Blowing Snow

Whiteout caused by blowing snow is always a concern for helicopter pilots flying in the winter. We practice working in blowing snow with our students so they are aware of the techniques available to minimize the risks.        R44 rotorwash picking...

Blueridge Operations

Rotorworks students were out at the Blueridge Facility last week to work off the airport. Everyone pitched in to clear the helipads so they could be used for landings.   The R22 and Dan’s R44 were practicing confined areas in the Blueridge area, and...

Helicopter Maintenance

Rotorworks has the helicopter maintenance completed with a Contract AMO (Aircraft Maintenance Organization). Our AMO is Northwest Helicopter Services Inc and it is run by Darcy Cornock. Northwest Helicopter Services is on the Whitecourt Airport and when we have our...

Winter Operations and Christmas 2012

Rotorworks was back out at our Bush Operations Facility in November and December for some flying. We spent a few days out in the snow simulating an operational work-site.   The students enjoyed the different setting from the Whitecourt environment.  ...