Open Day at Helicopter Base - April 2012

Cantabrians flocked to the Christchurch base of the Westpac Rescue Helicopter on April 22nd to enjoy the annual Air Rescue Open Day. This popular event is held annually to highlight the work of our air rescue services and rescue partner organisations such as St John, New Zealand Fire Service, Search and Rescue, Police and many more.

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New helicopter increases capacity for expanding Christchurch company - Dec 2011

The addition of a new Eurocopter AS350 B3, heli-lift helicopter to the Garden City Helicopters fleet of aircraft will dramatically increase both commercial lifting capacity and flight availability for the Christchurch-based company.

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Neil Scott Honoured with Achievement Award - July 2011

Garden City Helicopters Chief Pilot Neil Scott has been presented a lifetime service award by the AIA (Aviation Industry Association) for Neil's contribution to aviation safety in New Zealand for the past 45 years.
Neil and his wife Barbara were presented with the award during a special dinner function at the AIA Annual Conference in Wellington, attended by over 300 people from throughout the New Zealand aviation industry .
The award was presented by John Jones, the AIA president and former CAA director, to a standing ovation in recognition of Neil's great achievement.

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Answering the Call - Airwaves Magazine Autumn/Winter 2011

When the Christchurch Earthquake hit, the call for help was immediate. Without hesitation, rescue helicopters from all over the country converged on the city, knowing the next few hours and days would be critical.

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