Our helicopter responded to a forest fire in Bohemian Switzerland
On Sunday, 3 May, a helicopter operated by HELI COMPANY was deployed operationally to assist in suppressing a large-scale forest fire in the Bohemian Switzerland area. Upon arrival, the crew immediately commenced aerial firefighting operations and continued intensive deployment throughout the following day. Over the two-day period, the helicopter logged a total of 8 flight […]
HELI COMPANY Deployed and ready to protect Cyprus from wildfires
HELI COMPANY successfully commenced its operations in Cyprus for the 2026 fire season. Four UH-60 A/L helicopters equipped with the required mission-specific equipment, together with complete flight crews and technical support teams, are fully deployed and ready to respond immediately to any occurrence of wildfires or natural fires. Following arrival on the island, a rapid […]
Slovak helicopters deploy to Cyprus once again. HELI COMPANY launches its 2026 mission
Today marks the beginning of another chapter in our long-term operations in Cyprus. Four HELI COMPANY helicopters are deploying to the island, where they will remain on standby throughout the entire 2026 fire season, ready to respond to wildfires and protect what matters most – lives, property, and natural heritage. We return to Cyprus as […]
SMS a Bit Different: What It Means in Aviation and Why It Might Interest You
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Formation flight training as a key component of helicopter pilot development
As part of the rigorous helicopter pilot training program, HELI COMPANY—acting as the Approved Training Organization for the Armed Forces Academy (AOS)—dedicated the month of November to mastering formation flight operations. Formation flying is one of the cornerstone modules in the preparation of future helicopter pilots of the Armed Forces of the Slovak Republic (OS […]
Where Europe Burned, They Answered the Call: A Triumphant 2025 for the Czech RescEU Team
During the summer of 2025, the Czech part of the AFFF-H RescEU aerial firefighting module actively participated in international interventions in forest fires in Europe. Crews from HELI COMPANY and Czech firefighters deployed UH-60A Black Hawk helicopters in Bulgaria, North Macedonia, Albania, Montenegro and Spain, where they helped to manage large-scale fires in the most […]
Helicopter maintenance and service – Why safety comes first
Safety is key on every flight. That is why at HELI COMPANY we place great emphasis on professional maintenance and service of helicopters. Our certified mechanics provide complete care for aviation equipment, regular inspections, work and repairs. Maintenance includes everything from checking engines and avionics to replacing parts. Thanks to our experience, we can keep […]
Become a helicopter pilot – how training works at Heli Company
Being a helicopter pilot is a dream for many people, but few know what this training entails. At HELI COMPANY, we offer professional pilot training that combines theoretical training with intensive practical flights. Our instructors are experienced professionals with extensive experience in both civil and special aviation. Training takes place on modern helicopters, which we […]
