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LEONARDO AW 169 – EMS – MEDICAL OXYGEN SYSTEM GAINS STC

It has been an extremely busy period for Flight Structures  and we are delighted that we gained a second AW169 STC in 2019. 

Medical Oxygen STC achieved for Leonardo AW169

It has been an extremely busy period for Flight Structures  and we are delighted that we gained a second AW169 STC in 2019.  This system was developed in conjunction with Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust (ARHT).  The system stores the oxygen cylinder remote from the main cabin, with access from an external door.  A contents monitor is in the main cabin which is visible by the medical crew from all seated positions.  A low pressure alarm and shut off valve are provided for added safety.  Two outlets in the ceiling can supply a ventilator and / or patient mask and are positioned perfectly to suit the patient on the Flight Structures RULS stretcher system.    

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LEONARDO AW 169 – EMS – STRETCHER LOADING SYSTEM GAINS STC

We are proud to announce that the RULS (Rotorcraft Utility Loading System) for the Leonardo AW169 has achieved a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC).

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First STC achieved for Westpac Rescue Auckland

We are proud to announce that the RULS (Rotorcraft Utility Loading System) for the Leonardo AW169 has achieved a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC).  The system has the stretcher in the longitudinal position for flight but is able to rotate to the transverse position for ground loading.  The RULS may also be used in flight for loading during External Hoist Operations.

To see the RULS in action then you can view this TVNZ news clip

 https://www.tvnz.co.nz/one-news/new-zealand/new-15-million-auckland-rescue-chopper-give-paramedics-edge-in-life-and-death-situations

There will be more details to come about other role equipment developed for this aircraft, allowing clinical staff to treat patients in flight to provide best medical outcomes.

Flight Structures is coming to the end of a large project for Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust (ARHT) with an EMS fitout of their two new AW169 rotorcraft. 

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FSL IN THE NEWS: AIR AMBULANCE ON COVER OF NZ AVIATION NEWS

Flight Structures is proud to be one of the organisations involved with the refit of the Westpac Air Ambulance.

Flight Structures is proud to be one of the organisations involved with the refit of the Westpac Air Ambulance. Flight Structures, in conjunction with Philips Search and Rescue Trust has developed a stretcher loading system for the MU-2 Westpac Air Ambulance.

The key features of this product include the following :

  • There is no lifting required from paramedics or pilots.

  • The secure smooth loading system leads to reduced patient stress.

  • The system has the ability to handle bariatric patients.

  • Patient loading onto the aircraft is quick, less than two minutes from beginning to end.

  • STC Approved under the CAANZ.

In operation for over six months now, Philips Search and Rescue Trust are very happy with the performance of the system.

Click here to read the article about the Westpac Air Ambulance.

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