Power Line Survey with JetRanger ZK-HOC

  Another good catch at Rangiora on 07-08-2025 was the Beck Helicopters Ltd Bell 206B JetRanger                                                                      ZK-HOC3 c/n 1227.

It carries a camera and LiDAR sensing equipment below and electronics wizardry in the rear. 

Because this is a reasonably low level flying activity it wears 'POWER LINE SURVEY' script on the lower fuselage.

It has been used in this role for some years now.

Below a note from the Beck Helicopter Facebook page.

We have received many inquiries regarding our ongoing activities.

Currently, we are conducting low-level power line survey for power companies.

This operation is executed under the guidance of a contracted team located in the helicopter, ensuring the accurate collection of data.

The helicopter is equipped with both a camera and a LiDAR system.

The camera is programmed with GPS coordinates to target specific points, primarily concentrating on cross heads and hardware.

Meanwhile, the LiDAR, which is mounted on the belly of the helicopter, employs light detection and ranging technology to utilise lasers for distance measurement and the creation of 3D maps.