Performance Aviation Australia & New Zealand

10/07/2026

Today, we're proud to introduce Performance Aviation Flight Services —the next evolution of There by Air.

By bringing this charter, freight and regional aviation operations under the Performance Aviation brand, we're creating a stronger, more connected aviation business for our customers.

What sets Performance Aviation Flight Services apart isn't just where we fly—it's what's behind every flight.

Every operation is supported by the experience and capability of the Performance Aviation team, one of Australia's leading Cessna Caravan maintenance specialists. From engineering excellence and rigorous safety standards to operational expertise, our Flight Services division is backed by the people who know these aircraft better than anyone.

The result is an aviation service built on reliability, safety and operational excellence.

Whether you're moving critical freight, chartering a private flight or planning a unique regional experience, Performance Aviation Flight Services delivers tailored aviation solutions with the confidence that comes from an integrated team.

08/07/2026

We’re incredibly proud to be celebrating that Performance Aviation has once again been recognised among Australia's leading aviation organisations, being named a finalist in the 2026 Australian Aviation Awards.

This year, we are honoured to be recognised in two categories:

MRO Business of the Year – Performance Aviation
Aviation Safety Professional of the Year – Ashleigh Jacka

Being recognised nationally is a testament to the dedication, professionalism and expertise of our entire team across Australia and New Zealand. Every maintenance check, every avionics upgrade, every aircraft returned to service, and every safety decision contributes to the reputation we've built together.

A special congratulations to Ashleigh Jacka on her well-deserved individual recognition. Ashleigh's commitment to aviation safety, operational excellence and continuous improvement has had a lasting impact across our business and the wider industry.

Thank you to the Australian Aviation Awards for this recognition, and congratulations to all finalists. We look forward to celebrating with our peers at the awards gala in August.

07/06/2026

Behind every smooth flight is a great deal of precision on the ground. Our B2 Licensed Aircraft Maintenance Engineers are currently calibrating the autopilot on a Cessna 208 Caravan, which interfaces with a Garmin G600 TXi, as part of a scheduled fleet maintenance program.

Accurate avionics calibration is critical to ensuring systems perform exactly as intended — supporting pilot workload management, aircraft performance, and operational safety. As an Authorised Garmin Dealer, Performance Aviation combines extensive in-house airframe, engine, and avionics expertise to keep aircraft operating at their best across Australia and New Zealand.

We're here to support your avionics upgrades, inspections, and maintenance requirements.

📞 AU: (+61) 2 4231 4299 | ✉️ [email protected]
📞 NZ: (+64) 3 443 8989 | ✉️ [email protected]
🌐 performanceaviation.com.au

03/06/2026

This is what a full hangar looks like.

Blue skies. Busy engineers. Aircraft in every stage of maintenance.

From routine inspections to major 25,000-hour checks, our team is committed to delivering efficient turnarounds without compromising on quality, safety, or attention to detail.

From propeller to tail, we’ve got you covered.

Need some maintenance?
👉 performanceaviation.com.au

14/05/2026

Need plans for this weekend?

The flying program for Wings Over Shellharbour is officially live.

After stopping by and visiting the Performance Aviation team at Careers Day on Friday, we recommend making a weekend of it and checking out what the Paul Bennet Airshows team have planned across Saturday and Sunday.

From historic warbirds and military aircraft through to aerobatics, jets and crowd favourites, this year’s event is shaping up to be a massive weekend of aviation action at Shellharbour Airport.

If aviation is your thing — or you're simply looking for something different this weekend — this is one worth adding to the calendar.

📅 16–17 May
📍 Shellharbour Airport

Check out the full flying program and event details below.

🚀 FLYING PROGRAM IS LIVE

Get ready for a massive weekend of aviation action with world-class aerobatics, thundering warbirds, the roar of jets and the breath-taking spectacle of barnstorming live stunts never before seen in Shellharbour.

Flying displays begin at 10:30am each day and conclude at approximately 4:30pm. Both days have the same planned lineup.

