Helicopter Work Aids

Helicopter Work Aids is a supplier of maintenance tools, fixtures and work aids for helicopters. According to its About Us page, the company has operated since around 1989 and now serves customers worldwide. It is owned and run by three A&P mechanics, Jay LaCaze and his sons Joseph and Allan. Its stated mission is to provide the highest quality helicopter work aids for the lowest prices.

Products

The online shop is organised by manufacturer: HWA Originals, Bell, Sikorsky, MD Helicopters and Airbus Helicopters. Examples listed include:

• Rolls-Royce 250 engine maintenance stand and engine sleds
• 206 and 407 intake plugs and exhaust cover
• 206 main rotor blade tie down
• EC135 tail rotor inspection work aid and transmission hydraulic pump drive seal tools
• Portable hydraulic pump drive unit for 206L, 407, 427 and 429
• Rolls-Royce 250 fuel nozzle wrench and torque adapters
• Remove Before Flight keychains and torque stripe

Background

The owners previously worked for Gulf of Mexico helicopter operators: Jay at Air Logistics and Bristow, Joseph at RLC and Helicopter Express, and Allan at ERA Helicopters. In summer 2022 the company acquired all of the inventory of Helitools, and those items carry part numbers ending in HT. It also fabricates work aids shown in manufacturer manuals for customers who lack the time or equipment to make them.

Company facts

• In operation since around 1989
• Owned by three A&P mechanics
• Acquired the Helitools inventory in 2022
• Sales email: sales@helicopterworkaids.com
• Online ordering through the company shop