Fri, Jun 10, 2011
"PolAir 4" Will Serve Areas From Wollongong To Newcastle In The
State
The New South Wales, Australia, Police Force has taken delivery
of the latest addition to its Aviation Support Branch. Dubbed
"PolAir 4" the force’s newest helicopter is a twin-engine
Eurocopter EC135 P2+, which will replace the current single-engine
model. The aircraft features newly-designed rotor technology,
including a fenestron shrouded tail-rotor, which is significantly
quieter than previous models. It also allows for increased cruise
speed of around 118 knots, which will improve response times to
Wollongong, Central Coast and Newcastle which are now routinely
patrolled by PolAir aircraft.
PolAir 4
The new cockpit configuration will
provide those on board with a greater field of vision during search
and rescue operations, both day and night using night vision
goggles. It will be equipped with state-of-the-art technology
mainly to improve safety for low-level operations and rugged
terrain, with engines so powerful the helicopter can fly on just
one. An auto pilot allows for accurate navigation to regional and
remote locations to assist with offender and missing person
searches.
The helicopter will also be fitted with the FLIR HD camera,
Nitesun, a two-person winch and essential equipment for operational
policing. “I’m proud to see that the commissioning of
PolAir 4 will put the NSWPF at the forefront of law enforcement
aviation capacity,” said NSW Police Force Commissioner Andrew
Scipione. “This is an exciting day for New South Wales. This
helicopter has advanced capabilities, which will greatly assist
day-to-day police operations. “Access to technological
advancements, such as PolAir 4 and its equipment, ensures we are
able to meet the needs of people across New South Wales,” Mr
Scipione said.
Only a handful of this model of helicopter is in use across the
country. Specialised pilot training was conducted at the Eurocopter
factory in Germany. The helicopter is expected to be fully
operational in the next few months after final training and
certification of crew, equipment and aircraft are completed.
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