John flying in South America

While airborne, coordination was necessary with the other helicopters. The Squirrels were generally used for long lining (external load cargo only operations) and the Bell 212 for passenger carrying operations. This photo shows the Bell 212 on the ground at one of the field heli pads.


Time to really concentrate to put the load down gently.


Delivery to drop zone 56E.


Back at the base for an on-the-go briefing.


And this would continue (weather permitting) for most of the day. Hard work and satisfying.