Mark Richard Trotter

Captain Mark Trotter is a seasoned aviation professional with more than 20 years of experience across military and civilian vertical aviation, bringing a rare combination of operational credibility, strategic insight, and infrastructure-focused innovation. A former Naval Officer and Pilot with the Royal New Zealand Navy, Mark served 14 years in military aviation before transitioning to the civilian sector, where he rapidly advanced into senior operational and leadership roles. He holds an Airline Transport Pilot Licence (Helicopter), multi-engine and instrument ratings, and has accumulated over 6,500 flight hours across diverse mission profiles including offshore oil and gas, search and rescue, tourism, VIP and corporate transport, aerial filming, and utility operations. His career is defined by operational versatility and a strong, safety-first mindset. Complementing his flying background, Mark holds academic qualifications in Aviation Management and Information Design, enabling him t