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CHC H E L I C O P T E R C O R P O R A T I O N EMPLOYEE MAGAZINE ISSUE 01.2007

S-92 SAR

TAKES OFF
This summer CHC Europe introduces the worlds first dedicated Search and Rescue-configured Sikorsky S-92 for the UK Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) contract. July 1 marks the official start date for the contract awarded in December 2005, but much work has been going on behind the scenes for more than year and a half. In addition to four SAR S-92s, CHC will introduce three SAR-configured Agusta Westland AW139 aircraft. The aircraft will be stationed at four bases in the United Kingdom. The two northern bases, at Stornoway and Sumburgh, will use the Sikorsky S-92 and the southern bases, at Lee-on-Solent and Portland, will use the AW139.
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Cover photo by Peter J. Cooper, Falcon Aviation Photos

04 Heli-Expo

07 50 Years in Stavanger

10 SAR Waterford

15 Crack the Code Quiz

17 S92 to Australia

21 CHC Crewmen Remembered

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Successful Growth Requires a Culture of Transparency in Safety and Finance

Sylvain Allard

As you all know, the Company is going through a period of phenomenal growth as demand increases for the services we provide. One of the most important elements of our service is safety. This is why we have to be more focused than ever on improving our safety record. We must continue to make safety improvement the number one priority despite additional demands placed upon us. CHC recently hosted an international Safety and Quality Summit in Vancouver, where we addressed this very issue and welcomed 150 participants from outside CHC, including our customers, government agencies and our competitors. I believe that fully sharing industry best practices is the best way to reduce accidents and save lives and help CHC in the process. As I have said before, if another operator has an accident, it hurts CHC. It impacts public perception of our business, it prompts greater customer

scrutiny and it closes potential markets and drives up insurance rates. The industry accident rate as measured by International Organization of Oil and Gas Producers (OGP) is 1.86 accidents per 100,000 flight hours. Our safety record is well below that, at 0.49. We have surpassed the 200,000 flight hour mark this year, which is great news, but it means that even at our current rate, we would have one accident every year. Clearly that is not acceptable. We need to set our target at zero accidents. Today we have a more open culture in aviation and it is getting better. We try to learn from what happened and we go well beyond blaming the crew. Thats why the theme of this years conference was Building an Error-Tolerant System. That is not to say we tolerate errors or promote a 100% no-blame culture. But we know humans make errors. So we want to foster a culture where we use Safety Management System processes to build complete transparency and create redundancies so those errors will not result in a catastrophic accident. exchange threats and dozens of other complex issues. Below is a brief update on some of the strategic initiatives we are working on: SOX Compliance with Section 404 of US Sarbanes Oxley legislation is critical for many reasons. For example, SOX provides us with an opportunity to examine all process and systems with a view to reducing risk and increasing efficiency, particularly in finance and operations. Under the SOX initiative, we are establishing consistent processes and controls throughout the world, and ensuring that policies and procedures are effective in all locations. Leasing We have established excellent relationships with lease financing institutions and are now working diligently with new partners to lease-finance the majority of new aircraft coming into the CHC fleet. As well, we are negotiating with our senior lenders to increase the companys debt capacity to finance projects such as the Harmonized UK SAR bid project,

By the time the fiscal year ends April 30, we will have added nearly $500 million worth of aircraft to the CHC fleet in 12 months. This represents an unprecedented period of growth, not just for CHC, but for our entire industry. It also means an increased workload in pilot and engineering training, logistics support, lease financing, inventory management and dozens of other support functions. It must also inspire us, individually and as a company, to make a significant investment in safety. This period of growth is expected to persist until 2010 and beyond. Global offshore operating expenditures (OPEX) are expected to increase 70% over the next five years. Additionally, the UK Harmonized Search and Rescue (SAR) contract could more than double the size of European civilian helicopter SAR operations. It all adds up to the most exciting and challenging time in the history of the helicopter services industry. We must be able to manage this growth in a safe, efficient manner if we are to prosper and strengthen our Company. Heli-One expansion at Boundary Bay, Canada, and build-up for the New South Wales EMS contract in Australia. We are also looking at broadening available borrowing currencies to reduce our foreign exchange exposure. Foreign Exchange There are two types of foreign exchange exposure: translational, which relates to the conversion of one euro, NOK, GBP and USD earnings to Canadian dollar results, and transactional, related to transactions within a company. We do not hedge against translational currency changes but we have an extensive program to hedge transactional cashflow exposures. This has been a big challenge for us this year and we are achieving significant success in this area. Financial Reporting We are significantly improving the strength of our financial reporting processes. We are generating financial reports faster and with greater accuracy, allowing CHC to respond more quickly to changes in business conditions. Our Financial

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Strengthening our Processes

Rick Davis

CHC reported the highest quarterly revenue figure in the companys history on March 14 and the increase was significant: 17% compared to the third quarter last year. We are extremely proud of our European Operations, Global Opearions and Heli-One group who have worked hard to achieve this growth. At the operations level, we continue to introduce new aircraft and mange extra training requirements, parts availability issues and all the complications associated with introducing new technology. At the same time, the finance team has dealt with an unprecedented number of lease transactions, SOX issues, accounting policy and regulatory changes, tax issues, foreign
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While safety must remain foremost in our minds, we must also focus on cost structures which will allow us to continue to grow and to make the necessary investments in safety. Through our Sarbanes Oxley (SOX) compliance project, we are taking a closer look at all systems and processes, which allows us to improve accuracy and efficiency. In fact, we are doing for finance what we have for many years done for safety creating an open, transparent system with checks, balances and redundancies to identify human errors before they cause problems. Just as we constantly keep an eye open for any situation that might compromise safety, we must keep an eye open any process that might compromise our cost structure. Companies that fail to control costs in the up cycle are inevitably forced to cut costs when growth cools down. I am confident we will manage this period of extraordinary growth in a prudent manner, maintaining our focus on safety and preparing the Company for continued prosperity

Supply Chain Focus

David Gay Director, Inventory Management & Sourcing, Heli-One

In todays competitive marketplace MROs must differentiate themselves from the competition in order to survive. One of the many strategies that we are pursing is the implementation of an integrated supply chain infrastructure that will help us achieve a sustained competitive advantage. Capturing and analyzing asset usage and repair management history for each customers operational environment is a key strategy that aligns with our interface with suppliers (internal & external), and ultimately aligns with our main commitment to improve customer service levels at the bases. Supply Chain within an MRO environment is unique and sometimes unpredictable. While scheduled maintenance can be forecasted, we are victims of unscheduled activities. Combined with excessively long TATs for repairs and higher than average lead times for parts, it has become necessary to monitor almost every facet of the supply chain. Managing asset levels has and will always be a main focus of supply chain. I am writing to you today to ask for your continued support and understanding to minimize deficiencies that have negatively affected our operational performances. Specifically: Timely return of unserviceable components removed from aircraft. While the target is seven days we arestill experiencing some returns as great as two months. With long lead times from repair vendors, its critical for us to route these components as soon as possible after removal from an aircraft. In several instances we have had to purchase additional spares to support excessive in-transit times. Linked to this is the need to clearly document the reason for removal thereby providing accurate info to our repair vendors which in some cases can reduce the total cost of repair. Timely updating of Movex with actual quantities on hand at your bases will ensure that we have an accurate count of all corporate assets and assist in our Sox compliance activities. Timely updating of Movex with inbound and outbound spares will facilitate visibility and reduce the expediting of parts that are, or are not, at a base. Supply Chain has a symbiotic relationship with all divisions in CHC. Its similar to a relay race where batons are handed off to your fellow colleagues so they can continue with their portion of the race. In the end we all benefit. In the end we all win

Reporting Team is dealing with complex new accounting issues in a systematic manner and getting stronger every day as new issues are dealt with. We are tackling other issues, such as reducing the number of days sales in receivables and are making good progress. I am extremely proud of the hard work and dedication of our Finance Team worldwide, including Financial Services, Financial Reporting, Business Information, Tax and Treasury. As we move through this challenging SOX year, we look forward to continued improvements in controls and improved efficiency of operations. We will be working hard in this new fiscal year to develop a culture of control and cost consciousness as we realize the benefits of the significant investment made in our SOX compliance process. At the same time, we must all play our part and ensure that we review and abide by our policies and procedure so that we are all pulling in the same direction. Lets help build CHC into a World Class organization!

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Heli-One and CHC

Ink EC 225 Deal
Natalie Haywood Marketing Analyst, Heli-One

Heli-One and CHC were front and centre at the March 1-3 Helicopter Association International (HAI) Heli-Expo trade show in Orlando, Florida, joining Eurocopter and Sikorsky at the shows most significant events. The exhibition was attended by thousands and featured more than 500 exhibitors from around the world. During the exhibition, CHC signed an agreement to purchase 16 EC225 aircraft in addition to six EC225s already on order. Sylvain Allard signed the contract, along with Eurocopter President, Lutz Bertling, while Heli-One staff looked on. CHC is scheduled to take delivery of the new EC225s over a four-year period beginning in late 2008. The new aircraft will be used

in support of various customers, both in the North Sea and elsewhere. As part of the agreement, Heli-One was issued an exclusive license to repair and overhaul EC225 components. Heli-One will fully support the new EC225s as they join the companys fleet. Heli-Ones booth was located next to Sikorsky Aircraft Corporations display in the main exhibition hall. Traffic at the Heli-One booth was high, and the booth meeting rooms were host to a continuous lineup of meetings. CHC Chairman Mark Dobbin, along with Sylvain Allard, Neil Calvert and the executive team of Heli-One joined Heli-Ones key personnel in representing the company at the show. On Day 1 of the show, Sikorsky unveiled CHCs new search and rescue SAR-configured Sikorsky S-92. The S-92 was introduced amidst an elaborate

