17-Mar-2025Source: Trakka Systems
The Chino (CA) Police Department’s Airborne Unit enhanced its public safety capabilities by outfitting their new state-of-the-art Bell 505 helicopter with Trakka Systems’ Total Mission Solution (TMS). This advanced suite of critical vision technologies includes the TrakkaCam TC-300 Gen II EO/IR imaging system, TrakkaBeam TLX high-intensity searchlight, and TrakkaMaps TM-100 mapping and video management system.... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: Airbus Helicopters
New York State Police has placed an order for an Airbus H160 and three H145 helicopters, making them the first law enforcement agency in the U.S. to add an H160 to their fleet. This announcement follows the agency’s order of two H145s in 2024 as New York State Police moves to replace their existing helicopters.... Read more
12-Mar-2025Source: BlueLight Commercial
Airbus Helicopters UK has been awarded the contract to supply seven new H135 helicopters to support the National Police Air Service (NPAS). The National Strategic Board has worked in partnership on this Fleet Replacement Programme with BlueLight Commercial, the National Police Air Service, the Home Office, the National Police Chiefs’ Council and the Association of... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Airbus
Airbus Helicopters has introduced its H140 at the vertical lift industry show VERTICON in Dallas, Texas. The multi-mission helicopter raises the bar in the light twin-engined category, for performance, cost-effectiveness, and passenger and crew comfort. Editor note – this was predicted by HeliHub.com in September 2023 See > Airbus testing significant upgrades to H135 The... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Schiebel
The National Police Air Service (NPAS) has selected global manufacturer Schiebel to support its most ambitious trial so far of ‘Beyond the Visual Line of Sight’ (BVLOS) uncrewed aircraft operations. The trial – which, in 2024, successfully achieved a place in the Civil Aviation Authority’s (CAA) BVLOS integration sandbox – will evaluate the feasibility of using uncrewed aerial... Read more
11-Mar-2025Source: Outerlink
The Westchester County Police Department (WCPD) continues to lead the way in law enforcement rotorcraft operations by teaming up with Outerlink to complete the Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) of the Air IP™ Wi-Fi system in their Bell 407 helicopters. For years, WCPD has recognized its helicopters as essential assets, not only for aerial surveillance but also... Read more
10-Mar-2025Source: Loft Dynamics
The Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Air Support Division, the largest municipal airborne unit in the United States, has become the first U.S. law enforcement agency to use virtual reality (VR) for pilot training. The department has installed a state-of-the-art VR flight simulator developed by Loft Dynamics—the global leader in flight simulation technology and the... Read more
4-Mar-2025Source: Police Aviation News
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4-Feb-2025Source: Police Aviation News
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3-Feb-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Tenders were issued in early November for the replacement of the five Airbus AS355N helicopters operated by the Royal Malaysia Police. Documentation was provided via the Government’s ePerolehan online procurement system. A selection of the requirements listed are summarised as follows twin turbine to JAR/FAR 27 standard Cat “A” performance standard Skids, not wheels IFR... Read more
29-Jan-2025Source: HeliHub.com
WGRZ-TV in Buffalo (NY state) is reporting that Erie County Sheriff had secured state and federal grant funding in late 2024 for an Airbus H135 helicopter to replace their ageing AS350B2 which they took delivery of in mid 2003 (seen in the image above). However, the plan for an H135 was reportedly grounded by FAA... Read more
16-Jan-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Winnipeg Police has submitted an item for the city’s Executive Policy Committee on 21st January, seeking approval of a 15 year lease-to-own contract for a new Airbus H125 The estimated full cost of C$13.48M (+ MRST and GST as applicable) is calculated from a monthly lease price of $74,895 for a period of 180 months.... Read more
16-Jan-2025Source: HeliHub.com
Canada is enhancing its border security measures, deploying Black Hawk helicopters and drones to monitor the U.S.-Canada border, announced Public Safety Minister David McGuinty. The RCMP has finalized a contract for Black Hawk helicopters, with two models becoming operational this week. In addition to helicopters, 60 new drones will patrol the border, and the government... Read more
2-Jan-2025Source: Police Aviation News
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23-Dec-2024Source: HeliHub.com
The team at HeliHub.com would like to wish all our readers a very Happy Christmas and a prosperous 2025. This is the time of the year we celebrate the birth of Jesus – we would not have Christmas if Jesus Christ had not been born. Which means that anyone celebrating Christmas acknowledges the birth of... Read more
