Services
Slinging/Longline:
In situations where cranes are impractical or too expensive Vision Air Services
has the expertise to organize and coordinate your moving tasks. Whether in remote
or built up areas, we draw on past successes in making a tough move safe, efficient
and value added to our customers. In the past Vision Air Services has moved Satellite
Dishes & Air Conditioners to rooftops, Gravel for septic fields on remote islands,
small boats to fishing camps, Fuel Drums/ Propane Tanks to remote outposts, Generators
to building tops after Huricane Juan for 911 communitcations and packages of construction
supplies to remote islands or locals. Vision Air Services has all the necessary
sling gear, lanyards and netting to further minimize cost to you.
Aerial Application:
Vision Air Services has perfected its spraying regiment with its updated Vision
Nav that effectively paints a real-time picture of a field/cut block on a moving
map display. We have two loading trucks that our helicopters land on to facilitate
quick turnarounds, safety and ease of landing in areas that might not be suitable.
Vision Air prides itself on our quality control while spraying along with safety
and environmental stewardship. Click
here to view our flyer.
Film/Photography:
Vision Air Services has worked on numerous film and photography projects. From feature
films, tourism, offshore oil, port authorities, government, sports and special events;
Vision Air Services ensures a quality end result for you. As well, we have an ongoing
business relationship with the local source and operator for the Tyler® Nose
and Side mounted Camera. Our helicopters can also be fitted with the WesCam®
(now Pictorvision®) gyroscopically stabilized camera system. Whether your aim
is to get a birds eye view photograph of your home or property from the air, or
meeting deadlines for your film project a quality finished product for you is our
aim. Check out the links section to learn more about these
specialized camera systems.
Fertilizing/Seeding:
Vision Air Services has ongoing contracts with Nova Scotia's Christmas tree growers
to help with their fertilizing regimen. We have a large fibreglass bucket that facilitates
different seed and fertilizer and experienced staff to coordinate these tasks in
the field. Other examples of it’s potential uses would be to spread grass seed over
large, uneven areas or for pipeline use making the land as attractive as possible
again in a efficient and effective manner. Using the helicopter for these tasks
minimizes further ground disturbance adding to the overall value of our services.
Click here to view our flyer.
Fire Suppression/Aerial Ignition/Emergency Support:
Some times one in the same; starting fires to stop advancing forest fires or the
standard water bucketing suppression methods are both within the realm of expertise
for Vision Air Services. We can also help with crew/ equipment movements should
the need arise. Further to this, a single stretcher fitted, Medivac capable machine
can assist with medical emergencies off the beaten track and in situations where
crews could take hours to reach a victim. In the past, Vision Air Services has provided
much needed assistance in situations where there is a threat to life, property and
our natural resources.
Sight Seeing Tours:
One of the most basic and common uses of our helicopters is to give passengers an
unprecedented view of our great province. This could mean anything from taking a
trip over Halifax to see a bustling port city at work or a trip up to the Bay of
Fundy to see how the worlds highest recorded tides have and continue to shape our
landscape. Other flights of interest could be a coastal flight along the Eastern
shore to see the many salt marshes and surf breaks or flying over Peggy's Cove and
viewing the the many beaches, islands and bays that make our province Canada's ocean
playground. We are a flexible charter company, that being said, be creative and
come up with your own heli- adventure and we can advise you on prices, potential
for stops en route and what you can expect to see.
Special Events:
Vision Air Services prides itself on its community involvement. On top of filming
events from the air, we are able to enhance activities at a community event with
helicopter rides. ’Pad Rides’ as they are sometimes called, make for an exciting
addition to any fair, community festival or event. Vision Air Services supplies
the aircraft, facilitates the safe and efficient loading of passengers giving them
an exciting ride or view of the surrounding area. We have worked with the ‘Make
it Happen’ foundation as well, supplying helicopters for it’s ‘golf ball drop’ lottery.
This has been a huge success in the past, raising money for various charities. Please
contact us for more details on how we can help make your event more exciting than
ever.
Welding:
Vision Air Services is currently in the process of obtaining certification for several
types of welding for aerospace applications. We can currently provide customers
with specialized "non- aerospace" welding services. In the past, we have designed,
fabricated and implemented customized solutions for a broad based clientele. All
of our welding is done by Gas Tungsten Arc Welding (TIG) . Our highly skilled welder
has the ability to weld many different materials. His skill set comes from 15 years
in the aerospace industry, running his own custom welding shop as well as his passion
for aviation/ motor sports. If some one tells you it can't be done, please contact
us and we will ensure you hear it from the man first hand. Extreme Precision TIG
Welding is his specialty.