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Skyportz Teams with Microflite To Build Australian Advanced Air Mobility Sector
Australian helicopter operator Microflite intends to start operating new electric aircraft and also to back ground infrastructure specialist Skyportz in providing support for other air taxi and freight operators.
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Australian helicopter operator Microflite plans to introduce new electric aircraft to its charter fleet. (Image: Microflite)

Australian helicopter operator Microflite has started laying plans to operate electric aircraft, partnering with ground infrastructure group Skyportz to kick-start the development of advanced air mobility (AAM) in the country. 

Microflite currently operates 19 helicopters, including eight Airbus AS350 twin-engined models, four EC120 singles, four EC130s, an AS355, and a Bell 212. From its headquarters in Victoria state, it provides charter flights and various types of aerial work such as photography, as well as aircraft maintenance and helipad management.