Sikorsky video presentation featuring turbulent seas, fog and the rumbling of thunder. The theme: when youre in distress at sea, a Sikorsky will be on the way to help. Painted in the red and white colours of the United Kingdoms Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA), the S-92 will be operated by CHC in a 24/7 SAR role for the MCA (see article p. 4). The aircraft will be based in Stornoway (UK) and is one of four that will fulfill a five-year contract commencing July 1, 2007. Heli-One will provide maintenance support services for the S-92 through the life of the contract. Heli-Expo attendees had the chance to tour Heli-Ones S-92; attendees were permitted to board the aircraft and sit in the cockpit. Also at the show, Heli-One signed a contract with AB Norrlandsflyg to provide two S-76C++ aircraft, along with full power by the hour (PBH) maintenance support. The aircraft will be operated in a SAR capacity for the Swedish Maritime Agency. The contract term is for five years, with a two-year extension option. The contract represents a great opportunity to partner with a new external customer, one that is currently responsible for all SAR activities in Sweden. Overall, Heli-Expo 2007 was a resounding success for Heli-One and CHC. Heli-One gained significant exposure, both through the Heli-One booth and through Heli-Ones signing of the Eurocopter contract and affiliation with the S-92 on display. In addition to contract signings, relationships with customers from around the world were solidified

EC225 enters market in a big way

Sixteen CHC EC225 helicopters are expected to be put to work between late 2008 and 2012. CHC plans to put these aircraft into service as part of the Companys fleet renewal plan, in support of new offshore oil and gas contracts, and potentially as Search and Rescue (SAR) aircraft. CHC is making this commitment to meet the unprecedented demand from various customers including both the offshore oil and gas industry and government-sponsored SAR. The16 aircraft will supplement six EC225s currently on order. The original six, which are expected to be delivered by December 2008, will support contracts with TOTAL E&P UK PLC, TOTAL E&P Norge AS as well as other CHC customers in the North Sea and elsewhere. The success of our heavy product range has always been closely linked to the success of CHC, said Lutz Bertling, President and CEO of Eurocopter. Based on the companys huge experience with the Super Puma family of helicopters, we are pleased to see the EC225 selected by CHC to serve its clients including TOTAL E&Ps UK and Norwegian operations in the North Sea. The EC225 is the latest and most advanced member of Eurocopters family of twin-engine, long-range helicopters. Its mission focus lies on passenger transport in particular offshore and VIP, and its versatility makes it a perfect aircraft for public service missions such as Search and Rescue (SAR). It has a maximum take-off weight of 11 metric tons and significantly increased performance capabilities such as a new five-bladed main rotor system, a reinforced main rotor gear box, and an integrated display and piloting system.

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Crunch Time for SOX

CHC is moving closer to full compliance with Section 404 of the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002, which requires publicly traded companies to report on the company's internal control over financial reporting. Through the SOX compliance initiative, CHC is adding structure and clarity to financial processes.
Through the SOX compliance initiative, CHC is adding structure and clarity to financial processes. We are implementing close to 30 new policies in key areas, making significant improvements to Delegation of Authority, Authorization for Expenditure and the Code of Ethics. Through SOX, we also accelerated the review and resolution of key business risks such as: H1 inventory management (in progress and longer-term in nature); GSS policies and processes; Global Operations System (full implementation by May 2007); Financial Services internal reporting tools, Tax and Treasury processes and Customs management processes. The SOX initiatives are really the foundation we can build on to meet our strategic goals and growth of the company.
Global Operations System

One example of a successful SOX initiative is the Global Operations System (GOS), which incorporates a single web-based technology to replace several outdated systems, including: Crew Scheduling System Pilot Training Database Engineering Database Electronic Crew Positioning Report (eCPR) The result is a centralized, streamlined approach to the organizations daily operational requirements that meets regulatory requirements and provides a foundation for a variety of new initiatives in the coming years. The approach to the

revised claims process is to create a self explanatory system that works much like online banking. Previously, GO had separate systems to do the same job which resulted in duplication of data and extra work for all involved. With the period of growth GO has seen in the past several years, it has proven, difficult to modify these old systems to address the now-critical components such as workflow approval, standard interfaces, or audit trails essential for meeting regulatory requirements under Sarbanes Oxley. The first phase of GOS will focus on the training, scheduling, payroll and claims payment of all operational personnel and will be fully implemented by June 2007

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H1Contracts Sign of Things to Come

Natalie Haywood Marketing Analyst, Heli-One

Heli-One was recently awarded contracts with several different European Air Forces: the Royal Norwegian Air Force (RNoAF), the Royal Danish Air Force (RDAF) and the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF). These contract wins are exciting for Heli-One because they reaffirm Heli-Ones presence in the military market in Europe, and increase the probability of more military work. Heli-One will fulfill a contract with the RNoAF to upgrade 12 Bell 412SP helicopters. Upgrades will include installation of missile warning systems, new sensors and control panels, and chaff flare alterations. Heli-One was previously awarded a contract to perform the same

upgrades on a batch of six aircraft, so upon fulfillment of this contract will have upgraded 18 aircraft for the RNoAF. The upgrades are expected to be complete by the end of 2007, and will be performed at Heli-Ones facility in Stavanger, Norway. Also for the RNoAF, Heli-One will fulfill a contract to assist Bell Helicopter USA in upgrading six Bell 412SP helicopters to 412HP versions. This will involve replacing the main transmission, as well as upgrading drive components and instrumentation. Heli-One will use upgrade kits provided by Bell Helicopter, with completion expected in late 2008. A separate air force contract involves supporting the RDAFs fleet of S-61A helicopters. The contract involves repair and overhaul, along with personnel support. Heli-One will also perform C-inspections on four aircraft. The fleet

will be supported through Heli-Ones facility in Stavanger, Norway. Another European military contract secured by Heli-One is with the RNLAF. Heli-One will perform phase inspections on two AS532U2 Cougar helicopters, with options to complete a further five inspections on other aircraft. The work was won through Heli-Ones new Dutch entity, Heli-One Defence B.V., which was created to provide support to the Dutch military. The inspections will be performed at RNLAF facilities in Woensdrecht, and make the RNLAF one of Heli-Ones largest military customers. Winning contracts with three different European militaries is extremely positive for Heli-One. These contracts all involve different services and different aircraft a great example of the breadth of services provided and the diversity of aircraft supported by Heli-One. These contract wins show that Heli-One is capable of effectively competing in the European military market, and are likely precursors to future military work in Europe. Great job Heli-One Norway and Netherlands!

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Boundary Bay MRO Facility

A Model of Environmental Efficiency

Jim Campbell Vice President Business Unit, Heli-One

Heli-Ones Boundary Bay Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) facility site is a beehive of activity, as the construction phase is finally in full swing after permit and weather delays. When the site was prepared for pre-loading two feet of soil had to be removed to make way for heavy sand to compact the ground. After torrential rain, however, the result was a beautiful lake surrounding the site, which caused many problems as there was no where to drain the water. As a result we ended up pumping water from one area to another to keep the footing holes water free. The floor slab and walls will be supported by these footings. The pre-loading of the first half of the site was finished in early January; the second half in March. Footings are complete, conduits for plumbing, electrical, data etc. have been laid throughout the area and we hope to have a web cam set up in the near future so you will be able to go on line and watch the construction. The complete facility will house about 37,000 sq. ft. of hanger area, including a

full size paint booth big enough to paint an S92 -- a component shop area also of about 37,000 sq. ft., an engine shop of about 27,000 sq. ft. including a test cell, clean room, balancing room and accessory shop room. We will have a sheet metal shop, composite shop, avionics shop, machine shop, CMM room, parts testing lab, a welding shop, grinding room, balance room, plasma spray, cleaning rooms, including chemical tanks, state of the art degreaser, walk in varsol and walk in pram rooms, a room with a spray booth and oven for doing special metal coatings such as Rock Hard for the Sikorsky S76 Main Gear Box housings. We will be moving the CT/T 58 engine test cell from Port Alberni to a new home in Boundary Bay, just outside the engine shop area. In the future we will look at moving the transmission test cell from Richmond, but for the time being it will stay put. The stores will have at least 2 vertical carousals for storage of parts, saving space and increasing security. To be environmentally friendly, we will have electric taps in all washrooms and employ a closed loop system for the degreaser, so water usage here will be

virtually nil. The degreaser will have its own still to keep fluid clean and evaporation of the expensive material to a minimum. The hanger paint strip and wash area, the NDT shop and the cleaning room will each have an evaporator to ensure we do not pollute the water system. The water from these areas will drain into a tank under ground and be pumped automatically into the evaporators, where water will be boiled off, leaving only solid waste to dispose of. This is not only be the most environmentally sound way to deal with waste, it is the most cost effective. Waste disposal costs will be a fraction of what they are today. The new facility will have a full service cafeteria, with a good variety of meals at reasonable prices. And the best part, for those of us who live in the valley or anywhere south or west of Richmond, we will save about 25 minutes each way on our drive and have no tunnel, no bridge on our commute

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50 Years Strong in Norway A Helikopter Service Celebration

Per Selvaer Financial Services - Heli-One

In 2006 we celebrated the 50th anniversary of Helikopter Service AS, now CHC Helicopters and Heli-One (Norway). Celebrations took place throughout the year. Sunday, 3 September, the two companies invited all employees and pensioners with families to an Open House and Family Day at our facilities in Stavanger. The event started at noon, with a number of workshops and a large part of the main hangar open for tours guided by our workshop staff. This gave visitors an excellent opportunity to visualise our daily workplace tasks. To officially start the celebrations, CHC Helikopter Service Managing Director Jakob Bae wished everyone welcome. Most of the programme was aimed at younger visitors, who were given the opportunity to enter a drawing competition, with helicopters of course as the main theme. All contributions were displayed on a big board in the hangar and winners in different age groups were announced. A helicopter ride in a CHCs AS332L2 was the prize for the lucky winners. It was a hugely popular event! In the cantina, there was live music and entertainment for the children. Comedian Ove Rocktroll had the audience in the palm of his hands for at least an hour and a half, smashing dishes, playing rock like a troll. Face painting was another popular activity that made this part of the day a winner. Older kids and adults were given an opportunity to test their shooting abilities with airguns. A local airgun club stepped in and arranged a competition and a ten-year old girl hit nine out of ten targets, the best of them all! A barbeque tent was set up and hamburgers, ice cream and soda were served. The day was a great success and a crowd of more than 500 people attended.

