FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q. How do I donate to the Westpac Rescue Helicopter?

A. All the information can be found on our support section here. 

Q. How many missions does the Auckland based rescue helicopter fly each year?

A. Approximately 550 missions each year. 

Q. What hours does the rescue helicopter operate?

A. 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, 365 days a year.

Q. What kind of helicopter is the Auckland Westpac Rescue Helicopter?

A. The Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust owns and operates two BK 117-850D2's on behalf of the greater Auckland community. 

Q. If I get picked up by the rescue helicopter will I get charged?

A. No – the rescue helicopter service is free of charge to those rescued. 

Q. Where is the helicopter based?

A. The helicopter is based at 3 Solent St, Mechanics Bay, Auckland (by the Ports of Auckland). 

Q. Can I visit the helicopter at the Mechanics Bay base?

A. You can organise a time to visit the helicopter and crew by emailing us or phoning (09) 950 7205.  You will need  to read and sign the ARHT safety form about the safety requirements of base visits before visiting. 
Please note:

• Visits are allowed only between 0900 and 1800, on any day of the week
  
• Maximum number of persons in a visiting group = 30
• No children under the age of 5
• We can accomodate only one visit per day
• Visit duration is approximately 30 minutes
• Booking must be made as outlined above. 

A. No - the visit is free although some people like to make a donation or purchase some merchandise when they visit the base. 

Q. How many helicopters does the Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust have?

A. There are two helicopters that service the greater Auckland region. 

Q. We’re holding a charity event and want Westpac Rescue helicopter to be the recipient.  Can I get copies of the logos and
    more information on the rescue helicopter?

A.  Thanks for thinking of us.  Please phone Kerrie on (09) 950 7209 for more information.