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Sunshine Coast Awards Winner !
We have been elected Best Large Business Manufacturing at the Sunshine Coast Business Awards. It's a boost to do even better and earn more achievements!
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Meetings November 2025
Helitak participates in exhibitions and conferences around the world. Come see us next time!
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Sunshine Coast Business Award Finalists
Helitak is finalist in the Export and the Manufacturing categories of the Sunshine Coast Business Awards 2025!
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STC TCCA for the FT4250 Fire Tank
Helitak received a Supplemental Type Certificate from Transport Canada Civil Aviation for the installation of the FT4250 Fire Tank
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Helitak engages in fires
In the devastating US wildfires, 9 of 13 UH-60 Black Hawks were equipped with Helitak tanks.
2 ex–US Military Black Hawks join Queensland’s firefighting fleet in Bundaberg.
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EASA FTC
We obtained a EASA STC certification for our 4250 fire tank!
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Helitak on Win News
Appearance in WIN News where we’re featured alongside McDermott Aviation.
The story highlights how two Queensland companies are making a global impact in aerial firefighting.
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Completion of the 100th tank!
Helitak completed its 100th tank in May 2025. A meaningful milestone in the journey of CEO Jason and his team.
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New production facility in CaliforniaList Item 1
Helitak expands its U.S. operations by opening a new facility in California to meet growing demand for its firefighting equipment.
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Aerial strike bucketsList Item 2
Helitak introduces advanced firefighting buckets designed for enhanced precision and efficiency in aerial fire suppression.
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FAA certificationList Item 3
The Helitak FT5000 fire tank receives FAA certification for use on the Sikorsky S-92A helicopter, improving firefighting capabilities.
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Approval for H125 external tankList Item 4
Helitak gains FAA approval for its FT1300 external fire tank, designed for the Airbus H125 helicopter.
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Additional approvals thanks to innovative designs
Helitak’s innovative firefighting equipment design secures further approvals, enhancing its operational capabilities in the aerial firefighting sector.
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Relief to fire zones around the world
Helitak's firefighting tanks and equipment are helping to combat wildfires globally, providing relief to affected regions.
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FAA issues STC for Helitak fire tank on Sikorsky S-92A
The FAA grants a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) to Helitak’s FT5000 fire tank, enabling its use on the Sikorsky S-92A helicopter.
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Growth of operations in the U.S with a factory in California
Helitak increases its U.S. presence by opening a new production facility in California to support growing demand for its aerial firefighting equipment.
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FAA STC for Helitak’s AS350/H125 FT1300 tank
Helitak’s FT1300 fire tank receives FAA approval for use on Airbus AS350 and H125 helicopters, expanding its aerial firefighting capabilities.
