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Coptersafety Premiers Documentary Short Film, “From the Group Up,” at HAI Heli-Expo
Coptersafety premiered “From the Ground Up” – a captivating documentary short film about helicopter pilots – at HAI Heli-Expo 2024.
“I grew up moving around the world for my father’s career in aviation, and helicopters have been part of my life since I was a baby. I was tired of the false narrative Hollywood movies paint about helicopters,” says Isabella Presnal, Coptersafety’s marketing manager. “Creating documentaries that educate and evoke emotional responses is my passion, and I knew I needed to make a film about the rotor industry’s most important factor: safety.”
With Hollywood just down the road from HAI Heli-Expo, Coptersafety aims to debunk movie misconceptions about helicopter safety with its documentary short film featuring the stories of seasoned pilots.
Andreas Hjert is an air ambulance pilot for Norwegian Air Ambulance flying in northern Norway. Flying different mission types, particularly sling-load operations, Kristian Krog is an aerial work pilot for Pegasus Helicopter. Marthijn over de Linden operates in the wind-energy sector with HeliService, flying and hoisting wind-turbine technicians in the North Sea.
While flying helicopters is their main job, these pilots also oversee the training for their crews in and out of the simulator at Coptersafety. “As training and safety are core of our being, it has been rewarding to be able to produce this documentary about our customers to share the stories of their day-to-day life as a helicopter pilot,” states Hannu Marjoniemi, Coptersafety’s commercial director.
Coptersafety is the largest independent helicopter simulator training center in the world, aiming to improve helicopter safety. The film features Coptersafety’s impressive fleet of Tru Simulation full-flight simulators designed for H125, H145, AW139, and AW169 licensed pilots.
“Tru is proud to be a part of this documentary, and we’re honored to know that our training devices help ensure pilots get home to their families safely at the end of every trip,” shared Tru Simulation’s General Manager Gerald Messaris.
“From the Ground Up” is for the rotor industry, but it’s also for audiences unfamiliar with the industry to gain a new interest. As Marjoniemi shared, “We would hope this film encourages aspiring pilots to seek career opportunities in this unique industry where the safety and wellbeing of pilots, their families, and the rest of the crews and customers are not just essential, but the core of their operations.”
30 Mar/Apr 2024
Jet Shades LLC recently announced the launch of its latest breakthrough product during the much-anticipated 2024 solar eclipse: the Bell 505 Cockpit Windshield Sun Shades. Designed to combat sun glare and excessive heat, these shades provide unparalleled protection and comfort for helicopter pilots.
Crafted specifically for the Bell 505, the new Sun Shades boast an innovative design that seamlessly contours to ensure a perfect fit, maximizing visibility while shielding against the sun’s rays. Pilots can now enjoy a cooler cockpit environment, thanks to Jet Shades’ advanced heat-blocking capabilities that effectively reduce cockpit temperatures by 15-25°F.
The Generation 2 Shades are engineered to deliver superior performance, offering enhanced flexibility and durability. Constructed from a thinner, more bendable and durable optical-quality material, these shades are half the thickness and weight of their predecessors. With the ability to withstand temperatures up to 200 degrees without delaminating, they provide long-lasting protection for pilots.
Key features of the Generation 2 Jet Shades include:
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Reduction of cockpit temperatures: Enhancing the flying experience by creating a comfortable environment for everyone on board.
• 99.9% solar energy blocking: Shielding the skin and eyes from harmful UVA & UVB radiation for added safety.
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Glare reduction and clear visibility maintenance: Ensuring safer navigation by cutting sun glare without compromising the pilot’s view.
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Minimization of eye strain and pilot fatigue: Mitigating the effects of prolonged sunlight exposure, leading to a more comfortable flight experience.
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