Use of helicopter lift in lieu of conventional barge transport to move 30,000 tons of construction equipment and materials to build 2 pools on Avell Island, Que, reduced transport costs and increased maximum payload per day; multiple slings for nonstop loadings were prefabricated, and loads were made up in advance and positioned on specially-devised frame on top of truck; converted bomber release, controlled from cabin, enabled pilot to release loads instantaneously at site.
Contractor cut costs, won contract using helicopters instead of barges
Eng Contract Rec
Engineering and Contract Record ; 77 , n 3
1964
2 pages
Article (Journal)
English
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