# Sharp Airlines > Sharp Airlines is an Australian regional airline operating scheduled passenger flights, FIFO workforce transfers, freight, and charter services across Bass Strait and regional Australia (including Flinders Island, King Island, Melbourne Essendon, Launceston, and Burnie). ## Key Links & Contact Information - **Official Website:** https://sharpairlines.com.au/ - **Flight Bookings & Portal:** https://booking.sharpairlines.com/ - **Reservations & General Enquiries:** 1300 55 66 94 | reservations@sharpairlines.com.au (Mon-Fri: 8:00am-5:00pm) - **Urgent After-Hours (Cancellations Only):** +61 3 6714 144 - **Essendon Airport Freight Office:** +61 3 7051 4594 | essendon@sharpairlines.com.au --- ## Operations & Fleet - **Fleet:** Fairchild Swearingen Metroliner aircraft (optimized for regional airfields, short runways, and high reliability in variable weather). - **Core Services:** Scheduled Regional Passenger Flights, Fly-In Fly-Out (FIFO) Workforce Charters, Regional Air Freight, Specialist Aviation (Aerial Surveys, Fire Spotting, Emergency Transfers), and Holiday Packages. --- ## Flight Destinations & Holiday Packages Sharp Airlines connects mainland Australia with the Bass Strait islands: - **Flinders Island (Tasmania):** Direct flights from Melbourne (Essendon) and Launceston (~1 hour). Packages include flights, car hire, and studio/cabin accommodations. - **King Island (Tasmania):** Direct flights from Launceston and Burnie (Wynyard). Specialized packages available for golf tours (Cape Wickham & Ocean Dunes) and local food produce tours. --- ## Passenger Travel Information & Rules ### Airport & Boarding - **Check-In Requirement:** Arrive at the airport at least **60 minutes prior to departure**. Check-in closes **30 minutes prior**. - **Identification:** Valid photo ID is required at check-in. E-tickets do not need to be printed. - **Boarding:** Outdoor boarding via aircraft stairs. No overhead lockers; carry-on items must fit under the seat in front. ### Baggage Allowances & Rules - **Standard Luggage Allowance:** 15 kg checked baggage + 6 kg carry-on (Total: 21 kg per paying passenger). - **International Connecting Allowance:** Up to 30 kg total allowance matched upon presenting proof of international travel at check-in (subject to flight capacity). - **Item Weight & Limits:** Single items must not exceed 30 kg. Max item dimensions: 750mm x 450mm x 500mm (standard) or 2300mm x 450mm x 2300mm (elongated). - **Excess Luggage Fees:** Charged per extra kg (subject to load capacity, non-prepurchasable): - Melbourne (Essendon) ↔ Flinders / King Island: $7.05 / kg - Launceston ↔ King Island / Wynyard ↔ King Island: $7.05 / kg - Launceston ↔ Flinders Island: $6.22 / kg ### Sporting Equipment & Special Items - **Golf Clubs:** Included within standard 21 kg allowance. - **Surfboards:** Max dimensions 2300mm x 450mm x 2300mm (fins removed). Excess weight fees apply if total luggage exceeds 21 kg. - **Bicycles:** Must be packed in a proper bike box/bag (front wheel, handlebars, pedals, seat removed; tires deflated). Fee: $83.34 each way (max 23 kg, max 2 bikes per flight). Cannot be counted as standard baggage allowance. - **Firearms & Ammunition:** Firearms must have bolts removed, trigger locks installed, and be carried in a locked hard case with a valid firearms license. Ammunition max 5 kg (securely packed). Approval required prior to flight. --- ## Special Assistance & Family Travel ### Medical Conditions & Pregnancy - **Medical Conditions:** Bookings requiring medical assistance or oxygen must be made through Reservations. A Medical Certificate of Fitness to Travel may be required. - **Pregnancy:** - Routine single pregnancies permitted up to end of week 36. - From week 28 onwards, a letter/certificate from a doctor/midwife is mandatory. - Travel within 7 days of delivery requires medical clearance. - Newborns cannot fly within 48 hours of birth; clearance required between 3-7 days. ### Children & Unaccompanied Minors - **Infants (<24 months):** Fly free on an adult's lap. Complimentary 10 kg baggage allowance for stroller/car seat/cot (subject to space). Proof of age required at check-in. - **Unaccompanied Minors (Ages 5-12):** Bookings must be made via Reservations with a completed Unaccompanied Minor Form. Photo ID required at drop-off and pickup. (Children under 5 cannot travel unaccompanied). --- ## Pet Travel Policy Pets travel in RSPCA-approved hard containers in cargo. - **Tasmania Biosecurity:** Dogs entering Tasmania/Bass Strait islands from Victoria require a veterinary certificate showing treatment for hydatid tapeworm. - **Pet Fares (Per Sector):** - **1 to 10 kg (PP-20 Crate):** $76.21 ($57.16 for Launceston-Flinders) - **10 to 30 kg (PP-50 Crate):** $133.37 ($82.56 for Launceston-Flinders) - **31 kg to 40 kg (PP-70 Crate):** $266.73 ($158.77 for Launceston-Flinders) - **Crate Hire Fee:** $57.16 one way --- ## Fare Conditions & Cancellation Policies | Fare Type | Payment | Changes & Swaps | Refunds & Credits | | :--- | :--- | :--- | :--- | | **Tas Flex** | Immediate (or 2-hr hold) | Free up to 24 hours prior to departure | Full refund/credit if cancelled ≥24 hours prior | | **Tas Promo** | Immediate | $100 fee + fare difference (≥24 hrs prior). No name changes. | Non-refundable. Held in credit less $100 fee if cancelled ≥24 hrs prior. | | **JustGo (G)** | Immediate | $38.50 fee + fare difference (≥48 hrs prior). No name changes. | Held in credit less $38.50 fee if cancelled ≥48 hrs prior. | *\*Note: No-shows or cancellations made after the cutoff time result in total fare forfeiture. Credit card surcharges apply.* --- ## Freight & Corporate Aviation - **Air Freight Logistics:** Over 1 million kg moved annually. Transporting time-critical spare parts, seafood, fresh produce, medical supplies, and industrial cargo across regional networks. - **FIFO & Workforce Charters:** Tailored operations supporting resource, oil & gas, and infrastructure sectors with security screening, DAMP testing, and identity verification integration. - **Specialist Aviation:** Aerial surveys, fire spotting, emergency disaster management crew transfers, and environmental observation flights.