Robinson R44 Raven II helicopter VH-KBH on the ground in South Australia

Est. McLaren Vale · 35.21°S 138.54°E

Rotary-wing flight,
from the Fleurieu.

A South Australian helicopter operator based in McLaren Vale — forty minutes south of Adelaide. Our Robinson R44 Raven II is available now for cross-hire, alongside flight training. Charter, scenic flights and VIP transport coming soon.

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Aircraft R44 Raven II · VH-KBH
Base McLaren Vale, SA
Status Available for cross-hire
ABN 30 686 592 469
01 The Operation

A small operator, run to a professional standard.

Apex Helicopters flies from McLaren Vale in the heart of the Fleurieu Peninsula — wine country on Adelaide's southern doorstep, and one of the most rewarding stretches of coast and ranges to see from the air.

The business is owned and flown by an ex-RAAF pilot and instructor. Today it operates a meticulously maintained Robinson R44 Raven II — available for cross-hire and flight training. As we grow, that same standard will carry into charter, scenic flights and VIP transport.

  • 40min south of Adelaide, with easy access for operators and clients across the Fleurieu.
  • R44Raven II maintained to a high standard with comprehensive records — ready for cross-hire.
  • SAbased a genuine, registered South Australian business — ABN 30 686 592 469.
02 The Fleet
Robinson R44 Raven II, registration VH-KBH Available now

Reg. VH-KBH

Robinson R44 Raven II

A proven, four-seat piston single — the workhorse of light helicopter operations the world over. Comfortable, dependable and economical, our Raven II is offered for cross-hire to suitably rated pilots and operators.

Seating
3 + pilot
Cruise
110 kn
Range
250 NM
Operations
Day VFR
$500/hr + GST Collective, dry. Plus airspace & landing fees as required. Minimum 50 hours on type for insurance.
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Hill HC50 next-generation helicopter Coming soon

Future fleet

Hill HC50

The next generation of light helicopter — a clean-sheet design built for range, payload and comfort. The HC50 will anchor our move into charter and VIP transport, extending our reach well beyond the Fleurieu.

Seating
4 + pilot
Cruise
140 kn+
Range
600 NM
Operations
Day / Night VFR
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03 Capabilities

What we offer today — and what's coming soon.

We'd rather be straight about where the business is. Cross-hire and some training are available now; the rest is where Apex is headed as the fleet and approvals grow.

Available now

Aircraft cross-hire

Our R44 Raven II offered to suitably rated pilots and operators, on flexible terms. $500/hr + GST collective, dry; minimum 50 hours on type for insurance.

Available now

Flight training

Design feature endorsements, plus general competency training and currency — available now, conducted by an ex-RAAF pilot and instructor holding a current Grade 3 instructor rating. PPL(H) and flight reviews coming soon.

Coming soon

Scenic & winery flights

The Fleurieu coast, McLaren Vale vineyards and the Adelaide Hills from above — with select vineyard landings.

Coming soon

Private charter

Point-to-point charter with custom itineraries and flexible scheduling for your exclusive use.

Coming soon

VIP transport

Discreet, time-saving transfers for executives and private clients across South Australia.

04 Enquire

Let's talk flying.

Whether you need our R44 for cross-hire or want to be first to know as charter and training come online, we'd be glad to hear from you.

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Base McLaren Vale, South Australia
40 minutes south of Adelaide
Business Apex Helicopters
ABN 30 686 592 469
Aircraft Robinson R44 Raven II
VH-KBH · Day VFR