New Zealand-based Helicopters Otago has ordered an H145 D3-based H45 FNPT II simulator from Entrol. The Entrol H45 features a replica of the integrated Helionix avionics, including the 4-axis autopilot system. It will feature the Entrol technology package, including the 200 x 70-degree field of view (FOV) spherical visual, the debriefing station to review exercises, the Entrol vibration system and mission scenarios.
Commenting on the order, Graeme Gale, CEO and founder of Helicopters Otago, explained: “We believe a clear communication process is very important for business. Entrol has been very approachable and clear. I am confident this simulator will enhance the safety of our training and will keep our pilots up to date with the complexity of the H145 and the ability to fly all the different IFR/PBN procedures. This simulator feels like a real aircraft, very similar to the H145 D3. It’s fantastic!”
The equipment also got the seal of approval from Andrew McKay, who is in charge of Flight Standards Licensing for the Civil Aviation Authority of New Zealand, who added: “This simulator is easily in the top 10% I have tested.”
