Birdsville Scenic Flights
(In-conjunction with Wrights Air)
Birdsville Aviation (in conjunction with Wrights Air) will be conducting scenic flights around the local and wider Birdsville area including Lake Eyre. Four well thought out and balanced itineraries are available with flights ranging from 30 minutes in duration to longer half day flights to witness the magic of Lake Eyre.
Birdsville Aviation is an owned and operated subsidiary of the famous Birdsville Hotel, also owners of the Birdsville Bakery. Birdsville Aviation has for 40 years operated the aviation fuel business in town. All Birdsville Aviation scenic flights are operated in conjunction with Wrights Air. Wrights Air are based in William Creek, South Australia and have been operating for over 25 years. They have a legendary reputation of providing exceptional scenic flights in exceptional aircraft in the remote Australian outback.
The owners of the Hotel (and Birdsville Aviation) have a long history in the aviation and tourism industries with Talia Ellis once being based at the small ‘outpost’ of William Creek. Once a junior pilot for Wrights Air, Talia quickly rose to being the company chief pilot and for 7 years had up to 20 aircraft and pilots working under her. After her time at Wrights Air Talia moved to be chief pilot of Spirit Aviation, the aircraft subsidiary of outback touring business, Outback Spirit, until purchasing the Birdsville Hotel with her husband in 2019. Talia has extensive bush flying experience and has spent the majority of her time in the Birdsville and William Creek regions of Australia. From mustering stock on remote stations to scenic flights, Talia’s extensive experience in the aviation and scenic flight world will ensure you a safe and unforgettable flight, no matter what itinerary you choose.
How to Book
Bookings can be made any number of ways including:
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In person at the Birdsville Hotel reception.
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Email your booking request to bookings@birdsvillehotel.com.au.
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Using the enquire buttons on the scenic flights pages.
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By phoning hotel reception on 07 4656 3244.
Aircraft
Birdsville Aviation (in conjunction with Wrights air at William Creek) operate multiple aircraft including Cessna Grand Caravan’s that feature a high wing configuration, air-conditioning, 13 seats, fold down steps for the ease of walk on walk off comfort and turbine engine reliability. We also operates Cessna 210’s which are a 5 seater, high wing aircraft utilised for smaller parties. The high wing configuration of our fleet offer’s remarkable uninterrupted views for all on board.
