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AltaLink to perform aerial patrols around central Alberta on May 11-15

May 8, 2026 | 4:49 PM

AltaLink will be performing aerial patrols around central Alberta on May 11-15.

The patrols will be around their electric transmission facilities, which are dispersed around the region.

The annual patrol provides AltaLink with a visual inspection of its transmission lines and surrounding vegetation, helping to maintain the reliability of the grid through proactive maintenance.

Areas where you may see a helicopter:

• Airdrie

• Balzac

• Banff

• Benalto

• Black Diamond

• Blackfalds

• Canmore

• Clearwater County

• Cochrane

• Crossfield

• Didsbury

• High River

• Lacombe

• Okotoks

• Red Deer

• Sundre

All work is slated for completion by May 15, weather-permitting.

When conducting aerial surveys, AltaLink is mindful to minimize disruption to residences, area users, livestock and wildlife, the organization says.

If you have any questions about the aerial patrols, please call AltaLink at 1-877-267-1453.