The teaming of Airbus Helicopters and Priority 1 Air Rescue for search and rescue (SAR) mission training is being highlighted by the two companies’ joint presence at the Helitech International exposition and conference in Amsterdam.

With courses for both pilots and crew, this mission training combines the full resources of Airbus Helicopters as one of the world’s leading rotorcraft manufacturers with the emergency response instruction capabilities of Priority 1 Air Rescue, a leader as well in its domain.

“Ensuring the highest levels safety for operators is an essential element of Airbus Helicopter’s support and services strategy,” explained Hervé Berriet, General Manager of the Airbus Helicopters Training Center. “By joining with Priority 1 Air Rescue, we are providing world-class SAR training across the full range of missions flown by our operators – wherever they may be in the world.”

Courses offered include SAR mission planning, hoist operation, flood/swift water rescue, mission mountain/vertical surface cliff rescue, maritime boat/vessel rescue, basic mission fast-rope, basic mission rappelling/abseiling, air medical evacuation, and basic utility external load operations/ aerial firefighting missions.

“Our teaming with Airbus Helicopters ensures that customers receive instruction of the highest quality, adapted to their specific needs,” said Brad Matheson, the President of Priority 1 Air Rescue.

Representatives from Priority 1 Air Rescue and Airbus Helicopters Training Services will be present during the Helitech International exposition this week (Amsterdam‘s RAI exhibit center, Stand #J60, Hall 8), for briefings on their joint training offering.