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S.A.F.E. Structure Designs is the global leader in custom-built maintenance platforms that understands the unique challenges associated with accessing all areas of an aircraft. The custom-built designs ensure functional work-flows, safe access and fall protection. Exclusive features also address fatigue related issues with comfort padding, and ergonomic accessories to prevent FOD. S.A.F.E. supports helicopter tour operations with maintenance stands that can provide …
GPMS is a rotorcraft health monitoring company with a next generation, predictive HUMS called “Foresight”. Foresight pairs onboard sensor and avionics data with cloud based software to deliver a Rotor Track and Balance solution at the end of every flight; Component and Engine monitoring with predictive Remaining Useful Life estimates for all drives, shafts, and bearings; and Flight Data Monitoring …
Elling B. Halvorson, founder and chairman of the board of Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters in Boulder City, Nevada, died Apr. 16, 2020, at the age of 88. With the opening of his helicopter tour company in 1965, he is credited with creating the site-specific helicopter tourism sector. Elling was born in St. Paul, Minnesota, on Jan. 2, 1932. His father …
“The Aviation Weather Camera Program Office is pleased to announce the availability of the AVCAMSPlus web site for public testing and feedback. AVCAMSPlus represents the next generation of our legacy web site which incorporates camera images and weather information, along with additional data sets (where available) such as airport diagrams, chart supplements, and approach and departure procedures. The Aviation Weather …
Tour Operators Program of Safety (TOPS) is changing its membership program to include a much broader segment of operators than just its traditional part 135 rotorcraft base, in an effort to raise the level of safety among air tour operators. The expansion of the program has been coined the “Rising Tide Program” as a reflection of its inclusive nature. “The …
The Tour Operators Program of Safety (TOPS) announces a new membership structure that includes all types of air tour operators. Although the TOPS’ standard of safety will be maintained, TOPS membership is available to Part 135 operators who are able to demonstrate an equivalent level of safety in areas where they do not meet the full standard. TOPS is also …
TOPS will hold a General Membership Meeting at Heli-Expo on Monday January 27, 2020 in Room 303B in the Anaheim Convention Center.
Coastal Helicopters started in 1988 as a utility and industrial support operation but has expanded operations significantly over the years. Today they conduct air tours to some of the most picturesque and awe-inspiring landscapes this planet has to offer with signature tours into the Juneau ice fields and a dog-sled experience on the Herbert Glacier. The tour operation consists of …
The Tour Operators Program of Safety (TOPS) will exhibit at Heli-Expo 2020 in Anaheim, California. TOPS will operate booth L1 in the HAI Safety Zone The Safety Zone will be located in the Convention Center lobby near the Main Entrance to the Exhibit Hall. We will be talking about aviation safety, current challenges faced by the Air Tour industry and also …
With over four decades in the helicopter industry and clocking in around 14,000 flying hours, whilst holding positions as a Pilot, Chief Pilot, Founder, Manager, Business Developer to Director, it’s fair to say that Stan Rose, Executive Director of TOPS, has a fair amount of experience under his belt. Let’s not forget to mention his volunteering experience and board positions, …