All are looking forward to another 50 years in the helicopter business. The organizing committee was headed up by Anne Tone Obrestad, Asset Heli-One, assisted by Brit Rosengren, Inger-Lise Tallaksen and Per Selvaer, all Financial Services Heli-One and Capt. Glenn Christiansen, CHC Helikopter Service

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SAR S-92 Launched

CHC Transition Team to Manage Safe Introduction of New Technology

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S-92 SAR Takes Off

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Ian McLuskie UK Interim SAR, Business Unit Leader

The MCA contract is currently held by BHL who operate the Sikorsky S61N. Under the new Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA) UK Interim SAR contract, CHC will re-employ the BHL air and ground crews under TUPE arrangements, which mean the staff will undergo training on the new aircraft types before being re-deployed operationally. But staffing is tight in the SAR world, and bases would be seriously understaffed if crews were sent off to S-92 simulators and on other training programs for extended periods. To ensure that SAR cover is maintained during this training period, a CHC Interim UK SAR Operational Transition Team (IOTT) flying two SAR-configured S61N on lease from BHL, will take over the SAR duties at each of the bases in turn while crews are trained on the new aircraft types. The UK Interim SAR contract is broken down into two distinctive lines of activity, transition state and sustained state.
Transition Team

Transition Team will be activated for a period of 18 months and will be employed as follows:
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Initial S61 Type and SAR Role Training, Jan-June 2007 Initial training conducted in Norway at the CHC S61 training facility for S61 flight simulator and instrument training and subsequently at Waterford for SAR-role training and finally in Stornoway for SAR role consolidation training and area familiarization. Waterford SAR Training Facility CHC Europe will establish an Interim UK SAR Training Facility at Waterford in Ireland to enable the specific S61N SAR type and role training to be carried out in a controlled environment. This is essential in preparing IOTT for its task. The facility will be based on a modular building system and will provide a fully equipped classroom, briefing and domestic facility at Waterford as well as an operations centre. The ops centre will manage day-to-day flying and engineering operations initially at Waterford but later as a mobile facility that will be part of the IOTT flight operation whilst rotating around the UK flight sites. CHC Ireland Fifth Base The transition team will effectively function as a mobile Fifth Base operating under the CHC Ireland IAA AOC. Operational, engineering and administrative details will reflect fully the CHC Ireland primacy over this activity. The mobile Fifth Base operations centre will be deployed on rotation to each of the MCA sites in turn.

It will provide a centre of operational continuity throughout the transition period. Sustained State The sustained state will be progressively achieved as each of the UK MCA Bases undergoes the training on the new aircraft. The trained crews on the new technology aircraft comprised mainly of experienced BHL SAR crews who will transfer to CHC plus newly recruited SAR experienced crews who will backfill any shortfall will form the manpower pool at each of the UK MCA bases and will deliver the sustained SAR capability on the new S92 and AW139 aircraft for the duration of the contract. Rearcrew specialist training All CHC UK Interim SAR medical training will be conducted by the RAF College of SAR Medicine (CoSARM), an accredited training facility, at RAF St Mawgan. The CoSARM courses are tailored to meet the medical output standard required by the MCA contract, starting with a basic two-week residential course at CoSARM for all CHC UK Interim SAR rearcrew. The advanced course, designed for the primary medically trained crewmember, usually the winchman is an additional three week module followed by a month of placements in local hospital Accident and Emergency Units or an Ambulance Unit

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Angolan Co-Pilot
Helps Avert Tragedy
First Officer Igor Lelis, a SonAir pilot flying with CHC on the BP contract in Luanda, Angola helped to avert a tragedy at the capitals International Airport on 23 January 2007. Whilst waiting to take off in turn behind a fixed wing aircraft on the taxiway some 300 meters from the beginning of the runway, he heard the controller clear the pilots in front of him Behind the landing aircraft, line up behind. Yet when the landing Dash 8 was only a quarter mile away from the runway, Igor saw the other aircraft taxi forward. Immediately he called on the radio for the aircraft to hold/stop and then told the Dash 8 to go-round. The 50-seater Dash-8 ballooned into the air and landed further down the runway avoiding what could have been a disastrous situation. Igor and three other Angolan pilots began their careers as fixed wing pilots but were subsequently cross trained

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Maritime Coastguard Agency Technical Director Richard Parkes (left), celebrates the launch of the SAR-configured S-92 with CHC President and CEO Sylvain Allard and Sikorsky President Jeffrey Pino.

onto helicopters to help fill the demands of the offshore market. Igor is commended for his situational awareness and quick thinking. He was presented with a CHC-Angola SMS badge at the last SonAir Safety meeting. Well done, Igor!

First Officer Igor Lelis, above, foreground, made a radio call that prevented disaster. In the background is co-pilot Lukeni Costa. Bottom: Paulo (helper), Lukeni, Morne Wiid (Luanda Base Manager) and Igor.

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SAVAGE WEEK ON SOUTHEAST COAST

Seven Lost at Sea but Four Saved by CHC Ireland Crews

By Capt. Mark McDermott

Waterford, Ireland Wednesday January 10 was a particularly foul night on the southeast coast of Ireland. Just after 6 pm, the Duty Captain, Peter McKenzie-Brown was called by Dublin Maritime Rescue Co-ordination Centre (MRCC) to search for a missing fishing vessel. The crew feared the worst given the gale force winds and mountainous seas. Contact had been lost with the Pere Charles, a local boat from the nearby fishing village of Dunmore East, which had been fishing off Hook Head, only 14 km from the SAR Base. CHCs Search and Rescue (SAR) Helicopter Base at Waterford Regional Airport is one of four CHC SAR Bases in the Republic of Ireland which provide a 24 hour/365 day service to the Irish Coastguard flying the venerable S61. Waterfords area of responsibility includes the southeastern corner of the island where many seafarers throughout the years have come to harm. Despite often being regarded as one of the less busy units, the justification for positioning a SAR helicopter there was made abundantly clear that Wednesday night and during the savage week that followed.

The aircraft was scrambled and with his co-pilot SFO Mike Farquhar and crewmen John Manning and Brody Prideaux, Capt. McKenzie-Brown was on scene within 18 minutes of the original call. Despite this swift response there was no sign of survivors. Only the EPIRB (Emergency Position Indicating Radio Beacon), a gas cylinder and an empty life-ring was found to give any sign of the 60-ft boat, which had sunk so rapidly with all five crew members on board. The search continued the following day with the oncoming crew captained by Mark McDermott tasked to search the Southeast Coast in the hope of finding any survivors who may have made it off the vessel in time and been washed onto the rugged shoreline. Towards the end of the search the crew were aware of the Dublin MRCC trying to gain two-way communications with another fishing vessel, the Honey Dew II, a 72-ft fishing vessel with a crew of four, which had been involved in the search for the crew of the Pere Charles the night before. However with fuel running low and darkness falling, the aircraft returned to base. They had no sooner landed however, than the MRCC was again on the scramble phone.

The Honey Dew II was overdue and no contact could be made either by radio or mobile phone. The crew were tasked to try and locate the missing vessel, but the last known contact had been at 1 am that morning, 17 hours previous, when the vessels skipper had reported that he was sheltering from the high seas. It was believed that he would be making his way back to his home port of Kinsale 108 km to the southwest. Therefore, the aircraft was quickly turned round by the two duty engineers, and the crew re-launched. Given the vagueness of the area to be searched, the decision had been made by the crew to search a box 16 km wide from the last known position, to along the expected track to Kinsale. Shortly after launch and with the co-pilot Captain Mike Hennelly at the controls, Capt. McDermott directed him to turn 30 degrees to port to achieve a safe heading for the over-sea letdown and to close the first radar contact within the search area, which he had just identified and was still some 27 km distant. This proved to be an extremely fortuitous decision. As the aircraft rolled to port, Winch Operator Neville Murphy saw what looked like a flare, below and to the left of the aircraft. The aircraft continued its turn as Winchman Paul Truss sat at the FLIR operators console, swung the camera around to find the target. The aircraft had no sooner completed its turn towards the flare when it extinguished, but Paul Truss had found the target and he homed the aircraft to the overhead, where a life raft with two occupants could be seen. After the initial excitement of finding the target, the safe recovery of the two survivors felt in many ways routine. This was in no small measure due to the collective experience and continual training of the crew, however it was still a challenging exercise given the extremely rough sea state and Atlantic swell. With the aircraft in position, Neville Murphy lowered Paul Truss into the life raft where he found the two survivors in relatively good shape. This despite the fact that they had been in the life raft for almost 17 hours, as the Honey Dew II had sunk shortly after its last communication. Paul placed both casualties into the rescue strops and, with a selflessness typical of

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rescue crewmen, waited in the life raft until the casualties were recovered into the aircraft. Within about five minutes of establishing the hover over the life raft, both the survivors and winchman were safely onboard the helicopter. The next decision was whether to continue the search or expedite the transfer of the two survivors to hospital. Despite the language barriers present (both crewmen were Lithuanian and spoke very little English) it was soon established that the survivors were adamant that the search be continued for their two missing comrades. The decision was made to continue the search whilst monitoring the condition of the two survivors. MRCC were asked to scramble the Dublin-based S61 to take over the search and release the Waterford-based aircraft as soon as possible. Despite an extensive search by both aircraft, no further sign was found of the Honey Dew II or its missing crewmen. In the following days an intensive search for the missing crewmen from both vessels continued all along the Southeast Coast with an average of five hours being flown each day. Then on the evening of the 16 January, only six days after the first vessel had foundered, and whilst the whole country was still trying to come to terms with the loss of life and the fact that two seaworthy vessels had gone down within a few hours and a few miles of each other, MRCC called with another call-out. The fishing vessel Renegade, which had itself been involved in the extensive search operations, was sinking of the Southeast Coast and the crew were taking to the life raft. It is hard to describe the thoughts of the duty crew on hearing this news, but as they ran to the aircraft the words unbelievable! and whats going on? were clearly heard. This time the Duty Captain was Dara Fitzpatrick with Capt. Mark McDermott flying as co-pilot. The vessels last known position was just off Tuskar Rock, a treacherous area on the most southeasterly point of Ireland. Thankfully, the weather was relatively benign with a moderate swell. The life raft and sinking vessel were spotted by Winchman Keith Devaney on the FLIR camera from five miles away and the aircraft was quickly positioned to commence the rescue, arriving only 30 minutes after the initial Mayday call had been made. Both crewmembers had taken the very wise decision to evacuate their boat as soon as they realised they were taking on more water than their pumps could cope with. This was proven to be a prudent move when, within minutes of the aircraft arriving on scene the Renegade went from being apparently stable with a slight list to port, to being completely submerged within a matter of seconds. The winching operation again went very smoothly with Keith being lowered into the life raft by Winch Operator Neill McAdam. As Paul had done on the previous rescue, Keith elected to remain in the life raft as the first survivor was winched onboard, then came up to the CHC is the sole provider of Search and Rescue helicopter services to the Irish Coast Guard, operating and maintaining a fleet of six heavy Sikorsky S-61N, four of which are auto-hover helicopters, at bases in Dublin, Shannon, Waterford, and Sligo in 24/7 operations. This contract has recently been renewed with options extending to 2012 and as part of this contract renewal the aircraft are being modified to enhance operational capabilities with such features as the CARSON main rotor blades, secondary hoist, new generation FLIR and additional external lights all of which will add significantly to the aircraft search capability, speed and range.

