Babcock was awarded Rotary Wing Business of the Year at the 2024 Australian Aviation Awards ceremony in Sydney.
Babcock’s work is powered by the expertise and dedication of over 500 aviation staff, providing critical aeromedical, search and rescue, law enforcement and surveillance services across the nation.
The award is testament to the unwavering commitment of our teams – our pilots, crew and support staff – who work collaboratively with our customers, partners and suppliers. Together we consistently deliver exceptional helicopter services while enhancing operational capability and safety for our customers, all for the benefit of Australian communities.
2023 was a successful year for Babcock in Aviaton, some key highlights include:
- Extending our 16+ year relationship with Queensland Health out to 2036 with a new contract that enhances the service with two new AW139 helicopters.
- A 5-year contract extension with Ambulance Victoria, building upon our long-term relationship since 2016.
- Signing a 4-year contract for the South Australia State Rescue Helicopter Service, adding a new H145 helicopter to our fleet to further enhance police capability and community safety.
The awards ceremony was a spectacular evening acknowledging and celebrating the tremendous achievements within the aviation industry.