ROTAK Helicopter Services

ROTAK Helicopter Services is a heavy lift helicopter operator based in Anchorage, Alaska. Founded in 2016, the company serves clients throughout the United States and beyond, offering aerial support for a variety of industries. It operates two main bases, one in Anchorage supporting remote work in Alaska, and another in Dayton, Nevada, focusing on wildfire response and powerline construction in the continental U.S.

The company specializes in external load operations using a fleet that includes CH-47D Chinook helicopters and K-MAX helicopters. The CH-47D can lift up to 26,000 pounds and is modified for external load missions with twin T55-GA-714 engines. The K-MAX helicopter is designed for precision external loads and can lift up to 6,000 pounds efficiently with a single engine and counter rotating rotors.

ROTAK provides services in powerline construction, external load long-line work, fire suppression using Helitak tanks, remote tower support, mining operations such as moving drill rigs and pumps, oil and gas industry support, and disaster relief missions. Their approach involves strategic planning to optimize payloads and reduce downtime for each mission.

The company has earned important certifications including FAA Part 133, 135, and 137 certificates and is registered as an IS-BAO Stage 3 operator. It has a strong safety record and maintains a 24/7 staffed phone line to support client needs. Their aircraft are described as among the largest, fastest, and safest in the nation with pilot comfort modifications for long missions.

ROTAK has participated in notable projects such as wildfire suppression across the western U.S., disaster relief efforts in Puerto Rico, and remote infrastructure support including telecom and mining towers. Their services extend to support complex resource deployment where ground access is limited or impossible, lending flexibility to various heavy lift and precision aerial jobs.

With experience in harsh environments including Alaska and Antarctica, ROTAK Helicopter Services combines powerful helicopter capabilities with extensive operational experience. Their client base includes utility companies, mining operations, government agencies, and emergency response organizations.

The company emphasizes fuel efficiency, safety, and reliability in all missions. Their fleet modifications improve pilot control during heavy lift tasks, making ROTAK well suited for demanding and repetitive external load operations in remote and challenging locations.

Services

• Powerline construction
• External load long-line work
• Fire suppression
• Remote tower support
• Mining support
• Oil and gas support
• Disaster relief