridge Memorial Airfield is located near Toogoolawah in South East Queensland, Australia. The runways and associated infrastructure were originally built in 1942 as part of the Australian World War II defense program. At the cessation of hostilities the airfield was no longer required by the military so the buildings were removed and the field returned to agricultural usage. In the early 1980’s a small group of dedicated recreational pilots “re-discovered” Watts Bridge. The runways were completely overgrown, the site being used to graze cattle. The enormous potential for the airfield was immediately recognized. The long and arduous task of reclaiming the airfield runways and taxiways was commenced. The airfield was officially recognized as having significant historical importance and was formally renamed as the ‘Watts Bridge Memorial Airfield’.TownsToogoolawah & SurroundsReferencesAirfield Introduction. Watts Bridge Memorial Airfield. (Accessed 27 February 2025).
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