The use of helicopters for transferring technical staff is standard procedure in the North Sea oil and gas industry. As a result, significant attention has been given to its potential for offshore wind. But with most operational wind farms relatively near shore, the cost of using a helicopter has yet to appeal. Those working in helicopter hire admit it is still a small market. Bond Air Services was awarded the first support contract of its kind in the UK, providing helicopter services to Greater Gabbard.
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