Aerial image of Bluewater Health's helipad in Sarnia. July 28, 2022. (Photo courtesy of Bluewater Health)Aerial image of Bluewater Health's helipad in Sarnia. July 28, 2022. (Photo courtesy of Bluewater Health)
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Bluewater Health tests out new helipad

Residents near Sarnia's hospital may have noticed a helicopter flying overhead Friday morning.

Bluewater Health conducted a helicopter flyover and trial landing at its new helipad.

The hospital said the test is part of ongoing operational and safety planning with Ornge, Lambton Kent District School Board, and Hanna Memorial Public School.

The operational test landing was not a public event. Bluewater Health expects to have a public demonstration in the fall.

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