Austrian Air Force
About Us
Welcome to Austrian Air Force®!
My story began with a childhood dream. Even as a small boy, I was fascinated by helicopters and knew that one day I would become a pilot.
My name is Stefan Auer. I was born in Werfenweng, in the Austrian state of Salzburg, and I am the managing director of Austrian Air Force® Aeronautical Fashion.
My path into the cockpit was not easy. As the third of four children, I grew up in a hospitality business that offered the opportunity to take over my parents' business. But my heart beat for aviation!
Initially, I decided to learn the profession of toolmaker and machine fitter at Emco in Hallein. After my military service in the Schwarzenberg barracks, I became a non-commissioned officer and trainer. But the dream of flying always remained in my head. Since flight training costs a lot of money, I left the army to earn the capital I needed as a technician abroad.
In 2003 my dream became reality! I started my private helicopter training in Graz.
My path into military aviation began in 2006 with the selection process, followed by helicopter training in Langenlebarn. In 2009, I moved to Hörsching, where I flew the AB 212 in Austria and abroad until 2017.
Another milestone in my flying career came in 2017, when I joined ÖAMTC Air Rescue. Since then, I have served as one of its “Yellow Angels”.
As a part-time job and together with my partner, I founded a textile company in 2008, which to this day supplies various companies and public institutions throughout Austria with textiles and promotional items.
The Brand Austrian Air Force®, which we have protected across Europe, was created in 2016. Our company grew continuously over the years and in 2020 we were able to open our new company building, which is south of the Runway 08/26 Airbase Zeltweg.
Become part of our story and discover the Austrian Air Force collection. Every piece reflects the passion and commitment of a former military pilot. Together, we can celebrate the spirit of Austrian military aviation and wear it with pride.
Thank you for being part of our journey!
Your Austrian Air Force® Team
Stefan Auer & Petra Rinössl
