Daniel Tyler serves as Special Counsel at CIF Lawyers, incorporating Aviation Lawyers Australia, bringing extensive expertise in succession law, planning, and environment law. Based on the Gold Coast, Daniel leverages his unique background as both an accomplished pilot and a legal expert to provide insightful consultancy, particularly focusing on the niche areas of vertiport design and vertical flight operations. Daniel's career spans almost five decades as a helicopter pilot, including nearly 40 years dedicated to air medical and rescue operations. His transition from active flying to consultancy roles reflects a commitment to advancing the field of aviation through specialised knowledge in heliport design and helicopter operations. As a Managing Director at Heli-Consultants Pty Limited, he has been at the forefront of heliport planning and development since 1981. In addition to his legal practice, Daniel has contributed to academia as a lecturer in domestic and international aviation law at the University of Southern Queensland, enriching the Bachelor of Aviation program with practical insights drawn from his diverse experience. His previous roles include Head of Training and Checking at LifeFlight Australia, where he managed helicopter rescue services training, and serving as a line pilot with the NSW Police Aviation Support Branch. Daniel holds an LLM in Public Law from the University of Technology Sydney, where he studied under esteemed Professor Bin Cheng and conducted research in Heliport Development Law. His foundational legal education culminated in an LLB from the University of Sydney. His dual career in aviation and law positions him uniquely to serve clients with integrated legal and operational insights.
Lecturer and Examiner
University of Southern Queensland
Jul 2021 - Dec 2022 • 1 year 5 months
Special Counsel
CIF Lawyers (incorporating Aviation Lawyers Australia)
Jul 2021 - Present • 5 years 4 months
Freelance Pilot and Consultant
Heli-Consultants Pty Limited
Mar 2019 - Present • 7 years 8 months
Head of Training and Checking
LifeFlight Australia (formerly CareFlight Group Queensland)
Apr 2011 - Mar 2019 • 7 years 11 months
Line Pilot
NSW Police Aviation Support Branch
Dec 2008 - Apr 2011 • 2 years 4 months
Managing Director/Consultant
Jul 1981 - Present • 45 years 4 months
LLM, Public Law
University of Technology Sydney
1990 - 1996
LLB, Law
University of Sydney
1973 - 1976
Last checked: 19 Mar 2026 • Checked with Queensland Law Society
