Increasing safety and efficiency in transmission line construction is a critical challenge faced by utility companies worldwide. Helicopters, with their unique capabilities, have emerged as a transformative solution, providing a paradigm shift in how these construction projects are managed and executed. This article delves into the integral role helicopters play in improving safety and streamlining operations in transmission line construction. …
Power line marker balls are one of those things that most people probably don’t think about too much, but the FAA certainly does. Since the 1950’s the flight regulation agency has been instructing electrical utility companies to ensure that their electrical lines in sensitive areas have these colorful marker balls installed on their cross-country lines. These power line safety warning …
A lucky photographer managed to spot something well outside the normal daily air traffic of birds and high-flying passenger planes this past Wednesday afternoon. It started with an unexpected but fantastically loud noise that prompted a closer look. Bird photographer Dustin Kvammen was trying to capture eagles on camera on October 6th when all the nearby birds suddenly departed. This happened …
Since this past Monday, the New York Power Authority (NYPA) has been using helicopters to handle power transmission line improvement work. The project covers power lines stretching across 50 miles of landscape in and around the towns of Cicero, Clay, Bridgeport, Chittenango, Canastota, Verona, Durhamville, Rome, Westmoreland, Whitestown, and Marcy. This aerial installation assignment is part of the NYPA’S Communications Backbone …
If you spot helicopters flying unusually low this Monday, there’s no cause for alarm. ITC (Independent Transmission Company) officials will be conducting aerial inspections of high-voltage transmission towers to assess their condition and identify potential electrical issues. These helicopters will fly as low as 30 to 40 feet above the power lines, enabling crews to thoroughly inspect for damage caused …