Built for the mission. Ready for the challenge.

With decades of aviation and logging experience, Columbia Basin Helicopters specializes in precision long-line operations where experience, aircraft capability, and safety matter.

From remote mountain logging sites to active wildfire zones and complex construction projects, our crews are prepared to deliver dependable aerial solutions in demanding environments.

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AIRCRAFT & HEAVY EQUIPMENT

Built for Demanding Operations

Columbia Basin Helicopters, Inc. provides specialized aircraft and heavy equipment capable of supporting demanding operations in challenging environments. From aerial firefighting and external-load operations to logging, construction, land management, and remote-site support, our fleet is built to perform where capability, reliability, and experience matter.

Forestry
Logging • Aerial Seeding • Forest Management

Fire & Emergency
Wildfire Suppression • Disaster Response • Recovery
Construction
Heavy Lifting • Material Placement • Remote Construction
Utilities
Powerlines • Telecommunications • Infrastructure
Renewable Energy
Wind Energy • Remote Site Support

UH-60L BLACK HAWK

Power. Performance. Versatility.

The UH-60L Black Hawk is a proven military utility aircraft adapted for demanding commercial operations, delivering exceptional lift capability, speed, range, and versatility.

Built to operate in challenging environments, the Black Hawk provides the power and performance required for large-scale aerial firefighting, external-load operations, utility work, construction support, and other specialized missions.

Capabilities Include:

  • Aerial Firefighting

  • External-Load & Long-Line Operations

  • Heavy-Lift Support

  • Utility Operations

  • Construction Support

  • Remote & Rugged Terrain Operations

  • Rapid Equipment and Cargo Transport

UH-1H HUEY

Proven. Dependable. Mission Ready.

A proven workhorse with decades of operational history, the UH-1H Huey provides dependable aerial support across a wide range of utility operations.

Its versatility, maneuverability, and proven performance make the Huey an excellent platform for firefighting, external-load work, utility support, and operations in remote and difficult terrain.

Capabilities Include:

  • Aerial Firefighting

  • External-Load Operations

  • Utility & Construction Support

  • Aerial Spraying & Seeding

  • Remote-Site Operations

  • Wildland Fire Support

HEAVY LOGGING & CONSTRUCTION EQUIPMENT

Ground Support Built for Tough Terrain

Columbia Basin Helicopters, Inc. also maintains a fleet of heavy logging and construction equipment for projects requiring serious ground capability.

Our equipment can support logging operations, wildland fire response, land clearing, road and access development, site preparation, rehabilitation, and other demanding projects.

Equipment Fleet

CAT D8 Dozer
Heavy-duty crawler tractors built for demanding earthmoving, clearing, road building, fire support, and large-scale site work.

CAT 527 Dozer
Purpose-built forestry machines designed for demanding logging and timber operations, including steep and rugged terrain.

CAT D5 Dozer
Versatile dozers well suited for grading, clearing, access roads, fireline construction, site preparation, and general earthmoving.

Additional Heavy Equipment Available
Our fleet includes additional specialized equipment and support resources. Contact Columbia Basin Helicopters to discuss the equipment requirements for your project.

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