Drill Ops In Canada

[akdriver]

A question for the Canadian seismic folks - is there a twin engine requirement for moving drills? We're hearing of rumours to that effect -Id be surprised if the 204/205's are not utilized by the seismic companies. Thanks for replies

[Heli-Gypsy]

That is the first I heard of it, It might be some Client companies requirement like Shell in the past has required 212's for that work, but for the most part unless things have taken a turn in that direction Lately, I believe anything goes single or twin, I'm sure there are some folks here that will answer that quustion for you that are working in that department at this time.

[MINI]

The last I heard is that all drill companies in 2006 and forever in the near future will require a minimum of either the EH101 or the Super Freelon both of which have three engines. :shock: :shock: :shock:

 

Take care and fly safe all.Mini

[rainman]

Don't forget about the CH-53 Super stallions. They will develop a "drill runner" instead of a bag-runner for multiple complete drill drops. 300 ft lines to prevent downwash taking out trees and so on.... :up:

[MINI]

Actually I was thinking more along the line of having one 407 with a good swivel on the belly hook and a 100 ft. longline going to a real good swivel on the rotor head of another 407 hovering at the end of the line with a real good swivel on its bell going the real good swivel on the head of the bottom 407 and a longline on that machine going to the load. If yall pulled at once....holy shite :up: :up:

 

Fly safe Mini.............

[T-rex]

As for your question, no, not that I am aware! In the US there are requirements for crews moves and twins but not for drills...yet! The big oil companies are going/ looking or being 'consulted' back into the 'twin' markets!

[jetbox]

If the canadian exploration companies require twin engines, it will most likely be because Contrail has recommended it. You should be asking Brian if and when he will do so.

[dammyneckhurts]

akadriver,

 

In Canada there are 10-15 drill crews operating in the busy season, of that about 4-6 crews will use a 212......the rest all use a 205. Havent seen a 204 moving drills much in the last 10 years or so. The 205/212 also allows you to move the entire crew of 14 guys (6 drills) to/from the job each day. Some crews only use 5 drills so thats 12 guys...Tight squeeze in a 204!

 

DMNH