aircraft with the second shocked, but relieved crewman. The aircraft returned to base to a veritable circus of TV cameras and Press. To say that the events of the previous six days had been unprecedented would not be an exaggeration. The loss of three vessels and seven fishermen in such a short period of time, within such a confined area, was a huge blow to the local communities of which the CHC crews are an integral part. However, some solace could be taken from the safe recovery of four survivors and the dedicated and professional service, which the CHC Ireland crews continue to provide

This picture was taken approximately two miles from the vessel and the life raft. You can clearly see the heat signatures of the two crewmen in the life raft. These images are taken with the FLIR system (forward looking infra red).

The last seconds before the Vessel disappeared under the water. From time on scene to sinking was less than 10 minutes.

Two crewmen visible just before they were lifted from the raft by Rescue Winchman Keith Devaney under the control of Winch Op Neill McAdam.

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Canadas First S-76C++ Arrives at Heli-One

The first Sikorsky S-76C++ in Canada, C-GHRK, arrived in Vancouver in December in CHCs new livery.

Pui-ki (Nicole) Chan Communications Assistant

Building on the success of the S-76 product line, Sikorsky announced a series of engine, interior and avionics upgrades on the new C++, including more efficient Turbomeca Arriel 2S2 engines, K&N intake air filter, improved and quieter transmission and upgraded interior equipment and electronics. The C++ offers 75 more horsepower per engine, improved dual engine and hot-high performance, while retaining the efficient, long-range cruise of the S-76C+.

In addition to new avionics installations, C-GHRK is being equipped with Egress railing, (used to assist in emergency evacuations) rechargeable emergency flashlights, EXIS lighting, and the Aeroseats external Life Raft Kit. A Chadwick VXP Kit will perform helicopter rotor track and balance, drivetrain component and engine vibration analysis. With the VXP, trained crews can evaluate the helicopters vibration levels in flight. Heli-One has installed Pilot & Copilot Checklist holders; passenger, and crew window vents, emergency push out windows and high back passenger seats with four-point safety harnesses. The modifications are being carried out at Heli-Ones Maintenance facility in Richmond, British Columbia. The modification team, led by Tony Sonnendrcker, is comprised of avionics, structural, and airframe personnel

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WORLD LEADER TOUCHES DOWN AT

Business Career Expo 2007

TO GIVE YOUR CAREER A VERTICAL LIFT

From left to right: Christina Apolinario, Nicole Chan, David Jung, Candace Lim, Charissa Oblea, Andy Lau, Fareen Mohan, Georgia Pahou

Pui-ki (Nicole) Chan Communications Assistant

The 4th annual Business Career Expo, hosted by Simon Fraser University Business and Sauder School of Business was held Friday, March 2nd, 2007, at the Vancouver Convention Exhibition Centre. Hundreds of senior undergraduate students, MBA students and recent alumni from both SFU Business and Sauder School of Business had an opportunity to share their talents and ambitions with CHC and 90 other Vancouver businesses. CHC used this opportunity to increase community awareness, interact and network with future qualified candidates and to launch the Companys new recruitment program: Give Your Career a Vertical Lift. CHC was one of the six top sponsors to the 2007 Business Career Expo. With Heli-One, Global Operations and the Corporate Head Office located in

Vancouver since 2004, CHC is a key player in the local employment scene. The Human Resources department is working hard to increase the companys reputation as one of the regions top employers. The CHC booth, featuring two eye-catching displays, with a well prepared PowerPoint show in between, attracted a great deal of attention throughout the show. HR Advisor, Georgia Pahou, recruited 11 CHC volunteers to answer questions. All CHC representatives were prepared with a summary of opportunities and rewards that the world leader was offering. Laptops linked to the CHC-Ceridian recruitment website (www.chc.ca/employment_global.php) were readily available for a review of job opportunities. Both Georgia and Kyla Foley, CHC Internal Auditor, were impressed by the quantity and quality of the students questions and agreed the majority had done their homework on CHC.

Lastly, Georgia would like to give thanks to all the volunteer recruiters, The team did a tremendous job! They were enthusiastic, worked great together as a team and ensured that CHC was recognized. It was nice to see such great team work with great flow! I couldnt have done it without them.

CHC has gained recognition. The buzz was going around and not only because of the giveaways! People recognized a strong, entrepreneurial company with endless opportunities.

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Atle Fiskum Wins Crack the Code Contest

WITH A LITTLE HELP FROM HIS FRIENDS
To help CHC employees become familiar with updated company policies and a new intranet policy database, CHC conducted an online Code of Ethics and Policies Quiz from Jan. 16 to Feb. 6, offering a trip for two, anywhere in the world (value up to US$5,000), a hand-carved mahogany helicopter model in CHCs new livery and CHC jackets to randomly drawn eligible participants. To be eligible for the draw, participants needed to complete the Quiz before deadline, and correctly answer a minimum of 8 out of 10 questions. 561 employees completed the quiz, with a global average score of approximately 80%.
Pui-Ki (Nicole) Chan Communication Assistant

Fortunes Favorite the Trip Winner

Lady Luck smiled on Heli-Ones Norway Base Maintenance Technician Atle Fiskum, who won the $5000 vacation. Atles name was drawn Wednesday Feb 7, from the 561 participants. He was awarded the prize after the Internal Audit department verified he had answered at least eight questions correctly. In fact, Atle scored a perfect 10 out of 10. When Atle went to work on Thursday February 8, one of his colleagues told him he was the grand prize winner. In Atles words, I could hardly believe it was true, even after I received the congratulations email from (CHC Director of SOX

Compliance) Nancy Montgomery. But I had to trust the email, so I was very happy and excited. I called my wife immediately to tell her the great news. Atle also thanked to his colleagues for helping him win. He admitted that he took little time to study for the quiz and that he and his colleagues in the hanger gathered in front of the computer to Crack the Codes together. I am just the lucky one to win, Atle admitted.
Latest Aircraft Model Goes To Its flyer

Hugh Martin of CHC European Operations in Aberdeen won the aircraft model. Hugh is one of the project pilots preparing for the delivery of CHCs first EC225, and is writing the pilots operations

flight manual for it. While the EC225 wont be serving CHC at Aberdeen until October, Hugh will be going to France early this summer to start the training course. Therefore, CHC will present Hugh with an EC225 aircraft model instead of the offered AW139 although like the customers, Hugh will have to wait a little longer for it to roll off the assembly line. Three additional names were drawn at random: Guy Smith and Melissa Mansfield of Global Operations, Richmond, and Rolf Erik of CHC Europe, Stavanger, won CHC jackets. Congratulations to all the winners, and thanks to all those who participated in the Quiz. To review CHCs revised version of the Code of Ethics, please visit www.chc.ca/investor_governance.php.

Atle Fiskum, left, thanked his colleagues Stian Sliper, Trygve Fjaagesund and Kristen Nielsen for helping him win the grand prize. The only person more thrilled than Atle was his wife Tove (at right). Tove has gone crazy and started planning the holiday at once, Atle said. The lucky couple plan to go to Maldives in the middle of May to celebrate their 29th anniversary (May 13) and Norways National Day.
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CHC DISPLAYS HER WARM HEART to the Communities of Africa

On a blustery winter day recently, almost all of the staff and pupils of the Oranjemund Pre-Primary School (OPPS) descended on the CHC operation as part of an enrichment outing for the children. Arranged through the invitation of the CHC Base Manager, Captain Charles Burger, the children were welcomed to the CHC facility by First Officer Joshua Williams who played the role of host to this collection of three, four and five-year old children and seven of their teachers. Despite having to fend off obscure and strange questions from 104 children, Joshua managed to maintain a semblance of composure and parried everything thrown at him. The children were rewarded by seeing an S76A++ crew change flight out to one of the De Beers Marine diamond mining vessels. The two hour visit flew by in a wink and the visit even made it into the local newspaper. On another occasion, a 30 minute flight in a S76A++ was raffled off, adding $10,000 to the Oranjemund Childrens Fund. The flight was an astounding social school event and success. Captain Jeff Gibson and Captain Johan Joubert flew ZS-RKO, callsign Marine One into the Oranjemund Primary School (OPS) playing fields where CHC Operations Controller Mark Bowyer had already prepared 12 lucky schoolchildren for their flight of a lifetime. The activities also made it into the local newspaper, the Sperrgebiet Gazette and prompted this letter from Mr. Dieter Meyer, the Principal of the Oranjemund Primary School: Friday morning, turned out to be a very special day for twelve children who attend the OPPS and OPS. It seemed as if every child was going to get a chance to fly with CHC that morning, so great was their excitement. It didnt take long for the chopper to land on the cricket field and the twelve most fortunate raffle-winners were strapped into their seats. After flying over Oranjemund for about thirty minutes, the magic ride had to come to an end. The result? Twelve happy children who experienced one of their most exciting days at school ever. and the rest of the school? Well, the children continued to live helicopters for the rest of the day. Every drawing made that day, every sentence written, featured a red, blue and white helicopter in some way. The Oranjemund Childrens Fund committee would like to use this opportunity to thank CHC Helicopters and its staff for this wonderful gift they have given to the children of Oranjemund. Every cent made from the raffle sale that day has been paid into the Funds account and will be used to support needy children! It is indeed wonderful to know that a company such as CHC has gone into all this trouble to make this most positive form of investment in the life of the Oranjemund community and its young ones with particular needs! Hip-hip hurrah to CHC Helicopters. I think that the last paragraph of the letter says it all. It all goes to show that CHC truly does have a warm heart, and one that beats strongly when dealing with all the deserving charities and the magnificent communities that they are located in, both in Africa, and in the global village that CHC inhabits

