The objective of Part 133 is to maintain a safe operating environment for helicopter external load operations. This Part prescribes rules that are in addition to, and exceptions from, the general operating and flight rules contained in Part 91, for persons performing a helicopter external load operation.
Part 133 does not apply to operations involving the suspension of a person beneath a helicopter, or the towing of a person by a helicopter, for sporting or recreational purposes.
Download the PDF version of the rule consolidation of Part 133 [PDF 120 KB] or browse the content below.
Consolidations of the Civil Aviation Rules are for reference – they are not the official versions of the rules – to view those, see 'history of amendments'.
The history of amendments below, when expanded, shows copies of the original issue, amendments, and re-issues of this Part. Other legislative changes shown are for reference – to view the full version of the relevant amendment Act, see www.legislation.govt.nz(external link)
| Amendment | Effective date | NPRM | Summary of submissions |
|---|---|---|---|
| Initial issue [PDF 753 KB] | 5 April 2025 |
For an archived version, which includes history of amendments under the 1990 Act, please see Part 133 archived.
