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Precision Helicopters Equips AS332 Super Pumas with Axnes PNG Wireless Intercom System


Axnes, AS recently announced Precision’s successful integration of the Axnes PNG Wireless Intercom System (WICS) into multiple AS332 L1 Super Puma helicopters, marking a significant advancement for their aerial mission capability and crew safety.


These aircraft are now fully equipped to support United States Forest Service (USFS) contracts, offering unmatched initial attack capability. The Super Puma is a modern multi-mission


BY THE NUMBERS 22,000,000,000


That’s a lot of zeros, but the global UAS market is valued at approximately $22 billion, a number that’s expected to reach $40 billion by 2027. The largest market segment is commercial applications at 60%, followed by consumer drones (20%) and military (20%). We suspect that the last segment is underreported.


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helicopter providing fire agencies with bucket and tank water- dropping, passenger transport, initial attack rappel, and internal and external cargo resupply missions.


Precision is the first North American operator to outfit the AS332 platform with the Axnes PNG system specifically for firefighting missions — setting a new standard in operational efficiency and enhanced crew communications.


The Axnes PNG WICS is a cutting-edge wireless communication solution designed for seamless integration into any aircraft communication suite or as a standalone portable system.


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The approximate number of major helicopter accidents per 100,000 flight hours. There is now less than one fatal helicopter accident per 100,000 hours, thanks to improvements in safety protocols, technology, and training.


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The current percentage of total aviation fuel that is sustainable (SAF) is less than 1%. Regulatory mandates in the European Union aim for 6% by 2030, which may drive an increase across aircraft sectors, helicopters.


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