Updates

November 12, 2024

Approved Training Organisation

August 15th 2024, ESTA finally became 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. ESTA will offer training based on Norwegian and worldwide conditions and scenarios. We are also building a powerhouse for aviation at Stavanger Airport, Sola,

June 11, 2024

European Simulation & Training Academy (ESTA) Partners with USI to Deliver RPAS Training Best Practices

ESTA, part of NADG, is revolutionizing aviation training with a cutting-edge center near Stavanger Airport, Norway. Focused on offshore helicopter and RPAS operations, ESTA’s partnership with USI brings world-class, safety-driven certification programs to Europe. Combining traditional aviation expertise with emerging drone technology, ESTA is setting a new standard for the future of aviation training.

1 March 2024

Bell Signs First Bell 525 Purchase Agreement with Equinor for 10 Aircraft

Bell has partnered with Equinor to deliver 10 state-of-the-art Bell 525 helicopters for North Sea operations starting in 2026. The Bell 525 offers groundbreaking safety, reduced emissions, and unmatched comfort, setting a new standard for offshore missions.

“This partnership marks a leap forward in offshore aviation,” said Danny Maldonado, Bell’s CCO. Represented in Norway by the Norwegian Aviation and Defense Group, Bell aims to transform the region’s energy sector with its innovative fly-by-wire technology and advanced reliability.