Specialist Commercial Helicopter Operations

Commercial Services

Specialised Helicopter Operations

Kaikoura Helicopters is a leader in the provision of a wide range of safe, effective and cost efficient commercial applications using helicopters in the Kaikoura region.

Helicopters provide a unique aerial access solution to a wide variety of difficult-access situations, including:

Aerial sluicing
Fire fighting
Aerial wire and cable stringing
Power line inspection and survey

Construction and industrial lifting
Marine pilot transfers
Orchard and vineyard support
Aerial photography and filming

Event co-ordination
Advertising banner towing
Private/corporate and VIP charters

Key Commercial Operations

Lifting

With a helicopter we can lift heavy items and construction materials up to 1,000kg into difficult-access locations.

Lifting

Lines Inspections

Our helicopters provide access for lines-people to inspect power and overhead lines, and can hoist equipment for line repairs and maintenance.

Lines Inspections

Wire Stringing and Lifting

We have a wealth of experience in wire stringing operations in all types of terrain. We have a purpose built wire stringer capable of taking any size drum within weight considerations.

Wire Stringing and Lifting

Aerial Water Sluicing

Our aerial water sluicing operations include unstable rock removal, land slip clearance and fire-fighting.

Aerial Water Sluicing

Fire Fighting

We are very experienced in providing helicopter support services to fire fighting operations including remote locations and mountainous terrain.

Fire Fighting

Remote Access

We help with accessing remote locations safely and efficiently for equipment maintenance, supply drops and inspections.

Remote Access

You're In Safe Hands

Kaikoura Helicopters is owned and operated by GCH Aviation, which has one of the most enviable safety records in helicopter aviation in New Zealand. We are the only company to hold the prestigious Helicopter Association of New Zealand Diamond Safety Award for 30+ years of continuous service without injury or accident to self, passengers or crew. Combined with the vast international experience of our highly-trained CAA Commercial helicopter pilots, regular training, and extensive exposure to extreme terrain, we can ensure your commercial projects are in the best hands.