V2 Helicopters

ARC Helicopters has successfully provided aerial firefighting support to the New South Wales (NSW) National Parks and Wildlife Service (NPWS) on a 4-year contract. Services included aerial fire suppression, insertion/extraction of NPWS and Remote Area Firefighting team (RAFT) by winching. Other ARC Helicopters aerial firefighting contracts include aerial fire cover for 82,000 hectares of Pine Forest for Australian Paper Plantation in Gippsland – Victoria, and Call When Needed aerial firefighting service to Victoria’s Department of Sustainability and Environment (DSE). The company also supplies Airbus Super Puma (H225) heavy helicopters for aerial firefighting and civil protection services to support the management of climate change, in Australia and internationally. ARC has provided company IFR BK 117 B2 to the NSW ambulance service, Australian Search and Rescue (AuSAR), and aerial support services to several private sector organisations, including the Taiwanese search and rescue service. ARC Helicopters’ Civil Aviation Safety Authority Air Operation Certificate (AOC) is approved for Charter and Aerial Work operations under Part 133 and Part 138. The Aerial work operations include (but are not limited to): aerial firefighting, winching rappelling, search and rescue, pipeline/ powerline inspections, construction and air ambulance.

Professional Helicopter Services (PHS) was established in 1981 and is now one of Australia’s leading helicopter companies operating from bases in Melbourne, Gold Coast and Central Australia. The company services a multitude of rotary wing operations including Pilot Training, Film and Video Production, Emergency Services including Bush Fire Support, Power Line support, Charters and Tourism Flights. Over the past 40 years, PHS has continuously grown and now manages a fleet of over 30 helicopters. PHS operates Australia’s longest running pilot training school offering training from Initial Training to Advanced Instrument and Night Vision Training for numerous helicopter companies and government agencies across Australia, New Zealand and Papua New Guinea.

AIR T&G owners Tim and Georgina Latimer began operations from the Ballina Byron Gateway Airport in 2006, with their first helicopter, a Bell 47. Nowadays, the company’s fleet comprises 5 aircraft including their original Bell, Robinson R22, Robinson R44, Bell 206 Longranger and a Bell 205 UH1H (also known as a Huey). With a shared passion for helicopters and a background of working in North West Queensland, the NT, and Papua New Guinea, Tim and Georgina have built a respected flight training school, charter and airwork/utility operation and pride themselves on ensuring the highest safety standards and customer service, whilst offering a personalised family run business approach. With over 20 years in the aviation industry, and nearly 20,000 hours combined flying time, our team of professional pilots and crew will ensure your experience at AIR T&G will be safe, enjoyable and meet your objectives.

Who We Are Today With over 40 years of aviation heritage behind us through the McDermott Aviation Group, Machjet continues to deliver what others can’t: mission-ready aviation solutions with local integrity and global capability. We operate from our purpose-built 24/7 facilities - including a brand new multi-million dollar hangar and FBO at Sunshine Coast Airport, and full-service hangarage in Cairns - supporting VIP charter, aeromedical retrieval, cargo transport, government operations, and emergency response. Our aircraft are maintained in-house by our engineering team, operated by highly qualified pilots, and supported by a dedicated operations and ground crew who keep safety, flexibility, and service at the core of everything we do. Locally Owned. Globally Connected. 100% privately owned and Queensland-based Operations across AU, PNG, NZ, South Pacific, and USA Fleet of 13 aircraft including jets and turboprops In-house engineering, training, and 24/7 operations Trusted partner for governments, corporates, and critical care providers Proud supporters of local communities, sports clubs, and regional initiatives Proven track record in disaster management Our Commitment At Machjet, we believe that how you fly matters. Every mission is personal, every aircraft is ready, and every client receives our full attention - whether flying across the state or across the ocean.

Advanced Flight is New Zealand's premier helicopter charter and management company. With experienced local pilots, planners and engineers we serve the most exclusive retreats, superyachts and golf courses. We also operate New Zealand’s most reputable & experienced helicopter training services. New Zealand is made to be seen from the air and our extensive fleet of high-performance helicopters provide the ultimate way to enjoy it. Our work also extends into human sling, external load, firefighting, aerial survey and photography, super yacht and Police operations. Talk to us about arranging an advanced flight to suit your plans.

Ace Helicopter Services offers a wide range of professional aerial solutions across Central and Northern Queensland. With approvals for various airwork an Air Transport operations, we specialize in aerial photography, survey work, emergency flood and fire response, animal control, Charter/ Air Transport, and external load operations. Backed by local knowledge and years of flying experience, we deliver safe, efficient services tailored to both civil and rural industries.