SPAES GmbH & Co. KG collaborated with ØSTNES Helicopters AS on a modification project for a fleet renewal. This project involved cockpit modifications and equipment upgrades to nine new Airbus H125 helicopters. SPAES, as a Part 21J organisation, was responsible for obtaining the certification for the cockpit modifications, which were classified as a Minor Change.
The modifications made to the helicopters include the installation of a flashlight with a holder in the rear luggage compartment, extra headset jacks for Active Noise Reduction (ANR) for both the pilot and co-pilot, and a dedicated Push-to-Talk (PTT) button for easy tactical communication. Additionally, a new 28 Volt CD / 20 Ampere socket was installed for specific equipment needs.
A VHF FM radio for tactical communication, a Flightcell DZMx Satcom device with GPS, Iridium, and GSM antennas for enhanced communication, and a sensor on the baggage compartment door that provides a warning in the cockpit if the door is open was also installed. The helicopters received an upgraded transponder from Garmin GTX 335R to GTX 345R, as well as a Maximum Pilot View Kit (MPVK) to improve the pilot’s visibility, especially downward. Furthermore, the helicopters were painted with a new, customized painting scheme to reflect the branding.
“We are pleased with the successful cooperation with ØSTNES Helicopters AS on the modification of nine Airbus H125 helicopters. This project has once again demonstrated the importance of smooth coordination between all parties to ensure the highest safety standards,” said Fabian Passler, responsible Project Manager at SPAES.
For more information about SPAES's products, services and other advanced aviation solutions, please contact [email protected].About the company SPAES:
SPAES GmbH & Co. KG is a growing company in the aviation industry. Specialized in tactical mission equipment and medical systems, the portfolio includes products and services, but also design and certification of special equipment, own products and EMS systems as well as their integration and certification in airplanes and helicopters which will be certified in accordance with European aviation regulation and standards.
As an independent EASA Part 21J Design Organisation SPAES offers the execution of Supplemental Type Certificate (STC), Minor Change and Minor Repair in the area of avionics, cabin interior, structure, electrical systems, NVIS and medical equipment.
In our own EASA Part 21G Production Organisation we manufacture customer specific and own products as well as installation KITs with CoC or EASA Form 1, which are installed in the aircraft by Part 145 Organizations.
Joachim Schanz, owner and CEO of SPAES, founded the company in Mannheim in 2014. In 2019 the headquarters was moved from Mannheim to Karlsruhe.
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