Congratulations! To the Australian Helicopter Industry!
Australia’s helicopter fleet has achieved an annual growth rate of 7.1% over past 18 months!
A very good result despite COVID restrictions.
From 30 June 2020 to 30 December 2021, the CASA RW registrations increased from 2,232 to 2,471. An increase of 239 in 18 months. As a result, the annual growth rate is now 7.1% pa.
The heavy and light fleet numbers showed very good results, the remainder also did well – averaging around twice the annual GDP.
Single engine piston numbers increased from 1,338 to 1,503 = 165 in 18 months or 8.2% pa.
Single engine turbine numbers increased from 628 to 677 = 49 in 18 months or 5.2% pa.
Multi-engine turbine below 5,700 kg moved from 185 to 199 = 14 or 5.0% pa.
Heavy turbine helicopters above 5,700 kg increased from 81 to 92 = 11 or 9.1% pa.
The strong growth of the above 5,700 kg fleet where most helicopters need two-pilots, will bring to light the almost non-existent Part 142 schools capable of providing Multi-crew Cooperation Certificates – MCC(H) for helicopter clients. The lack of the AUD$7,500+ course is blocking the promotion of co-pilots to command positions!
More soon …..