Helicopter lifting capacity has been a pivotal factor in the development of rotorcraft, enabling tasks ranging from military logistics to disaster relief. Take a closer look at the most powerful helicopters ever built, their unmatched lifting capabilities, and the dependable aircraft leading in heavy-lift operations. The Pinnacle of Lifting Power: Mil V-12 and Mi-26 Mil V-12: The Giant That Set …
Prefab equipment shelter helicopter lifts demand precision, power, and specialized aerial expertise. On February 1, 2025, Fair Lifts successfully executed such a project in Skowhegan, Maine, partnering with Management and Construction Solutions, Inc. (MACS) to position large prefabricated shelter components at 1329 Waterville Rd, Skowhegan, ME 04976. This turnkey operation involved transporting and placing two prefab shelter frames, each split …
On February 1, 2025, Fair Lifts successfully executed a challenging drill rig heavy-lift and crew transport operation on Conn Island in the Potomac River, Maryland, enabling geotechnical firm 7NT to conduct critical subsurface investigations in an otherwise inaccessible location. The project highlighted our team’s ability to transform logistical obstacles into seamless aerial solutions. The Challenge: A Site With No Traditional Access Conn Island—a rugged, boulder-strewn landmass …
Fair Lifts Helicopter Services successfully completed an RTU (Roof Top Unit) Equipment & Materials helicopter lift at Melbourne Orlando International Airport for our valued client, Precision Mechanical. This project highlights the unique advantages of helicopter solutions when traditional crane methods are restricted, showcasing our expertise in overcoming complex logistical challenges. Project Overview and Execution On January 27th, 2025, at 7:30 …
When it comes to construction materials heavy lift projects in remote or challenging terrain, Fair Lifts Helicopter Services delivers precision, efficiency, and expert consultation. This was evident in our recent project with M.E. Tafoya, a respected construction company that primarily specializes in roofing and crane services. They required a reliable aerial solution to replace an 800-foot-long sidewalk at an FAA …
Fair Lifts Helicopter Services recently partnered with Maxwell Roofing & Sheet Metal, Inc. to successfully complete an external load helicopter lift for a complex high-rise reroofing project at 511 Union St, Nashville, TN. This project presented significant logistical challenges, requiring precision, expertise, and the right equipment to get the job done efficiently and safely. High-Rise Reroofing at First Horizon Building The …
The Evolution and Impact of Heli-Logging Helicopter logging, also known as heli-logging, emerged as a solution to the environmental and logistical challenges posed by traditional ground-based timber harvesting. The practice gained traction in the 1970s when advancements in helicopter technology made aerial extraction both feasible and cost-effective. Initially used in remote forests of British Columbia and the Pacific Northwest, helicopter …
Fair Lifts Helicopter Services partnered with CFR Mechanical to deliver an innovative solution for a logistical challenge involving a 52-unit warehouse in Glendale, AZ. The warehouse units, each weighing up to 2,500 lbs, required precise, efficient handling that traditional ground-based methods couldn’t provide. Fair Lifts executed the project using a BELL UH-1H helicopter, demonstrating the power of aerial logistics to …
In the early hours of a Friday morning, a distress call echoed across the waters near the Shackleford Banks Marine Protected Area in North Carolina. The fishing vessel Tamara Alane had run aground, disabled due to fuel issues. With the crew safely rescued by the Coast Guard, a new challenge emerged: the vessel carried an estimated 7,000 gallons of fuel, …
As pioneers in the field, we at Fair Lifts understand the significant cost-effectiveness of helicopter services in modern construction projects. While helicopters were once seen as a luxury in construction, they’re now recognized as a practical and economical solution for many challenges that construction projects face. Helicopters Vs. Traditional Methods Traditional construction methods often involve costly ground transportation, labor-intensive processes, …