As has been the case for several years now, summer is marked by intense fire seasons that put a strain on the helicopter fleets dedicated to firefighting campaigns in Europe and around the world. Among them, Heliswiss International’s Columbia 107-II Vertol, an iconic twin-rotor helicopter, suffered a technical incident requiring rapid intervention nearby. It was in this context that we welcomed the aircraft to our facilities at the Jean Sarrail Aeronautical Center in Istres while it was being repaired.

Within the Mercure Hangar, the helicopter was given its own dedicated space alongside our Super Puma helicopters. This arrangement enabled Heliswiss International‘s technical teams to work in our state-of-the-art facilities using specialized equipment. Our logistics department made a real difference thanks to its proactive inventory management and smooth operations, which optimized downtime.

This collaboration with Heliswiss International is a fine example of mutual support, expertise, and responsiveness in the service of essential missions. The teams at JJGK Aero are proud to have contributed to getting the Columbia 107-II Vertol back in the air. We would like to thank Heliswiss International for their trust and this exemplary collaboration.