Helicopter lifting

Helicopter lifting: an efficient solution

Helicopter lifting is an efficient way to move objects to places that are hard to reach, or where no other lifting method is possible. It begins with careful planning: the weight and the dimensions of the load are worked out in order to choose the right helicopter type. Safety procedures are strict, covering both attachment and monitoring throughout the flight, so that the load and everything around it stay safe. That includes one-off jobs such as lifting a hot tub into a back garden, or pouring concrete on a construction project where conventional methods will not reach.

What a helicopter lift costs

The price of a helicopter lift depends on several things:

• Weight and size of the load: heavier and larger objects such as hot tubs and concrete need larger helicopters, which generally cost more to operate.
• Distance and flight time: longer distances and longer flights cost more, through fuel burn and operating hours.
• Complexity: particular permits and safety measures may be needed depending on the nature of the load and the destination, and that affects the price. This matters especially on concrete pours, where precision and timing are critical.

Every helicopter lift is different, so we quote against what the job actually needs.

Hiring a helicopter for a lift

Hiring a helicopter from us for a lifting job is straightforward. Tell us about the load, the destination and the date you want, and we will recommend the right helicopter for it. Not every helicopter suits every kind of lift, and that choice is what makes the operation safe and efficient.

What we need from you

If you are hiring a helicopter for a lift, there are two things to prepare:

• Permits: depending on the load and the destination, particular permits may be required, and these are usually the customer’s to apply for.
• Site preparation: making sure the lifting site is clear of obstructions and safe for both the lift and the helicopter.

Understanding each project on its own terms is how we deliver work that meets what the customer expected, and then some. We are used to handling complex lifts such as hot tubs and concrete pours, where precision and experience decide the outcome. Want to see more of what helicopters are used for? Read about transporting building materials by helicopter – from hot tubs to concrete pours – or how we handle heavy lifting from the ground with a crane truck in Stockholm.