Annual Vegetation Management Aerial Patrols to Begin in June

Beginning on or around June 12, 2022 (weather permitting), First Energy Flight Ops will be conducting Annual Vegetation Management Aerial Patrols. The project is expected to conclude in September 2022.

Vegetation Aerial Patrols will cover all transmission facilities system-wide annually and are intended to identify conditions that may be a threat to the safety and reliability of the transmission system. The helicopter will be flying at a speed of about 35-40 mph above or alongside the lines and may circle around for a closer inspection if needed.

Vegetation Aerial Patrols cover all transmission facilities system-wide annually and are intended to identify conditions that may be a threat to the safety and reliability of the transmission system. The pilot will be in communication with any local Airports, when in their airspace.

If you have any questions, please contact Shayne Smith, Regional External Affairs Consultant, at 800-545-7741.