About XPLORE Aviation

Proven through operation. Since 2002, XPLORE Aviation has grown from a single Air Tractor into a specialised aviation operator managing and operating more than 40 purpose-built aircraft.

Our growth has been guided by a simple principle: match capable aircraft with disciplined operations, strong engineering support and the determination to deliver in demanding environments.

About XPLORE Aviation

Proven through operation. Since 2002, XPLORE Aviation has grown from a single Air Tractor into a specialised aviation operator managing and operating more than 40 purpose-built aircraft.

Our growth has been guided by a simple principle: match capable aircraft with disciplined operations, strong engineering support and the determination to deliver in demanding environments.

More Than Two Decades Of Purposeful Growth

XPLORE Aviation was born from a passion for aviation, a spirit of adventure and a drive to discover new frontiers. The business began with one Air Tractor and expanded steadily as its operational capability, fleet and international reach developed.

Today, the fleet includes Cessna Caravan variants, Air Tractor aircraft, the PAC 750 XL, Piper Cheyenne aircraft and Thrush agricultural aircraft. This diversity allows XPLORE Aviation to support a growing range of specialised aviation applications while retaining the technical understanding and fleet discipline required for reliable deployment.

What Makes XPLORE Different

01

An Integrated Operational And Financial Model

02

In-House Maintenance And Avionics Capability

03

Purpose-Built Sensor And Specialist Equipment Integration

04

Experience Deploying And Sustaining Remote Operations With Limited Ground Infrastructure

05

A fleet strategy centred on practical operational requirements.

06

A Long-Term International Growth Plan Across Aircraft, Services And Geographies

Our Mission

To Become The Reference In Specialised Aviation By Building A Global, Efficient And Technically Advanced Platform That Delivers Reliable Aircraft, Engineering And Operational Capability.

Strategic Direction

Over the next five to ten years, XPLORE plans to expand beyond fixed-wing aircraft into helicopters and drones, develop adjacent services including firefighting, agricultural aviation, remote logistics, geospatial surface mapping and aircraft sales.

Selective acquisitions may support this growth where they strengthen the platform.

Establish a broader
presence across :

  • Southern Africa

  • Middle East

  • Europe

  • North Africa

  • Latin America

Our Values

Innovation

We pursue better aircraft, equipment and operating solutions for specialised aviation applications.

Precision

We value technical accuracy, disciplined planning and careful execution.

Efficiency

We align aircraft, engineering and commercial structures around the real operational requirement.

Reliability

We build operations around dependable aircraft, support and accountability.

Safety

We place sound aviation practice and responsible decision-making at the centre of delivery.

Exploration

We retain the curiosity and ambition that inspired the company’s beginning.

Meet Our Team

XPLORE is led by a team combining aviation operations, finance, engineering, business development and regional market experience.

Andres Blanco

Non-Executive Chairman

Joaquin Lopez

Deputy Managing Director
and Chief Financial Officer

Simon Bosch

Chief Executive Officer

TBA

VP Business Development

Jacques Hollander

Managing Director,
South Africa

Kieran Bloom

Managing Director,
Australia

Lesley Minty

Managing Director,
Canada

Dean Oystreck

Managing Director,
United States

Andres Mor

Managing Director,
Latin America

Andres Blanco

Non-Executive Chairman

Simon Bosch

Chief Executive Officer

Joaquin Lopez

Deputy Managing Director
and Chief Financial Officer

TBA

VP Business Development

Jacques Hollander

Managing Director,
South Africa

Kieran Bloom

Managing Director,
Australia

Lesley Minty

Managing Director,
Canada

Dean Oystreck

Managing Director,
United States

Andres Mor

Managing Director,
Latin America