About us

Regional and Remote Experts

Chartair is one of the largest general aviation operators in the country with a fleet of more than 40 aircraft. No matter what your requirements, Chartair has a solution for you. Servicing some of the most remote and amazing locations throughout the Northern Territory and Far North Queensland and is a major supplier to Federal and State Governments.

Our Vision

To be the air service provider for regional and remote Australia.

Our Mission

We fly aircraft and provide logistics to connect regional and remote Australia to Australia and the world.

Our Why

We believe regional and remote Australia deserves to be connected.

Our Passion

Connecting remote and regional communities safely and reliably to social services, businesses, friends and family.

Our Values

With integrity and respect for others

Being inclusive and involving others in our decision making

Accepting responsibility and being accountable for everything we do

Safety is always first

Enjoy what we do and be passionate about the service we provide others

Constantly on our toes, we are adaptable and innovative


Our Safety and Policies

As a CASR Part 135 approved General Aviation air transport operator, there are a number of critical components in place to ensure compliance and enhance safety, including:



· A CASA approved Safety Management System (SMS)

· A CASA approved Safety and Quality Manager

· Aircraft operating under CASR Part 42 – we are a Continuing Airworthiness Management Organisation (CAMO)

· A CASA approved Continuing Airworthiness Manager who ensures all aircraft maintenance is conducted on time and to the highest standards

· Aircraft maintenance is conducted under CASR Part 145 – we are an Approved Maintenance Organisation (AMO) with two main maintenance facilities in Darwin and Alice Springs

· A CASA approved Chief Engineer

· Aircrew are trained under our CASA approved Part 141 Training and Checking Organisation

· Human factors training conducted annually for aircrew, engineers and operations staff

 

Chartair is regularly audited by CASA, our clients (including other airlines and mining companies), and internally by our Safety and Quality Manager.

Our Organisation

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AirMed Logo

One of Australia’s leading non-emergency patient transfer companies, based in Sydney. With a fleet of piston, turbine and jet aircraft dedicated to patient transfers, AirMed is a major supplier to NSW Health and other health providers around the country.

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Airlink Airways Logo

Dubbo-based AirLink Airways has been flying remote and regional NSW communities since 1974. Providing scheduled and charter services, AirLink is rapidly growing into a key Government and commercial service provider throughout Western NSW.

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Registered Organisations


Our History

Chartair is one of the longest flying General Aviation companies in Australia with a history stretching back to 1974 with the establishment of Leach Aero Services by Canadian-born engineer Roger Leach in Alice Springs.


Founded in 1974 by aviation icon Roger Leach, Chartair is the Northern Territory’s premier air charter company. With almost 100 employees & 50 aircraft, Chartair can provide tailored aviation services to meet your requirements. With bases in Darwin, Alice Springs and Katherine we are strategically placed to cover a significant part of the remote areas of Australia.


Today, Chartair is part of a larger group of aviation companies including the country’s leading aeromedical company, AirMed, based in Sydney & Dubbo-based Air Link.


Our clients have taken us far and wide, and into some of the remotest areas of Australia. Along our way, we have met truly inspirational people, shared stories, made memories and saved lives.

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