Davenport Aviation delivers H125 to Erie County, New York

Aviation procurement specialist Davenport Aviation has delivered the first of two new Airbus H125 helicopters to Erie County Sheriff’s Office in the US state of New York.

The helicopter will be used to support the department’s growing operational needs in the west of the state, in areas such as around the Great Lakes, Niagara Gorge, and various rural areas.

The aircraft will be outfitted with a range of mission-related equipment to support its operations, which include aerial law enforcement, search and rescue (SAR), and emergency response.

Once the second helicopter is delivered, the two H125s are expected to offer “enhanced operational flexibility, increased availability, and expanded capabilities”.

“Having a second helicopter means our highly trained pilots and tactical flight officers can continue protecting the people of Erie County without interruption,” said Sheriff John Garcia. “When one aircraft is down for maintenance, our operations don’t stop – and with these new H125s, neither does our ability to respond.”

Captain Ryan Rogers, who oversees aviation operations for Erie County, added: “Our aircrew operate in environments where weather changes fast and terrain can be unforgiving. The H125 gives us the performance and power to safely navigate these conditions and reach people quickly. Adding a second aircraft will dramatically increase our readiness and our ability to save lives.”

US Customs and Border Protection recently awarded a contract to Davenport to support its acquisition of an H125 VR simulator from Loft Dynamics.