Which helicopter types does our training cover?
Approved Training Organisation
European Simulation and Training Academy has an Approved Training Organisation (NO.ATO.028) for education and training in accordance with the rules of the European Union Aviation Safety Agency and the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority.
AS350
The AS350 is a powerful and reliable aircraft that has established itself with its unmatched performance, extensive mission equipment options and the safety of its multiple-redundancy system design. With built-in maneuverability, super visibility and low vibration levels in the cabin, the AS350 has earned its reputation as a true multi-mission workhorse.
The true multi-mission workhorse
BELL 429
Known for exceptional speed, range and performance, the Bell 429 helicopter meets and exceeds airworthiness requirements for occupant safety. The light twin helicopter has the perfect balance between rigidity and flexibility, safety and durability. The maintainability and aircraft readiness makes it ideal for executive transport, oil and gas, helicopter air ambulance and law enforcement missions.
500,000 global fleet hours!
In the beginning of year 2022, the Bell 429 surpassed 735,000 global fleet hours and continues to showcase its versatility throughout corporate, HEMS, law enforcement and utility missions. Today, more than 500 Bell 429 aircraft serve an array of customers, offering operators large cabins, intuitive displays and excellent performance.
The twin-engine platform is relied on by law enforcement agencies and search and rescue organizations, like the Swedish National Police, New York Police Department, Canadian Coast Guard, Air Zermatt’s Swiss Alps rescue team and many more. Its optional clamshell doors easily fit litters and unwieldy cargo, allowing for easy passenger and cargo loading and unloading. As for its corporate travel benefits, the cabin offers a luxurious experience and an easy, smooth ride for efficient business travel or personal enjoyment.
BELL 412
Bell 412 is a multi-purpose utility helicopter manufactured by Bell Helicopter Textron. It can be deployed in search-and-rescue, emergency medical service (EMS), fire-fighting, coast guard, airborne surveillance, counter-terrorism, law enforcement and Special Weapons and Tactics (SWAT) missions.
The helicopter is in service with numerous government agencies and police departments across the world. Bell 412 is also used in the Norwegian Armed Forces. It can be configured to function as an airborne command post, an EMS platform, a special operations platform or a homeland security base.
The Public Safety and Energy Helicopter
BELL 525
The Bell 525 is the world’s first fly-by-wire commercial helicopter and is designed to operate safely and reliably in harsh environments with decreased pilot workload. The aircraft features the first fully-integrated touch screen avionics suite designed for helicopters. Bell claims best-in-class payload, cargo volumes and passenger comfort.
With a focus on the oil and gas transport industry in Norway
The Bell 525 is designed to be the best-in-class aircraft expected to support operations in Norway and revolutionize the oil and gas transport industry. It is anticipated to be the first commercial fly-by-wire (FBW) helicopter to be certified. This design architecture reduces pilot workload, increases pilot situational awareness and improves the aircraft’s handling qualities. The Bell 525 is also expected to support Textron’s sustainability objectives by consuming 30 percent less fuel per hour of operation than the heavy class helicopters that fly offshore today on the Norwegian Continental Shelf.
«1st of March 2024 Bell signs the first Bell 525 purchase agreement with Equinor for 10 aircraft. The fleet of 10 aircraft is ordered for North Sea offshore operations, with deliveries expected to begin in 2026.
The 525 offers Equinor superior technological innovation in terms of helicopter safety, reduced CO2 emissions, pilot support systems, passenger comfort and internal and external noise reduction.»
You can read the whole press release on Bell’s webside: https://news.bellflight.com/en-US/235283-bell-signs-first-bell-525-purchase-agreement-with-equinor-for-10-aircraft
BELL 505
The utility helicopter can carry up to four passengers, has a top speed of 125 knots, a 306 nautical-mile range and an endurance of about 4 hours. The helicopter also features a “fully digitally controlled engine” and “advanced avionics that dramatically reduce pilot workload and maximize safety in a multitude of operational scenarios. Along with several U.S. police forces, the Bell 505 has been purchased by the Indonesian Navy, Japanese Coast Guard, Jamaican Defense Force, Montenegrin Air Force and South Korea has chosen the Bell 505 as its next military training helicopter.
«The Bell 505 is renowned for delivering best-in-class value to our customers. Since the students already have knowledge of menu-driven avionics platforms, the 505s advanced avionics leads to better prepared pilots,»
Managing director of Europe and Russia of Bell Textron, Duncan Van De Velde.
