Indra simulator trains pilots of Hong Kong’s air rescue service (GFS)

Hong Kong’s Government Flying Service (GFS) is now using the H175 flight simulator developed by Indra to train helicopter pilots in charge of carrying out search and rescue (SAR) missions at sea, emergency response, and firefighting.

GFS’ aircraft incorporates several enhancements – including external cameras, thermal cameras, and mission system – that are not part of the standard model. The service required a database that faithfully reproduces the vast areas in which they operate with very accurate 3D terrain modeling.

Indra delivered a system that met the required Level D certification standards and supported GFS throughout the entire certification process to ensure approval with both the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and the Hong Kong Civil Aviation Department (CAD).

GFS’ Head of Pilot Training and Standards, Trevor Marshall, commented: “From the outset we were impressed by the dedication and focus of the Indra team, who worked with us for two years on the development of this simulator, meeting the objectives and exceeding our expectations.”

The Head of Indra Simulation, Rafael Junco, added that the simulator “allows pilots to fly in zero-visibility conditions, land on ships, provide medical emergency services, carry out firefighting, as well as surveillance and rescue tasks in mountainous areas and at sea. Pilots can train to fly in complex weather conditions and react to any unexpected situations.”

Earlier this year it was announced that Indra would develop an H225M helicopter full mission simulator (FMS) for the Republic of Singapore Air Force (RSAF).