Location

The Helicopter Rescue Service has been operational from Pontives (Val Gardena) since the summer of 2003.

Our Headquarters were constructed in less than three years by the ‘Aiut Alpin Dolomites’, thanks to the generous offers of supporters and to contributions made by the Province of Bolzano and Regions of Trentino/Alto Adige.

Constructed in accordance to the law and experience matured over the 16 years of activity in the field of emergency mountain rescue. The structure is equipped with a helicopter hangar and a garage for the maintenance of the vehicles, as well as a large space reserved for the crew which is divided between resting area, study/recreational area and office. Furthermore, we have constructed a night Helipad in the eventuality of emergency night flights that may apply down the way in Italy too, which already take place in nearby Austria and Switzerland.