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FirstEnergy helicopter crews inspecting thousands of miles of power lines
You may notice more helicopters in the area flying relatively low in the coming months, as FirstEnergy begins its powerline inspections ahead of the summer. FirstEnergy helicopter crews will be ...
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FirstEnergy using helicopters, infrared/ultraviolet technology to inspect power lines
TOLEDO, Ohio (WTVG) - FirstEnergy wants residents in their six-state service area to expect low-flying helicopters over the next several weeks. The energy company will be conducting aerial ...
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Helicopters, Infrared Technology Used to Complete Proactive Inspections of High-Voltage Power Lines in FirstEnergy Service Area
An IR/UV inspection is performed at low-flying patrol speeds between 25 and 35 mph, using an infrared and ultraviolet camera mounted on the bottom of the helicopter. The onboard thermographer uses ...
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FirstEnergy using helicopters, infrared/ultraviolet technology to inspect power lines
An IR/UV inspection is performed at low-flying patrol speeds between 25 and 35 mph, using an infrared and ultraviolet camera mounted on the bottom of the helicopter. “The transmission system is ...