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From SK70 Black Hawk, to  the Sikorsky CH-54A Skycrane, HTS is ready to support any mission, anywhere, any time.

Aerial Construction & Heavy-Lift Operations

Helicopter Transport Services (HTS) provides specialized aerial construction support for projects that demand precision, efficiency, and expertise from above. Our capabilities include heavy-lift assembly, structure placement, tower erection, and material transport, serving industries such as power transmission, infrastructure development, and remote construction.
 
With a proven record of success using Heavy Lift Sky cranes & versatile S-61N & UH-60 aircraft, HTS enables contractors to complete complex builds in difficult terrain and limited-access environments. Our crews work seamlessly with ground teams to ensure safe, accurate, and cost-effective operations—reducing project timelines and minimizing environmental disturbance.
 
From setting towers to lifting components at altitude, HTS delivers aerial construction solutions that raise the standard for performance and reliability.

Petroleum Industry

From the frozen expanses of the Canadian Arctic to the dense jungles of South America, Helicopter Transport Services (HTS) has extensive experience supporting the petroleum industry in some of the world’s most demanding environments.

Our specialized aerial services include logistical support for remote facilities, pipeline construction, seismic and exploration support, personnel transport, and precision longline operations. With a diverse fleet capable of lifting heavy equipment, drill rigs, and materials, HTS ensures safe, efficient, and cost-effective operations in even the most challenging terrain.

Combining technical expertise with global reach, HTS delivers the reliability and performance needed to keep petroleum operations moving — wherever the mission takes us

Utilities Operations

Helicopter Transport Services (HTS) provides safe, precise, and efficient helicopter support for utility and electrical grid construction across North America and beyond. Our experience includes Cassion Installation, tower placement, Latice, Mono pole, Pyramax, H-Frames, structure assembly, and material transport in remote or hard-to-access areas.

With a fleet of heavy-lift Skycranes, S61N and UH-60 model aircraft, HTS offers unmatched capability in supporting high-voltage transmission projects, substation construction, and infrastructure maintenance. Our crews work closely with engineering and construction teams to ensure precision placement, schedule efficiency, and minimal environmental impact.

From new grid installations to emergency restoration, HTS delivers dependable aerial solutions that keep critical power infrastructure connected and operational.

Forestry & Wildland Firefighting

Since its inception, Helicopter Transport Services (HTS) has been a trusted partner to the U.S. Forest Service (USFS), Oregon Department of Forestry (ODF), and CAL FIRE, providing dependable helicopter support for wildfire suppression and forest management operations.

With a diverse fleet that includes Skycranes and S61N model helicopters, HTS delivers proven capability in aerial firefighting, our experienced teams operate in the world’s most demanding fire environments, executing each mission with precision, safety, and reliability.

From the initial attack to the ongoing work of resource management, HTS stands ready—wherever the mission leads.

Disaster Relief

When disaster strikes, Helicopter Transport Services (HTS) stands ready to respond. Our fleet and crews provide critical aerial support for disaster relief, humanitarian aid, and emergency logistics worldwide. From hurricanes and wildfires to floods and earthquakes, HTS delivers rapid, dependable assistance when and where it’s needed most.

Equipped with heavy-lift Skycranes and versatile S-61N & UH-60 model helicopters, we specialize in transporting personnel, supplies, and equipment into affected regions, supporting infrastructure repair, evacuation, and recovery operations. Our teams are trained to operate in challenging conditions, maintaining safety, precision, and efficiency throughout every mission.

With decades of proven experience, HTS remains a trusted partner to government agencies and relief organizations, providing the aerial capability to reconnect communities and rebuild what’s been lost

Mining Operations

Since its inception, Helicopter Transport Services (HTS) has been a trusted provider of helicopter support to the mining and exploration industries, delivering safe and efficient solutions for mineral exploration, surveying, and remote logistics.

HTS specializes in heavy-lift drill moves, precision longline transport, and aerial support for exploration programs operating in rugged and isolated environments around the world. Our experienced crews and versatile fleet enable us to meet the unique challenges of each project—whether moving equipment, supplies, or personnel into hard-to-reach terrain.

We continue to advance alongside the latest innovations in airborne geological surveying and exploration support, providing reliable transportation that keeps projects on schedule and fully supported from the air.

Motion Pictures

Helicopter Transport Services (HTS) provides professional aerial support to the motion picture and commercial industries, offering both camera ships and picture aircraft for production work worldwide. Our helicopters can be painted or branded to match any film or promotional theme, delivering safe, precise, and dynamic aerial coordination.
 
With experienced crews and aircraft certified for major camera systems and mounts, HTS brings cinematic visions to life—safely, smoothly, and spectacularly

Mobilization and Shipping

Helicopter Transport Services (HTS) provides complete mobilization and shipping solutions to support operations across North America and around the world. Our logistics team has extensive experience coordinating the transport of helicopters, equipment, and support materials by air, land, and sea.

HTS manages every aspect of mobilization — from disassembly, crating, and international shipping to reassembly and operational readiness at the destination. Our proven processes ensure safe, efficient, and timely deployment of aircraft and assets, no matter the location or complexity of the project.

Whether supporting domestic operations or global missions, HTS delivers seamless logistical execution that keeps your project moving and your aircraft mission-ready.

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