HELISTREAM

HeliStream is a helicopter operator and flight school based at John Wayne Airport in Costa Mesa, California. It was established in 1982 by two co-owners who were both U.S. Army trained helicopter pilots. They wanted a flight school built on the military's structured training program, with a fleet maintained to the highest FAA standards.

The company says it has more than 30 years of utility helicopter operations. Its work has been for private companies and for state and federal agencies. HeliStream offers Part 135 commercial air charter, including scenic tours, and Part 133 external load operations. Its utility work includes aerial crane work.

HeliStream offers aerial firefighting throughout California and the USA. The website says it operates an exclusive fleet of FAA certified and restricted category aircraft. The company says this gives it maximum operational flexibility in any fire environment.

Other services include aerial photography and film, survey work, and charter rental in Orange County. The website says its photo work uses experienced pilots who are versatile in still, video and 16mm photography. The company also offers heliport management and golf ball drops.

HeliStream sells helicopters and maintains them. Its service department has factory trained mechanics who work full time to keep helicopters in optimum flight safety condition. The website has a helicopter sales page and a fleet page for each aircraft type.

The company runs a helicopter flight training school in California. Training covers primary and advanced pilot training, private, commercial and instrument ratings, and the certified flight instructor course. It also offers actual IMC experience, ATP helicopter training, pilot refresher courses and transition courses.

Specialized training includes external load, high altitude mountain and NVG training. The school accepts foreign students and offers pilot financing. The website includes a safety management section, a photo and video gallery, a job opportunities page and an FAQ. The site also shows a US owned notice.

Services

• Part 135 commercial air charter
• Scenic tours
• Part 133 external load operations
• Aerial firefighting
• Aerial photography and film
• Helicopter sales
• Helicopter maintenance
• Heliport management
• Helicopter flight training
• Advanced pilot training