Ensuring the highways and byways of the United States are well-illuminated is a task that cannot be postponed due to the obvious safety implications. Roadside and highway light pole installation has always been a tedious job that needs to be done as quickly as possible, sometimes requiring a bit of unusual innovation. This was precisely the case in West Virginia, …
Helicopters are versatile aircraft, with the ability to hover, lift, and maneuver in ways that cranes and fixed-wing aircraft cannot. They were perfectly designed to change the construction industry, specifically with rooftop construction. The most common projects that helicopters are ideal for are the removal or installation of HVAC units. These heavy, large pieces of hardware are typically in hard …
FairLifts is the industry leader in the arrangement of offshore helicopter support services across the state of Alaska and beyond. With an extensive global network of operators and variety in single or double engined fleet capabilities, FairLifts can mobilize helicopter support anywhere at anytime. From logistical transport of crews to offshore or remote communication destinations, in the movement of repair …
Helicopters Save Thirsty Cows Swiss army helicopters in Rossiniere, Switzerland, began airlifting water by earlier this month to several thousand thirsty cows enduring the heatwave and drought that affected much of Europe. The roughly 40,000 cows that graze during the summer in pastures high above the Vaud Canton in western Switzerland</strong consumer as much as 40 gallons of water a …
Kosmos makes a big splash with purchase of major Gulf of Mexico oil rigs Kosmos recently announced the purchase of Deep Gulf Energy in the Gulf of Mexico for $1.225 billion. The purchase is subject to regulatory approval and closing conditions, but Kosmos expects the deal to be finalized in September. The purchase allows Kosmos to immediately launch into deepwater …
In today’s competitive business landscape, especially in bustling metropolitan areas, establishing your company’s presence is crucial. One highly effective way to stand out is by using heavy-lift helicopter services to install high-visibility signage featuring your company’s name or logo. These large, dynamic signs not only reinforce brand recognition but also capture the attention of pedestrians and drivers, leaving a lasting …
Have you ever wondered how large utility installments or objects end up on top of high rise buildings and high altitude structures? When you drive past construction or worksite, you have probably noticed large vehicles and equipment, even a huge crane with the length of it extended into the sky several feet. Sometimes the cranes have been erected to reach …
It now seems likely that the U.S. government will review and purchase a new helicopter, designed to transport heavy cargo on behalf of the Marine Corps, in a program said to be worth as much as $29 million, from Lockheed Martin Corp. According to the same source, the helicopters will cost $144 million each, an additional 4 percent more than …