McDermott Aviation Named Finalist in Two National Aviation Awards

Australia’s largest heli-aviation operator, McDermott Aviation, has been announced as a finalist in two categories at the 2025 Australian Aviation Awards

Australian Natural Disaster Responders McDermott Aviation Deploy Aircraft to Greece Ahead of European Fire Season

As the fire season gets underway in Greece, six McDermott Aviation B214 ST aircraft have been deployed from Australia to Europe.

McDermott Aviation Leads AIR Program to Solve Engineer Shortage

McDermott Aviation has commenced deploying a major aerial firefighting fleet across Greece for the country’s 2026 fire season, marking its seventh consecutive year supporting Greek authorities.

Heavy Lifting in Tasmania for Telstra

Our heavy lift machines are playing a crucial role in supporting Telstra’s communications efforts during a major fire on the west coast of Tasmania.

McDermott Aviation Aquires Transwest Helicopters

We are thrilled to announce we have acquired Transwest Helicopters Ltd and are excited to continue building on the company’s 60-year legacy of excellence in the aviation industry.

Greece Helicopters return to Australia

After a huge season fighting fires across Greece, some of our helicopters have returned to Australia.

Noosa National Park Lift

Crews spent the day slinging loads of gravel and concrete (over 70 bags!) into Noosa National Park for the construction of their pathways.

HQ Plantations Treemail editorial – Written by Bob Lewis, District Manager