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FAA certifies Airbus H125 IFR capability

FAA Certifies Airbus H125 for IFR Operations: A New Era in Helicopter Versatility

News - Technology

The Airbus H125 helicopter has achieved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification for Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) operations, marking a significant milestone in the rotorcraft industry. This approval broadens the H125’s operational capabilities, enabling it to undertake missions in a wider array of weather conditions. Understanding IFR Certification Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) are regulations that allow pilots to operate aircraft in …

Four Winds Casino HVAC Helicopter Lift

HVAC Helicopter Lift Project for Four Winds Casino by Fair Lifts Helicopter Services

Fair Lifts Projects - Helicopter Lift Jobs - Lifts

Fair Lifts Helicopter Services recently completed a complex HVAC helicopter lift for Four Winds Casino, located at 11111 Wilson Road, New Buffalo, MI. This project highlighted Fair Lifts’ expertise in precision aerial crane services, particularly in challenging rooftop equipment replacements. Utilizing a Sikorsky S-64E helicopter, Fair Lifts ensured the efficient, safe, and timely replacement of rooftop HVAC units, meeting critical …

A low-flying helicopter is spraying insecticide on an avocado orchard

Helicopter Spraying: Efficient Aerial Application for Agriculture & Beyond

Agricultural

Helicopter Spraying: Delivering Solutions from the Sky Helicopter spraying is an aerial application method that uses specially equipped helicopters to distribute liquid solutions—such as fertilizers, pesticides, herbicides, and other treatments—over large areas. This technique is particularly valuable in industries like agriculture, forestry, pest control, and industrial operations, where speed, precision, and accessibility are critical. By leveraging the unique capabilities of …

Agusta AW109

Choosing the Right Helicopter for Your Needs

Helicopter Services

Helicopters are versatile machines, capable of performing a wide range of tasks. From agricultural spraying to offshore operations, the choice of the right helicopter can significantly impact the efficiency, cost, and success of the mission. At Fair Lifts Helicopter Services, we pride ourselves on offering a diverse range of services tailored to meet specific needs. This guide will delve deeper …

A lineman, suspended mid-air in a helicopter work platform is repairing a high-voltage power line situated in a rural area.

How to Become a Helicopter Lineman

Transmission Lines

Helicopter linemen are a unique subset of the lineman profession, performing their duties from the skies rather than the ground. This specialized role demands a unique skill set and training, offering a distinct set of challenges and rewards. In this article, we’ll guide you through the steps to becoming a helicopter lineman. Role and Responsibilities of a Helicopter Lineman Helicopter …

Fair Lifts Helicopter Services Successfully Installs Emergency Generator at McCormick Building

Helicopter Lift Project: Fair Lifts Installs Emergency Generator at Boston’s McCormack Building

Fair Lifts Projects - Lifts

As a premier provider of specialized helicopter services, Fair Lifts has once again demonstrated its expertise and commitment to excellence. Our team completed a highly complex and significant helicopter lift project in Boston, involving the installation of an Emergency Back Up Generator at the McCormack building, a crucial hub for Boston’s emergency services. The generator, with a total weight of …

Telecommunications Tower

Key Considerations When Hiring Helicopter Services for Tower Projects

Tower Construction

When embarking on a project that involves the construction, maintenance, or upgrade of tall towers, one of the crucial aspects to consider is the hiring of helicopter services. These services play a pivotal role in ensuring efficient, safe, and cost-effective operations. However, there are numerous key considerations to keep in mind when hiring helicopter services for your tower projects. Let’s …

Helicopter Medevac Rescue and Firefighting Efforts Expand in California’s Battle Against Wildfires

Firefighting - Helicopter Services

Helicopter medevac rescue and aerial firefighting helicopters are playing a crucial role as California faces some of the most destructive wildfires in its history. Prolonged droughts and extreme summer temperatures have only intensified the crisis, with two of the state’s largest wildfires in 2021 alone scorching over a million acres and threatening communities, including Lake Tahoe. Exhausted Fire Crews and …

Helicopter Medevac Rescue Hauls Badly Injured Hiker From Remote NY Mountain Peak

Emergency - Helicopter Services - Search And Rescue

Helicopter medevac rescue services are crucial for extracting injured individuals from remote locations where ground rescue is too slow or dangerous. This was the case on Saturday, September 23, when a hiker suffered a severe upper leg injury while trekking on Algonquin Peak, the second-highest mountain in New York State. Rescue Effort on Algonquin Peak Located within the vast Adirondack …

As California Burns, War Declared on Fires With High-Tech Helicopters

Firefighting - Helicopter Services

Droughts and high temperatures combined in 2021 to cook up what have been some of the most severely intense wildfire years in the state’s history. Despite this, some of California’s emergency services agencies are using technology to declare war on the flames with a fleet of high-tech helicopters. Just two of California’s 2021 fires have already torched away over 1 …