NEWs & Updates

Coulson Chinooks Bound for Australia

Two of the largest firebombing helicopters in the world, the Coulson Aviation CH-47D Chinooks will be in Australia for the first time this summer due to new aircraft contracting arrangements for Australia. AFAC, through the National Aerial Firefighting Centre (NAFC),...

International Experience for Australian Pilot

One of the Australian pilots who worked in the United States in 2021 during the difficult northern hemisphere fire season described the experience as invaluable. Tony’s substantive role with Coulson Aviation Australia is flying...

737 FIRELINER™ 210 Ready for Action

Coulson Aviation Australia team members in various roles supported the efforts of the United States Forest Service (USFS) through the deployment of the New South Wales Rural Fire Service-owned 737 to America…

737 FIRELINER™ Returns to Australia

The New South Wales Rural Fire Service-owned and Coulson Aviation Australia operated 737 FIRELINER™ has arrived home from the USA. The Boeing 737 Marie Bashir, flying as Bomber 210, has spent more than 57 days…

737 Endorsed Engineers Working in California 2021

Coulson Aviation Australia Licensed Engineers Paul and Jono are working in the USA to support the efforts of Australian based 737 aerial bomber the Marie Bashir fighting fires alongside a range of American fire services. They are in a team of four engineers supporting...

USA President Biden Credits Coulson Aviation Australia

The NSW Rural Fire Service-owned 737 Bomber 210 is in the USA to assist firefighters and fire agencies as they face a tough fire season.Already battling a number of large fires, the USA requested assistance. Bomber 210 is operated by Coulson Aviation Australia,...

Profile: Quality Manager and Lead Auditor

Aviation is a complex and highly regulated industry for all the right reasons, and like most businesses, Coulson Aviation Australia has team members dedicated to safety, quality, regulatory compliance, and assurance. Sam is the organisation’s Civil Aviation...

Profile: Aircrew Officer

Coulson Aviation Australia attracts people who possess a broad range of experiences, a passion for flying, and a strong desire to help communities. Aircrew Officer Duncan is no different. He feels a strong sense of purpose when working in a Bell 412 helicopter for the...

Chris Smallhorn Takes On New Strategic Role

Chris Smallhorn In line with Coulson Aviation Australia’s continued focus on building a sustainable and robust business, current CEO Chris Smallhorn will transition to Vice President of Government Relations, adviser to the Coulson Aviation Australia Board. Coulson...

Cessna Citation 560 Ferry Flight from Canada to Australia

Bringing the Cessna Citation 560, owned by New South Wales Rural Fire Service, home from Port Alberni, Canada was a memorable journey for the two Australian pilots charged with the job. Navigating stops in multiple countries during a time when security and the...