All of our helicopters are fitted with emergency pop-out floats, emergency locator transmitters and headsets for all passengers, allowing for internal communication and noise protection. Our helicopters are maintained to the highest level, by a fleet of engineers at Helibiz, and at all times meet the strict requirements, defined by the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA).
Engine: Lycoming O-540
Range: 1,352 km
Cruise speed: 222km
Passenger seats: 7
Engine: Pratt & Whitney R985 Whasp Jr. Radial
Range: 732Kms
Cruise speed: 203Kph
Passenger seats: 6
Engine: Pratt & Whitney PT6A-114A
Range: 2000Kms
Cruise speed: 317Kph
Passenger seats: 12
Hamilton Island Air pilots join the company with a high level of previous over water, charter and tourism experience and are required to have a minimum number of hours in the air. This gives you peace of mind, knowing that safety with Hamilton Island Air is paramount. We ensure that pilot’s skills are maintained to the highest level through extensive, ongoing training.
Hamilton Island Air pilots are expected to have a strong knowledge of our backyard, making them the best people to show you around the wonderful place we are fortunate enough to call home!
Hamilton Island Air offers helicopter, seaplane and aeroplane tours throughout the Whitsundays, Great Barrier Reef and Hamilton Island area. Our luxurious tours can include scenic flights, helicopter transfers, reef cruises, snorkelling and more. Book Online for the experience of a lifetime.