Helicopter-Assisted Tree Removal and Rigging Solutions
Heli-AX helps plan and execute tree care projects where access, terrain or surrounding infrastructure make removal challenging. We bring together helicopter-assisted removal, crane and traditional rigging, vegetation management, and crew training to match the needs of each site.
Helicopter tree removal, also called aerial tree removal, is one option within that approach. We work with project teams across North and South America to discuss the trees, access constraints, surrounding infrastructure and site conditions before selecting a method.
Helicopter-Assisted Tree Removal and Rigging Solutions
Helicopter-Assisted Tree Removal and Rigging Solutions
Tree Care, Lifting and Rigging Services
Safety and Training
Support your crew’s development with training in climbing, aerial rescue, ground operations, rigging, chainsaw work and other tree care skills. Discuss the topics and format that fit your team.
Helicopter Tree Removal
Consider an aerial approach when access is limited, the drop zone is constrained, or surrounding infrastructure complicates removal. Heli-AX brings tree care planning and rigging experience to helicopter-assisted projects.
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Helicopter Lifting
Discuss a custom helicopter lift program for tree material or other materials when site conditions call for an aerial approach. Project requirements and the aircraft partner’s operating limits determine the scope.
Crane and Traditional Rigging
Long reach, tight quarters and limited drop zones require careful planning. Heli-AX works with project teams on load estimation, securement, balancing and rigging arrangements for tree removal.
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Utility Vegetation Management and Complex Access
Tree work near utility infrastructure, occupied properties or environmentally sensitive areas requires an approach suited to the site. Explore utility vegetation management and complex-access tree removal, or discuss arboriculture and project consulting.
Project Photos and Media
See the work documented in our project records and photo gallery. Each record keeps the original project media and credits.
Alameda County Water District Project
Damage Control on Berkeley Botanical Garden Emergency Removal Project
Creating a new process. Dubbed “hang and lift”, pre weighing load packages to 2000 lbs. and transfering them to the helicopter hook. Limited drop zone required the limbs to be removed first.
There is no drop zone below the tree, so we decided to “hang and lift”.
Working near the SMUD powerlines, with historic grave markers below
Even small picks at extreme radius are critical. Ensuring proper balancing and weight calculations are the difference between success and failure.
This setup radius swing involved passing over 3 homes, an apartment building, and a school. Silverwood Area of LA.
San Leandro project video — edit contributed by B.T.
First Pick on the Tallest Removal in industry history to be done by Helicopter, Berkeley Botanical Garden
Testing the “hang and lift” loop configuration before implementation. The project footage shows the connection to the hook and lift line.
Cribbing used during the project to limit trunk movement and reduce potential damage during removal.
Long Reach Radius of 245’, got to take your time, and ensure its balanced. Notice how slow the operator swings the boom.
Sacramento Municipal Utility District Project
First time in history, Human External Cargo (HEC) used to transfer into a tree. Berkeley Botanical Garden
Project safety briefing and job safety analysis (JSA) board.
Ensuring minimal movement is important when dealing with hazardous conditions. Long Reach project 220’ radius
Time-lapse footage from the American River project for SMUD. Thanks to Mowbray’s for the opportunity to develop this rigging approach.
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Strategic Partners
Heli-AX and A&P Helicopters work together on projects that draw on tree care, consulting and field services. Visit A&P Helicopters to learn about the aircraft partner.
Discuss Your Site
Tell us about your project location, trees or materials, access constraints and desired schedule.
