Incorporated In 11 AW109s Bound For Rega

Max-Viz announced Monday the incorporation of 11 EVS-1000 infrared sensor systems onto the AgustaWestland Grand (AW109) helicopter. Initial deliveries have been completed to the Swiss air-rescue operator Rega.

"We are pleased by the inclusion of Max-Viz EVS products as an integral technology on this truly next-generation AgustaWestland design," said Elliott Troutman, president of Max-Viz. "The integration of EVS in addition to SVS, TAWS, and NVG applications for Rega will provide them with an unprecedented level of situational awareness within their demanding operational area."

"The addition of EVS in addition to TAWS integrates two of the most critical safety specific technologies to this impressive Grand airframe," added Bob Yerex, director of sales and marketing for the company. "Rega and AgustaWestland have cooperatively set an enviable technological benchmark for the helicopter industry, and one that should garner some serious looks from the HEMS industry, as well as the most fly-safe oriented Corporate / VIP operators worldwide."

Max-Viz touts its offerings as the smallest, most reliable, and affordable Enhanced Vision Systems on the market. The systems use real-time infrared sensors, signal processing, and a cockpit display to provide flight crews with actual images of terrain, runways, taxiways, aircraft and other potential obstacles much better than the naked eye during poor visibility conditions such as light fog, haze, smoke, brown / whiteout, light precipitation and darkness.

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