Adds Capabilities And Reduces Pilot Workload, Sikorsky Says

The FAA has certified the V400 avionics software for the Sikorsky S-76D helicopter, increasing the capabilities of the aircraft and allowing the aircraft to operate single pilot under Instrument Flight Rules.

When installed by the operator, the V400 software will expand the avionics capabilities for functionalities such as single-pilot operation, weather overlays on a moving map display and other features that reduce pilot workload while enhancing the S-76D helicopter’s capabilities. V400 software provides an integrated cockpit solution to allow use of optional SiriusXM weather overlays on the moving map, Mode S Transponder transmission of Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast data, and Localizer Performance with Vertical Guidance, for both runway and heliports.

“This certification provides our customers with innovative software that will improve their in-flight experience,” said Leon Silva, director, S-76 Helicopter Programs. “This software will provide the operators with enhanced safety capabilities and an even more reliable aircraft.”

Sikorsky has delivered more than 800 S-76 helicopters to customers globally since 1979, contributing daily to a growing 6.5-million-plus fleet flight hours total.

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