Thursday, October 9, 2008

What's Blazing At Astrum!!!

 

Well its all About Family Time Today!! Mr. Gustavo Sr. had the grill blazing up!! It was a Guatemalan Cook Out!! Once I thought though we would have had charred beef but Paul came to the rescue and calm the flames with a bucket of water. The end result was super!! The food was delicious I have to say it's true men can cook better than women SOMETIMES!!! It was also amazing since it was the first time we all had lunch together. Family time is always sweet. To share some of our fun enjoy the pictures below.  

Head Chef - Mr. Gustavo Sr. 

I could do this all the time

Assistant Chef - Paul 

I got things covered 

Oops!! You blazing too much over there Mr. Gustavo Sr.

 Paul stop smile & help 

Salad Specialist - Vinicio

Wash your hands before cooking 

Together Time

Hmm!! I did a good Job

Edward I haven't eat as yet

 This looks so good & not enough space on the plate

Ada this is sooo good

 Their is not a word to express the flavour

This food is Divine 

Victoria 

The Astrum Family

One Big Happy Family

Victoria Forman

info@astrumhelicopters.com

Monday, September 1, 2008

First Belizean Company To Receive Air Operator Certificate (AOC)

Today is a day of great Accomplishment for our company Astrum Helicopters. As we are the first Belizean Company to receive our Air Operator Certificate BCAR OPS 3 - 001. With years of hard work from Mr. Marco Vinicio Franco our Director Of Maintenance; his hard work finally got paid off today. Below enjoy the Pictures of our final process to victory!!

Mr. Jose Contreras - Director Of Civil Aviation

Mr. Jose Contreras

Mr. Nigel Carter - Operations Officer Of Civil Aviation

Mr. Nigel Carter

Mr. Ismael Perrera - Airworthiness Officer Civil Aviation

Mr. Ismaeal Perrera

Mr. Gustavo Giron Sr. - Director Of Operations Astrum Helicopters

Mr. Gustavo Giron Sr. 

Mr. Marco Vinicio Franco - Director of Maintenance Astrum Helicopters

Mr. Marco Vinicio Franco

Mr. Jose Contreras & Mr. Gustavo Giron Sr. - Victory in Hand

Mr. Jose Contrera & Mr. Gustavo Giron Sr.

Victoria Forman
info@astrumhelicopters.com

Thursday, August 14, 2008

Astrum Helicopter's New Members of The Family!!!!

 

They say animals are man's best friend and I agree!! They are always sweet and loving and the best part they don't talk back!!! It is never a dull moment when new animals are found at  our Heliport. Everyone comes out and view them and some of us get pretty daring. So I would like to share those happy moments with you of our Astrum's wildlife family from Snakes to Scorpion and our newest member Butch. He is a mix with Rottweiler & Doberman! Butch is spoiled!! You see, everyone loves him up and especially his Grandpa Gustavo who always buys him new treats & toys. We each take turns to watch, play or walk him and even endure his mischievousness at times. But all in all he is a very smart and obedient dog and takes commands well. Below are pictures of our new FAMILY members!! Enjoy

Slime

Slime Say CheeseGustavo enjoying a moment with Slime
Ed Becareful

Scar

Jorge Becareful 

Lizette

 Getting alittle early morning Sun

Goliath

Heading into his Cave 

David

Taking a break out this cave

Flash

Getting some Early morning Sun

Gallia

Relaxing on the bank

Butch

The Baby of the Bunch

Monday, August 4, 2008

Lights Camera Action!!!

  

Everyday is a unique day at Astrum's Heliport. Some times it can be slow but sometimes it comes with alot of ACTION!!! The Tiger Aspect Production Crew from London filming stop in on their trip to Belize to film with our Bell 206 B3 Jet Ranger Helicopter. They were doing a documentary in Belize and we were proud to be apart of it. They are the first production crew to use our GYRO Stabilizer Mount. This mount makes filming smooth and easy.

Camera on Gyro Mount              Camera on Gyro Mount 

It was so much fun to see the Helicopter do tricks in the Air and move like it was soooo easy!! One trick I like especially was the Hammer head! Oh boy!! I wanted to be in the Helicopter so bad!! Everybody had their own responsibility in this Documentary shoot. My role was the Astrum Helicopter's photographer, Gustavo Jr. was the Overseer, and Gustavo Sr. was the pilot. Working with Helicopters is a very fun job and days like today you really appreciate the opportunity to work with them. Below I have provided some of my work for your enjoyment.

 Getting ready for take offAction Time!!

Bell 206 Take OffRunning Take off Jet Ranger Actor Taking a Run For It

Actor to Vehicle Filming in the Helicopter

Gustavo Jr & Sr.

Victoria Forman

Monday, June 23, 2008

News Release: Aerial Film Helicopter Services in Belize

Belize City, Belize, June 23, 2008 – Astrum Helicopters announced today the delivery of its new Aerial Exposures Gyro Stabilized Platform equipped with 4 KS-8 Gyros from Kenyon Laboratories.

