Investment Attraction South Australia

74 Ms BETTISON (Ramsay) (6 June 2018). What is the progress on Investment Attraction SA's assistance to Becker Helicopters proposal to establish a flight training centre at Whyalla?

The Hon. S.S. MARSHALL (Dunstan—Premier): I have been advised by the Minister for Trade, Tourism and Investment that:

Becker Helicopters have commenced their business development activities, with the relocation of their first helicopter pilot and a helicopter to Whyalla. Becker Helicopters have also engaged a contractor for the design of the facilities and have signed a Memorandum of Understanding with TAFE SA to form an ongoing training partnership. Training is expected to commence before 2020.

In accordance with the funding agreement the first instalment has been paid to Becker Helicopters.