Aussie Group Flights Team - Scenic Heli: Saltwater Shadows

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:crocodile: Saltwater Shadows — NT Crocodile Patrol

Aircraft: H125 / H160 / Cabri G2 / Bell 407 Route: YPDN Darwin → Mangrove Flats → Adelaide River → Mary River Wetlands → South Alligator River → YJAB Jabiru Distance: ~119 NM Region: Northern Territory, Australia Theme: Mangroves • Floodplains • Wetlands Wildlife: Saltwater Crocodiles (Confirmed)

Mission Overview

A low‑and‑slow heli patrol through the Northern Territory’s crocodile heartland. Depart Darwin International and trace the mangrove coastline eastward, following the tidal flats and river bends where saltwater crocs bask on muddy banks. Continue inland across the Adelaide and Mary River floodplains, then push toward Kakadu’s South Alligator River before landing at Jabiru. Expect dense vegetation, humid haze, and wildlife lurking just below the surface.

Recommended Flight Profile

  • Altitude: 100–200 ft AGL
  • Speed: 20–40 knots
  • Visibility: Best along muddy shores and shallow water edges
  • Formation: Tight group spacing for synchronized fauna spawns

Operational Notes

  • Crocodiles are small and low‑contrast — hover slowly and scan riverbanks.
  • Avoid high passes; fauna despawns above ~300 ft AGL.
  • Maintain cinematic spacing for screenshots and group immersion.
  • Weather preset: Scattered Clouds, late afternoon light enhances reflections.

Objective

Spot and photograph at least one crocodile per zone. Confirm sightings via group voice callouts. Complete the patrol with a full landing at YJAB Jabiru.

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PLEASE NOTE: THIS INFORMATION IS FOR FLIGHT SIMULATION USE ONLY.

Regards, Paul

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Event: Scenic Heli - Saltwater Shadows
Sim: MSFS2024
Aircraft: Your favourite helicopter
Speed: 110knots
Server: South East Asia
Sim Time: 8:00am
Route: See attached flight plan
Alt: Up to 2,000' to be clear of terrain
When:  Wednesday 22nd April
Start: 19:00z
Duration: 1hr 30mins

Take Off from Darwin(YPDN)
Track 029 deg to Darwin Mangrove Flats(WP1) 4.5nm
Scan the area for Crocs. Report any sightings. Secure your award badge with a pic.
Track 122 deg to Adelaide River(WP2) 32nm
Scan the area for Crocks. Report any sightings. Secure your award badge with a pic.
Track 103 deg to Mary River Wetlands(WP3) 18.2nm
Scan the area for Crocs. Report any sightings. Secure your award badge with a pic.
Full Stop Landing by Mary River Wetlands(WP3) +++ 10min break +++
Take off from Mary River Wetlands(WP3)
Track 063 deg to South Alligator River(WP4) 47nm
Scan the area for Crocs. Report any sightings. Secure your award badge with a pic.
Track 115 deg to Jabiru(YJAB) 33nm
Full Stop Landing at Jabiru(YJAB)

Airport Details:
 
Darwin(YPDN)
Elev: 92’
RW 11/29 Asphalt 11,005'
RW 18/36 Bituminous 4,994'

Jabiru(YJAB)
Elev: 77'
RW 09/27 Asphalt 4,589'
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Flight plans to support the event …

Little NavMap:
VFR Darwin Intl (YPDN) to Jabiru (YJAB).lnmpln (2.0 KB)

MSFS2024:
VFR Darwin Intl (YPDN) to Jabiru (YJAB).pln (1.7 KB)

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