About CHI Aviation

CHI Aviation, a US owned company since 1980, provides safe, reliable vertical lift solutions worldwide with expert crews and a strong focus on performance and safety.
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Our Company

Construction Helicopters, Inc. (d/b/a CHI Aviation), is proud to be a United States owned and operated company. Incorporated in 1980, we provide safe, efficient and reliable IFR and VFR services to our clients globally.

We offer a wide range of vertical lift solutions, which enables us to develop a customized solution that will meet and exceed your project requirements and expectations. Our dedicated team of professionals has over 250 years of combined aviation experience, which ensures that our clients receive outstanding performance, exceptional communication, strong attention to detail, and the highest safety standards each and every time your mission is in our hands. CHI Aviation pilots complete a rigorous qualification process before their first commercial operation. Our skilled maintenance crews receive ongoing education to continuously stay abreast of the latest technology and skill training in accordance with the FAA specifications. It is our goal that our customers receive nothing but the best personnel in the field.

Safety Culture

Safety audits are a critical part of CHI Aviation’s Safety Management System (SMS), supporting our commitment to compliance, environmental responsibility, and the highest safety standards. While internal audits help maintain ongoing performance, independent external audits further validate the effectiveness of our Safety Assurance program. We are ISNetworld compliant, giving clients the ability to verify online that we meet both regulatory and client-specific standards. ISNetworld confirms that contractors are safe and compliant before work begins, and CHI Aviation consistently maintains an A or GREEN rating with our customers.

In addition to internal audits, CHI Aviation external and regulatory Safety Audits include:

  • The FAA (Federal Aviation Administration)
  • The Department of Defense (DOD)
  • The US Forest Service
  • Major Oil companies such as Shell Oil, BP, Chevron Oil, and ConocoPhillips
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Mission Capabilities

Worldwide Operations

CHI Aviation operate on-demand under FAA Parts 133, 135, and 137 certificates.

Operational Expertise Includes:

  • Fixed- and Rotary-Wing PAX/Cargo/COMBI transport
  • Fixed- and Rotary-Wing Emergency Medical Services
  • Offshore Oil & Gas Transportation
  • Search & Rescue: Day/Night, NVG, VFR or IFR operations
  • Precision External Cargo
  • Wild Land Fire Support
  • Charter Flights
  • Class D Human Hoist Operations
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Our World-Wide Locations Have Included:

  • Alaska
  • Canada
  • Caribbean
  • Chile
  • Mexico
  • West Africa
  • Afghanistan
  • El Salvador
  • Brunei
  • Australia
  • East Africa
  • Yemen
World-Wide Locations
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The Heligroup Organization

Heligroup Holdings, Inc.

CHI Aviation is a subsidiary of The Heligroup Holdings, Inc., which has four operating and asset-holding companies.

100% Owned Subsidiary Operating Companies

chi aviation
Construction Helicopters, Inc.

Aircraft for Defense and Construction Industries

Resolute ISR
Resolute ISR, Inc.

Unmanned Aircraft Vehicles (UAV) for Defense Industry

XRDi
XRDi, Inc.

UAV Engine Prototype Integrator

Helimax
Helimax Aviation, Inc.
Helicopters for Fire Fighting Industry
chi transportation
CHI Transportation, LLC

Ground Logistics and Transportation

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