The Revolution in Modern Logistics

Helicopters have revolutionized modern logistics. They enable optimized deliveries in hard-to-reach areas, reducing both time and operational costs. The lack of infrastructure is no longer an obstacle. Specialized, urgent, and sensitive cargo finds in helicopters an efficient and strategic solution.

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Services

We relocate our operation to different ski areas depending on the season and their conditions, ensuring the best possible experience during all operations.

Mountain Huts

Nowadays, it's not just mountaineers who enjoy the benefits of the Northern Patagonia mountain huts. These mountain refuges, mostly located at impressive altitudes, have also become popular destinations for hikers.

Due to high demand, especially during the summer season, the managers of the refuges and their assistants could face food shortages if it weren't for helicopters. Helicopters allow the transportation of supplies and other materials to the most remote corners in just a few minutes, at a cost even lower than traditional means of transport.

Assembly Work

In the past, cranes were very expensive and required a lot of time to set up, or relied on the use of winches. Today, helicopters have become an indispensable tool for assembling or installing cable cars, ski lifts, telecommunications antennas, television towers, transmission towers, and more recently, cell phone towers. This allows for significant savings in both time and money.

Assembly flights are also used in modular construction:

In this innovative construction method, wooden structures are often prefabricated in a factory. This reduces the time required on the construction site, improves quality, ensures deadlines are met, and simplifies coordination between different areas. Additionally, it helps reduce emissions generated at the worksite.

Civil Engineering

Save time and money by transporting your construction materials by helicopter to your worksites. Unlike what one might think, the speed of helicopters allows for transporting large amounts of material to remote locations in a short amount of time, significantly reducing transport times and eliminating the need to build roads to access construction areas. When time is of the essence, the helicopter is the most efficient solution.

Aerial Cargo Safety and Certification

All our staff and equipment are fully certified for the preparation and transportation of aerial cargo, ensuring the highest standards of safety and efficiency. Our extensive experience and proven track record back our expertise in handling various types of cargo.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is external cargo transport by helicopter?

It is a transportation method that allows cargo to be transported suspended beneath the helicopter, ideal for hard-to-reach areas such as mountainous regions. It is used in construction, civil works, research, and emergency logistics.

What types of cargo can be transported?

Construction materials, research equipment, supplies for remote areas, small and medium-tonnage heavy machinery, prefabricated structures, poles, pipes, antennas, infrastructure materials, goods, and much more.

What is the maximum weight allowed for external cargo?

It varies depending on the helicopter model. Typical ranges:

Small helicopters: 500-1,500 kg
Medium helicopters: 1,500-5,000 kg
Large helicopters: 5,000-10,000 kg

What restrictions exist for external cargo transport?

Requirements for external cargo transport:

Maximum weight according to technical specifications
Uniform distribution of the load
Dimensions that do not exceed safety limits
Cargo properly secured and balanced
No loose items or those that could detach

What safety measures are implemented in this process?

Requirements for the safe transport of external cargo:

Pre-shipment inspection of the cargo
Use of specialized cables and securing systems
Balance and stability tests
Constant communication between the pilot and the ground team

How is cargo prepared for external transport?

Requirements for the proper transport of external cargo:

Proper packaging and securing
Uniform weight distribution
Use of certified hooking systems
Protection against environmental conditions
Clear labeling of the cargo

What factors determine the price of the service?

Factors that influence external cargo transport:

Transport distance
Weight and volume of the cargo
Terrain complexity
Operation time
Required logistical preparation

What is the procedure to hire this external cargo transport service?

Process to hire the external cargo transport service:

Direct contact with an IBEX representative
Request for a quote
Preliminary technical evaluation
Coordination of logistical details
Service execution and payment

Why choose external cargo helicopter transport?

Advantages of external cargo helicopter transport:

Access to inaccessible areas
Reduced transport time
Lower environmental impact
Precision in delivery
Solution for infrastructure projects
Alternative to complex ground transportation

What happens if the weather conditions are not suitable?

Flights are canceled due to adverse weather conditions. In that case, the following options are offered:

Flight rescheduling
Credit for future bookings

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