Jay Gates

One of the defining aspects of what makes a good company great, is how she is held within her local community. What sets CHC apart from the others is that on a global basis, the company cares deeply for the less fortunate in their midst. The CHC base in Cape Town was fortunate to have a small helicopter in its fleet ideal for donating flights as a prize in a charitable raffle, or in a fund raising auction. The excitement that is generated when a charity is offering 6 people the chance of a 20 minute flight in a CHC Longranger, around one of the worlds most scenic peninsulas is palpable. Prime examples from amongst the many local charities that have benefited from this generous example of corporate largesse are the St. Lukes Hospice, which cares for the terminally ill, the Woodside Trust, which cares for Downs Syndrome sufferers, Reach for a Dream which gives deserving children, many with life threatening illnesses, the opportunity to fly, and the St. James Church in Kenilworth which raises money for community outreach programmes. In Namibia, the CHC operation in Oranjemund has always been at the forefront of providing an educational service to its unique community of children.
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Take Off for our new S-92

IN BROOME, WESTERN AUSTRALIA
The S-92 Ferry Crew

From left to right: Maretta Catlin (Flight Standards Officer,) Capt. Andy Fowler, Bronwyn Hughes (Resource Travel Administrator), Ove Kvick (Engineer), Ron Maurer (Check and Training Captain), Syd Harbour (Engineer), Wayne Kemp (Avionics Engineer), Capt Jason Weyling and Capt. John Partridge

CHC Australia was recently given a major challenge: register a new aircraft type within Australia, train sufficient crews (maintenance and aircrew) accordingly and have it completed within six months. This took a lot of organisation with engineers and aircrew having to travel to Florida for simulator and maintenance training. On 10 November 2006, the brand new S92 arrived in Adelaide from Philadelphia. The arrival was much anticipated and heralded a new start for CHC Australia: this was the first of its type in the country. Early on Friday 2 February 2007, nearly eight weeks after its arrival and a lot of hard work, with her name proudly on display, Alice (yes, named after a version of Smokies song, and Alice Springs, located in the centre of Australia), finally made her maiden voyage from Adelaide, South Australia to Broome, Western Australia, (2481km northwest of Adelaide). She is required there for a short term contract which was awarded to CHC Australia for offshore oil and gas exploration with INPEX Browse Basin. First stop was a quick refuel at Coober Pedy - The Opal Capital of the World, (748km northwest of Adelaide). With a population of only 3,500 people, Alice managed to attract attention from the locals who came to see her close up and ask a few questions. Once the formalities

were out of the way it was on to the next stop. Our overnight stop was Ayers Rock, (1315 km northwest of Adelaide). Alice attracted more attention at the airport with even the local police paddy wagon coming to see her depart in the morning. With the heat on the tarmac rising, we departed early for Halls Creek (2145 km west of Adelaide). The scenery was magnificent, and we witnessed the landscape change from barren red dirt at Coober Pedy to the greener grasses of Broome. We landed in Broome late afternoon on Saturday 3 February, and the Broomebased CHC employees and their families were there to greet Alice. A celebration was in hand, and (just) enough champagne was spared to christen Alice. Not surprisingly, the crew enjoyed, at the end of their shift, a Crownie or two (the best beer found in Oz) to celebrate the arrival. The journey was enjoyed by all on-board, particularly because we were able to stretch our legs (standing room only), and the air-conditioning was very welcome. It is really a credit to all CHCs staff Australia and Global - who managed to pull this contract together, facing and overcoming many challenges along the way. And, of course due to this, Alice is finally where she needs to be, in Broome, impressing everyone who lays eyes on her

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CHC Cycles the Cape

Below: Wendy Parsons and husband Andrew. Wendy finished the 109 km race in 3.40 hours. The 109-km Cape Argus course, left, is known to be as grueling as it is spectacular.

Wendy Parsons Financial Manager, Cape Town

The Cape Argus Pick n Pay Cycle Tour is the largest individually timed cycling event in the world. Running for more than 30 years, it attracts approximately 38,000 local cyclists and 2,000 international competitors from around the globe each year. Traditionally held on the second weekend of March, a few of CHCs aspiring athletes took part - among them Pieter Burger (pilot based at George) and I (Africa finance manager) - to cycle some of the most scenic spots in the world. The circular cycle tour covers 109 km of Cape Towns peninsula and is definitely a unique experience for participants and spectators alike. The race follows a course from one side of the Cape peninsula to the other, over mountain passes with views of both the Indian Ocean and Atlantic Ocean.

2007 is the 5th year that I have participated, each year promising to improve on my previous time. The winner completed the race in less than two and a half hours. The more laidback competitors have been known to take up to seven hours to cross the finish line, stopping to take photos and making use of the many massage and medical points en route. Cyclists range in age from 15 to 90, riding bicycles of all shapes, sizes and colours. There are approximately 16 refreshment stations and six medical points along the route. A team of about 2,500 Capetonians volunteer to ensure that all operations run smoothly and efficiently on race day. A carnival incorporating hospitality tents, entertainment and fun awaits the cyclists, their families and friends at the finish at Greenpoint Stadium. The stadium is currently under construction in preparation for the 2010 FIFA Soccer World Cup.

The Cycle Tour is a non-profit event, with all proceeds going to well-known charities where the money is used to develop cycling in local communities

Antonio Acuche 10 YEAR ANNIVERSARY

Tracy Tyndall Base Manager, CHC Africa, Malabo

On November 4th 1996 Antonio Toni Acuche, Assistant Mechanic joined CHC Helicopters when exploration for oil in Equatorial Guinea waters was just beginning. Ten years later CHC and Toni are still together, helping to develop an industry that will continue to bring wealth and prosperity to Equatorial Guinea and its people. Toni has seen a lot of changes over the years, from Canadian Helicopters International to CHC (Africa)-EG, to CHC Global Operations. Base Managers of various shapes, sizes and nationalities

have come and gone, but two things have remained constant: the oil has not stopped flowing and Toni has always given his best effort. This year alone, Tonis efforts in ground handling operations and maintenance contributed to 1,178 flights completed, 4.03 million pounds of baggage and freight handled and 19,261 passengers cared for. Multiply those numbers by 10 and Tonis contribution to our achievements in Equatorial Guinea are considerable. I am fortunate to have worked with Toni in the early years and witnessed the strain, development and achievement. It is with great pleasure that I am the

one to congratulate Toni on reaching this milestone and wish him, on behalf of CHC employees everywhere, continued success

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Whats in a Call Sign?

HOW ABOUT 40 YEARS OF AVIATION PASSION AND A NOD TO TWO GREAT KIDS
Greg Wyght Vice President, Safety & Quality

Rudy Hellingman has just celebrated the anniversary of his 40th year with the CHC/Scheiner Group. In that time he has been a friend, colleague and mentor to many, and has been a valued team member in the success of every operation he has been involved with. Presently, Rudy fills the role of Safety & Quality Manager for Global Operations, with responsibility over the Former Soviet Union, Middle East and India Business Unit. In addition to fulfilling that responsibility, Rudy has spent the majority of his time over the last two years helping Heli-One and CHC Europe introduce new aircraft (AW139), arrange aircraft movements, register/ de-register aircraft and solve general regulatory problem for all three divisions! Those who have worked with Rudy know him as a high energy, high capacity, walking encyclopedia of aviation information

who also happens to be one of the most highly regarded professionals in the industry. That can easily be confirmed by the National CAA in the Netherlands. As two temporary Dutch registrations were required for the two AW139s going to North Denes, Rudy used his good and long-lasting relationship with the Dutch authorities to register the aircraft with the initials of his two children: Immie Eveline and Thomas Rudolf. It is an honour to have Rudy on the Safety & Quality team,

and we are fortunate to have someone of his caliber in the group for 40 years! Thank you Rudy for your dedication and hard work, but especially your friendship and comradery! We look forward to working with you and enjoying your company for many more years to come...as we watch IEH and TRH flying by of course

Captain Philip Walters 1950 2006

Barry Hill CHC Aberdeen

Capt. Philip Walters started flying in the Fleet Air Arm, leaving in 1980 and entering civil aviation in Aberdeen with British Caledonian Helicopters in 1981 flying the Bell 214ST. On their demise he joined British International Helicopters operating the S61N out of Sumburgh and Aberdeen. Latterly he flew the Eurocopter 332L and L2 with CHC Scotia.

Whilst flying in command of a Royal Naval Sea King, Philip suffered what turned out to be a tail rotor failure in the hover. The crew survived the subsequent ditching, but uncertain of the cause of the crash and seeing the aircraft floating half submerged Philip took decisive action to puncture the remaining float with his aircrew knife, thus consigning any evidence to the bottom of the ocean. Fortunately for his passengers Philips commercial career was somewhat less exciting as he travelled over the waters of the North Sea. Philip was a private man who kept his professional and private life separate.

