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Black Tusk lets K-MAX do the heavy lifting
The K-MAX is a rugged, low-maintenance aircraft that features a counter-rotating rotor system and is optimised for repetitive external load operations. It is well suited to the varied ops of Canada's Black Tusk.
Black Tusk will use the K-MAX to perform external lift projects, including aerial timber harvesting, ski tower setting, firefighting and hydroelectric projects.

Black Tusk Helicopter of Squamish, British Columbia in Canada has taken delivery of a new medium-to-heavy lift K-MAX helicopter. Black Tusk performs varied external lift projects, including aerial timber harvesting, ski tower setting, firefighting and hydroelectric projects.

“Our primary business goal is to offer our clients quality helicopter services and to ensure the longevity of our company through repeat and referral business by continuing to provide customers reliable and safe performance in all areas of our business,” the operator states. “Adding a K-MAX to our fleet is an important step towards ensuring we can continue offering our customers the most appropriate and efficient aircraft for their requirements and particular job needs.”

Kaman senior director of business development Roger Wassmuth adds: “Black Tusk is a highly respected operator, and we appreciate the confidence it has placed in us and the capabilities of the K-MAX. Operators are choosing the K-MAX for its proven repetitive lift capability with unmatched performance in the most demanding environments.”

President of Kaman Air Vehicles and Precision Products Division Darlene Smith comments: “We are excited to add Black Tusk as our newest international K-MAX operator. The reputation of the K-MAX as a highly versatile and capable aircraft is translating into the increased level of interest we are seeing from operators and industry around the globe.”

The K-MAX is a rugged, low-maintenance aircraft that features a counter-rotating rotor system and is optimised for repetitive external load operations. The aircraft can lift up to 6,000 pounds with strong performance in hot and high conditions.

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