The establishment of Acher Aviation as a specialist offshore operator was based on helicopter ship service operations around the Cape of Good Hope dating back to 1980. This was carried out in the giant Sikorsky S61 N Helicopter. Hauling up … Continue reading
Monthly Archives: January 2012
Agusta 109 Series
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Safety Briefing
Briefing page for ships Masters. Acher Aviation (Pty) Ltd SAFETY BRIEFING Always exercise extreme caution in and around helicopters Complying with this safety briefing will help to increase safety and ensure efficient operations. Please read this document carefully. Smoking in … Continue reading
Wheels VS Skids
A BRIEF ACHER CASE STUDY SKIDS VERSES WHEELS IN THE OFFSHORE ENVIRONMENT AND SPECIFICALLY IN THE SHIPPING MARKET. BACKGROUND The original development of skids was as a result of the limited power available from piston/turbine engines used in helicopters during … Continue reading
Acher Quality Assurance
ACHER QUALITY ASSURANCE DATE: 17 September 2002. REF: ENGINE COMPRESSOR DAMAGE. ATTN: ALL AIR CREW. History: On two occasions the helicopter pilot service helicopter has suffered minor compressor damage to the starboard engine. It has been assumed that this damage … Continue reading
M/V ´BBC China´ – Rescue Operation
M/V ´BBC China´ – Rescue Operation Attention: Chandre Prince Date: 18 Oct. 04 Reference: M/V ‘BBC China’ This rescue was undertaken by the National Ports Authority Marine Pilot Helicopter Service. Helicopter Type: ‘Agusta A109K2’ Crew on board: Commander: Ryan Hogan … Continue reading
Marine Pilot Service
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Pilot Boat Incidents
MAIB Incidents Identified as Involving Pilot Transfer These are actual cases involving accidents/incidents during the transfer of Marine Pilots by boat. These investigations include the location, environmental conditions, possible factors which resulted in the accident, and a description of how … Continue reading
MPS by Helicopter
Briefing page for ships Masters. Acher Aviation Marine Pilot Service by Helicopter Supplemental Information This document serves as a guide to assist the Master of a vessel receiving a Marine Pilot by an Acher Aviation crewed helicopter. This document … Continue reading
Pilot Boat Accident
The rash of deadly incidents has stunned the proud fraternity of bar pilots and has prompted soul-searching among pilot associations. Many groups have undertaken campaigns to upgrade safety equipment carried by pilots and their launch boats. Continue reading