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Genesys Teams With Airbus To Introduce IFR Capabilities For The H125.

Posted by dgualdo on 10/03/2023
Posted in: Airbus Helicopters NEWS, World Helicopter NEWS. Tagged: , , , , , , , , .

PRESS RELEASE – Mineral Wells, TX (March 8, 2023)

Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog Inc. company, announced that it will work jointly with Airbus Helicopters for the development of Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) capabilities for the single engine H125.

The Genesys Helicopter Suite™ to be certified will allow Airbus H125 operators expand the helicopter’s mission capabilities in all weather conditions. The avionics solution is composed of dual IDU-680 EFIS displays, Genesys VHF NAV/COM aircraft digital radio, Genesys IFR helicopter autopilot, dual redundant ADAHRS, dual GPS/FMS, and other equipment required to achieve IFR certification. The DO-178C Level A, IFR certified, IDU-680 displays offer high-resolution LCD glass depicting 3D Synthetic Vision, Highway-In-The-Sky (HITS), Enhanced HTAWS terrain awareness, Integrated FMS, Hover Vector, and many more features.
The STC project is scheduled for completion by second half of 2024. Initially the certified solution will be offered for Airbus factory new H125 deliveries in North America with follow-on approvals expected in other countries, which allow single engine IFR operations.
“Genesys is excited to partner with Airbus to offer an avionics solution to the H125 that allows an affordable option for IFR operations”, states Jamie Luster, Genesys Aerosystems Director Sales and Marketing. “We expect the IFR option to be a popular choice in civil and special mission applications.”
“The H125 remains an unrivaled product thanks to its continuous improvements. This new IFR feature will expand the helicopter’s mission capabilities in all weather conditions especially for critical missions such as public services, including Law Enforcement and EMS, and enhanced training” said Jérome Ronssin, Head of Light Helicopters Programs at Airbus Helicopters. “The choice to partner with Genesys was made based on their extensive experience in designing state of the art avionics and in particular their experience certifying platforms for IFR operations.”

About the Genesys Helicopter Suite™
The Genesys Helicopter Suite™ provides increased operational effectiveness through a complete, comprehensive, and affordable cockpit system certified for single engine IFR operations. The Genesys Helicopter Suite™ includes the following system components:
● EFIS Glass Upgrade – Customizable Primary and Multi-Function Flight Displays
● FMS – Flight Management
● SVS – Synthetic Vision System
● HITS – Highway-In-The-Sky flight symbology
● HTAWS – Helicopter Terrain Awareness & Warning System
● IFR Helicopter Autopilot
● Radios – VHF Navigation and Communication aircraft radio
● Sensors – Includes all necessary sensors to enable single engine IFR operations

About Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog Inc. Company
Genesys Aerosystems is a leading provider of integrated avionics systems for military and civil customers. Genesys Aerosystems’ avionics systems can be offered individually or integrated to provide an entire cockpit solution. Its synthetic vision Electronic Flight Instrument System (EFIS) revolutionized safety in low-level flight operations and is now approved on more than 700 aircraft and helicopter models. Genesys Aerosystems’ VFR and IFR approved autopilot solutions are available for both fixed-wing and helicopter aircraft. With more than 1000 flying globally today, Genesys autopilots are certified and available on many aircraft makes and models. For more information, visit www.genesys-aerosystems.com.

Leonardo: Mercy Flight Central contracts for IFR-Variant AW119Kx.

Posted by dgualdo on 25/08/2021
Posted in: HEMS / SAR, Leonardo Helicopters NEWS. Tagged: , , , , , , .

PRESS RELEASE – Rome  17 August 2021

  • Mercy Flight Central signed a contract for four helicopters with the IFR variant, with delivery of the first aircraft expected in 2022
  • The world’s first fully FAA IFR-certified single engine in decades, this aircraft allows safe operations in low visibility and challenging weather conditions combined with high performance and cabin space, while maintaining single engine economics
  • Nearly 360 AW119s sold to more than 130 customers in 40 countries to date to perform a wide range of roles, including EMS, fire-fighting, law enforcement, passenger transport, training and government/military duties

Leonardo announced today that Mercy Flight Central, a medical provider located in western New York, has signed a contract for four IFR- certified AW119Kxs for EMS transport missions. Delivery of the first aircraft is expected in 2022.

These new IFR capable aircraft will allow in-flight critical care and the transport of patients within Mercy Flight’s 150-mile service radius. The AW119Kx in its latest variant is the first single engine helicopter in decades to meet current IFR requirements without compromise, which will allow Mercy Flight pilots to operate the aircraft safely during low visibility and the challenging weather conditions common in this region, due to advanced avionics from Genesys Aerosystems and redundant flight systems.

The IFR-capable AW119Kx is an ideal entry point for commercial and public service operators who seek the highest level of safety and performance while operating in demanding conditions but keeping single engine economics. This combines with the AW119’s unique light-twin like multiple redundancies of critical systems and cabin spaces, while delivering outstanding reliability and safety.

“We are very excited to introduce the AW119 to the communities we serve,” said Jeff Bartkoski, President/CEO of Mercy Flight Central. “This aircraft will enable us to reach those in critical need with added safety and operational enhancements that will advance our care for decades of future use.”

“We are incredibly pleased to continue our partnership with Mercy Flight Central,” said William Hunt, Managing Director of Leonardo Helicopters U.S. “Their acquisition of an IFR-certified AW119 will greatly aid their first responders who routinely fly life-saving missions in inclement weather and will provide efficient cabin configuration for patient transport and care, enhancing the superior service they provide to their community.”

The AW119Kx IFR received a first order in the US EMS market in 2020. This latest sale continues to grow the share of Leonardo helicopters in the North American EMS market, which now totals around 100 across a fleet of AW119s, AW109s, AW169s and AW139s.