Category: Heli Operators

End of an Era? Blackcomb Helicopters Faces Uncertain Future

Blackcomb Helicopters, a cornerstone of British Columbia’s aviation and mountain service industry since 1989, appears to be facing turbulent skies. What began as a modest, Whistler-based operation built on technical flying—forest firefighting, construction support, and search and rescue—has evolved into one of Western Canada’s most recognized helicopter companies. But a recent wave of layoffs, asset …
Read more End of an Era? Blackcomb Helicopters Faces Uncertain Future

Heli Operators News Whistler, BC 0 Comments

Snow Sports community Deeply Affected

A tragic avalanche at Stellar Heliskiing is the most serious backcountry incident of the season and it has deeply affected the snow sports community. It claimed the lives of three esteemed individuals: Jason “J” Remple, Alex Pashley, and Jeff Keenan. A fourth individual, Clay Mitchell from Nelson, is currently hospitalized with severe injuries, and we …
Read more Snow Sports community Deeply Affected

Avalanche Heli Operators Media Nelson, BC News Snow Conditions Whistler, BC 0 Comments

Coast Range Heli-Skiing Returns to Whistler

Coast Range Heli-Skiing is set to redefine the heli-skiing experience in Whistler, British Columbia, with its relaunch on January 11, 2025. This locally owned and operated company offers bespoke adventures across Whistler’s breathtaking backcountry, featuring longer days, endless runs, and exclusive terrain tailored to each guest’s preferences. The new Whistler Heli-Skiing Package enhances the traditional …
Read more Coast Range Heli-Skiing Returns to Whistler

Heli Operators News Whistler, BC 0 Comments

Northern Escape Heli Skiing Voted World’s Best Heli Ski

In a resounding testament to its unparalleled powder skiing experience, Northern Escape Heli Skiing has been named the World’s Best Heli Ski Operator for the third year in a row at the prestigious World Ski Awards. This hat trick of victories underscores the operation’s commitment to excellence, innovation, and creating unforgettable mountain adventures. Situated in …
Read more Northern Escape Heli Skiing Voted World’s Best Heli Ski

Heli Operators Media News Terrace, BC 0 Comments
Pandemic Heli Ski Shutdown Doubled Range of Caribou

Pandemic Heli Ski Shutdown Doubled Range of Caribou

Studies by University of British Columbia Okanogan Campus (UBCO) have shown that the Pandemic Heli Ski Shutdown doubled the range of caribou. During the 2020 “anthropause,” when COVID-19 travel restrictions nearly grounded heli-skiing, both movement and mean home-range of the caribou groups increased dramatically compared to years when normal heli ski operations dominated. The anthropause …
Read more Pandemic Heli Ski Shutdown Doubled Range of Caribou

Banff, AB Bella Coola, BC Cariboo Mountains, BC Destinations Golden, BC Heli Operators Jasper, AB Kamloops, BC Kelowna, BC Nelson, BC News Panorama, BC Penticton, BC Revelstoke, BC Rossland, BC Sicamous, BC 0 Comments