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Leonardo-Finmeccanica Introduces the TH-119 for U.S. Navy Advanced Helicopter Trainer Program


Leonardo-Finmeccanica recently introduced an AgustaWestland AW119 single-engine helicopter variant designated as the TH-119 during the Navy League Sea-Air Space Exhibition in Washington D.C. The aircraft is specifically designed for


military training customers, primarily


the U.S. Navy. The new version features distinctive capabilities and unique features differentiating it from the proven AW119Kx commercial helicopter while keeping certification advantages. Like the commercial AW119Kx, the TH-119 will be built at the company’s Philadelphia facility. With high safety standards, the TH- 119 maintains redundancies on several key systems for maximum safety, while featuring a dual-display Genesys Aerospace cockpit that gives flexibility to instruct from either seat and the option for VFR or IFR (IMC) operations. This makes


the TH-119 the best single-engine solution in the market for training in demanding weather and low visibility conditions. Other features that set the aircraft apart from its competitors include:


• A unique cabin configuration with an additional 180-degree adjustable trainer observation


seat at the base of the


instrument panel, giving the occupant a full view of the cockpit.


• A full night vision device (NVD)-compatible cockpit and cabin with high-visibility cockpit doors and a low-profile instrument panel to ensure maximum visibility from the cockpit.


• Reinforced skids with replaceable skid shoes that support the multiple repetitions of essential touchdown training maneuvers; • Cargo hook and hoist options supporting advanced training events. • A five-fuel cell option that provides more than five hours of flight time with a pressure refueling port that allows for less downtime to refuel as well as “hot” refueling while the engine is still running.


As the U.S. Navy faces increasing challenges to its current training helicopter platforms, the TH-119 helicopter is the best solution for the U.S. Navy at the right time.


Global Offshore Helicopter Industry to Collaborate on ‘Root and Branch’ Review of Safety Across the System


HeliOffshore Chief Executive Officer Gretchen Haskins at HeliOffshore’s second annual conference described how recent helicopter tragedies have strengthened the industry’s resolve to enhance the safety of offshore helicopter operations:


“We owe it to those who lost loved ones in Norway – and in other accidents – to do everything to continue our collaboration and deliver safety breakthroughs,” said Haskins. “Our aim is that no lives are lost due to offshore helicopter transport. Agreements at this conference – and work already underway to share information and expertise across the industry – will help to achieve that.”


Bill Chiles, chairman of the HeliOffshore board, described the commitment of HeliOffshore members to do yet more to ensure safe operations worldwide. “Members have adopted a plan to undertake a fundamental review that will enhance the reliability and resilience of the offshore fleet and the systems that support it – both human and machine,” said Chiles.


The number of educational tracks available at this year’s Airborne Law Enforcement Association Expo, July 18-23


14


in Savannah, Georgia. Rotorcraft Pro will be there supporting the ALEA while seeing our current and future clients!


30 May/June 2016


The centimeter wingspan of a new RoboBee developed by Harvard University researchers. It uses


3


electrostatic material to stick and release from surfaces,


thus conserving battery power during flights. Before long,


that “fly on the wall” may well “bee” a drone!


The number of alternatives a helicopter pilot has to overcome hazardous wind shear:


2


(1) Excess Power (2) Avoidance. Since most rotorcraft aren’t blessed with overwhelming


power, that leaves avoidance as the best alternative … by far.


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