The Aerial Exposures Gyro Stabilized Platform is based on the use of Kenyon Laboratories Gyro Stabilizers. Depending on the camera weight and the amount of stabilization required the system uses either two, three or four high powered gyro stabilizers. Stabilization is provided in all three axes. The Gyro Stabilized Platform with 4 Gyros can accommodate cameras up to 25 lbs*.

Astrum Helicopters is expanding its services to accommodate the growing market in Belize requiring helicopter services.

Gyro_Platform_01 
Canon XL H1 with 2 KS-8 Gyros

Gyro_Platform_02 
Panasonic DVCPRO50 with 4 KS-8 Gyros

About Astrum Helicopters

Founded in 2004, Astrum Helicopters is the first company to offer commercial helicopter services in the history of Belize.

Astrum Helicopters provides consumers with on demand, reliable, fast and affordable helicopter transportation between Belize City, local airports and private heliports. All flights utilize state-of-the-art Bell 206 helicopters configured for four and six passengers.

Astrum Helicopters is headquartered in Belize City, Belize. For more information, please visit www.astrumhelicopters.com.

Thursday, June 12, 2008

Sunny Day equals Fun times!!

 
Today is another superb sunny day in Belize; and I got to share it with my new friends -Tiffany, Frank, Chris and Sathiel. Our day started as I met them at the Fort Street Tourism Village for the first time. As with all my clients the little bird in the back of my head began to singing I hope they like me!! As we walk along the pier to van I  took a glance at everyone and saw the excitement on their faces. As we all arrive at the van we were greeted by the gleaming smile on Paul's face. We were all tuck in the Van and our Journey began as we head to the Astrum Helicopters Heliport.

As the tour began We all enjoy the laughter of each other as we look at the cities attractions and positive interchange of questions and information. I even got a smile out of Frank!! Thirty minutes later we arrived at Astrum Helicopters Heliport.

Astrum's Heliport

The Bell 206 Long Ranger

Gustavo Jr. was anxious to meet us. We laughed for a few as everyone make themselves at home because here at Astrum we are all family. As they watch the Preflight Safety DVD I bet I heard a few hearts pounding as the time is getting closer to an amazing flight over this beautiful Jewel we called Belize. Soon the time came and everyone got buckled in there window seats ready for a spectacular flight. Me & Gustavo Jr. said our goodbye's as in a heart beat they were up and soaring over Belize City & the reef.

City Over Flight

Belize City North

St. Georges Caye

St. Georges Caye

The Barrier Reef

The Barrier Reef

RCCL Enchantment of the Seas

Enchantment of the seas

Final View of the City

 Belize City port

Since everyone was gone on their Helicopter Adventure I sat and ponder for a moment on the beautiful Sunny day and how it just warms your heart and especially how it was raining for the past week you really appreciate it more. Soon before your know it, I heard the Helicopter getting ready to land. I wondered if everyone had an awesome time! But before I could ask the question, I could see the big smile on Tiffany's face. I know it was a hit!!! As we all greet each other after the flight, everyone was amazed about the beauty of Belize and what they had all seen (manatees, rays, cayes, their ship etc..). They all express there gratitude to our wonderful and skilled pilot with over (11,000 hrs) Mr. Gustavo Sr. as with out him the experience would be nothing. Few minutes later the photo shoot began group pictures, single shot, couples it was sooo fun.

Helicopter Photo Shoot

Helicopter photo shoot 2008

Frank getting ready to take us for a spin!!

Frank

Come closer & closer group shot

Group pic Frank, Sathiel, Tiffany

It all brought out the kid in us! Unfortunately the day had to end at some point but the memories of today will last me for a lifetime and to all who shared it with me. I am sure with the smiles and comments from everyone they all had a well spent day in Belize!! So as an invitation to all on your next Travels to Belize choose Astrum Helicopters and come spend Fun Times with us.

Astrum Helicopters Family

Astrum Family

Victoria Forman
info@astrumhelicopters.com

Wednesday, June 4, 2008

Tropical Storm Arthur from the Air

Aerial pictures of Tropical Storm Arthur that generated heavy rainfall in Belize over 36 hours, resulting in flash flooding, 5 fatalities and 2 missing persons.

The pictures where taken aboard Astrum Helicopters (www.astrumhelicopters.com) on our first recognizance flight early morning on June 2, 2008.

Humming Bird Highway

Humming Bird Hwy 01 Humming Bird Hwy 02 Humming Bird Hwy 03

Heavy Equipment overturned by river

Heavy Equipment turned over by river

 Humming Bird Highway into Dangriga

Humming Bird Hwy into Dangriga 01 Humming Bird Hwy into Dangriga 02 Humming Bird Hwy into Dangriga 03

North Stan Creek River Mouth at Dangriga

North Stan Creek River in Dangriga

Citrus Flooded

Citrus Flooded

Kendal Bridge missing (Souther Highway, Sittee River)

Sitte River - Kendal Bridge missing