A PORTABLE WORKSHOP FOR NELSON HELICOPTERS.—The passenger cabin of an old Sikorsky helicopter being carried by an aircraft of Helicopters (N.Z.), Ltd. The cabin, which has been converted into a servicing unit for use in remote areas, weighs 8001 b and is easily lifted by the company’s helicopters. The company is based In Nelson, and its machines have been used extensively for mineral exploration and mining support work throughout the South Island during the last four years. The company considers the unit could have an important part to play in the event of a major disaster or civil emergency.
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Press, Volume CXI, Issue 32665, 22 July 1971, Page 1
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99A PORTABLE WORKSHOP FOR NELSON HELICOPTERS.—The passenger cabin of an old Sikorsky helicopter being carried by an aircraft of Helicopters (N.Z.), Ltd. The cabin, which has been converted into a servicing unit for use in remote areas, weighs 8001 b and is easily lifted by the company’s helicopters. The company is based In Nelson, and its machines have been used extensively for mineral exploration and mining support work throughout the South Island during the last four years. The company considers the unit could have an important part to play in the event of a major disaster or civil emergency. Press, Volume CXI, Issue 32665, 22 July 1971, Page 1
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