- Wolf Pitts Pro Opening Ceremony and “Wall of Fire” pyro display
- RAAF Roulettes
- RC Model Jets
- Lockheed P-2 Neptune
- Yakovlev Yak-52
- CAC Wirraway, CAC Winjeel and 2x PAC CT4 - Heritage trainer 4-ship formation
- P-40 Kittyhawk
- Lancair Legacy
- MH-60R Seahawk
- Wolf Pitts Pro - Wheels vs Wings drag race, freestyle aerobatics, and the Knife Edge FMX jump stunt
- 2x P-51 Mustang - Formation display and solo aerobatics
- Piper Cub - Rolling Runway Ute Landing
- Zivko Edge 540
- Grumman TBM Avenger
- Vought F4U-1D Corsair
- DHC-4 Caribou
- L-39 Albatros Jet
- Hawker Sea Fury
- MBB Bo 105 Helicopter
- North American T-28 Trojan
- de Havilland Vampire Jet
- Bell UH-1 "Huey"
- Lockheed Hudson
- 3x Supermarine Spitfire - 3-ship formation display and solo aerobatics
- Douglas C-47
- BRM Aero Bristell
- Lockheed P-3 Orion
- Paul Bennet Airshows Sky Aces - 4-ship formation aerobatics

👉 Visit https://wingsovershellharbour.com.au/event-info/ -program to download your copy

Please note: The flying program is subject to weather, maintenance and operational requirements and may change without notice on the day. Defence participation is subject to ADF operational requirements.

✈️ WIN 1 of 3 warbird flights! Buy your tix online before midnight TONIGHT to enter.

🎟️ Tickets / Event info @ wingsovershellharbour.com.au
🚆 Catch the train direct to Albion Park Station
📅 May 16-17 📍 Shellharbour Airport NSW

13/05/2026

Tomorrow. Shellharbour Airport. 9:00am – 2:00pm.

The AMDA Foundation Wings Over Shellharbour Careers Day is on — and the Performance Aviation team will be there.

Come find us and get your hands on the real thing:
> A Skydive aircraft — up close, no barriers
> Garmin avionics demo panel — see how pilots navigate when visibility disappears
> Traditional flight instrument displays
> Live electrical circuit activities
> Engineering lock wire challenge — the same precision test an AME faces on the job
> Internal engine components and maintenance insights

In Hangar 3, Ron Cattell, Engineering Manager, joins the Behind Every Aircraft Q&A discussion from 11:15am - 12:00. Speaking about the careers that keep aircraft flying — from the inside.

Also worth the visit before this, our friends over at Australian Jump Pilot Academy Pty Ltd have Neil Tucker with the First Steps into Flight Q&A panel at 10:20am -11:05, discussing pilot training and pathways.

Find us. Ask questions. Meet the team. Find out what a career in aviation actually looks like.

Visit the The AMDA Foundation Wings Over Shellharbour Careers Day site for more details.

29/04/2026

Coming Soon.

We’re expanding our engineering services available at Performance Aviation.

Stay tuned for more details.

24/04/2026

Lest We Forget.

07/04/2026

What an incredible weekend at Warbirds Over Wanaka for our Performance Aviation New Zealand team.

It was a privilege to witness such a diverse range of aircraft on display, all brought together in one of New Zealand’s most iconic aviation settings.

A big thank you to everyone who visited and connected with the Performance Aviation New Zealand team — we look forward to continuing those conversations and supporting your aircraft operations.

Based in Wanaka, our team is here to support a wide range of maintenance, avionics, and engineering requirements across New Zealand.

Phone: +64 3 443 8989
Email: [email protected]

01/04/2026

Over the Easter long weekend, our team will be taking a short break.

For any urgent requirements, an on-call standby engineer will be available:
Australia: +61 491 150 021
New Zealand: +64 3 443 8989

We wish all of our customers, partners, and team a safe and joyful Easter break.