From humble beginnings, Oceania Aviation has grown to become the largest aircraft sales and support company in New Zealand. Employing over 170 staff at 10 facilities located up and down the country, we also have a number of overseas agents and we represent a vast range of manufacturers as either service center, distributor or both. Our company's mission is for constant improvement and growth.
The range of capabilities we provide is unparalleled. Providing comprehensive MRO services for both rotor and fixed wing aircraft which includes our services for turbine and piston engines, propellers, blades, components and avionics which is further supported by our in-house parts division. We also have an extremely successful aircraft sales team and our own role equipment manufacturing division.
Our experienced team consistently deliver high-quality service to our diverse range of customers located both nationally and internationally.
| NZCAA Part 145 | NZCAA Part 148 | NZCAA Part 19F | DGCA Part 145 | EASA Part 145 | AS9110 |
September 1992
Tuna boat pilots, Jonathan Bowen and Josh Camp register International Heliparts Limited. Selling various parts for Hughes, Bell and Schweizer aircraft.
July 1996
International Heliparts Limited purchases Marine Helicopters and moves base of operations from Henderson to Ardmore Airport. Company changes name to Oceania Aviation – inspired by Josh and Jonathan’s former operations as tuna boat pilots in the Pacific Ocean. Oceania Aviation begins as an helicopter operator based at its Ardmore facility.
August 1996
Our Part 148 Manufacturing division begins and has continued to flourish. Now creating cargo hooks, cargo pods, bike racks and spray systems.
October 2004
Oceania Aviation opens new hangar at 1 Harvard Lane. Opening celebrated with industry and government officials.
August 2005
Oceania Aviation turbine overhaul Ardmore facility is NZCAA approved.