Brisbane Airport (BNE) is a favorite destination for plane spotters, known for its long parallel runways that make it possible to watch frequent and sometimes simultaneous takeoffs and landings throughout the day. A wide variety of aircraft passes through the airport, from domestic Boeing 737s and Airbus A320s to long-haul wide-bodies such as Boeing 787 Dreamliners, Airbus A330s, A350s, and even occasional Airbus A380 appearances. Its coastal location often provides clear views and attractive backdrops, with afternoon arrivals offering especially good light for photography. Cargo operations add even more interest, as freighters operated by FedEx, DHL, and Qantas Freight regularly share the airfield with passenger jets. As a key gateway connecting Australia with Asia, the Pacific, and North America, Brisbane Airport features liveries from many international airlines on a daily basis. With steady traffic levels and seasonal peaks that can bring rarer aircraft types, the airport offers consistently rewarding viewing for aviation enthusiasts.
The plane-spotting webcam is set up to focus directly on the runways and approach paths, giving viewers a clear, uninterrupted view of aircraft movements. Thanks to the airport’s parallel runways, the webcam can often capture simultaneous aircraft movements, which is especially appealing to aviation enthusiasts. The stream showcases a wide range of traffic, from domestic narrow-body jets to international wide-bodies and cargo freighters. The webcam operates in a dedicated plane-spotting mode for a few hours during the week, usually timed to periods of higher or more interesting traffic.