Business Details
13 Years
experience
Emergency
services
Trusted Air Charter Services Darwin NT
Arafura Aviation has been delivering reliable air charter solutions in the Northern Territory since 2013. Our Darwin-based team specialises in connecting remote communities through a range of tailored aviation services, including patient transport, freight logistics, and passenger charters for families, tradespeople, and government agencies. With a fleet of seven aircraft and a crew of experienced pilots, we prioritise safety, punctuality, and flexibility to meet diverse client needs.Our commitment to excellence has earned us approval as a Northern Territory Government service provider and a trusted partner for NDIS clients requiring specialised care. Over eight years, we've expanded from a single Cessna 310 to a multi-aircraft operation, maintaining our founding principle of serving the Top End's unique transportation demands with professionalism and local expertise.
Services
Patient Transport
Freight Logistics
Family Charters
Tradesperson Flights
Pet Transport
NT Government Contracts
NDIS Services
Funeral Repatriation
Details
- Year established: 2013
Highlights and features
- We operate seven aircraft with experienced pilots trained in remote community operations
- Our team provides 24/7 support for urgent charter requirements
- We hold NT Government panel approval for official charter services
- Our fleet accommodates diverse cargo including oversized equipment and freight
- We offer flexible booking options with competitive pricing for families
Services
Patient Transport
We specialise in transporting patients between remote communities and medical facilities. Our pilots receive specific training to accommodate medical requirements during flights. With appropriate notice, we can arrange specialised equipment and coordinate with healthcare providers to ensure safe patient transfers. Our service maintains strict confidentiality and adheres to all medical transport protocols.
Freight Logistics
Our aircraft handle non-hazardous freight to remote Northern Territory locations. We transport oversized items including machinery, construction materials, and livestock equipment. Clients provide cargo dimensions and weight for tailored transport solutions. With regular government and commercial contracts, we ensure timely delivery to challenging destinations across the Top End.
Family Charters
We accommodate family groups with mixed passenger requirements across Northern Territory communities. Our flexible booking system allows last-minute changes while maintaining competitive pricing. The fleet includes aircraft suitable for varying group sizes, with pilots trained to ensure comfortable travel experiences for all age groups during both short and extended flights.
NT Government Contracts
As an approved NT Government charter provider, we serve public sector clients including hospitals and schools. Our operations meet strict government service standards for reliability and safety. We handle official transport requirements for personnel, equipment, and emergency services across remote locations, maintaining compliance with all contractual obligations and reporting requirements.
Pet Transport
We facilitate pet transportation between communities with appropriate containment. Clients may bring dogs or cats in approved cages, or we can arrange suitable containers. Our pilots understand animal welfare requirements during flights, ensuring stress-free journeys for pets accompanying owners or traveling independently to approved quarantine facilities in remote locations.
Questions
Do you provide medical transport for patients?
Yes, we specialise in patient transfers between remote communities and medical facilities with trained pilots and appropriate equipment.
Can I transport oversized equipment?
Yes, our aircraft accommodate bulky items including machinery and construction materials with prior arrangement.
Are pets allowed on flights?
Yes, we transport dogs and cats in approved containers with options for accompanied or unaccompanied travel.
Do you service government departments?
Yes, we're an approved NT Government charter provider serving hospitals, schools, and emergency services.
How many destinations do you cover?
We fly to over 50 destinations across Northern Territory's Top End including remote communities.
Is there emergency charter availability?
Yes, our 24/7 support team handles urgent charter requests for medical and other critical transport needs.