Tas Air in trouble AGAIN
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Yeah, exactly like that.... 
Point being, it would take that to happen for anyone else to really have a go. Thats all i was saying.
ON another note, is SMQ still running up to KII? Have Tasair realised that most of the Islanders actually want to go to WYY instead of DPO yet?
Point being, it would take that to happen for anyone else to really have a go. Thats all i was saying.
ON another note, is SMQ still running up to KII? Have Tasair realised that most of the Islanders actually want to go to WYY instead of DPO yet?
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probably not, but perhaps someone else has... ? unless they are going to MB?
KingIslandCourier - Vortex Vying for KI airspace
KingIslandCourier - Vortex Vying for KI airspace
- this would be a bombshell to them 
and the tax payer 
If this is true it is an incrediably sad inditement on the state of GA.
If an already established AOC holder needs to buy another company to expand what hope is there for the future of GA?
If this is true CASA should hang their heads in shame.
If an already established AOC holder needs to buy another company to expand what hope is there for the future of GA?
If this is true CASA should hang their heads in shame.
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Aussie Bob, I don't think that was the reason for Rotor-Lift wanting to buy Tasair, if that is what has happened. I think it may have more to do with some as yet unannounced contracts.
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If the public purse is involved in this, then that is a very very sad state of affairs and surprising considering Giddings public stand on handouts.
There is no denying the rumour that there are other operators looking at starting up services to KII, Vortex, Sharp Airlines/Airlines of Tasmania, so keeping a service alive shouldn't be a factor here handout wise.
That being said, if this is above board, then that's great news - some good people get to keep their jobs, and some planes get to keep flying, everyone wins
However - why on earth Rotor-lift would want to get involved in an organisation which on the surface appears to be going down the gurgler and beyond repair is beyond me, this isn't cushy government paid by the hour contract work - this is a competitive industry... let's hope RC knows what he is getting himself into
As to the line that they are going to "give it a crack" well - what is there to actually crack? At the moment, they have a monopoly on the service to King Island, so what is left - go to Flinders? pfff .... good luck ... Sharp's have that tied up quite nicely. Maybe the Canberra run will get a turn again
Interesting times ahead
There is no denying the rumour that there are other operators looking at starting up services to KII, Vortex, Sharp Airlines/Airlines of Tasmania, so keeping a service alive shouldn't be a factor here handout wise.
That being said, if this is above board, then that's great news - some good people get to keep their jobs, and some planes get to keep flying, everyone wins
However - why on earth Rotor-lift would want to get involved in an organisation which on the surface appears to be going down the gurgler and beyond repair is beyond me, this isn't cushy government paid by the hour contract work - this is a competitive industry... let's hope RC knows what he is getting himself into
As to the line that they are going to "give it a crack" well - what is there to actually crack? At the moment, they have a monopoly on the service to King Island, so what is left - go to Flinders? pfff .... good luck ... Sharp's have that tied up quite nicely. Maybe the Canberra run will get a turn again
Interesting times ahead
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If Rotor-Lift has bought Tasair I don't think it is for any public handouts; fanning is right when he says Giddings is against them; and there just isn't the spare cash for it. However, Tasair did get a loan last year and I would be highly surprised if it has been repaid. What has happened to that in any sale may make interesting reading.
I believe Rotor-Lift is pursuing more opportunities in the state and the aero-med contract (fixed wing) would make a nice supplement as well as the police contract (rotary wing), the latter hasn't been announced as yet but I would be very surprised if Rotor-Lift didn't get it.
While Rotor-Lift also operates fixed wing their expertise is rotary so the acquisition of Tasair would supplement their operation. They would certainly need that expertise if they are going to pursue RPT. The two intra-state RPT operators both found themselves on a steep learning curve when they moved to turbine operation and it would be senseless for Rotor-Lift to reinvent the wheel in that area.
However, if the sale is true and the rumour of more aircraft and extending the RPT service is valid then certainly it will be interesting times ahead.
I believe Rotor-Lift is pursuing more opportunities in the state and the aero-med contract (fixed wing) would make a nice supplement as well as the police contract (rotary wing), the latter hasn't been announced as yet but I would be very surprised if Rotor-Lift didn't get it.
While Rotor-Lift also operates fixed wing their expertise is rotary so the acquisition of Tasair would supplement their operation. They would certainly need that expertise if they are going to pursue RPT. The two intra-state RPT operators both found themselves on a steep learning curve when they moved to turbine operation and it would be senseless for Rotor-Lift to reinvent the wheel in that area.
However, if the sale is true and the rumour of more aircraft and extending the RPT service is valid then certainly it will be interesting times ahead.
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it will be a just reward for some of the pilots who have been ekeing out an existance at the company for years pulling ridiculous hours on pitiful rates.
Better being a glass half full person, I agree. But I think being realistic also helps?
There is also a talented pool of Engineering staff that have deserved better.An injection of able,motivated and just management might just keep the dream alive. I bloody well hope so.
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I think Rotorlift will be very lucky to keep the Police contract let alone pick up the fixed wing aero med contract & may well be the reason behind the Tasair purchase.
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I think Toll had more to do with that one Anon than anything else... I highly doubt that the "new" management would be turning away the bank run contract.
anyway - I hear now Tasair is back to WYY? what on earth is going on there now? gone from 0 operators, to 2 and maybe 3..? this sounds familiar to the old ausair and geelong flight centre days
anyway - I hear now Tasair is back to WYY? what on earth is going on there now? gone from 0 operators, to 2 and maybe 3..? this sounds familiar to the old ausair and geelong flight centre days
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I believe the phrase being thrown around (for what it is worth) is that Rotorlift have an "option to buy" Tasair.
Rumours going around of more jetstreams being purchased, as well as purchasing kingairs, that they'll be going to both islands, and services even extending to Melbourne/Essendon
I really hope that this isn't just all crap and something comes from this as while I have no idea of the financial strength of rotorlift - the staff of Tasair just need to see a strong company in the air ... not one that is promising everything and not delivering
Rumours going around of more jetstreams being purchased, as well as purchasing kingairs, that they'll be going to both islands, and services even extending to Melbourne/Essendon
I really hope that this isn't just all crap and something comes from this as while I have no idea of the financial strength of rotorlift - the staff of Tasair just need to see a strong company in the air ... not one that is promising everything and not delivering
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Supposedly a lot hanging on certain contracts as to what will eventually happen between RotorLift and Tasair. There is one very scurrilous rumour doing the rounds concerning that.
The latter has certainly recommenced operations out of Wynyard with the venerable Chieftain while the Jetstream still operates from Devonport.
As to the future, see the first paragraph. Interesting times ahead.
The latter has certainly recommenced operations out of Wynyard with the venerable Chieftain while the Jetstream still operates from Devonport.
As to the future, see the first paragraph. Interesting times ahead.