Students who take this course will benefit from Heliflight s experience as the largest aerial crane operator in South Florida. The training starts with precision hoverpractice, using a technique called vertical reference . Then, light loads will be lifted on a short cable, followed by heavier loads on longer cables. Normal and emergency procedures are covered for class A, B and C external loads. Students enrolled in this course are often able to come along as ground support crew on actual lift operations.
Advanced training is available upon completion of the basic course.
Training can be tailored to meet a students particular needs, and can include long line and Bambi Bucket operations. Training is normally conducted in the Bell JetRanger but is also available in the Sikorsky S-58 .