The
Benoni Heliport was designed, constructed and is operated
by the companies C.E.O, Tony Nelson-Esch. Although the Nelson-Esch
group of companies are primarily Manufacturing Engineers
and exporters of circuit breaker and switchgear accessories,
Tony Nelson-Esch's 35 years of engineering excellence has
greatly contributed to the success of the Benoni Heliport.
Way back in 1992 Tony was asked by local helicopter pilots
if a Heliport or Helistop could be built within city limits.
The request turned to dreams, and after months of research,
late night talks and six months of construction, the Benoni
Heliport became Southern Africa's first true Public Use
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Heliport occupies an area of 20 acres of manicured grassed
parklands and infrastructure designed with operational safety
in mind. The facility can accommodate up to and including
performance category 6 (27 000kg). Apart from the exceptionally
large FATO, Benoni Heliport has 5 reinforced concrete park
bays with adequate space for an additional 20 helicopters
on grass pads. The facility has perimeter security fencing
and comprehensive internal service road network.
The Heliport also boasts a Passenger/Crew Hospitality Centre.
The centre includes a Customer Service Counter, Refreshment
Kiosk, Restrooms, Waiting Area, Swimming Pool, Meeting Area
and Heliport Control.
Benoni Heliport offers convenient access to the city's central
business district and its close proximity to Johannesburg
International Airport make it a strategic link for business
travelers, visitors and law enforcement who require fast,
efficient transportation to other localities. Set in a country
environment, the restaurant and pub provide simple but wholesome
meals and refreshment six days a week.
Recreational activities are also encouraged by Benoni Heliport.
Recently, preferred areas have been provided for the flying
of radio controlled model helicopters. Henke Beyers, the
current S.A Champion, is the owner of S.A Modelsport.
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