7-Dec-2015Source: Australian Helicopters
Australian Helicopters has been awarded an extension to continue its partnership with the Government of South Australia in operating the State Rescue Helicopter Service. Police Minister Tony Piccolo said the three-year extension will ensure the SRHS continues to operate and support the critical public safety needs of the South Australia community. Our helicopter service is... Read more
31-Jul-2015Source: Australian Helicopters
Australian Helicopters, one of Australia’s leading providers of mission-critical helicopter services, has unveiled one of the new AW139 air ambulances which will be used to support Ambulance Victoria when the 10-year contract starts next January. One of the new aircraft was on display in conjunction with one of the existing aircraft to demonstrate the change... Read more
8-Jun-2015Source: The Murray Valley Standard
A Development application for the Mannum District Hospital helipad has been lodged with the Mid Murray Council following the completion of site survey works and the establishment of a design plan. See Full Story.... Read more
1-Mar-2015Source: Safe Flight
Safe Flight Instrument Corporation of White Plains, NY announced that Australian Helicopters will operate Safe Flight’s Powerline Detection System (PDS) in six AgustaAW-139 aircraft as part of the Ambulance Victoria Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) contract awarded in 2014. Safe Flight’s PDS is European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certified under... Read more
27-Feb-2015Source: AgustaWestland
AgustaWestland and Australian Helicopters are pleased to announce the delivery of the first AW139 intermediate twin-engine helicopter in EMS configuration for Ambulance Victoria. The fleet of six helicopters will soon start to replace the existing Ambulance Victoria helicopters with the transition being completed in early 2016. Australian Helicopters’ Managing Director, John Boag, says “the internal... Read more
15-Jan-2015Source: Babcock
Following the acquisition of Avincis Group (Avincis) by Babcock International Group PLC (the Group) in May 2014, the process to integrate the business into the Group has progressed well and it is therefore appropriate to reflect this by taking the Babcock name. Avincis will therefore now become Babcock Mission Critical Services (Babcock). The local companies... Read more
5-Dec-2014Source: Australian Helicopters
The Governor General of Australia, together with the Prime Minister of Australia, were the guests of honour today as Australia’s first Landing Helicopter Dock (LHD) was welcomed into service in the Royal Australian Navy. The Australian White Ensign was raised for the first time, signalling that HMAS Canberra (III) was formally commissioned into the Fleet.... Read more
17-Jul-2014Source: Australian Helicopters
Australian Helicopters has been awarded an extension to continue its partnership with Newcastle Port Corporation in providing marine pilot transfers by helicopter to vessels utilising the port. The one-year extension will allow the Australian Helicopters aircraft to continue using the latest specialised technology for over-water operations, including transferring marine pilots, equipment, dangerous goods and the... Read more
8-Jul-2014Source: AgustaWestland
This order follows Australian Helicopters announcement in late April of the contract win. Five AW139s are needed, the sixth is assumed for maintenance cover. AgustaWestland and Australian Helicopters are pleased to announce the signature of a contract for AW139 intermediate twin-engine helicopters that will be operated for Ambulance Victoria under a 10 year agreement to... Read more
26-May-2014Source: Australian Helicopters
Communities in the Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula will receive improved emergency helicopter services after the Queensland Government committed funding to 30 June 2016. Emergency Services Minister Jack Dempsey said the extension of the agreement with Australian Helicopters Pty Ltd would ensure the residents of Far North Queensland communities would continue to benefit from this... Read more
28-Apr-2014Source: Australian Helicopters
Following a competitive tender process, one of Australia’s leading suppliers of mission-critical helicopter services, Australian Helicopters, has been awarded a 10-year contract with the Victorian Government and Ambulance Victoria. The agreement will see the supply of new state-of-the-art AgustaWestland AW-139 twin engine helicopters and includes a dedicated back-up aircraft to maintain services when heavy aircraft... Read more
