Safety management systems: a successful marriage of humans and technology
Technology can transform safety management systems, but safety principles must also be embedded in company culture. Rob Coppinger finds out what technologies operators are using to ensure safety procedures are…
EO/IR multi-sensor systems in public safety aviation
Today’s advanced electro-optical and infrared sensor systems provide more than just the ability to identify the location of a subject. The AMR editorial team talks to pilots and manufacturers about…
Jop Dingemans, HEMS Commander and Co-Founder of Pilots Who Ask Why, tells AirMed&Rescue why he was drawn to helicopters, how far the industry has progressed on safety culture, and what…
Simulation and other equipment for pilot training is changing, bringing new perspectives to this vital aspect of the special missions sector. Rob Coppinger speaks to companies about the technology they…
Helicopter operations are particularly vulnerable to bird strikes and the risks of drones venturing into airspace. Terry Palmer recommends training to avoid them and other tips for staying safe
Industry voice: Uniquely different: customizing public safety helicopters
There is no ‘standard’ configuration for police, fire, medical or SAR helicopters – each aircraft or fleet must be configured according to its mission. The first step is to define…