19-Dec-2024Source: Bell
The Delaware State Police (DSP) Aviation Section is proud to announce the acquisition of two state-of-the-art Bell 429 Global Ranger helicopters. These cutting-edge aircraft, designed to save lives and combat crime, touched down in Delaware on December 3, 2024, following a nearly year-long fabrication process in Mirabel, Quebec, Canada, and Piney Flats, Tennessee. After years... Read more
18-Dec-2024Source: Polizei Sachsen
On December 16, 2024, State Minister Armin Schuster, together with State Police President Jörg Kubiessa, received the first police helicopter of the new fleet. The Free State of Saxony is investing 60 million euros in the purchase and training of three state-of-the-art H145 police helicopters. This pioneering investment underlines the state’s commitment to an effective... Read more
16-Dec-2024Source: Schiebel
Carabineros de Chile, the Chilean national police force, has acquired the CAMCOPTER® S-100 Unmanned Air System (UAS), making them the first police force in Latin America to implement this advanced technology for enhanced operational efficiency and public safety. With its operational flexibility in demanding environments, the S-100 system will be deployed primarily in the Araucanía... Read more
12-Dec-2024Source: Airbus
Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with His Excellency, Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Minister of Interior of Bahrain, for the purchase of nine H145 helicopters. These aircraft will be operated by the Police Aviation Command for law enforcement missions and emergency medical services in the kingdom. “We are very proud that the Ministry of Interior... Read more
3-Dec-2024Source: Police Aviation News
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12-Nov-2024Source: Police Aviation News
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5-Nov-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the signed purchase agreement for the sale of a second Bell 505 to the Fort Worth Police Department. “Bell is proud the Fort Worth Police Department has chosen to expand their existing all-Bell public safety fleet with the purchase of an additional Bell 505, continuing our long-standing... Read more
1-Nov-2024Source: Queensland Govt
POLAIR will have a permanent presence in Townsville with two crime-fighting helicopters bolstering the region’s aerial capabilities. Meridian Helicopters has been appointed as the successful contractor and will have the Airbus 135 operational in the region from October 1. A second helicopter will also join the fleet, providing coverage for maintenance when required. The helicopters have been supplied by... Read more
28-Oct-2024Source: Rotortrade
Rotortrade is pleased to announce the successful completion of a transaction involving the sale of a pre-owned H135 helicopter, sourced from Malaysia, to Motorflug GmbH. The aircraft will now serve as part of the fleet for the German Federal Police, with its specific configuration making it the optimal choice for their operational needs. Rotortrade managed... Read more
25-Oct-2024Source: Bell
Bell recently hosted their 2024 Law Enforcement Symposium’ in Gaborone, Botswana, bringing together law enforcement operators from across southern Africa. The two-day event highlighted Bell’s ongoing commitment to supporting public safety and strengthening relationships with operators in the region, with a focus on safety practices and operational efficiency. This symposium is part of Bell’s broader... Read more
16-Oct-2024Source: HeliHub.com
A further announcement has been made in Ontario regarding the order for five helicopters announced in July for law enforcement work. Two Airbus H135s are intended for Toronto and Ottawa, but it has become clear in a very recent statement that these have not yet been officially ordered. Speaking to the press this week, Ontario... Read more
3-Oct-2024Source: HeliHub.com
King County Sheriff’s Office Air Support Unit has taken delivery of their first glass cockpit helicopter, a brand new Bell 407GXi as seen in the image here. Unit pilots flew the aircraft over four days from Bell’s completion centre at Piney Flats in Tennessee, arriving on 22nd September at Renton Municipal Airport, where the Air... Read more
3-Oct-2024Source: Police Aviation News
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17-Sep-2024Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airbus celebrates 40 years of presence in Canada with an order by the Government of Ontario for three Airbus H135 helicopters for the Ontario Provincial Police in Ottawa, the Greater Toronto Area and in the OPP’s North West (Thunder Bay) Region. Airbus Helicopters established its Fort Erie, Ontario, facility in 1984 which has served as... Read more
3-Sep-2024Source: Police Aviation News
