Fly Over Alaska with Temsco Helicopters in Petersburg
Temsco Helicopters Inc. in Petersburg, Alaska, is a company that helps people fly over some of the most beautiful and hard-to-reach places in the state. Since 1958, Temsco has been operating helicopters across Alaska, assisting with a wide range of tasks—from providing stunning views of glaciers to supporting emergency operations.
In Petersburg, Temsco is located near the local airport. While some of their other bases focus on scenic tours, the Petersburg location primarily supports essential work, such as transporting people or supplies to inaccessible places. Still, every flight offers a unique view of Alaska’s wild landscape, featuring mountains, forests, and ice.
Temsco’s pilots are more than just good at flying—they also know a lot about Alaska. When people fly with them, they often learn fun facts about the glaciers, animals, and land below. It’s like getting a flying tour with a guide who knows the area well.
The helicopters are also used for tasks such as searching for lost hikers, transporting patients to hospitals, extinguishing wildfires, inspecting land from the air, and relocating equipment to remote locations. Temsco’s team is highly trained and certified to handle these challenging tasks safely and effectively.
They utilize various types of helicopters, including the Bell 206, Bell 407, and AS350 AStar. Each one can be set up for different missions, whether it’s carrying people, hauling cargo, or flying tourists. This makes it easy for Temsco to help with a wide range of needs.
Safety is super important to Temsco. Flying in Alaska means dealing with challenging weather and high mountains, so pilots undergo specialized training, and helicopters are regularly checked and maintained. The team takes every step to make sure flights are smooth and safe.
Temsco is also a big part of the Petersburg community. With around 11 to 20 workers at the local base, they help support the town by keeping people connected to places that are otherwise very difficult to access. Their work is invaluable during emergencies, and they also support local tourism by showcasing Alaska’s beauty from the air.
For over 60 years, Temsco Helicopters has been helping people get where they need to go—whether it’s for adventure, science, or safety. Flying with them means seeing Alaska in a whole new way and getting a chance to explore places that most people only see in pictures.
1502 Haugen Dr, Petersburg, AK 99833 | +1 907-772-4780 | https://temscoair.com/