Working on the North end of Vancouver Island

wrenchingirl · Post by **wrenchingirl** » Tue Nov 01, 2005 5:50 pm

Hi, I will be moving to the North end of vancouver island, I was hoping to get some work as an apprentice. The only shop in the area that I have been able to find is West Coast helicopters in Port McNeil. Does anyone know a little more about this company, as far as their shop goes. IE: how many people work there, if they are busy and if there is any chance they might need an apprentice. Also, is there any other shops in the area (Port Hardy, Coal Harbour etc)

Thank you in advance for any information!

phillyfan · Post by **phillyfan** » Thu Nov 03, 2005 2:10 pm

Hey maybe we should hook up if your coming to the area.

2024 · Post by **2024** » Fri Nov 04, 2005 11:20 am

hey wrenchgirl, you should contact Tofino Air. they operate DHC-2. heard it is a cool place to work.

phillyfan · Post by **phillyfan** » Sat Nov 05, 2005 9:07 pm

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200hr Wonder · Post by **200hr Wonder** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 12:01 pm

Tofino air is in Tofino... the west coast of Van Isle.

I only know of Eagle Air out in Port McNeil, I think they may do there maintnance there as well, not sure would have ot check it out.

rotorhead350 · Post by **rotorhead350** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 4:07 pm

Have not heard very much about them, but what I have heard from a few friends that worked there they run a fairly good show. Nice machines to work on and fly in..................................rotorhead350

bandaid · Post by **bandaid** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 4:42 pm

Also look up Vancouver island helicopters (VIH). Used to fly a lot with that company and knew the owner quite well.

wrenchingirl · Post by **wrenchingirl** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 7:40 pm

Thanks guys for the information.

Eagle air does have its own AMO so I will definately drop by there.

Vancouver Island air does have its own AMO but Its main base is in Cambell river about three hours away. Am I wrong to assume that the maintenance facilities would be there?

I guess it couldnt hurt to also check out all the air services in the area.

Phillyfan, i cant wait to hook up with you! I heard you could do wonders with your three incher!!

phillyfan · Post by **phillyfan** » Sun Nov 06, 2005 9:21 pm

"Three inches" Wide

zero · Post by **zero** » Mon Nov 07, 2005 7:19 pm

VIA does have it's own maintenance in C.R. and they have been looking for a new wrench with DHC-2 experience. Stop in at Sealand while you're in the area, they recently expanded and may be looking as well, they're now located up at the airport...not exactly north island though.

medby · Post by **medby** » Tue Nov 08, 2005 8:19 am

2024 · Post by **2024** » Tue Nov 08, 2005 11:15 am

hey wrenchgirl, never mind the three incher, how about T5 hardness?lol

Jungle Jim · Post by **Jungle Jim** » Tue Nov 08, 2005 8:23 pm

If you're not stuck with staying on the north end of the island, you might try Pavel Novak. He left NA3 to move to Naniamo to re-establish an AMO operation there. He's a good guy to work for. Tell him, Jim with the Stinson in Barrie sent you.

Jim

2024 · Post by **2024** » Thu Nov 17, 2005 8:17 pm

wrenchgirl, if you are not stuck on working on the west coast, i know a grat shop just outside of YYZ. PM me if you want the info

wrenchingirl · Post by **wrenchingirl** » Sat Dec 10, 2005 4:04 pm

Thanks for the information guys! I am comitted to working on the North end, since I am going there to spend some time with my husband (Phillyfan) We've spent 26 of the last 48 months living in different towns from each other and it's time to try out this radical idea of living together for 12 months in row!!! But I will definately keep all this information in mind, since my husband will probably move again. (AND again....)

Once again, thank you everyone for all your tips.

Dash 27 · Post by **Dash 27** » Mon Dec 12, 2005 6:23 pm

I have a friend who works for Prism helicopters, and I do believe they have a base in Port McNiel. Unless that changed in the last year since I last talked to him.

wrenchingirl · Post by **wrenchingirl** » Wed Dec 14, 2005 1:29 pm

Dash 27, I checked their company website and they do indeed have a shop in Port McNeil. Thank you very much for the info. I will definately drop by there when I get to the island.