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22-Aug-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the delivery of one Bell 429 and a signed purchase agreement for two Bell 407GXi aircraft for the Chicago Police Department. The three aircraft will join the Helicopter Operations Unit’s existing fleet of all-Bell aircraft. “For over 20 years, the Chicago Police Department have chosen Bell as their premier... Read more
21-Aug-2024
On Tuesday, August 20, the City of Peoria “cut the ribbon” to commemorate the debut of its first Aviation Unit and reveal the new Bell 505 helicopter, as a new tool to enhance public safety capabilities in the West Valley. See below for a video of the dedication ceremony remarks. Mayor Jason Beck, Police Chief Thomas... Read more
20-Aug-2024Source: Ontario
To fight against car thieves and organized crime, the Ontario government is investing $134 million to purchase five new police helicopters for use in the Greater Toronto Area and Ottawa. Equipped with the latest technology, the helicopters will help keep highways and roadways safe from violent carjackings, auto theft, street racing and impaired driving. “Our... Read more
15-Aug-2024Source: Entrol
Entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD and FFS flight simulators, is pleased to announce the sale of an H145 FNPT II MCC simulator to the Police of the Czech Republic. This represents a significant milestone as the first Entrol flight training device to be installed in the country, further expanding the... Read more
12-Aug-2024Source: MV
The procurement of the two new H 145 helicopters for the Mecklenburg-Western Pomerania State Police together with the State of Lower Saxony is in full swing . “We are making rapid progress in the modernization of our state police. Now that the key technical data and the equipment required by the police have been determined,... Read more
9-Aug-2024Source: City of Peoria
The City of Peoria will “cut the ribbon” to commemorate the debut of its first Aviation Unit and reveal the new Bell 505 helicopter, as a new tool to enhance public safety capabilities in the West Valley. The Ribbon Cutting is planned for Tuesday, August 20, 7:30 a.m., in the Centennial Plaza Amphitheater, behind City... Read more
8-Aug-2024Source: HeliHub.com
Surinamese Minister of Justice and Police Kenneth Amoksi has recently visited the Airbus Helicopters production facility in France to discuss a potential purchase of two Airbus H125s for the Police in this South American company, according to reports from local media United News and De West The purchase is to provide better coverage and significantly... Read more
5-Aug-2024Source: Police Aviation News
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5-Aug-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the delivery of two Bell 407GXis to Louisiana State Police at APSCON 2024, bringing their total number of Bell aircraft to nine. “The Louisiana State Police has been a long-time Bell customer, and we are honored that they have chosen the Bell 407GXi to further expand their fleet,”... Read more
2-Aug-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced a signed purchase agreement for the sale of a Bell 505 to Spokane County Sheriff’s Office during APSCON 2024, highlighting its legacy of operating an all-Bell emergency response aviation fleet. “Bell is honored to continue to work alongside Spokane County Sheriff’s Office as they build upon their public... Read more
2-Aug-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the signed purchase agreement of a Bell 505 to the City of Peoria, Arizona during APSCON 2024, marking the first helicopter to join the Peoria Police and Fire Department’s newly-launched joint Aviation Unit that will support firefighting and law enforcement missions. “We are thrilled that the Peoria Police... Read more
2-Aug-2024Source: CNC Technologies
CNC Technologies, an aviation technology and wireless communications company serving the law enforcement, military and government markets, announced they were selected to provide law enforcement mission suites for two new Tennessee Highway Patrol Bell 429’s and one new Minnesota State Patrol Bell 429. The Tennessee Highway Patrol aircraft will be equipped with full mission suites... Read more
31-Jul-2024Source: CNC Technologies
CNC Technologies, an aviation technology and wireless communications company serving the law enforcement, military and government markets, was selected by the Pasadena Police Department to upgrade the searchlights on three of their agency helicopters. The project calls for delivery and installation of the TrakkaBeam TL360. Trakka lights deliver brighter and more consistent illumination while reducing... Read more
17-Jul-2024
South Australia Police (SAPOL) has partnered with Babcock Australasia and the Department of Premier and Cabinet to introduce a new cutting-edge resource to its fleet. The new Airbus H145, poised to take to the skies in the coming weeks, promises to revolutionise police operations across the state. One of the standout features of the Airbus... Read more
8-Jul-2024Source: Police Aviation News
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19-Jun-2024Source: Ertzaintza
