Fransje van Hoppe

Fransje van Hoppe is an experienced pilot with extensive expertise in various helicopter operations, currently serving at HEVILIFT since June 2017 and at Pacific Helicopters since 2013. Previous work includes contract piloting for Lakelse Air Ltd. in remote mineral exploration, Advantage Helicopters for firefighting with a Bell 204C, and Fireweed Helicopters for similar mineral exploration in the Yukon Territory. Additionally, Fransje has provided heli support for a power project with Oceanview Helicopters and engaged in general aviation activities at Bighorn Helicopters, encompassing firefighting, wildlife surveys, and powerline work. Education includes training at Wintec - Waikato Institute of Technology.