Safety Notice for all Operators using Helicopter Spreading Buckets

Safety Notice for all Operators using Helicopter Spreading Buckets

Recently we received feedback from a New Zealand operator who has highlighted a risk factor when operating a helicopter bucket with a spreader bar / coat hanger on a MD 500 series helicopter. Due to the way the mechanical release mechanism is mounted to the helicopter (directly onto the cyclic), we would like to take…

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Hai Heli-Expo in Atlanta, GA, USA: 5-7 March 2019

Hai Heli-Expo in Atlanta, GA, USA: 5-7 March 2019

Earlier this month Richard and Jordan from IMS attended the Hai Heli-Expo held in Atlanta, Georgia, USA alongside US partners and distributors Aerial Mission Solutions (AMS). Hai Heli-Expo 2019 in Atlanta, GA, USA As the largest helicopter tradeshow​ in the world, the Hai Heli-Expo 2019 event was held at the Georgia World Congress Center in…

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Aerial Fire Fighting Europe Conference & Exhibition

Aerial Fire Fighting Europe Conference & Exhibition

The 16th edition of the Aerial Fire Fighting Europe Conference & Exhibition (19-20 March) was jointly attended by Patria Helicopters and IMS at the Base De La Sécurité Civile in Nîmes, France. Aerial Fire Fighting Europe 2019 This prestigious event is the largest in Europe bringing together over 500 aerial firefighting professionals under one roof…

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IMS Calendar of Tradeshows, Expos, Events & Visits for 2019

IMS Calendar of Tradeshows, Expos, Events & Visits for 2019

2019 is gearing up to be an even bigger year than 2018 with a raft of tradeshows, expos and events to attend around the world. Richard and Jordan will also spend the southern hemisphere winter visiting clients throughout New Zealand and Australia. 2019 Key Dates for IMS –––––––––––– Hai Heli-Expo 5-7 March 2019 at the…

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Cloudburst Fire Bucket Product Developments

  • Cloudburst Fire Bucket Product Developments
  • Cloudburst Fire Bucket Product Developments
  • Cloudburst Fire Bucket Product Developments
  • Cloudburst Fire Bucket Product Developments
  • Cloudburst Fire Bucket Product Developments
  • Cloudburst Fire Bucket Product Developments
  • Cloudburst Fire Bucket Product Developments
  • Cloudburst Fire Bucket Product Developments
  • Cloudburst Fire Bucket Product Developments
  • Cloudburst Fire Bucket Product Developments
  • Cloudburst Fire Bucket Product Developments
  • Cloudburst Fire Bucket Product Developments

Throughout the life of the Cloudburst Fire Bucket, which now spans more than a decade, we’ve been continuously striving for innovation and reliability by using the latest technology and methods available to us from many industries around the world. Fire Bucket Training With The San Diego Fire Department On one of our recent trips to…

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On The Road With IMS

On The Road With IMS

IMS sales manager Jordan Salmons recently attended the HAI Firefighting Safety Conference in Boise, Idaho. In early December he’s heading back to the US to set up a joint stand at the NAAA Ag Aviation Expo in Reno, Nevada, with Aerial Mission Solutions & Simplex Aerospace. HAI Firefighting Safety Confernce in Boise, Idaho, USA –…

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Recent Client Deliveries of Helicopter Equipment

Recent Client Deliveries of Helicopter Equipment

Oceania Helicopters / Ground-Effect Spreading Bucket IMS recently delivered a new Ground-Effect Spreading Bucket to Oceania Helicopters. Seen here about to go into action spreading farm inputs across the Bay of Plenty. Heli-Sika Helicopters / Ground-Effect Conveyor Loader IMS recently built and supplied a new Ground-Effect Conveyor Loader to long-term client Heli-Sika Helicopters. The loader…

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Cloudburst Fire Bucket Generates Huge Interest at Helitech International

Cloudburst Fire Bucket Generates Huge Interest at Helitech International

Thanks to our European partners and distributors Patria Helicopters AB (Sweden) the Cloudburst Fire Bucket was well-represented at Helitech International held October 16-18 in Amsterdam. Helitech: Dedicated to the Worldwide Helicopter Industry Helitech International (recently renamed the ‘Vertical Flight Expo & Conference’) is the largest helicopter trade show in Europe dedicated to helicopter products, parts,…

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Otway Helicopters: IMS Long-Term Friends & Loyal Customers

Otway Helicopters: IMS Long-Term Friends & Loyal Customers

Otway Helicopters Pty Ltd is a family owned and operated aerial agriculture spraying, spreading and seeding business based out of Irrewarra, Victoria, Australia. Long-Term Friends & Loyal IMS Customers Since 2010 Owners Rob and Sandy Martin have been long-term friends and loyal customers of IMS for almost a decade after buying their first Ground-Effect Spreading…

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IMS to be represented by Patria Helicopters AB at the Largest Helicopter Trade Show in Europe

IMS to be represented by Patria Helicopters AB at the Largest Helicopter Trade Show in Europe

Helitech International is the largest helicopter trade show in Europe dedicated to helicopter products, parts, accessories and services. The event brings together leading manufacturers, suppliers, buyers and engineers from throughout the industry and from all over the world. Working in association with the European Helicopter Association, Helitech International is an annual event which is held…

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Industry Report: Asia Pacific Aerial Fire Fighting 2018 Conference

Industry Report: Asia Pacific Aerial Fire Fighting 2018 Conference

The Asia Pacific Aerial Fire Fighting 2018 Conference was held at the Novotel Wollongong Northbeach in NSW, Australia 29-30 August. Aerial Fire Fighting Within Asia Pacific Helicopter Industry Thriving The conference saw a fantastic turnout with plenty of inquiries from new and existing clients. It was great to see the industry getting together and showing…

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Heli-Sika Helicopters take delivery of a Ground-Effect Hydra Loader

Heli-Sika Helicopters take delivery of a Ground-Effect Hydra Loader

Heli-Sika Helicopters​ recently took delivery of a Ground-Effect Hydra Loader to keep up with their busy operation in Ardmore, New Zealand. A Much-Valued Addition The loader went straight to work and has proven to be a much-valued addition to Heli-Sika’s operation. With another very wet winter in the north of New Zealand, the busy loader…

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