Heli Austria to Operate Simulators from VRM Switzerland
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Heli Austria Flight Academy will operate two virtual reality training devices from VRM Switzerland. The Robinson R22 simulator will be utilized to modernize basic helicopter pilot training within the Academy. The Airbus H125 simulator will enable training and checking of commercial pilots.
“Heli Austria is constantly searching for innovative solutions to improve flight safety. To reduce the environmental pollution is another objective of the company. With the training solution from VRM Switzerland, we have found a product which also supports our efforts in a cost-efficient manner.” said Roy Knaus, CEO of Heli Austria.
“Scenarios can be trained that meet the requirements of the respective crew member. Manoeuvres and emergency situations can be trained in this simulator which are too risky in the real helicopter,” added Philipp Köhle, who is responsible for Crew Training.
“It is difficult to find qualified helicopter pilots. For this reason, Heli Austria operates its own Flight Academy to give young talents the opportunity for a continuous career as a pilot and our company long-term employees. It is important to us that pilots have a positive attitude towards simulator training in a realistic device. The simulators bring us a step closer to achieving this goal,” comments Roy Knaus.
VRM Switzerland’s system creates a full-body immersion, providing the pilot the feeling of sitting in a real helicopter. The dynamic motion platform allows the pilot to precisely feel changes in attitude and touchdown on the ground. The pilot's movements are displayed in the VR environment, enabling operation of the cockpit including haptic perception.
A built-in flight assistance system assists the instructor in guiding students through basic maneuvers, enabling training to obtain a private pilot’s licence. A wide range of training options are covered, from commercial pilot training to special operations such as external sling load operations (HESLO). Various emergency procedures, including autorotations with landing and tail rotor failure, can be practiced without risk.
VRM Switzerland achieved the world’s first aviation authority qualification of a Virtual Reality Training Device with its Robinson R22 Training Solution.
