Operating for over 40 years, Sydney Helicopters is one of Australia’s most established and trusted helicopter service providers.
Founded in 1985, we are the longest-running commercial helicopter operator in Sydney, delivering safe, professional and reliable helicopter services across tourism, charter, aerial work and aviation support. Our longevity reflects decades of operational excellence, industry experience and a strong commitment to safety.
We proudly own and operate our entire fleet of nine helicopters, allowing us full control over aircraft standards, availability and presentation. Supporting this capability is our dedicated in-house helicopter maintenance facility, staffed by fully licensed aircraft maintenance engineers to ensure the highest levels of safety, compliance and performance.
Our people are our greatest asset. Sydney Helicopters employs a team of highly skilled professionals across flying, engineering and administrative roles, providing continuity, expertise and personalised service. Key members of our leadership and operational team are listed below.
Mark is the Owner and Chief Pilot of Sydney Helicopters. Mark gained his license in 2002 and is endorsed to fly 10 models of helicopters including multi-engine. Mark has accumulated many thousands of hours conducting airwork activities including feature films, aerial firefighting and external lift work.
Peter has been with Sydney Helicopters after obtaining his Commercial Helicopter Licence in 2008. He has gained a vast amount of experience with VIP/Corporate transfers as well as airwork activities such as photography, film, gas and powerline inspections and various aspects of aerial firefighting work.
James joined Sydney Helicopters in 2013 and has gained a vast amount of experience on a range of missions. These include, charter and air work such as photography, film, powerline inspection, and various aspects of aerial firefighting. He has experience working in remote parts of Australia including WA and the Kimberley.
Adam has been with Sydney Helicopters since 2016 and brings a wealth of knowledge and experience in aircraft operations. Adam has been a crewman since 1991 and has worked for the NSW Police Airwing. He has a vast amount of experience in winching, rappelling, search & rescue, firefighting and flood operations.
Peter started flying in 1987, flying all over the world and has amassed vast experience in both VFR and IFR, particularly in the Airwork category of flying. His experience includes aerial firefighting, EMS, floods & emergency relief, lifting, AG and pest control.
Shane joined the company during the 2019/2020 bushfire season and brings a wealth of experience to the business. Shane has flown throughout Australia conducting a range of flying activities including general survey, aerial shooting, gravity survey, firefighting operations and charter.
Sam’s journey began in 2013 in New Zealand, undertaking charter & lift work followed by 2 yrs in Canada working on firefighting operations. Sam joined the company in 2023 and brings a wide range of experience from flying in NZ, Canada and around Australia. He has a background in air work and charter operations including aerial firefighting, airborne geographical survey, external load lifting and biographical survey. Sam obtained his 412 certification & is now proficient in a range of helicopter operations.
Tyler is freshly imported from New Zealand and joins the Sydney Helicopters team starting the summer 2025. Tyler has flown throughout NZ, Canada and now Australia bringing experience in the airwork sector, charter, firefighting and backcountry operations.
Jake recently joined our team & has been flying helicopters since 2017. He began his piloting journey in Canada, primarily in the tourism sector, before returning to Australia. Jake has extensive experience in Sydney’s controlled airspace, including tourism, charter services, filming, & photography, he is now also contributing to the airwork sector in NSW.
Max obtained a commercial license in 2018, spending the first five years of a flying career mustering in the remote Kimberley region of WA before transitioning into the airwork industry in 2023. Max has gained valuable experience in flying within the mining sector and in aerial firefighting.
Jessica joined Sydney Helicopters in 2019 and manages the finance, payroll and administration aspects of the business. She plays an essential role in ensuring the seamless and efficient running of the business’s administrative tasks and accounting operations.
Julie is a key member of our business and started working with Sydney Helicopters in July 2008. She has been with us for many years managing the administration and accounting side of the business ensuring that everything runs smoothly and efficiently.
Roger has over 30 years experience working on helicopters around the world. He is particularly experienced with Bell medium aircraft having worked on Bell 212 and 412 in Papua New Guinea and throughout the Pacific region.
Ben recently joined the team after working as an Aircrewman since 2016 at the NSW Police Airwing. Ben has experience in Hoist operations, search and rescue, and various aspects of Aircrewman operations.
