HELICRAFT AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Helicraft Australia Pty Ltd is a Victorian-owned helicopter operator based at Moorabbin Airport in Melbourne. Founded in 1999, it has grown into an established provider of various helicopter services across Victoria. The company combines decades of flying and instructing experience to offer practical and professional services.

The company specialises in certified flight training for helicopter pilots. It offers training for Commercial Pilot Licences (CPL), Private Pilot Licences (PPL), and Recreational Pilot Licences (RPL). Additionally, it provides marine rescue pilot training. Prospective students and enthusiasts may also take a two-hour trial introductory flight that includes a pre-flight briefing and about 40 minutes in the air.

Helicraft operates scenic flights and day trips that highlight Victoria’s landmarks. Popular tours include The Heart of Melbourne City Tour, which flies over the Yarra River, Flemington Racecourse, and the Melbourne Cricket Ground (MCG). Other offered tours include Port Phillip Bay, the Shipwreck Coast, Mornington Peninsula, Yarra Valley wineries, breweries, golf courses, and the Great Ocean Road region including the Twelve Apostles.

It also conducts aerial work that includes aerial crane operations, mining support, frost protection, cherry and orchard drying services, and marine rescue support. Notably, Helicraft offers orchard drying to protect fruit crops such as cherries and kiwifruit from rainfall damage by using helicopter rotor downwash.

Helicraft also lists aircraft for sale on its website, including models like the 1974 Bell Jetranger 206B III and Schweizer 300C. The company serves customers from Melbourne and the surrounding Victoria region. Its team is backed by over 25 years of combined flying experience and focuses on safety and reliability in operations.

Gift vouchers are available for scenic flights and day trip experiences. Clients can book these flights online or contact the company directly. Passenger feedback highlights professionalism, approachable instructors, and an enjoyable flying experience overall.

Services

• Commercial Pilot Licence Training
• Private Pilot Licence Training
• Recreational Pilot Licence Training
• Marine Rescue Training
• Trial Introductory Flights
• Scenic Flights
• Day Trips
• Charter Flights
• Aerial Work
• Aircraft Sales