Powerline Patrols

Helicopters are an ideal platform for conducting surveys of electrical networks. The flexibility to assess powerlines, assets and vegetation without having to stop for fences, gates and cultivations; allows a fast accurate and cost effective way to manage the thousands of kilometres of powerlines throughout Australia.

MI Helicopters can provide a range of different patrol methods eg:

  1. Storm Patrol - with a helicopter on stand by faults can be found very quickly, after storms have passed through crucial network areas.
  2. Asset/Vegetation Patrols - a fast cost effective way to survey your network.
  3. Methodical detailed report - a slow inspection looking
    indepth at all assets. Very effective on old or
    troublesome lines.

MI Helicopters uses the latest technology (outlined below) to support its customers to gain accurate reports of their networks.

  • Digital camera (still and moving)
  • "Moving Maps" with network overlays
  • Global positioning Systems (GPS)
  • Stabilised Mounts
  • Infra Red (IR) Camera
  • Laser Survey (LIDAR)

All helicopters can be fitted with real time tracking. Allowing constant tracking of the helicopter from any office computer.

MI Helicopters can help you protect and manage your network, by providing a tailor made quote to suit your specific requirements.

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Testimonials


"Sandy, Thank the team. Once again may I take the opportunity to pass on thanks for your support, on behalf of Ergon Energy and our customers. The MI team are seen as a valued partner."

David – Ergon Energy


"WorleyParsons commissioned Ml Helicopters to undertake a reconnaissance survey along a pipeline route for one of our major projects in central Queensland. After numerous changes from WorleyParsons, Ml Helicopters were not only more than accommodating, they were professional and helpful throughout the process."

"The communication with the office staff was great and they were always available to assist us and accommodate our changes. ln the field the experienced pilot was professional, helpful and knowledgeable."

Shannon – WorleyParsons