Rescue helicopter open day postponed 3 Mar, 2021 11:05 PM 2 minutes to read The Palmerston North Rescue Helicopter in flight. Photo / File Hawkes Bay Today By: Sue Emeny A Palmerston North Rescue Helicopter open day that was to be held on Sunday has fallen victim to Covid-19 and has been postponed until further notice. A statement said it was important that the rescue helicopter, as an essential service, follow Government edicts and public health official guidelines on cases of community transmission. "While we are disappointed that we will not be able to welcome you all onto the helipad and thank you for your support, we have no doubt that this is the right decision as the health and safety of the community and patients is of utmost importance to us as well as