Rotor One

Rotor One is an Australian helicopter tour operator founded in 2021 at Essendon Airport in Melbourne. It has grown to become the country's top-rated helicopter tour company, carrying more than 1,000 guests annually across Melbourne, Sydney, Brisbane and Perth. The company offers over 100 different helicopter tours and experiences, ranging from short scenic flights over city landmarks to full-day wine tours, wildlife park excursions and private proposal packages. Rotor One is known for its personal concierge service, perfect safety record and a booking guarantee that provides rescheduling or refunds if weather prevents flying. It holds Quality Tourism and Sustainable Tourism accreditation, is a member of the Victoria Tourism Industry Council, an accredited tour operator with Parks Victoria, and an approved supplier for Visit Victoria and Visit Sydney. The company has earned more than 953 five-star reviews on Google and TripAdvisor. Its founder, Edward Taylor, is a commercial helicopter pilot who remains actively involved in operations. Rotor One is privately owned and headquartered at Essendon Airport.

Rotor One was founded in 2021 by Edward Taylor, a commercial helicopter pilot, at Essendon Airport in Melbourne, Australia. The company began operations with a focus on delivering high-quality helicopter tour experiences, initially in Melbourne. From its base at Essendon Airport, approximately 20 minutes from Melbourne's central business district, Rotor One built a reputation for personalised service, safety and customer satisfaction. By 2024, the company had expanded its operations to Sydney, Brisbane and Perth, offering over 100 different helicopter tours and experiences across these cities. It has carried more than 1,000 guests annually and accumulated over 953 five-star reviews on Google and TripAdvisor, positioning itself as Australia's #1 rated helicopter tour company. The company has received accreditation from multiple industry bodies, including Quality Tourism and Sustainable Tourism accreditation, membership in the Victoria Tourism Industry Council (VTIC), and recognition as an accredited tour operator with Parks Victoria. It is also an approved supplier for Visit Victoria and Visit Sydney. Rotor One continues to operate as a privately owned business, with Edward Taylor actively involved as owner and pilot.

• 2024

  Expanded operations to Sydney, Brisbane and Perth, offering over 100 helicopter tours.

• 2021

  Rotor One founded by Edward Taylor at Essendon Airport, Melbourne.

Premium, safety-focused helicopter tour operator offering personalised, once-in-a-lifetime experiences with a perfect safety record and top-rated customer service.

• Couples Surprise Helicopter Experience

  A private 1-hour helicopter experience for couples, including a 20 or 30-minute flight, champagne on arrival, private hangar tour, photos and in-flight video. Departs Essendon Airport. Priced at $437 per person.

• Sydney Walkabout Wildlife Park Helicopter Tour

  A 6-hour experience including a 30-minute private helicopter flight each way from Sydney Airport, entry to Walkabout Wildlife Park, a 2-hour guided tour with a park ranger, and an optional seafood lunch stopover. Priced at $1,506 per person.

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