Independent Aviation

Name: Independent Aviation
Address: -, Cairns, QLD, 4870, AU
Telephone: +611300247242
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Independent Aviation was established in 1989 and has grown to become Australia's leading air charter

Independent Aviation was established in 1989 and has grown to become Australia's leading air charter procurement and management specialist. As a truly independent broker, we offer an impartial and transparent service to source the most suitable aircraft at the most competitive price for each individual charter. We have global reach and capability and are considered the experts in remote and regional destinations throughout Australasia. Coordinating more than 300 charters every month, using aircraft of all sizes and types for every kind of mission, we have significant buying power and an enviable reputation for providing prompt, reliable and innovative solutions to air transport problems. Our team of charter consultants back this up with detailed management of every charter to ensure complete customer satisfaction.

09/10/2026

Congratulations, Kaitlyn, on your first anniversary at IAV this week!

It’s hard to believe you joined us 12 months ago. You’re a valued member of our team, and it’s been wonderful to see your passion for aviation grow as you continue to go from strength to strength on our Flight Desk.

You’re always the first to accept an invitation to the airport, eager to learn more about the aircraft operating in our region. And when it comes to the Hinterland schedule across the Torres Strait and the Cape, you’re a superstar!

Thank you for being part of our team, Kaitlyn.

25/08/2026

Need to move your team between remote or regional locations?

When scheduled flights or great distances inhibit your team's reach and service delivery, charter can provide a more efficient means of accessing remote and regional Australia.

Benefits of charter include:
- Reducing or eliminating the need for overnight stays.
- Expanded reach for your business/team.
- Improves response and turnaround times.
- Avoiding days of travel time between locations.
- Flexibility of destinations and routing.
- Schedules and departure times that suit your team's needs.
- Aircraft suited to the size of your team.

Whether business, government, private or corporate travel, Independent Aviation can source a charter solution to suit, ensuring your team gets to where they need safely and efficiently.

30/07/2026

This DonateLife Week, we recognise the extraordinary people and incredible teamwork behind every organ donation.

At Independent Aviation, we are privileged to coordinate time-critical flights that connect donor hospitals, transplant teams, recipients and specialist medical crews across Australia.

From emergency services on the ground to flight crews in the air, every person involved plays a vital role in these critical transfers, ensuring organs and medical teams reach their destination safely and without delay.

To the donor families who make an incredible selfless decision during the most difficult of times, and to the healthcare workers, emergency services and aviation professionals who work together around the clock—thank you.

Together, we're proud to support a network that brings hope to families across Australia

13/07/2026

Another great day at the airport checking out the Beechcraft 1900C , a versatile aircraft that has played an important role in disaster relief and regional aviation.

Designed for both passenger and freight operations, the Beechcraft 1900C can operate from shorter and more challenging airstrips that are often inaccessible to larger aircraft. During this year's wet season, IAV worked closely with this aircraft to transport people between regional communities and deliver critical supplies to areas where they were needed most.

We also had the opportunity to view the Aerocommander 500, another aircraft with the ability to access regional airstrips and is well suited to charter operations across Cape York and remote Queensland.

Seeing these aircraft up close gave us a greater appreciation of their capabilities and a better understanding of the vital role they play in supporting regional communities.

03/07/2026

Happy Friday!✈️

We love seeing Queensland and beyond from above through the photos shared by the pilots and teams we work with. From the clear waters of the Torres Strait to breathtaking East Coast sunrises and everything in between- the views never fail to impress.

Thanks for sharing your adventures with us! Wishing everyone a fantastic weekend 🌏☀️

26/06/2026

Quick trip out of the office for a bit of plane spotting✈️

Couldn’t miss the chance to watch four US Marine Corp F-35B Lightening II fighter jets make a low pass over Cairns before touching down at the Airport yesterday afternoon. Definitely not something you see everyday!

11/06/2026

Last week we had the opportunity to spend some time with local operators at the airport, getting a closer look at a variety of helicopters that we regularly use for charter.

Seeing these aircraft firsthand provides valuable insight into their size, seating configurations, cargo space, passenger access, and operational capabilities.

Continuous learning and expanding our knowledge of the aviation industry helps us provide the best possible support and charter solutions tailored to each client's individual needs.

The knowledge gained from visits like these is valuable across our entire network of air operators throughout Queensland. Whether we're arranging flights in the Torres Strait, Cape York, Central Queensland, or anywhere in between🚁

05/06/2026

Happy 2nd Anniversary John

Today we’re celebrating everything you bring to the IAV team. As our Operations Manager, your knowledge and experience make a real impact - there’s hardly an aircraft you don’t know.

Whether you’re working with clients or supporting the team behind the scenes, you challenge our thinking, strengthen our knowledge and guide our decision-making everyday. Your passion for aviation is clear and continues to inspire those around you.

Your strong background in quality and compliance plays a big part in how we deliver reliable, high-quality service to our clients.

Thank you John for your dedication and contribution over the past two years, we’re lucky to have you on the team.

20/05/2026

Today on Wear Orange Wednesday, our IAV team recognise and thank the incredible SES volunteers in Queensland and across Australia🧡

Thank you for stepping up to support and protect communities in times of need. Your dedication, commitment and countless hours of service do not go unnoticed!

At IAV, we have the privilege of seeing firsthand the incredible work, coordination, and effort that goes into supporting communities during natural disasters, and we truly appreciate everything the SES does behind the scenes and on the front line.

14/04/2026

Over the past few weeks, our IAV team has been working extremely hard to prepare for Cyclone Narelle in the Cape region and to support communities impacted in its aftermath.
We’ve been coordinating flights across the state and delivering essential supplies to remote areas. Frozen and dry foods, sanitary products, household items, equipment and other critical resources needed for cleanup and recovery.
Working alongside dedicated crews, it’s been a true community effort and we’re proud to play our part in supporting these ongoing disaster relief operations.

Pictures 4, 10 (Jonathan Williams)

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Cairns, QLD
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Telephone

+611300247242

Website

https://www.independentaviation.com.au/

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