Defense Air Operations

FASTER RESPONSE, REDUCED RISK, SAFER TROOPS

ERICKSON’S APPROACH TO NATIONAL SECURITY AIR OPERATIONS

For U.S. military and a variety of other government agencies, Erickson is your key to air superiority. We offer a robust number of aviation solutions to complete critical missions.

With a sophisticated logistical support system and adaptable crew, Erickson is uniquely capable of meeting the dynamic and ever-changing demands of the global tactical environments.

We deliver in difficult circumstances around the world. Our missions include external load, shipboard delivery, troop-transport, Low Cost/Low Altitude (LCLA) airdrops, Short Takeoff and Landing (STOL), MEDEVAC/CASEVAC,Search and Rescue (SAR) and Night Vision Goggle operations. Our aircraft can be configured with special mission equipment, including: Rescue Hoist, Ballistic Protection, and Cargo Roller Systems.

Whatever your mission is, you can rely on our nearly 50 years of proven experience around the globe.When you’re ready for takeoff, contact Erickson. 

  • WARFIGHTER CENTRIC
  • GLOBAL REACH
  • DOD CARB APPROVED, FIXED-WING & ROTARY-WING OPERATIONS
  • NEARLY 50 YEARS EXPERIENCE
  • CERTIFICATIONS: FAA PART 133, 135, 137, 145 | 133 CLASS D | DCMA COMPLIANT

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Proven experience with the DoD

 

Erickson staff are U.S. military veterans

 

Operational Readiness Rate

Featured Locations

  • United States Transportation Command
  • United States Navy, Military Sealift Command
  • Special Operations Command, Africa
  • Special Operations Command, INDOPACOM
  • United States Central Command
  • United States Army

United States Transportation Command

South Dr, Scott AFB, IL 62225

United States Navy, Military Sealift Command

471 E C St, Norfolk, VA 23511

Special Operations Command, Africa

Uganda, Central African Republic, South Sudan, Democratic Republic of Congo, Niger

Special Operations Command, INDOPACOM

Philippines

United States Central Command

Afghanistan

United States Army

Alaska, Hawaii

Featured Case Studies

Learn more about our best successes with defense air operations around the world.

“The quick response and capabilities of the Erickson crew gave the two patients a rare chance for survival.” – Military Flight Surgeon, responding to Erickson CASEVAC mission

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