Thu, Nov 05, 2009
EVS Now Certified For More Than 160 Aircraft
Forward Vision Systems and One Sky
Aviation announced the completion and award of an STC for
installation of the company's "Enhanced Vision System" EVS 100/600
on the R44 Model Robinson Helicopter.
"We've long been aware of the benefits to helicopter pilots of
having affordable, capable EVS technology in their cockpits",
expressed Patrick Farrell, Founder & CEO of Forward Vision.
"Our Team is especially pleased to be able to offer certified,
STC'd installations of EVS 100/600 models to operators of the
largest fleet of production piston helicopters in the world."
Farrell pointed out that Enhanced Vision provides the Robinson
helicopter pilot a uniquely improved view of the world outside the
cockpit in reduced visibility and at night, greatly improving
situational awareness when operating close the ground. This would
not have been possible without the collaboration between our
colleagues at One Sky Aviation, Max-Viz and Flight Display
Systems".
EVS systems--commonly known as infrared or thermal imaging
cameras--turn night into day for the pilot and help to penetrate
haze, light fog, smoke and precipitation and up to 8 to 10 times
further than the human eye. The Forward Vision EVS 100 provides
pilots with an infrared 40 degree wide by 30 degree high field of
view; the EVS 600 adds to that the ability to distinguish visible
lights associated with runway/helipads which is fused to the
infrared image and presents both as a single image on the display.
These two EVS units are now certified on over 160 models of
fixed-wing general aviation aircraft. Farrell stressed
that-given the requirement to operate close to obstacles in all
sorts of challenging visibility R44 helicopter pilots will
especially appreciate the added margin of comfort that EVS
technology brings to their operations, both on the ground and in
the air.
The EVS-100/600, developed by Max Viz
in conjunction with Forward Vision, is a second generation EVS
specifically designed for the General Aviation market. Elliott
Troutman, CEO of Max Viz, pointed out that, "The EVS-100/600 offers
the latest technology in Long-Wave Infrared (LWIR) sensing, is
sunlight safe and has excellent resolution in a grey scale
presentation format. Using technology similar to the Max Viz
EVS 1500-the EVS of choice on many jets and turbine helicopters-the
EVS 100/600 is the perfect choice for the Robinson helicopter pilot
who appreciates the value of being able to "see" at night and in
reduced visibility conditions."
Cary Foster of One Sky Aviation, who holds this STC, worked with
Forward Vision and Flight Display Systems, Inc on the STC for the
Robinson R44 engineering and installation. He stated, "
Working cooperatively with the Anchorage ACO, we have developed the
STC for the integration of this Enhanced Vision technology.
Installation of the EVS-100/600 via this STC will have a dramatic
impact on risk mitigation and the enhancement of flight safety of
Robinson pilots and passengers around the world"
Flight Display Systems provided the
display used for installations where presentation on an MFD is not
an option. "Our Flipper LCD offers a crisp image on a 5-inch screen
that is highly visible and easy to install," David Gray, president
of Flight Display Systems explained. "It folds down when not in use
and flips into position when needed."
STC installation kits are being produced at this time and EVS
systems are in stock.
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