The First Vice-Lehendakari and Security Councillor, Josu Erkoreka, accompanied by other public officials and Ertzaintza [Ed: Basque Police] commanders, including its Chief, Josu Bujanda, participated this afternoon at the Iurreta base in the ceremony for the delivery and inaugural flight of the new helicopter for use by the Ertzaintza Surveillance and Rescue Unit. It is... Read more
18-Jun-2024Source: Airbus Helicopters
The Kingdom of Belgium will procure 15 multi-role H145M helicopters for the army and two helicopters plus three options for the Federal Police. The contract was signed between the NATO Support and Procurement Agency (NSPA), on behalf of Belgium, and Airbus Helicopters. “We are proud that Belgium is joining the growing community of H145M users,” said Bruno Even,... Read more
12-Jun-2024Source: Police Aviation News
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7-Jun-2024Source: Safran Helicopter Engines
Safran Helicopter Engines will power the German Federal Police’s (Bundespolizei) new fleet of Airbus H225 helicopters, the selection of which was announced at the ILA Berlin show. The 38 helicopters will be powered by our Makila 2A engines. The German Federal Police, which already operates a fleet of Makila-powered AS332 and H215 helicopters, is thus... Read more
8-May-2024Source: CareFlight
National aeromedical not-for-profit CareFlight have teamed up with Tasmania-based Helicopter Resources (HeliRes) in a bid to transform emergency helicopter services for Tasmania. The Tasmanian Government has approached the market to upgrade and enhance the emergency helicopter services across the state. This new and substantially improved helicopter capability will support Ambulance Tasmania, Tasmania Police and land... Read more
6-May-2024Source: Police Aviation News
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25-Apr-2024Source: HeliHub.com
Following the announcement at the recent FIDAE Air Show in Chile of the delivery of a new Airbus H125, we can now reveal that Carabineros de Chile also have plans to add both an H135 and an H145 in the short term. An Airbus H135 is in the process of being procured for the Maule... Read more
18-Apr-2024Source: HeliHub.com
The City of Riverside in California has recently listed two MD500Es on the GovDeals auction site. The pair have been replaced by Airbus H125 helicopters, which were delivered in summer 2023. One 500E of the pair being auctioned is a 2008 model with 8,996 airframe hours and 18,693 engine hours, while the second is an... Read more
11-Apr-2024Source: Airbus
Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first H125 to the Carabineros de Chile Air Prefecture, within the framework of a fleet growth plan to expand the air coverage of Carabineros de Chile throughout the country. “The incorporation of this aircraft shows the commitment that Carabineros de Chile has in terms of security towards our citizens. This... Read more
11-Apr-2024Source: Fort Worth Texas
City Council on Tuesday evening authorized the Police Department to purchase a new helicopter to replace an aging aircraft that requires frequent maintenance. What it will cost: Purchase price for the Bell 505 helicopter is $2,062,242. A contract with CNC Technologies to upfit the helicopter with police mission equipment is $1,896,049, for a total purchase... Read more
9-Apr-2024Source: Police Aviation News
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27-Mar-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the signed purchase agreement for two Bell 407GXis to Louisiana State Police. “Bell is honored the Louisiana State Police have chosen the Bell 407GXi to expand their public safety mission capabilities,” said Lane Evans, managing director, North America. “With its upgraded avionics and customizable cabin space,... Read more
13-Mar-2024Source: Georgia Border Police
Border police of the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Georgia has been handed over a new and contemporary, “H 145” helicopter of European standard. The delivery of the helicopter was carried out at the “Airbus Helicopters” enterprise in Germany, which was attended by the Deputy Head of the Border Police – Giorgi Malania and the... Read more
7-Mar-2024Source: Police Aviation News
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28-Feb-2024Source: CNC Technologies
CNC Technologies, an aviation technology and wireless communications company serving the law enforcement, military and government markets, announced the completion of a law enforcement mission suite upgrade for Fontana PD’s newest Astar AS350-B2. Fontana also contracted CNC Technologies for recurring service, support and training for 3 years which will maintain uptime and proficiency of these... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: CNC Technologies
CNC Technologies, an aviation technology and wireless communications company serving the law enforcement, military and government markets, announced the completion of two fully equipped Bell 505 helicopters and one fully equipped Cessna Caravan airplane for the Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). The Bell 505 helicopters are each outfitted with an L3/Wescam MX10 imager,... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Outerlink
