Services Provided

Image of of a helicopter that assisted in the capture of 2 pick up trucks of marijuana next to the seized drugs.

In September 2004 the Aviation Unit assisted the
CNET team in eradication of marijuana. They pulled
over 350 plants which filled two pick-up trucks.

Image of a SP helicopter and a boat used in the search for people who were in the ship that overturned at the Port of Albany.

The Stella Mare ship overturned at the Port of Albany,
Aviation assisted in the search for people in the water.

The New York State Police Aviation unit provides a variety of services throughout the state.

Service to Police:

  • Police support
  • Searches
  • Surveillance
  • Extradition
  • Traffic

Lifesaving

Environmental Conservation