Transgrid will begin helicopter patrols this week as part of routine inspections of its major electricity transmission lines through the Upper Hunter.
The aerial assessments will run until Sunday 8 March, weather permitting, and will cover communities in the Singleton, Muswellbrook and Upper Hunter local government areas, extending north to Tamworth.
Transgrid says the helicopter patrols help detect safety risks earlier and support physical inspections of towers and lines by ground crews.
Communities may notice low‑flying helicopters as aerial images are collected to assess the condition of the network. The company says any vegetation encroachments identified along the transmission corridor will be addressed promptly to maintain safety clearances and reduce the risk of bushfires.
The inspections form part of ongoing efforts to keep the electricity network safe and reliable during the hotter months.