He was an enthusiastic sailor whose first love, after his family, was always the sea. After a year long illness endured with typical humour Philip died on 5th June 2006 aged 56. He is survived by his wife Verity and daughters Lucy and Joanna. One phrase heard repeatedly when speaking of Philip is a true gentleman. He will be sadly missed but fondly remembered by his many friends

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35 Years Service

Captain Eby Klix

On 1 August Captain Eby Klix will celebrate 36 years with the company. Eby is presently flying as a Line Training Captain on the S76 and Dauphin. He is a total aviation enthusiast and at 64, still going strong literally, as hes to be seen out running around Areta Estate after work most evenings.
Bob Evans Training Captain, Nigeria

Ebys love of aviation was inherited from his father who in pre-war Germany was an aircraft builder, designer and inventor. After the war, the family emigrated to the USA, where Ebys father switched from commercial pilot at Lufthansa to builder of aircraft at home, assisted by the young Eby. Eby obtained his fixed wing PPL on a Piper Colt in 1963. When he entered the US Army, he became an aviation mechanic, working his way up to a Chief Inspector within three years, working on Mohawk aircraft. He was finally sent to flight school and carried out his helicopter training on Hughes 269, Bell 47, 204 and 205 aircraft. Because of his previous engineering experience he was posted to Vietnam as the maintenance Officer on a maintenance unit supporting 180 aircraft. When helicopters went down, Eby was the one who went out to the location, made an assessment as to whether it needed to be underslung back to base or could be flown out, and if the latter, hed usually fly it himself. When he left the army, flying jobs and good feelings about Viet Nam were hard to come by in America so he made his way to Europe and was taken on by Schreiner (now part of CHC) with just 1,000 hours experience, on 1 August 1971. He was given an Alouette 3 conversion and went to Iran flying on seismic and gas pipeline survey operations. He was there with his family at a time when a normal accompanied roster was 365 days on, 6 weeks off! In 1975 he was given a Puma conversion on to the old SA330G and

was working on a contract for the Iranian National Gas Company moving staff between mountain-top microwave sites, pipeline survey of the 1,600 mile pipeline and doing occasional sling jobs of pipeline sections when repairs were needed. In 1979 after the Iranian revolution Eby was sent out to Brunei where Schreiner were flying a Puma for offshore operations from Anduki. This was actually a fly-off competition between the S61 (operated by Bristow) and the Puma, but despite the Puma flying for 365 days without even a day of downtime (they had great spares back-up!!), Bristow somehow won the contract. Then Eby was sent to Singapore to do some training, then ferried a Puma via Bali, to Broome, Australia for a 6 month contract for BP. From there he went and flew a Puma 330J in Austria building ski lifts where the engineer was Peter Weisz, now Technical manager for Aero in Lagos. By this time Schreiner had managed to get some of their Pumas in Iran released, so Eby picked up one in Doha and ferried it to Holland, then later ferried one to Nigeria for the new Aero Contractors contract for Agip. When flying the Puma in Nigeria, one of his copilots was Patrick Agbonlahor, now Chief Pilot for Aero.

Captain Eby Klix

offshore, heli-rig and seismic contracts mostly in Sumatra and Irian Jaya, but he operated all over Indonesia and was Chief Pilot for a year. In 1992 he did his Dauphin conversion in Balikpapan on a 365C2 with Stan Gray (then with IAT, now a CHC TRE in Cameroun). From there he moved out to Nigeria where he has remained for the last 14 years and has at various times been Base manager in Warri and at the Agip Base Port Harcourt. He was originally flying 365C2 and N, then Twin Squirrels and later converted to the S76A+ when Aero brought their first one to Nigeria. In his time, Eby has accumulated over 15,500 hours on helicopters, which in the unlikely event of his having flown continuously in a 130 knot cruise, would mean hes flown a helicopter the equivalent of 92 times around the world!

However, at the end of 1981 the Nigerian government cut back the number of expatriate quotas and Eby was posted to Indonesia where, for the next 12 years he flew Pumas and Super Pumas on

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Remembered and Loved

On Wednesday December 27, 2006, seven men lost their lives in a tragic helicopter accident in Morecambe Bay off the Northwest coast of England. All of us at CHC are deeply saddened and shocked by this accident. The crew of the aircraft were Captain Steve Potton and the Co-pilot was Simon Foddering, both of CHC Scotia. The five passengers were offshore employees Les Ahmed, Alf Neasham, Jackie Shaw, Bob Warburton and Keith Smith. All these men were going about their normal business when this tragedy occurred and are all heroes in our eyes; they will be deeply missed. Captain Steve Potton, 51, was respected at CHC as a true gentleman and always had a smile on his face even at six in the morning said a colleague who worked with him. Steve was affectionately known as Spotton and would always go out of his way to help others. It was a pleasure to know him, a tragedy to lose him, another colleague said. Steve had been with the company for more than 20 years and was Chief Pilot at Blackpool, England. Another co-worker summed up what everybody who ever met Steve felt; He was the nicest guy you could ever meet - everyone is devastated.

Capt. Simon Foddering was an experienced pilot, father of two, and fantastic guy.

A statement from Steves family said: Steve Potton was a fantastic husband, father, son and friend. His tragic death has shaken his family, friends and colleagues who have responded with care, love and support for his beloved wife and children. During life, Steve Potton was a man who gave everything freely and without question. He was at ease in any situation and the many who met him immediately liked and loved him for who he was: the life and soul. We have been inundated with condolences from throughout England and even further afield. Steve Potton will always be remembered in the hearts of many especially his wife and children.

Capt. Steve Potton, respected as a true gentleman, would always go out of his way to help others.

Senior First Officer Simon Foddering, 33, joined CHC about a year ago from the North West Air Ambulance service and was a very experienced pilot who started his aviation career in the army. He had two young children and was again and again described as a fantastic guy. In a statement, his family said: "Simon was a sincere, courageous and professional individual who had a charisma that meant if he led you followed. He achieved many things in his short life, namely serving his country in the Prince of Wales Regiment before completing his training and becoming one of the youngest pilots in the army air fleet and serving time in Ireland and overseas. Simon was a devoted and caring father and a loving boyfriend who moved to Preston to be closer to his son and daughter. He will be sorely missed by family and friends. Our hearts go out to the families of the other men involved in the incident and we hope that in time they too find peace as we hope to find

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People around the world

Welcome Aboard
CORPORATE
Canada Blackpool

Alan Jenkins - Co-Pilot, Matthew Greenhalgh Co-Pilot, Niall McLeod - Aircraft Mechanic , Mike Sutton - Chief Pilot
Den Helder

Wes Bews - Corporate Controller, Ping Ren Accounts Payable Analyst, Melissa Sinclair Manager, Internal Audit, Mark Paul Yap Assistant Manager, Financial Reporting, Kate Watson - Senior Accountant, Zahra Kawa Financial Accountant, Heli-One, Corporate, Kasey McCullough - Legal Secretary, Laina Whitta - Billing Officer, Workshops, Heli-OneCorporate, AngelicaBaldonado - Consolidation Accountant, Sergio Aquino - Intermediate Business System Analyst, Sandra Lee - Accounts Payable Manager, Jayne Ralphs - Administrative Assistant, Financial Service, Kyle Roguski Senior Accountant, Global Operations - Corporate, Irene Lee - Expatriate Tax Manager, Shirley Lamarre - Business Systems Analyst Adrien Fiesen - Receiving Inspector, Richard Yu Data Mining Specialist, Tim Ellwyn - Component Workshop Manager, Richard Ruiz - AME "M" Type, Alfred Wang - Tech Records Admin, Jane Wang - Tech Records Admin, Mark Myers Program Manager, Lisa Pelechytik - Tech Records Admin, David Gay - Director, Inv Management & Sourcing, Mark Seifert Component Shop Technician, Andrew Nevison Director, Customer Service and Delivery, Mike Hrehorak - Component shop Technician, Derwyn Plischuk - Shipper, Michael Johnson Apprentice Engine Shop Tech, Lisa Li - Tech Records Admin, Honeyleen Supelairo - Tech Records Admin, Nooshin Towfigh - HR Officer, Steven Bowden, Tom McBride - Director of Business Units, Karen Sawatzky - Technical Recruiter, William Delfino - Avionics AME, Randy Webb - Apprentice AME "S" Type, Priscilla Nand - Office Assistant, Balkar Nijjar Storesperson, Ian Thomas - Director of Business Information - Business Units

JensVilman - Freelance Pilot, Andre Leegwater Ankomend Licensed Engineer, Wilco Jasper Platformmedewerder, Annemieke de Vries Engineering Officer, Erik Coppens - Stagiair Flight Standards, Ian Stockley - Freelance Pilot, Kees-Jan Engelenburg - Assistant Operations Officer, Hans Bckmann - Assistant Operations Officer, Bart Molenaar - Senior First Officer
Dublin

Philomena Burrows - Part Time Administrator

Humberside

Chris Berry - Co-Pilot, Christopher Levery Co-Pilot, Michael Georgiou - Co-Pilot, Michael Foley - Storeman, Jane Beety - Temp Trainee Dispatch Officer, Jamie Chilcott - Trainee Ramp Dispatch, Chris Tunnicliff - Maintenance Coordinator,
North Denes

Rob Muston - Engineer, Jeffrey Mailes - Engineer, Peter Lucas - Sarquip, Loretta Hendy - Base Manager, Alison Husain - S75 Pilot, Keith Beaty- 332 Pilot, Karl Boettcher - 332 Pilot, Mathew Graham - 332 Pilot, Richard Williams 332 Pilot, Jake Turner - RCP East Sale, Renee Boyce - Trainee Head Off, Daniel John - Store Officer, Gary M Roberts - LAME, Peter West RCP Williamtown, Health Scanlon - Touring Pilot, Gemma Haworth - Purchasing Officer, Trevor Parsons to FT Temp, Darwin Stores Supervisor, Lian-Fei Cambell - LAME, Tommy Willison - RCP East Sale, Stephen Nestdale LAME, Mal Upham - Pilot, Brad Baines Williamtown Pilot, Gordon Clarke - LAME, Mark Nicholson - Ops Dili, Martin Burton ACP Canberra, Michael Jarrod - Williamtown Pilot, Lynda Monopoli - Administrative Officer, Rebecca Reid - Receptionist, Glenn Dicker Apprentice, Sam Gibb - AME, Wayne KingStoresperson Darwin, Kyle Booth to FT LST, Vanessa Hutchinson - Logistics Support Officer
Cape Town

