Containing the OEM data package, the H145 VR simulator once qualified will allow pilots to perform proficiency checks and receive training credits.
Airbus Helicopters SAS, the helicopter manufacturing division of Airbus and VRM Switzerland has formed a coalition to co-develop a Virtual Reality (VR) training device for VRM Switzerland’s twin-engine H145 helicopter. This new and innovative training tool will offer H145 operators an affordable and compact training solution with realistic flight behavior and full-body immersion, meanwhile offering a 3D vision and high-resolution scenery of VR technology.
“As we did with the H125 VR simulator, our Airbus pilots and experts will work hand in hand with VRM’s team, bringing our OEM experience to this affordable, flexible training solution that will surely answer our customer’s requirements while also adhering to our high standards for operational safety. With this type of simulator, the pilot can enter operational scenarios that would be very risky to attempt in actual flight but which bring significant added value to training,” Said, Christoph Zammert, Executive Vice President of Customer Support & Services at Airbus Helicopters.
Airbus Helicopters established their alliance with VRM Switzerland in 2021 to bring the EASA-qualified H145 VR training device to the aviation training market. This enables the H145 pilots to have a realistic training experience and execute complete proficiency checks on the simulator.
Fabi Riesen, CEO of VRM Switzerland commented, “Having already successfully logged thousands of training hours with our simulators, we want to make this technology available to H145 operators by developing a VR flight training device for the five-bladed H145.This will allow H145 crews to prepare for their demanding missions with scenario-based training performed in a safe and realistic environment.”
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The H145 VR simulator contains the OEM data package. Once the simulator is qualified it will allow pilots to perform proficiency checks and receive training credits. It will be used to perform different types of ratings including normal flight, emergency situations, hoist operations, and flight with night vision goggles, as well as instrument ratings.
