Tararua Heliwork

Tararua Heliwork is a helicopter company in Pahiatua, in the lower North Island of New Zealand. The company says it represents more than three decades of helicopter services in the region. Its team serves farmers, growers, commercial customers and visitors. The company also runs drone services.

Agricultural work is a core part of the business. The company uses boom, wand and spot spraying, and says its aerial spraying reduces waste and off target drift. Fertiliser spreading and heavy lifting are done with a UH-1H Huey, which is its latest addition. Frost control protects crops when the weather is cold.

Other services include lifting, which can range from bee hives to farm materials. The company also offers transport to any location for any occasion. Its power line work covers replacing poles, surveying lines and stringing new cables. Hunting and fishing drop offs and pickups to favourite spots are also available.

Scenic flights cover the city, Mt Ruapehu, the Bridge to Nowhere and the Whanganui River, with local commentary from pilots. The company also offers weddings and aerial photography. Its specialist aerial photography and survey work is available for clients who need it. Fire lighting and fire fighting support is offered to help people on the ground.

Drone services include precision crop and weed spraying, drone spraying and spreading, and drone fertilising. The drone work is quick and precise.

The company is an accredited Aerial Spreader and holds AIRCARE accreditation. It works closely with selected brands to ensure high quality results. Its pilots hold commercial pilot licences, and the company says its operations are checked against relevant legislation and codes of practice.

The main base is at Pahiatua. A second hangar at Dannevirke Aerodrome supports clients in Dannevirke and nearby districts. Base hours are Monday to Friday from 7am to 6pm, with weekends by arrangement.

Services

• Spraying
• Lifting
• Fertiliser spreading
• Frost control
• Hunting and fishing access
• Fire lighting and fire fighting
• Transport
• Scenic flights
• Weddings and aerial photography
• Drone services