HELICRAFT AUSTRALIA PTY LTD

Helicraft Australia is a Victorian owned and operated helicopter business based at Moorabbin Airport in Melbourne. Founded in 1999, it provides pilot training, scenic flights, day trips, charter and aerial work, and it says it has completed thousands of flights since it began.

Flight training

The school offers the Commercial Pilot Licence, Private Pilot Licence and Recreational Pilot Licence for helicopters, plus a two hour trial introductory flight made up of a pre-flight briefing and about 40 minutes in the air. Its site also lists marine rescue training.

Scenic flights and day trips

• The Heart of Melbourne City tour, 30 minutes over the Yarra River, Flemington Racecourse and the MCG
• Port Phillip Bay, Shipwreck Coast and Melbourne City, 20 minutes
• Mornington Peninsula tour, 80 minutes
• Day trips to Yarra Valley wineries, a brewery, golf courses and the 12 Apostles and Great Ocean Road

Gift vouchers are sold for each experience, and custom charter and special flights can be arranged.

Charter

Beyond its set tours, Helicraft offers a charter service for clients who prefer to choose their own flight. Its site lists charter together with special flights, and enquiries can be made through its contact form or by calling its freecall number.

Aerial work

• Aerial crane work
• Aerial mining support
• Frost protection
• Cherry and orchard drying in Victoria
• Marine rescue support

Company facts

• Founded in 1999
• Based at Moorabbin Airport, Victoria
• Describes its team as having over 25 years of flying experience
• Lists helicopters for sale on its site, including a 2007 Robinson R44 Raven 2 and a 1988 Bell JetRanger 206B III