Helitowcart
Helitowcart is a Quebec-based specialty manufacturer of electric-powered helicopter ground-maneuvering equipment — tow carts, heli carriers, and aircraft-specific wheels — plus seat cushions and accessories, serving commercial helicopter operators, flight schools, and owners across 30+ helicopter models in over 100 countries.
- Company typePrivate
- Founded2001
- HeadquartersSaint-nicolas, Canada
- Headcount11–50
- GTM typeB2B
- OfferingHardware or Manufacturing
What Helitowcart does
Helitowcart is a privately held Canadian specialty manufacturer (founded 2001, headquartered in Saint-Nicolas / Lévis, Quebec) that designs and sells helicopter ground-maneuvering equipment and accessories for over 30 helicopter models. Its core products fall into two groups: (1) towing and carrying solutions — Light Tow Carts (V201/V301 for Robinson aircraft), Universal Tow Carts (V600 series with joystick control, 300 W motors per traction wheel, 24 V electric lift), and Heli Carriers in Light Duty (V910/V1018) and Heavy Duty configurations for both skidded and wheeled helicopters including Bell 212 and S-92 platforms; and (2) accessories — model-specific ground-handling wheels for Robinson, Bell, Airbus, MD, Enstrom, and Gimbal helicopters, the Heli-Cushions seat-cushion line (HC-159, HC-198, HC-350, HC-120R3, HC-300, HC-400, HC-400-RHR, HC-44), Mini Dollies, Towbars, the certified EPR44 External Power Receptacle (STC-approved in Canada and the U.S.), Wheel Racks, and Floor Protectors. The technical differentiation rests on battery-powered electric operation with intelligent electronic controllers, de-rated gear mechanisms that maintain traction when a wheel loses contact, aviation-grade aluminum components, and energy-absorbent seat-cushion designs.
The company operates a direct-to-consumer go-to-market via its multilingual e-commerce storefront (shop.helitowcart.com) and a 'Get a Quote' sales channel for larger capital equipment, shipping from its Quebec facility to customers in over 100 countries. Revenue is generated almost entirely through one-time hardware purchases, with unit prices ranging from approximately $46 for spare parts to over $8,500 for heavy-duty tow carts; hydraulic wheel sets for larger Bell and Airbus aircraft carry the highest price points ($4,390-$6,960). Customer segments are diversified across commercial helicopter operators (mining, firefighting, hunting, fishing, air taxi, VIP, utility), flight schools, and individual Robinson/Bell/Airbus helicopter owners with no single named-account concentration visible. The company holds Supplemental Type Certificates in both Canada and the U.S. for the EPR44, which functions as a regulatory moat for that product line. In 2018, Helitowcart divested its Bearpaw product line to Aero Design to refocus exclusively on helicopter moving solutions.
Helitowcart firmographics
Firmographics- Name
- Helitowcart
- Legal name
- Helitowcart
- Website
- https://helitowcart.com
- Company type
- Private
- Founded year
- 2001
- Operating status
- Operating
- Headcount range
- 11–50 employees
- Short description
- Helitowcart is a Quebec-based specialty manufacturer of electric-powered helicopter ground-maneuvering equipment — tow carts, heli carriers, and aircraft-specific wheels — plus seat cushions and accessories, serving commercial helicopter operators, flight schools, and owners across 30+ helicopter models in over 100 countries.
- Ownership category
- akta.pro rank
Helitowcart industry classification
Industry- Product category
- Helicopter Ground Handling Equipment
- NAICS
- Other Aircraft Parts and Auxiliary Equipment Manufacturing (336413), Aerospace Product and Parts Manufacturing (33641)
- SIC
- Aircraft Parts & Auxiliary Equipment, Nec (3728), Aircraft & Parts (3720)
- akta.pro primary industry
- Rotorcraft Cabin Interiors & Mission Equipment (IMABABAJ)
Keywords
Where Helitowcart is headquartered
LocationHeadquarters
- HQ city
- Saint-nicolas
- HQ country
- Canada
- HQ region
- North America
Offices1 record
Markets served
Helitowcart business model
Business model- GTM type
- B2B
- Offering type
- Hardware or Manufacturing
- Cost components
- Supply Chain, Personnel, Operations, Technology or R&D, Marketing or Sales, Infrastructure
Revenue model
- Hardware Sales - Ground Handling Equipment: Sale of helicopter ground maneuvering equipment including tow carts, heli carriers, wheels, towbars, mini dollies, and accessories. Products are sold as one-time purchases with no recurring fees.
