Helicopters are all about making life easier and more convenient. Whether it’s Elon Musk using a helicopter to investigate a potential UK site for a Tesla factory; a rescue team airlifting an injured hiker to hospital; or a construction team transporting parts across difficult terrain, the helicopter is often the fastest, safest and most efficient travel option.
But the management of these assets is anything but easy. With extensive regulations that vary across regions, specialist helicopter crew required in transit, and very different maintenance requirements from fixed-wing aircraft, it’s a niche area. If you don’t have the necessary expertise, it’s very easy to fall into financial and regulatory traps.
This year, we’ve seen the challenge of proper helicopter management compounded by the demands of Covid-19. Here, we share three reasons why helicopter management has never been more valuable.
