Helicopter Pilots
Steve Askin's childhood friend reflects on adventures together
20 Feb 2017
Steve Askin was a helicopter pilot, former soldier and family man. Seventeen years ago he appeared in an advertisement with a boy called Pewee - who spoke to Checkpoint today.
Footage of Steve Askin… Video, Audio
Chopper pilot tells of the situation in fighting the Chch fire
16 Feb 2017
We get an update from Alan Beck as he comes into land at the control centre. Says the pilots are very experienced and extra resources are being brought in. He is one of the helicopter pilots… Audio
Helicopter operators admit cutting corners
15 Sep 2016
Half of New Zealand's helicopter operators admit cutting corners, and pushing the limits of their aircrafts, according to a new report for the Civil Aviation Authority. Audio