- E-commerce Accessory Sales: Online sales through shop.helitowcart.com for accessories including wheels, seat cushions, spare parts, and smaller items. International shipping with regional delivery times.
- Aftermarket Parts and Accessories: Sale of replacement parts, seat cushion covers/foams, and optional upgrades for existing helicopter ground handling equipment.
Pricing tiers
| Model | Billing | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Robinson Helicopter Wheels - R44/R66 Single Wheels (Pair) |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Robinson Dual Wheels for R44/R66 |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Bell Helicopter Ground Handling Wheels |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Airbus Helicopter Ground Handling Wheels |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Light Tow Carts |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Robinson Pod Wheels |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | MD Helicopter Wheels |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Enstrom Helicopter Wheels |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Gimbal Helicopter Wheels |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Spare Parts |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Mini Dollies |
| Unit Pricing | Pay-as-you-go | Heavy Duty Hydraulic Wheels |
Go-to-market motion1 record
Distribution channels3 records
Marketing channels4 records
Helitowcart product offering
Product offeringCore offering
Helitowcart designs, manufactures, and sells electric-powered helicopter ground maneuvering equipment (tow carts and heli carriers) plus a broad line of helicopter accessories including ground handling wheels, towbars, mini dollies, seat cushions, external power receptacles, wheel racks, and floor protectors. Products are engineered for specific helicopter models across manufacturers such as Robinson, Bell, Airbus, MD, Enstrom, and Gimbal.
Product overview
Helitowcart manufactures high quality and innovative helicopter ground maneuvering equipment, operating in over 100 countries worldwide. The product portfolio consists of two main categories: (1) Towing Solutions including Light Tow Carts (V200 series for Robinsons), Universal Tow Carts (V600 series with joystick control), and Heli Carriers in Light Duty (V910/V1018) and Heavy Duty versions for both skidded and wheeled helicopters; and (2) Helicopter Accessories including ground handling wheels for multiple helicopter manufacturers (Robinson, Bell, Airbus, MD, Enstrom, Gimbal), seat cushions in various models (HC-159, HC-198, HC-350, HC-120R3, HC-300, HC-400, HC-400-RHR, HC-44) for different helicopter types, Mini Dollies, Towbars, External Power Receptacle (EPR44), Wheel Racks, and Floor Protectors. The company also offers spare parts including L Pin Kits for mechanical wheels.
Differentiator
Problem solved
Functional benefit
Brands
- Heli-Cushions: Helicopter seat cushion product line including models HC-159, HC-198, HC-350, HC-120R3, HC-300, HC-400, HC-400-RHR, and HC-44 for various helicopter models including AS350, H125, H120, H130, B505, and R44.
Products and services
- Light Tow Carts Electric-powered towing devices for light helicopters (Robinson R22, R44, R66) with AT44 attachment block, pneumatic tires, silent battery-powered operation, and independent traction motors per wheel.
- Universal Tow Carts (V600 Series) Heavy-duty electric tow carts with 300-watt motors per traction wheel, de-rated gear mechanisms, 24V electric lift, and joystick control. Compatible with multiple helicopter types including Bell, Airbus, and Robinson models.
- Heli Carrier - Light Duty Ground handling carrier for light-duty skidded helicopters. Models include V910 and V1018. Adapted to support Bell 505 JetRanger X as of July 2017.
- Heli Carrier - Heavy Duty for Skidded Helicopters Heavy-duty ground handling carrier for larger skidded helicopters. Models include V1000 and V1032, including support for Bell 212.
- Heli Carrier - Heavy Duty for Wheeled Helicopters Ground handling carrier designed for wheeled helicopters. Models include V1060 for Agusta AW109 and V1062 for Sikorsky S-92.
- Robinson Helicopter Single Wheels (R22, R44, R66) Ground handling wheels for Robinson R22, R44, and R66 helicopters. Feature aviation-grade aluminum wheel heart, pivotal skid pin, adjustable height, removable arm, with Easy Roll, Regular, or gel-filled tire options.
- Dual Wheels for Robinson R44/R66 (incl. Clipper/Marine) Dual wheel kits for Robinson R44 and R66 helicopters providing improved weight distribution. Includes the Clipper/Marine variant launched in May 2021 that allows float-equipped aircraft to be moved across grass, gravel, dirt, and asphalt with 2.25" ground clearance.
