The helicopters will be purchased as part of the project 'Safer on the roads - aerial supervision over the road traffic,' implemented with the use of funds from the Operational Program Infrastructure and Environment. The supplier is
The four Bell 407GXi aircraft will join three aircraft of the same type which were delivered to the PNP in
'In recent years, we have strongly focused on improving road safety and to achieve this, we are strengthening the technical potential of our formation. That is why we will want to use these four latest helicopters primarily to improve safety on the Polish roads. Ultimately, we want each of them to be equipped with an aerial observation system,' said
As with the aircraft already delivered to the PNP, the new Bell 407GXis will come equipped with the Trakka Systems Total Solution Package which includes a searchlight, camera and moving map as well as downlink system and operator console. The system enables the crew to detect, identify and track vehicles, as well as estimate their speed.
'During the 30 years of our company's operation, we have already delivered more than 50 aircraft for public tenders for various institutions, including the
There are now 1,590 Bell 407s operating around the world, with 109 located in
'The decision by the
The Bell 407GXi is powered by a Rolls-Royce M250-C47E/4 turbine engine featuring two dual-channel FADECs. This high-performance yet fuel efficient engine delivers impressive performance in hot and high conditions and delivers a cruise speed of 133 kts (246 km/h). The aircraft also features the latest Garmin G1000H NXi avionics, featuring high resolution LED displays, faster processing power and the ability to connect to tablets and smartphones.
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