Building better helipads since 1996. Rooftop, ground, offshore—we do it all, right here in the USA. FAA compliant. Built to last. We are #1 for a reason!
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We're headed to Fort Worth! 🚁
Come see FEC Heliports at Booth 711 during the Air Medical Transport Conference, October 26–28 at the Fort Worth Convention Center. Stop by and say hello!
#AMTC26 #AirMedical
eVTOLs are here, and they’re changing so much more than aviation. They’re changing the infrastructure needed to support passenger travel, cargo delivery and emergency response. ✈️🔋
Learn more in our latest guide:
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What is an eVTOL? Our complete beginner's guide breaks down electric vertical takeoff & landing aircraft—how they work, why batteries matter, and what they'll be used for.
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Planning a helipad or vertipad? Start with the aircraft. 🚁
Aircraft type can influence facility design, power, safety, lighting, markings, and future operations.
What should project teams consider before building?
Read our guide:
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Helicopter or VTOL aircraft? The answer can shape your infrastructure.
We break down the key considerations for helipads and vertipads—from aircraft and site planning to charging, safety, lighting, and future operations.
Read the guide:
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We're exhibiting at EMS World Expo in Orlando, Sept 28 to Oct 2! 🚁
Visit FEC Heliports at Booth #028 to talk hospital helipad design, upgrades, lighting, and FAA guidance.
What type of helicopter landing facility does your site need? 🚁
🏥 Hospital/private property → Helipad
🏙️ Higher-volume operations → Heliport
🌊 Offshore/marine → Helideck
The right choice depends on your operation.
Read our full guide:
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Did you know there are different types of helicopter landing areas? 🚁
Most people only know "helipad" — but there's more. Read our guide to find out which one you actually need:
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Planning a helipad? Ask:
✔️ Is the location right?
✔️ Can it support the aircraft?
✔️ Are flight paths clear?
✔️ Is the design compliant?
✔️ Is it built for the future?
Learn more: fecheliports.com/helipads/?u…
Careful hospital helipad design supports first responders, medical flight crews, & patient transport when every second counts. 🏥🚁
Check out our hospital helipads: fecheliports.com/helipads/ho…
Why do so many modern helipads use aluminum? 🤔
Its lightweight design & durability make it a smart choice for demanding environments. Learn about our aluminum helipads:
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Upgrading a helipad ≠ rebuild. 🚁🙌
Aluminum retrofit systems can modernize aging helipads while reducing structural load and minimizing downtime.
✔️ Lightweight
✔️ Corrosion-resistant
✔️ Faster installation
✔️ Failing snowmelt fix
Read our blog: fecheliports.com/blog/alumin…
Aging helipad? You may not need a full rebuild. 🚁
Aluminum helipad retrofits offer a lighter, faster, and more cost-effective way to fix a failing snowmelt system and upgrade safety + performance.
Learn when retrofit makes sense:
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Rooftop or ground helipad? 🚁
The best choice depends on your site, access needs, and long-term plans.
Our latest blog breaks down the key differences:
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Rooftop helipad or ground helipad? 🤔
The best choice depends on your site, access needs, construction goals, and long-term maintenance.
Here’s how to choose the right fit for your project: fecheliports.com/blog/roofto…
What happens when you ignore helideck maintenance? 🚁
Weather, moisture, aircraft traffic, and debris start to wear down critical components.
Read our latest blog to learn more about helideck maintenance:
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Helideck maintenance isn’t optional—it’s critical for safety. 🚁
Lighting, markings, inspections, & surface integrity all impact visibility, compliance, & performance.
Read our latest blog to learn key components of effective maintenance: fecheliports.com/blog/helide…
FEC Heliports is exhibiting at APSCON 2026 in Ft. Lauderdale! 🚁 Stop by Booth 325, Ft. Lauderdale Convention Center, July 15-17. Come talk heliport design with our team.
#APSCON2026
Happy Fourth of July! We're also celebrating the first anniversary of our blog. 🎉 Thanks for being part of the journey. Explore our latest insights:
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Jeff Sterwerf has been appointed to the NFPA Helicopter Facilities committee—helping shape the future of helipad safety and design. 🚁
Read more: fecheliports.com/blog/jeff-j…