- R44/R66 Pod Wheel with Long Shaft Ground handling wheel designed for R44/R66 helicopters equipped with POD or Basket. Features telescopic and removable handle for compact storage.
- Mini Dollies Standard and heavy-duty dolly pairs (with brakes) for helicopter ground handling, providing fast, strong, and safe movement.
- Helicopter Towbars Towbars for helicopter ground handling operations, compatible with various helicopter models including Robinson.
- External Power Receptacle (EPR44) Quick-connect external APU power receptacle for Robinson R44 helicopters with Canadian STC SH11-46 and U.S. STC SR03080NY. Fits universal aircraft three-prong APU plugs for safe power transfers.
- Wheel Rack Hangar wheel storage rack compatible with Easy Roll, Regular, Pod, Clipper, and factory Robinson wheels. Multiple racks can be installed together for larger fleets.
- HC-159 Crew Seat Cushions Energy-absorbent (crashworthy) crew seat cushion for AS350/H125, EC120, EC130, and Bell 505 helicopters with memory foam, comfort foam, adjustable lumbar support, and fire retardant coating.
- HC-198 Crew Seat Cushions (Gen 2) Energy-absorbent crew seat cushion (Generation 2) for newer-generation AS350 B3e and H125 helicopters with memory foam, comfort foam, and adjustable lumbar support.
- HC-350 Bucket Seat Cushions Bucket seat cushion for AS350/H125 pilots flying long hours with memory and comfort foam combination and adjustable lumbar support.
- HC-120R3 Rear Seat Kit Rear seat cushion kit for EC120/H120 helicopters seating 3 people, with multiple fabric options and easy installation.
- HC-300 Rear Flat Bench Seat Cushions Rear flat bench seat kit for AS350/H125 seating 4 people, available in 18" or 20" lengths with side straps for seat belts; positioned for utility operators.
- HC-400 Rear Individual Seat Cushions Rear individual seat kit for AS350/H125 seating 4 people, available in 18" or 20" lengths; ideal for utility work and air taxi operations.
- HC-400-RHR Rear Headrests Rear headrest kit for AS350/H125 helicopters including 4 headrests, designed to complement HC-300 and HC-400 rear seats.
- HC-44 Seat Cushions for Robinson R44 Seat cushions for Robinson R44 helicopters sold as separate items (covers, foams, headrests), available in single and dual tone fabrics.
- Bell Helicopter Ground Handling Wheels Ground handling wheels for Bell B206B Jet Ranger, B206L Long Ranger, B206L/407/427, and B505 Low/High Skid helicopters in mechanical and hydraulic variants; dual wheel designs reduce twisting and strain on skid tubes.
- Airbus Helicopter Ground Handling Wheels Ground handling wheels for Airbus AS350, AS355, H125, EC120, and H130/EC130 helicopters in mechanical and hydraulic variants with universal frame compatibility.
- MD Helicopter Ground Handling Wheels Mechanical ground handling wheels for MD 500, MD 520, and MD 530 helicopters.
- Enstrom Helicopter Ground Handling Wheels Lightweight and easy-to-carry ground handling wheels for Enstrom F-28 and F-280 helicopters.
- Gimbal Cabri G2 Ground Handling Wheels Ground handling wheels for Gimbal Cabri G2 helicopters with lightweight aviation-grade aluminum body, telescopic arm, and Easy Roll or 9" pneumatic tire options.
- L Pin Kit for Mechanical Wheels Replacement L-shaped pin kit for mechanical helicopter ground handling wheels, including metal pin, coil spring, washer, and clip; compatible with multiple BDW wheel models.
- R44 Floor Protector / Cabin Trays Interior protection accessories for Robinson R44 helicopters providing floor protection and cabin trays.
Quantifiable outcome
- Easy Roll wheels make pushing helicopter 20 to 30% easier on flat hard surfaces
- +3 more outcomes
Companies that use Helitowcart
Customer profileSegments5 records
Ideal customer profiles3 records
Helitowcart technology and API
TechnologyTechnology focussed No
API detail
- Has API
- No
- API docs
- API detail
Core technology
AI maturity
App detail
Feature7 records
Helitowcart partnerships and signals
Strategic signalPartnerships
One partnership is on record.
