Our Background
Centurion Aviation,
is a member of The Centurion Group of Companies.
For over three decades, the group has successfully collaborated with governments at all levels, specialising in the transport, tourism, property and infrastructure sectors since 1988. Our portfolio boasts a remarkable array of major projects, including the development of comprehensive regional plans at both the Australian Federal and State levels.
These plans encompass a wide range of initiatives, such as the design of road networks, metro and high-speed rail systems, container terminal sea ports, and large-scale master-planned communities.
Visit our property pages to read about our significant projects including the 5 star SwissOtel on Market street, Sydney and the “City Quarter”. Located a mere 6 km from the iconic Opera House, this vibrant 7.5 hectare “village” comprises 1,400 residences. Through these projects, we have demonstrated our aptitude for aligning stakeholder interests and delivering exceptional outcomes that leave a lasting positive impact.
At Centurion, our extensive network of national and international connections spans across diverse industries, enabling us to assemble specialised teams with the precise industry expertise required for each project. This vast capacity ensures our ability to consistently deliver projects on-time and on-budget, meeting and exceeding the expectations of our valued clients.
Our Focus
Since 2017,
Centurion Aviation has been at the forefront of developing aviation training.
Recognizing a developing situation in the market, Centurion Aviation identified an opportunity to enter the American ADAIR training program as well as providing other Clients similar fast jet combat training in Australia. Australia, with it’s abundant airspace available for training purposes, presents a unique advantage for our operations and Clients who have national airspace constraints.
While the global aviation industry faced the challenges posed by the COVID-19 pandemic, Centurion Aviation utilised this period as an opportunity to further develop our training systems and strengthen relationships with our esteemed consortium partners and potential Clients. This period allowed us to enhance our offerings and refine our expertise, ensuring that we continue to deliver unparalleled training solutions.
At Centurion Aviation, we pride ourselves on our commitment to excellence and our dedication to meeting the specific needs of our defence clients. Our team of industry professionals brings extensive experience and expertise to the table, ensuring the highest standards of training delivery and outcomes.
Years as
pilots
ENDORSED TO FLY
AIRCRAFT TYPES
FLIGHT HOURS
THOUSANDS
OUR PARTNERS
Our Partners
M1 Support
World renowned operation and logistics experts and engineering excellence
Our Partners
Becker Helicopter
The premier helicopter training school for sovereign clients
OUR PEOPLE
CEO
Patrick Yu
Patrick Yu, the CEO of Centurion Aviation, is a passionate aviation enthusiast and accomplished pilot with a deep love for the industry. With extensive experience in both helicopter and fixed-wing fast jet operations, Patrick has made significant contributions to aviation in Australia.
Air Marshall
Edward Stringer
Edward, a retired senior RAF officer (Air Marshal/3*), brings extensive leadership and expertise to Centurion Aviation. His early career as a fast-jet pilot laid the foundation for his subsequent command positions, focusing on defence policy, military operations, and cross-government coordination. Edward's notable roles include Director General of Joint Force Development, Director of Military Operations, and Deputy Chief of the RAF in MOD.
Captain
Mike Becker
Mike Becker, the co-founder and Head of Training of Becker Helicopter Services, is a prominent figure in the aviation industry. Based in Queensland, Australia, Becker Helicopter Services is a leading aviation company. In 2020, the company boasted a workforce of over 100 employees and operated and maintained a fleet of 20 helicopters, conducting more than 15,000 flight hours per year in advanced military training.
COO
Annie Chatfield
Annie, the COO of the Centurion Group, including Centurion Aviation, brings extensive experience in leadership, governance, organisational development, strategy, and resource management. With a background in property and infrastructure, community service, and healthcare, Annie has held leadership roles in the NHS and private health sectors before joining Centurion.
Patrick Yu
CEO
Patrick Yu, the CEO of Centurion Aviation, is a passionate aviation enthusiast and accomplished pilot with a deep love for the industry. With extensive experience in both helicopter and fixed-wing fast jet operations, Patrick has made significant contributions to aviation in Australia.
Edward Stringer
Air Marshal
Edward, a retired senior RAF officer (Air Marshal/3*), brings extensive leadership and expertise to Centurion Aviation. His early career as a fast-jet pilot laid the foundation for his subsequent command positions, focusing on defence policy, military operations, and cross-government coordination. Edward’s notable roles include Director General of Joint Force Development, Director of Military Operations, and Deputy Chief of the RAF in MOD.
Mike Becker
Captain
Mike Becker, the co-founder and Head of Training of Becker Helicopter Services, is a prominent figure in the aviation industry. Based in Queensland, Australia, Becker Helicopter Services is a leading aviation company. In 2020, the company boasted a workforce of over 100 employees and operated and maintained a fleet of 20 helicopters, conducting more than 15,000 flight hours per year in advanced military training.
Annie Chatfield
COO
Annie, the COO of the Centurion Group, including Centurion Aviation, brings extensive experience in leadership, governance, organisational development, strategy, and resource management. With a background in property and infrastructure, community service, and healthcare, Annie has held leadership roles in the NHS and private health sectors before joining Centurion.
We at Centurion Aviation have been incredibly privileged to meet and partner with some of the most influential, respected and experienced members of the aviation community worldwide. We look forward to an ongoing relationship that brings both sophisticated training programmes and outcomes to our customers.
1987
Aviation division formed commercial operations for rural fire services and channel 10 media services.
1996
Formed partnership with HARS (Historical Aviation Restoration Society) and became custodians for Bell AH-1P cobra attack helicopters.
1997
Acquired fast-jet L-39 and Cessna A-37.
2001
Gained CASA maintenance authority
2015
Returned to flight Mirage III with HARS
2016
Partnership with Becker Aviation for Military Training Business
2017
MOU with Defence SA
2017
Developed training plans internationally
2018
Partnership with US adversary air prime contractor provide training for combat air forces.
2019
Bid for Commonwealth of Australia FA- 18’s.
2020
Partnership with M1 engineering services in US.
2021
Develop international resources for fast jet training.
