Helicopter port inspections

Offshore flight operations stay safe and uninterrupted when helidecks and fuelling systems remain fully compliant. Heliport inspections identify risks across landing areas, lighting, firefighting equipment and refuelling infrastructure before they disrupt operations. Control Union deploys multi-skilled inspectors who cover multiple disciplines in a single offshore visit, reducing flights, costs and downtime.

    Safety and compliance through heliport inspections

    Control Union conducts helideck and fuelling system inspections aligned with the latest edition of ICAO Annex 14 and CAP 437 standards, giving operators recognised proof of compliance. Inspectors are equally versed in local guidance documents such as NOGEPA Industry Standard 100 and HSAC Recommended Practice 163, so regional requirements are covered without additional coordination. Helicopter fuelling systems are inspected against CAP 437, NOGEPA 100 and JIG 4. This single-source approach closes gaps between international mandates and local regulations, keeping offshore aviation assets audit-ready.

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    Gain control, insight and certainty for heliports

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    Full physical asset assessment

    Each survey covers the landing area, lighting systems, rescue and firefighting equipment, refuelling system and operational processes, so no critical element is overlooked.

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    CAP 437 compliant friction testing

    Control Union operates a global fleet of CFME friction testers that automate data collection, storage and processing, pinpointing non-compliant surface areas with documented accuracy.

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    Perimeter net drop testing worldwide

    Drop tests on sacrificial perimeter net panels verify compliance and safe operations. Tests run at workshop locations worldwide, independent of offshore schedules.

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    Multi-skilled inspectors reduce offshore flights

    Certified experts master multiple disciplines simultaneously. Fewer specialists needed per mobilisation cuts flight costs and time, a decisive advantage where every helicopter seat counts.

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    Fuelling system integrity verification

    Inspectors review filter changes, hose testing and differential pressure gauge calibration, confirming that the refuelling system operates safely and meets specification requirements.

    How we work

    Toward control, insight, and certainty

    The strength lies in the combination of inspection expertise, advanced data systems, and global practical experience.

    Step 1

    Inspectors assess all critical aspects of the helideck and its surroundings, establishing a clear baseline of physical and operational condition.

    Step 2

    Verify safe operation of the fuelling system, reviewing maintenance records for filter changes, hose testing and gauge calibration.

    Step 3

    Control Union delivers a detailed inspection report with findings, photographic evidence and prioritised recommendations for improvement.

    The proof to your promise

    Compliant helidecks, safer operations

    Control Union keeps offshore aviation assets verified, documented and regulation-ready, so flight operations continue without compliance interruptions.

    • Inspectors hold safety training for both oil and gas and renewables (GWO) sectors, allowing seamless deployment across platforms, rigs and vessels without additional certification delays.

    • Small maintenance tasks such as line replacements and filter changes happen during the inspection itself, reducing the need for a separate maintenance mobilisation.

    • Tablet‑based inspections capture findings digitally, enabling reports to be issued promptly so teams can act without unnecessary delay.

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    Because Control Union has no ties to insurers or maintenance contractors, every helideck inspection delivers 100% objective findings free from conflicting interests.
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    Proof to your promise

    Frequently asked questions

    Heliport inspections apply to offshore platforms, drilling rigs and vessels. Both helicopter landing areas and fuelling systems are covered within a single service scope.

    Control Union supports urgent requests and weekend deployments. A digital portal helps manage assets, track certificates and support efficient inspection planning.

    The report includes a detailed description and photographic evidence of every nonconformity found, along with prioritised recommendations for corrective action.

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