3-Dec-2013Source: Australian Helicopters
One of Australia’s leading suppliers of mission-critical helicopter services, Australian Helicopters, has won its first dedicated firefighting contract. Australian Helicopters has been awarded a three-year contract with the National Aerial Firefighting Centre (NAFC) to be delivered through the South Australian Country Fire Service (CFS) following a tender process. The agreement, which includes two one-year extension... Read more
26-Nov-2013Source: Australian Helicopters
One of Australia’s leading suppliers of mission-critical helicopter services, Australian Helicopters, has appointed respected industry veteran John Boag as its new Managing Director. Mr Boag will add the role with Australian Helicopters to his existing responsibilities at Bond Helicopters Australia, both of which are part of the Avincis Group (Avincis). CEO Avincis Northern Europe &... Read more
11-Nov-2013Source: Australian Helicopters
One of Australia’s leading suppliers of mission-critical helicopter services, Australian Helicopters (AHPL), has signed a follow-on two-year strategic alliance with Sunshine Coast based Avincorp for its avionics component repair services. The alliance strengthens AHPL’s position as Australia’s most reliable mission critical helicopter provider and will see added security and reliability to its fleet in radio... Read more
25-Sep-2013Source: Turbomeca
During Helitech, Turbomeca (Safran) and Avincis Group are pleased to announce the signature of a global support contract that covers engines operated by Inaer, Bond Air Services, Bond Offshore Helicopters and Australian Helicopters. This agreement further enhances the strengthening relationship between Avincis and Turbomeca. This agreement includes the incorporation into Turbomeca’s Support By the Hour... Read more
24-Jun-2013Source: Gladstone Observer
Australian Helicopters, has closed its base at Gladstone after losing a contract with Heron Island Resort, leaving Gladstone Helicopters with a monopoly of the market – see full story... Read more
18-Jan-2013Source: Australian Helicopters
Australian Helicopters Pty Ltd (AHPL) and the Royal Flying Doctor Service (Queensland Section) (RFDS) have joined forces to provide emergency medical evacuation during Australian Army training exercises in remote areas. The partnership between the two organisations will ensure that Australian soldiers receive the best possible care and support, according to AHPL Managing Director, Scott Swift.... Read more
16-Oct-2012Source: Avincis Group
Avincis Mission Critical Services (Avincis Group) has established itself in the UK today as the world’s leading provider of mission critical aviation services. The Group’s mission is to save lives, protect the environment and provide safe transport for mission critical people and assets for public services and blue chip corporations. Avincis’ operating companies deliver across... Read more
17-Dec-2010Source: Australian Helicopters
Australians in the Torres Strait and Northern Peninsula will now have access to better and safer emergency medical helicopter services after the construction of a brand new $4.6 million helipad by Queensland Health for the Thursday Island Hospital. The 620-square metre aeromedical helipad, ringed with two-metre safety nets, will be used by Australian Helicopters’ quick... Read more
3-Jun-2010Source: Australian Helicopters
“Sky Is The Limit†is the lead story in the June issue of Business Review Australia. The article examines how Australian Helicopters grew from a one helicopter operation to a fleet of 19 helicopters since the company was created in 2004. Writer Jen Barwick discovers how the company’s safety and service record have made them... Read more
6-May-2010Source: Redcliffe and Bayside Herald
AN important tool in Australia’s border protection has returned to the Torres Strait with the latest in surveillance technology onboard after a three-month stop in Kippa-Ring.... Read more
24-Feb-2010Source: Cairns.com.au
A paramedic who may never walk again after a helicopter winch line snapped during a Torres Strait rescue is launching legal action over the accident.... Read more
17-Aug-2009Source: RotorNews
In June 2009, David Brigham, President of URS, traveled to Australia to complete the Night Vision Lighting Modifications on two Bell 412’s for Australian Helicopters. With the NVG filters in hand over a two week period, David performed the modifications and worked with CASA to obtain their approval.... Read more
10-Feb-2009Source: The Standard
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