Outerlink’s multicellular Air IP is expanding with additional FAA STC approvals and expanding across law enforcement and corporate clients. The key to Air IP’s success is the ability to provide ample bandwidth for everyone onboard simultaneously. Users report consistent connectivity at over 140 mph and thousands of feet above the ground for up to ten... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the successful deliveries of three SUBARU Bell 412EPXs, two to San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department and one to San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, during HAI Heli Expo 2024. “Bell is thrilled to partner with both San Diego County Sheriff’s Department and San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department as... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Metro Aviation
The number of law enforcement aircraft completed by Metro Aviation has tripled over the last three years. The company’s reputation for excellence in helicopter completions, safety, and customer service has led to an increasingly growing number of law enforcement and government agencies seeking out Metro for their completion needs. “The word is out for what Metro has... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Spectrolab
Spectrolab, Inc. is introducing its newest Nightsun® airborne searchlight at HAI HELI-EXPO 2024 in Anaheim this week. The Nightsun® SXP-10 features a new innovative searchlight design which builds on more than 50 years of high intensity searchlight design and manufacturing heritage. State-of-the-art solid-state Laser Excited Phosphorus (LEP) lighting technology was combined with the latest in... Read more
26-Feb-2024Source: CNC Technologies
CNC Technologies, an aviation technology and wireless communications company serving the law enforcement, military and government markets, announced today that the Texas Department of Public Safety, Massachusetts State Police (MSP), Dallas Police Department, Ohio State Highway Patrol, and Ontario Police Department have all signed multi-year Service, Support, and Training (SST) agreements. These contracts cover the... Read more
22-Feb-2024Source: CNC Technologies
CNC Technologies, an aviation technology and wireless communications company serving the law enforcement, military and government markets, announced a collaboration with Airbus Helicopters and Metro Aviation to provide the Broward County Sheriff’s Office (BSO) with three fully missionized aircraft for Fire Rescue and Public Safety operations. CNC’s partnership with Airbus and Metro Aviation continues to... Read more
21-Feb-2024Source: ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH
ESG Elektroniksystem- und Logistik-GmbH has been commissioned by the procurement authority for the Brandenburg police force to supply its pioneering visAIRion laser safety glasses to the pilots and flight technicians of the Brandenburg police helicopter squadron. The laser safety glasses were handed over to the future users at the Ahrensfelde site. The police helicopter squadron... Read more
7-Feb-2024Source: Police Aviation News
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25-Jan-2024Source: ABC News
Police forced to grapple with a spate of dramatic stolen car offences in Townsville finally have encrypted radios and a dedicated helicopter to fight crime from the sky. Longstanding calls for aerial support in the north Queensland city intensified last month after almost 80 vehicles were stolen within a week. The Queensland government has announced... Read more
3-Jan-2024Source: Police Aviation News
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4-Dec-2023Source: Police Aviation News
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29-Nov-2023Source: Airbus
Airbus Helicopters and the Lithuanian State Border Guard Service have announced a contract for three five-bladed H145 multi-mission helicopters at the 2023 European Rotors trade show, expanding the service’s fleet. These three additional H145s bring the total number of Airbus helicopters in service with the Lithuanian government to eleven, further strengthening Airbus Helicopters’ position in... Read more
22-Nov-2023Source: HeliHub.com
San Diego County Sheriff Kelly A. Martinez unveiled two new helicopters during a news conference on Monday, November 20 at the Sheriff’s ASTREA (Aerial Support to Law Enforcement Agencies) base at Gillespie Field in El Cajon. ASTREA is the Sheriff’s aviation unit which has been providing aerial support to the Sheriff’s Department and partner agencies... Read more
9-Nov-2023Source: Nuevo León
In order to strengthen public security and the armor of Nuevo León, Governor Samuel Alejandro García Sepúlveda presented the new “Black Hawk” helicopter, which adds to the eight aircraft that the Civil Force already had. At Police Field No. 1 of the Civil Force in Escobedo, García Sepúlveda highlighted that this helicopter represents the symbol... Read more