Kevin Shears - Storeman, Chris Stephenson Trainee Mechanic, Michael Osborne - Co-Pilot, Richard Watt - Co-Pilot, Jeremy Spencer Aircraft Mechanic, Tom Schmidt - Co-Pilot, Mark Brown - Co-Pilot, Stephen Brough Cert tech
SAR

Wendy Parsons - Financial Manager, Peter Chetty - Accountant, Craig Darries - Bookkeeper, Corne Schabort - Pilot, Marc Perkins - Pilot, Arnold Louw - Cadet Pilot, Ingemar Groenewald - Cadet Pilot
George

EUROPEAN OPERATIONS
Aberdeen

Richard Telfer - Line Coordinator, Geroge Santos - Captain, Bob Findlay - Technical Training Instructor, Sarah Collie - Operations Data Analyst, Lindsay Dickson - Accounts Assistant, Jennifer Stewart - Southern North Sea Scheduler, Mike Reading - GSE Controller, Paula van Germert - Co-Pilot, Tom Flinterud Co-Pilot, Evy Mackland - Scheduler - European Operations, Mitch Reid - Engineering Officer, Keith Bishop - Flight Ops Manager - SAR UK, Tracey Claisse - Compliance Coordinator - Tech Svs, Keith Ward - Aircraft Mechanic, Scott Clarke - Apprentice Enginere, James Grenfell Co-Pilot, Kevan Folan - Co-Pilot, John Dunlop Engineering Officer - Technical Services, Solbjorn Tausen - Co-pilot, Timothy Cousins - Co-pilot, Per Morten Aasgard - Co-pilot, Maggie Muir Temp Ops Data Analyst, Paul Bellshaw Mechanic, Russ Jenkins - Technical Clerk, Louise Marks - Tem Accounts Assistant, Finance Shelley Jennings - Accountant

Andy Bochel - SAR Engineer (Transition Team), Ralph Hall - SAR Engineer (Transition Team), Timpthy Robinson - SAR Engineer (Transition Team), Ricky Groves - SAR Engineer (Transition team), Scott Lobban - SAR Engineer (Transition team), Eric Davidson - SAR Engineer (Transition Team), Stephen Christmas - SAR Captain - UK Transition Team, David Crimmen - SAR Captain - UK Transition Team, Jamie Coulton SAR Co-Pilot - UK Transition Team, Mark Dolan - SAR Engineer (Transistion Team), Mark Hughes - Winch Operator, Mario Testa - Winch Man, Bruce Morrison - SAR Captain, Carl Taylor - SAR Consultant, Giles Duncan - Captain
Shannon

Emile Harris - Engineering Assistant, Lucadio Pietersen - Engineering Assistant

HELI-ONE
Netherlands

Hadi Mahboub, H - Warehouse Operator, Luis Andrade Rocha, L.D - Fright Administrator, Ronald van Bakel - Fright Administrator, Abdel Aknin, A. - Warehouse Operator, Irma van der Baan, I.A.M. - Management Assistant, Nicolaas van Meteren - Contract Administrator, Stephen Hughes, S.J. - Warehouse Operator, John Aarse, J. - Receiving Inpector, Remco van Diemen - Warehouse Operator, Luciano Schelts, L.G - Warehouse Operator, Cerano Zaalman, C.J. - Warehouse Operator, Willeke Luining, W. - Freight Administrator, Jeroen Metzelaar, J.G.H - Safety and Quality Auditor
Halifax

Jospeh Molloy - A&C Cert Technician

Sligo

Mark Andrews - A&C Cert Technician, Kevin Logan - A&C Cert Technician
Waterford

Trevor Hook HESS rep for the Americas, Terry Schofield - Stores / Baggage
Norway

Brody Prideaux - Winch Operator, Colm McCloughry - A&C Cert Technician, Neil Finch - Winch Operator

GLOBAL OPERATIONS
Australia

Barry Box - Engineer, Mark Lee - Engineer, Mark Harbour - Engineer, Gary Nuet- Engineer, Tim Fisher- Engineer, Rebecc Valentine - Tech Records, Jim Miles - Pilot, Neil Miller - Pilot, Richard Snell - Pilot, William Dielenberg - Pilot, Olga Voloditcheva - Admin, Brendon Tadgell Pilot, Ward Bremmers - Pilot, Trevor Lewis Pilot, Sam Liston - Pilot, Lachie Carmichael Pilot, Sam Shearer - Pilot, Alex Crawford - Pilot, Bradley Hanley - Pilot, Richard Emmett - Pilot,

Per Gunnar Edland - Unskilled worker, Lars Harald Bru - skilled worker, Ragnhild Henden - Accountant Assistant, Cato Strandskog - Engineer, Silia Alexandersen - Case Handler/ Secretary, Jon Daniel Dolvik - Skilled Worker, Jan Jeramiassen - Engineer, Rune sterhus Unskilled worker, Steinar Thompson Forwarding clerk, Kristian Steinnes - Skilled worker, Kjetil Tjensvold - Purchaser, John Martin Egeland - Engineer, Martha Elizabeth Stouder - Purchaser, Jan Petter Gottschalksen Skilled worker, Jane Kate Gjesdal - Forwarder, Jan Fredrik Bauge Nyborg - Skilled worker, Ole Petter Torshaug - Skilled worker, Jan Arild Ommedal - Skilled worker, Merete Krogh Hvide - Internal Auditor Sox, Mats Ole Myrlund -

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Skilled worker, Ole Cato Paulsen - Skilled worker, Alexander Lindh - Engineer, Cecilie Olsen Technical records administrator, Vidar Giljebrekke - Stores expediteur, Else Brdvik Accountant assistant, Dag Hetland - Component Planner, Rune Veenstra - Director Business Units, Anne Helen Aanonsen - Planner assistant, Guillaume Guehenenux - Commercial Director, Rolf Brun - Teamleader Major Components

HELI-ONE
Netherlands

Promotions/Changes
CORPORATE
Canada

Cor Westdijk, C.J. - Manager Global Distribution Center, Robert Schepers, P.LH Supervisor FW Support, Jorrit Bolhuis, J.P Coordinator Shop Supplies & Dangerous Goods, Melissa de Valk - Receiving Inspector US, Marlon Pieter, M.R. - Warehouse Operator, Nordin Azaay, N. - Freight Administrator, Goran Pecic, G. - Customs & Internation Distribution Supervisor
Norway

Amanda Hobson - Senior Manager, Treasury, Charissa Oblea - Assistant Director, Financial Servicves- Corporate, Jeannie Jimenez Application Support Analyst, John Mantas Operations Accountant, Global Operations Cororate, Chester Siegfred Tuason - Financial Accountant, Global Operations Corporate

EUROPEAN OPERATIONS
Aberdeen

David Clare - Deputy Chief Pilot, Graham Marshall - Snr Tech (Shift Supervisor), Steve Duthie - GSE Coordinator- Anita Bennett - Customer Support supervisor - European Operations, Jerry Vaughan - Engineering Officer Tech Services, David Clare - Chief Pilot, Mark Perry - Certifying Technician, Katarina Smith - Assistant Accountant, Scott Carmichael - Technical Services Manager Europe, Rab Garriock - Environmental/Safety Management System, Maxine Ackerley - Captain, Andrew Smith - Captain, Ralph Wood - Captain
Blackpool

Stephen Dinsley - CRS (Certifying Staff), Jim Johnsen - CRS, Bjrn K.Miljeteig - CRS, Jan Ivar Jakobsen - Inspection leader, Eirik Yndesdal - Engineer, Hvard Jensen Dahle - Lagleder /CRS, Torbjrn Refsnes - CRS, Ole Petter S.lberg - CRS, Birger Emil Hie Planner Supporting Workshops, Knut Ivar Lilleslatten - Principal Engineer Avionics, Erlend Trane - Component Planner, Trond Herfindal - Certifying Staff, Gunnar Bjrnsson Shift Supervisor Base Maintenance, Roar Hgmoe - Shift Supervisor Base Maintenance
Canada

CHC, Captain Stephen Slade - retired January 4, 2007, after 27 years and 7 months with CHC, Kate Williams - Winch Man, Waterford, Marie Holloway - Employee Relations Manager, Aberdeen, Lee Nash - Co-Pilot, North Denes, Norrie Fraser - Maintenance Supervisor, Aberdeen, Linda McLellan - Accountant, Aberdeen, Mark Robson - Co-pilot, Aberdeen, Conor OMalley - A&C Cert Tech, Sligo, Scott Thomson - Apprentice Engineer, Aberdeen, Johan Dippenaar - A&C Cert Tech, Sligo, ScottSiddorn - Dispatch Officer, Humberside, Ross McKenzie - Cert tech, Aberdeen, Matthew Johnson - Dispatch Officer, Humberside, Steve Slade - Chief Pilot, Cork, Andrew McLean - Commercial Manager, Aberdeen, Steven Duthie - Coordinator, Aberdeen, John Murray Certifying Technician, Aberdeen, Patrick Arkins Certifying Technician, Aberdeen, David Shand Certifying Technician, Aberdeen, Marie McWilliam - Procurement Assistant, Aberdeen, Steve Broomhead - Certifying Technician, North Denes, Jay Gates - Heliport Services Supervisor, Humberside, Kieran Murray - Captain, Aberdeen

GLOBAL OPERATIONS
Africa

Eion Anderson - Fleet Contracts Manager

Transfer
EUROPEAN OPERATIONS
UK & Ireland

Francois du Toit - Accountant, Cape Town, Martin Louw - Pilot Antarctica, Paul Doxy Pilot Namibia, Sigfried Graupe - Pilot Namibia

HELI-ONE
Netherlands

Gary Robinson - Mechanic

Den Helder

Geert Velthuis, G - First Officer (Behalen line check), Floris Zwart, F de - First Officer (Behalen line check), Simon Lourens, S - B Cat 2 Licensed Engineer, Rolf Gier, R de - B Cat 2 Licensed Engineer, Karel Keijzer, KC - B Cat 2 Licensed Engineer, Altes Vries, AP de - Senior First Officer RW, Dennis Groeneveld, DJ - Senior First Officer RW, Ali Soltani, A - Senior First Officer RW, Jeroen Wisse Smit, JCW - Captain RW, Emiel Brounne, E - Captain RW, Rob Duyvis, R - Logistics & Facility Manager, Erik Roozen, EF - Technical Services Manager,
Humberside

