The First Step into Aviation The start of Barossa Helicopters is mixed with some confusion due to everything that was happening during the 1970s. There was the Vietnam War (July 1954 - 30 April 1975) the conscription process, and my age at the time, so there were a lot of events happening all at once. We will see how we go trying to get it all under control as I explain what happened with Barossa Helicopters. In December 1972, I was 17 years old and about to turn 18. Conscri

You might think our team spends all day in the air… But when the blades stop spinning, things get just as interesting. From weekend fishing trips to putting their heart into their hobbies, chasing sunsets, or testing out new cellar doors — turns out, our crew doesn’t sit still for long!! Bridgette's Adventures – New Heights & Championship Buckles June has been another action-packed month for Bridgette, balancing exciting milestones both in the air and in the arena. Behind the

You might think our team spends all day in the air… But when the blades stop spinning, things get just as interesting. From weekend fishing trips to putting their heart into their hobbies, chasing sunsets, or testing out new cellar doors — turns out, our crew doesn’t sit still for long!! May? Oh, it was anything but quiet for Bridgette. Between packing bags and chasing flights, she clocked up some serious kilometres—jumping from being a guest speaker and reconnecting with ind

Pictured: Kye Herrmann, Neessa Mueller & Brooke Louise who represented Barossa Helicopters Barossa Helicopters is proud to announce that we were awarded Best Event Experience at the 2026 All Occasion Events Barossa Awards held on Saturday night. This award is a wonderful recognition of the passion and dedication our team brings to creating unforgettable helicopter experiences across the Barossa region. From scenic flights to private charters and unique event experiences, we a

True Grit 2026 brought adrenaline, excitement, and plenty of mud to the Barossa for an unforgettable weekend of action and adventure. Despite the wet weather rolling through, competitors embraced the conditions, with the rain only adding to the challenge — and creating even more mud for participants to crawl, climb, and charge through. Images Credit : 7 Studio Sports Adel The event atmosphere was electric from start to finish, with food vans, live music, bar facilities and pl

At Barossa Helicopters, we're always looking for ways to elevate the experiences we offer our guests and travel partners. That's why Richard and I are incredibly excited to welcome a new AS350 helicopter to our fleet, bringing our total number of aircraft to five and opening up even more possibilities for luxury travel throughout South Australia. While our Robinson R44 helicopters continue to be the backbone of our popular scenic flights, winery experiences, and regional tour

Barossa Helicopters Expands Fleet with Addition of AS350 “Squirrel” Helicopter as Company Celebrates 40 Years. Barossa Valley, South Australia — Barossa Helicopters is proud to announce the acquisition of a new-to-fleet AS350 “Squirrel” (A-Star) helicopter, marking an exciting new chapter in the company’s continued growth and commitment to delivering exceptional aviation experiences. Chief Pilot Bridgette Hasting, alongside her husband Richard Hasting, has led the decision to

RotorTech 2026 on the Gold Coast was an incredible few days of reconnecting, learning and reflecting on just how strong and passionate our aviation community really is. Held at the RACV Royal Pines Resort from 6–8 May, RotorTech brought together professionals from across the helicopter, uncrewed flight and Advanced Air Mobility sectors for three days of exhibitions, conferences, networking and industry collaboration. The event continues to grow as one of the premier vertical

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We’re thrilled to share some incredible news from the world of horsepower and pure grit: Bazzerk Racing, proudly sponsored by Barossa...

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Get ready for the ultimate adventure with Barossa Helicopters as we launch our most thrilling experience yet – the Epic South Australia...

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