CORSAIRE AVIATION - Key Persons
Job Titles:
- Chief Engineer With Corsaire Aviation Maintenance
Aaron Giles is a Chief Engineer with Corsaire Aviation Maintenance. Aaron holds Rotary wing and Fixed wing licenses including B1.1 Aeroplane Airframe, Hydraulics, Air conditioning. B1.3 Helicopter Airframe with Hydraulics and Air conditioning. Engine Licenses include RR 250 series, Arriel 1 &2 series, Arrius 2 series, LTS 101 series, PT6A series and T5508D.
Aaron started working in the industry in 2001 and in that time has gained vast experience on all manner or fixed and rotary wing aircraft including engine overhauls and component overhauls.
Aarons passion for engineering extends to his home life as well where he loves to restore old cars and motorbikes.
Dave completed his commercial helicopter license with Corsaire Helicopter Flight Training in January 2018.
Since then he has worked with Corsaire aviation on a casual basis.
Elyse Anderson is not only Corsaire's customer liaison but is also a highly accomplished aeroplane pilot. Elyse is a Grade 1 flight instructor and has a Bachelor of Science (Aviation) with many years of industry experience.
Elyse was born and raised in Vancouver, Canada before moving to Perth 12 years ago to attend university. When she is not flying Elyse has also worked as a ballet teacher and a Pilates Instructor.
Elyse is a passionate pilot who is committed to delivering the highest standard of customer service and who will always endeavour to go that extra step to ensure your experience with Corsaire Aviation is a memorable one.
Jakob was a stand out student at Corsaire Helicopter Flight Training, and was welcomed to the team as a line pilot on completion of his commercial helicopter license. Since completing his training he has conducted charter work through out the southwest, northwest, and is a popular choice amongst our guests for scenic flights. With 4 years of flying under his belt, he has accomplished his low level and Gas Turbine endorsements, as well as ratings on the R22, R44, Bell 206, and EC130 helicopters. Jakob was born and raised in Perth, and has a passion for outdoor sports, especially Mountain biking, dirt biking and snowboarding.
Mike Spent nine years in the Royal Navy in England as a helicopter controller, he emigrated to Australia with his wife Nikki in 1989.
He has always had a passion for aviation and obtained a fixed wing license in 1997 however he moved across to the dark side (helicopters) in 2010 and has never looked back. Qualified as an instructor in 2013 and now holds a grade 1 instructor rating. Enjoys passing on his knowledge to others and is always looking to improve his skills whilst learning to fly new helicopters.
Trent Clayton is the Chief Pilot for Corsaire Aviation as well as the Head of Operations of Corsaire Helicopter Flight Training. Trent brings over 10 years of industry experience including helicopter charter, flight instruction and aerial work.
As a Grade 1 Flight Instructor and a CASA Approved Flight Examiner Trent is approved to provide training and examination for the purposes of obtaining both private and commercial helicopter licences, as well as various other ratings and endorsements.
Before Trent discovered his passion for flying he was a well known rugby league player playing in the NRL for the Sydney Roosters, Wests Tigers and Penrith Panthers as well as spending 3 years in France playing for the French National Rugby League.