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

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

PART 3 A: Choosing the Right Flight School and Helicopter Type Choosing where and how you train is one of the biggest decisions you’ll...

PART 2: Understanding the Industry: Where Do You Want to End Up? When most people think about becoming a helicopter pilot, they picture...

PART 1: Why Do You Want to Fly? At Barossa Helicopters, we know firsthand that flying helicopters isn’t just a job—it’s a lifestyle. It’s...

Introduction Helicopters are renowned for their versatility, capable of vertical takeoffs and landings, hovering, and agile maneuvering....

Hi, I'm Bridgette – Chief Pilot here at Barossa Helicopters and proud sky nerd! ✈️ I’ve been flying helicopters since I was 17, and let...

Ever wondered what the controls in a helicopter are all for? Or even what they are called? There are four main controls that the pilot is...

As pilots we always ask questions, what does that do, how does that work, can we give it a try? We wonder how Chuck Aaron does this: ...

Do you or someone you know own a drone? Do you know the regulations set by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA)? Drones are...

AUTOROTATIONS or Engine OFF Landing: We get asked quite often the following: are they safe? dont they just fall out of the sky like a...