Awarded 18 May 2023
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View Live TendersAircraft Charter for Marine Aerial Survey in Shark Bay to Exmouth Gulf Region
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Department of Biodiversity, Conservation and Attractions awarded a contract to Royal Aero Club of Western Australia Inc for an aircraft charter including pilot to conduct a marine fauna survey in the Shark Bay to Exmouth Gulf region.
The contract required approximately 55 hours of flight time between 5 June and 7 July, with observers operating over water at low altitude.
This contract highlights the use of specialized aviation services for environmental monitoring, a niche area where local aviation clubs often compete.
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