Sat, Jan 09, 2010
System Based On GIS Technology
Dart Helicopter Services (DHS) has announced a
new distribution agreement with the Flight Management Systems
(FMS). The relationship will allow DHS customers access to another
useful helicopter accessory: digital moving maps.
“FMS is a leader in digital moving map technology,”
said Jeff Shapiro, DHS President. “The relationship is a
valuable addition for us. We are excited to be able to work with
FMS to offer their map system to our customers.”
The moving map software utilizes geographic information systems
(GIS) to offer more information than conventional scanned paper
maps. In addition to being current, the technology enables a user
to add as many layers of information as needed. Being able to view
the location of potential hazards like cell phone towers and
electrical wires, as well as helpful information like underground
pipelines, and reverse 911 information, the map can enable the team
to quickly and accurately identify a target address. Also, data
gathered during a mission can be transferred to another system via
USB, making information sharing simple.
“The entire FMS team is excited about the opportunities
our relationship with DHS will bring.” FMS president Greg
Taylor added “Although we have a presence in several global
locations, we will be able to reach those in Europe, an area we
haven’t serviced yet.”
FMS leadership has over 32 years of helicopter maintenance,
police and aerial fire fighting experience and the company has been
flying with the moving map technology since 1996, giving them the
experience they need to make recommendations appropriate for any
situation.
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