Graham Pettican - Captain transferred from Humberside to North Denes, Dan Paulsson Operations Desk Controller transferred from Aberdeen to Norway, Anne - Elin Karlson Operations Desk Controller transfer from Aberdeen to Norway, Ann Christin Dalen Operations Desk Controller transferred from Aberdeen to Norway, Markus Olaleye - Captain transferred from Humberside to Aberdeen, Neil McMenemy - A&C Certifying Technician transferred from Aberdeen to Dublin, Martin Dennehy - Dublin to Waterford, Ciaran Murphy - Sligo to Dublin

GLOBAL OPERATIONS
Africa

Steven Rouse - Maintenance Coordinator, Graham Brumpton - Heliservices Support Supervisor

Ireland

Ken Whittal - Pilot from George to Baku Global, Darryl Smithwick - Base Manager from Chad to Ivory Coast, Rupert Niehaus - Engineer from Sudan to Namibia, Les Beetge - Engineer from Namibia to Brazil Global, J B Burger - Pilot from Cape Town Docks Base to Malabo E G Global, Charles Burger - Pilot from Namibia to Bata E G Global
Australia

Martin van der Linden - Quality Manager Maintenance, Erik van Laar, E.J. - Freight Administrator, Robbert Patijn, R.C.A Consultant, Rick de Ronde, H.E. - Sales Manager International Elwin Rozendaal, E.V.S - Sales Manager International, Peter de Smalen, P.E. - Manager Commercial Department, Mark Stratmann Customer Support Officer Junior, Leon Wevers, J.L.G - Sales Manager Military, Frans van Dooremaal, F.J.M. - Contract Administrator, Erkan Duduk, E. - Warehouse Operator, Serkan Olgun, N.S - Shipping Operator, Nick Starling, N.J. - Global Warehousing & Distribution Manager, Ronald van Bakel Freight Administrator, Jaromir Sojka, J. - Senior Freight Administrator
Norway

Mark Kelly - Deputy Flight Crew Manager (Temp)

North Denes

Tim McDonald, from Australia to Vancouver

Ed Didsburry - Snr Tech/Shift Supervisor

Sligo

Departure/Retired
EUROPEAN OPERATIONS
Den Helder

Peter Downes - Engineering Supervisor, James Herschell - A&C Certifying Technician

Waterford

Neil McAdam - Senior Crewman

GLOBAL OPERATIONS
Australia

Shaun Catlin - Support Services Manager, Mel ONeil - Purchasing Officer, Bronwyn Scott - Deputy Planning Manager

Erwin Schilder, HF - Maintenance Manager, Ben Bagmeye, B - Platformmedeweker, Stefan van der Hulst - Stagiair Mainenance, Meryem Oymak, M - Dispatcher, Niels van Daal, NW - Senior First Officer RW, Robert Heidekamp, R - Stagiair Flight Standards, Jeroen Metzelaar, J - Enginnering Officer, Stefan Dijkshoom, S - Stagiair Flight Standards
UK & Ireland

Ole Petter Bakken - Manager external affairs, Sindre Georgsen - Skilled worker, Jan Reidar Totland - IT coordinator, Tore Lund - Business Manager Engine, Marius Hope- Skilled woker, Torbjrn Roalkvam - IT coordinator, Nina Sundgren - Skilled woker, Bjrg Veronica Eilertsen - Customer Support Officer, Sture Richard Aune - Skilled woker, Stian Larsen - Skilled Worker, Tor Vidar Haugan - Skilled Worker, Steinar Tveit - Skilled Worker, Karsten Ravndal - Purchaser, Egil Jrgensen Skilled worker, Brigt Aartun - Skilled Worker, Kjetil Fuglestad - Programmer, Kurt Taksdal - Unskilled worker

Awards
EUROPEAN OPERATIONS
Den Helder

John Murray - Certifying Technician Aberdeen, retired January 15, 2007, after 28 years with

25 years - Han Royers, Hm - Unit Maintenance Supervisor

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UK & Ireland

35 years - Peter Garland- HCA, 30 years Raymond Smith - ESE Training Officer, Alexander Dykes - Certifying Tech - Humberside, 25 years - Roger Cookson - AS332 Captains, 20 years - Mark Leggett - Captains - BKPL, 15 years - Shaun Friel - Certifying Engineer, Avionics, Grahame Robinson - Certifying Tech, North Denes, Glenn Toop - Sn Tech/ Shift Supervisor, 10 years - Richard Brown Certifying Engineer, A&C, George Hutchison Ireland Dublin Captains, Julie Carnie - Long Term Scheduler, Robert Goodbody - Line Training Captain, Eamonn Burns - Senior Crewman, Shannon, Deirdre Collins - Ireland Shannon Operations, Dara Fitzpatrick - Chief Pilot - WTFD, Michael Whelan - Ireand Dublin Certifying Tech, James Kirwan - Ireland Dublin Captains, Kenneth Walker - Mechanical Engineer - A&C, Patrick Nuttall - AS332 Captain, Michael Pilarim - FDM Advisor/Pilot, Harry Watt - AS 332 Captains, Christopher Keating - Captain

Births
EUROPEAN OPERATIONS
Den Helder

Deaths
EUROPEAN OPERATIONS
UK & Ireland

van Kampen RJA Roeland (Captain) RWs wife had a boy, Joppe Benjamin van Kampen / 14 Sep 2006, Stoffer, AF Ferry (B Cat 2 Licensed Engineer) and wife had a girl / 30 Sep, 2006, Brouune Emiel (Captain) RWs wife had a boy, Mees Brounne / 11 Sep, 2006, Westerburger Arno (Engineer Officer) and wife had a boy, Stef Westerburger / 23 Aug, 2006, de Vries Sandra (Financial Administrator) had a boy, Daan de Vries / 16 Jan, 2007, Brouwer Kees (Aankomend Licensed Engineer) and wife had a girl Thirza Brouwer / 13 Feb, 2007
UK & Ireland

Steve Potton - Chief Pilot, Simon Foddering Co-Pilot, Peter Berend - a retired AME who had worked for CHC for about 37 years, died of kidney failure on July 27, 2006, at 82 in England with his sister by his side. Peter spent much time in the Artic on S61's and was an inspiration to many of us growing up in the company.

GLOBAL OPERATIONS
Africa

Jan Groenewald - George Base Engineering Assistant

GLOBAL OPERATIONS
Africa

35 years - Gavin Spreadbury, 30 years Vivian Fillies, 25 years - Linda Isaacs, 20 years Roger Watt, Ken Whittal, 15 years Melanie Elepen, Charles Burger, 10 years Gladys Fusa, Rene du Toit, Melvin Hendricks
Australia

15 years - Justin Cutajar, Anthony Manchee, David Jibson, David Allan, Loris Tomkinson, Nigel Woolmer, John Millward

Nick Mairs' (Operations Director) wife Stephanie had a boy, Calum / 12 Sep, 2006, Brian Brophys' (Chief Pilot/Line Training Captain Dublin) wife Sinead had a boy, Max F Brophy / 21 Nov, 2006, The Brophys Ann Elin (Op Cell) and partner had a girl, Emma / 6 Jan, 2007, Carol Anderson (Accounts Assistant) and partner scott had a boy, Jack Scott / 23 Jan, 2007, Stephen Emma Middletons' (Ramp Dispatch North Denes) wife Dana had a boy, Archie, Paul Wheates' (Ramp Dispatch North Denes) wife Tina had a boy called Kai

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GLOBAL OPERATIONS
Africa

HELI-ONE
Netherlands

40 years - Ruud Hellingman, R.M.M.

Marriage/Engagement
EUROPEAN OPERATIONS
UK & Ireland

Graeme Day (Cape Town Engineer) and wife Janice had a daughter Savanah Grace / 8 Jan, 2007, Melanie Elepen (Cape Town HR assistant/travel Savanah coordinator) and her husband Morris had a son Aaron / 22 Dec, 2006.
Australia

ROTORTALES CONTACT LIST

CHC Headquarters Vancouver Chris Flanagan Director of Communications 604-279-2493 cflanagan@chc.ca CHC European Operations Aberdeen Karen MacConnell Executive Assistant kmacconnell@chc.ca Stavanger Sidsel Myre Executive Assistant smyre@chc.ca CHC Global Operations Vancouver Nancy Crowley Executive Assistant ncrowley@chc.ca Cape Town Cheryl Pedersen Commercial Executive cheryl@cti.chcafrica.com Adelaide Maria Nikas Executive Assistant mnikas@chcaustralia.com Heli-One Vancouver Christina Gagno Business Support Officer cgagno@heli-one.ca Stavanger Birgit Smeby Executive Assistant bsmeby@chc.ca

Marriage of Katarina Mutohava (Accounts Assistant) to Wayne Smith on 22 Sep, 2006, David Baldry (Ramp Dispatch - North Denes) got engaged to Annie McPhereson

GLOBAL OPERATIONS
Africa

Marriage of Alan Harding (Cape Town Chief Engineer Operations) to Ordene on 25 Nov, 2006

Nigel Edwards (Planning Manager) & Fiance Mandy Rogers are proud parents of son, Mackenzie Thomas / 14 May, 2006, Jack (Pilot) & Amanda Kinross are the proud parents of daughter Amelia Jane / 2 Aug, 2006, Michael (Pilot) & Jenny Perren of Perth, are proud to introduce 3 adorable additions to their family / 14 Aug, 2006,

HELI-ONE
Netherlands

The Perrens

HELI-ONE
Netherlands

Marriage of Azaay, N. Nordin to Brenda Lohy on 20 Nov, 2006

Ravas Nanhekhan, R. and his wife Wahida Arjun had a baby Rayhan Ravas Nanhekhan / 19 Oct, 2006

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