- Aero DesignminorAero Design acquired the Bearpaw line of products from Helitowcart. This acquisition allowed Helitowcart to focus more on their growing market for helicopter moving solutions while Aero Design assumed responsibility for the Bearpaw product line.
Scale indicators2 records
Recent moves7 records
Expansion highlights6 records
Helitowcart competitors and assessment
Company assessmentBroad incumbents
- Hydro Systems (D GSE Group): Hydro Systems produces aircraft dollies, tripods, and jacks for rotorcraft and fixed-wing MRO, with overlapping product categories in tow bars, jack stands, and ground handling.
- JBT AeroTech: JBT AeroTech supplies a broad portfolio of airport and hangar ground support equipment, including aircraft tow tractors and ground power units used in rotorcraft MRO and FBO operations.
- Malabar International: Malabar manufactures aircraft jacks, tow bars, and ground handling equipment for commercial, business, and rotorcraft operators, serving the same MRO buyer base as Helitowcart.
- Tronair: Tronair is a large manufacturer of aircraft ground support equipment (jacks, tow bars, tripods, ground power) across both fixed-wing and rotorcraft, with overlapping helicopter tow and ground handling categories.
- Cavotec: Cavotec supplies ground support equipment including ground power, charging, and tow systems to airports and hangars, addressing the same FBO and MRO customers as Helitowcart.
- Aero Specialties: Aero Specialties manufactures and distributes ground support equipment (tow bars, jacks, ground power) widely used in business aviation, helicopter, and FBO operations.
- TLD Group (TLD Asia): TLD is a global ground support equipment manufacturer producing tow tractors, belt loaders, and air-start units sold into the same aviation MRO and FBO channels as Helitowcart.
Emerging players
- Dedienne Aerospace: Dedienne Aerospace specializes in aircraft cabin and cockpit equipment (including ground support tooling and seat/maintenance products), with adjacent presence in the helicopter interior and accessories market.
Direct peers
- Aero Design: Aero Design acquired Helitowcart's Bearpaw product line in 2018 and is a direct competitor in helicopter ground handling wheels, dollies, and tow equipment for civil rotorcraft operators.
Others
- Sicma Aero Seat (Zodiac/Zodiac Aerospace / Safran Seats): Sicma Aero Seat (now part of Safran) is the OEM of the helicopter crew and passenger seats that Helitowcart's Heli-Cushions line (HC-159, HC-198, HC-44, etc.) is designed to fit and refurbish, making it a complementary ecosystem participant.
Market position
Strengths4 records
Weaknesses5 records
Competitive moat6 records
Key risks6 records
Key highlights6 records
Customer concentration
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Frequently asked questions about Helitowcart
What does Helitowcart do?
Helitowcart designs, manufactures, and sells electric-powered helicopter ground maneuvering equipment (tow carts and heli carriers) plus a broad line of helicopter accessories including ground handling wheels, towbars, mini dollies, seat cushions, external power receptacles, wheel racks, and floor protectors. Products are engineered for specific helicopter models across manufacturers such as Robinson, Bell, Airbus, MD, Enstrom, and Gimbal.
Is Helitowcart a public or private company?
Helitowcart is a private company. It is classified as unknown and is currently operating.
When was Helitowcart founded?
Helitowcart was founded in 2001. It employs 11 to 50 people.
Where is Helitowcart based?
Helitowcart is headquartered in Saint-nicolas, Canada, in the North America region.
How does Helitowcart make money?
Three revenue lines are on record. Hardware Sales - Ground Handling Equipment is the primary driver. The others are E-commerce Accessory Sales and aftermarket Parts and Accessories.
Who are Helitowcart's main competitors?
Broad incumbents on record are Hydro Systems (D GSE Group), JBT AeroTech, Malabar International, Tronair, Cavotec, Aero Specialties and TLD Group (TLD Asia). Dedienne Aerospace is listed as an emerging player. Aero Design is listed as a direct peer. Sicma Aero Seat (Zodiac/Zodiac Aerospace / Safran Seats) is listed as an others.
Does Helitowcart have an API?
No public API is recorded for Helitowcart.
What industry is Helitowcart in?
Helitowcart's product category is Helicopter Ground Handling Equipment. Its primary akta.pro industry code is IMABABAJ, Rotorcraft Cabin Interiors & Mission Equipment. Its NAICS code is 336413 and its SIC code is 3728.