MISSION SYSTEMS FOR HELICOPTERS

With ESG's mission system, operators and authorities can carry out all types of flight missions in a safe and effective manner. Suitable for law enforcement, border control, utility inspection and maritime surveillance. The Mission Management System combines a robust and powerful HD mission computer with a specially developed mission management software with advanced video functionalities.

Benefits and functionality for the end user:

• Intuitive and touch-enabled graphical user interface
• Tactical Video Overlay (TaViO) – Augmented reality functions in real time
• Digital, moving map with numerous overlay functions

• Individually customisable map formats

• Geopointing of EO/IR or searchlight systems

• Import and export of mission data
• Ground station for mission preparation and post-processing

The ESG mission tactical workstation enables the operator to carry out challenging missions. The workstation can be adapted to specific user requirements and mission equipment and allows easy adjustment for the best ergonomic position.

Advantages and functionality for the end user:

• Proven lightweight aluminium construction
• Two touch displays with sizes up to 21"
• Retractable keyboard and NVIS lamp

• Devices and control panels tailored to customer needs (video recorder, intercom , etc.)

• Push-to-talk footswitch
• USB and Ethernet

• As a "Line-Replaceable-Unit" (LRU) with quick-release fasteners, a quick change of mission equipment is possible in the helicopter 

• Adjustable display position (height and tilt)

• Generous legroom thanks to unobstructed footwell

• Qualified per the requirements of EASA CS-23, CS-27 and CS-29

• EASA Supplemental Type Certificates available for various aircraft

Search and rescue missions, reconnaissance operations, crowd monitoring or observation operations require highly reliable optical systems. ESG offers solutions for various helicopters with a focus on police, maritime patrol and military applications.

The various EO/IR systems offer a wide range of sensors and options. As a hardware-neutral and independent integrator, ESG supports its customers in the selection process, integrating the EO/IR sensors into various platforms.

Benefits and functionality for the end user:

• Support for the customer in EO/IR selection
• Connection to Mission Management System, cockpit MFD, video downlink, portable devices, etc.
• Manufacture and maintenance by ESG in accordance with EASA Part-21G and Part-145. Delivery of the EO/IR system with EASA Form 1.
• EASA Supplemental Type Certificates available for various aircraft

Mobile network integration enables full internet access by connecting to a 3G or 4G mobile network in flight. The solution provides Ethernet connectivity for your mission equipment or portable devices via a built-in switch, as well as Wi-Fi connectivity via an integrated hotspot.

Benefits and functionality for the end user:

• Mobile communication standard: LTE Advanced, UMTS (DC-HSPA +)
• Antennas: 2x2, 4x2 MIMO and diversity support
• Dual SIM card
• Special IT security measures, VLAN configuration, VPN and firewall services
• EASA Supplemental Type Certificate for EC135 available
• Supply of components and integration kits with EASA Form 1

The tactical co-pilot display can be used by a crew member in the left seat to display information from, for example, a camera system, digital map or mission management system. It facilitates the division of work between the operator and the co-pilot or also allows the mission system to be operated without an operator (via the optional touch screen interface of the display).

Benefits and functionality for the end user:

• Landscape format
• HD resolution
• One-handed operation to fold and unfold the display
• Clear outward view (stowed position) allows pilot to control from left seat or dual pilot operation
• Anti-glare shield (not shown) prevents glare and reflections on the windscreen
• EASA Supplemental Type Certificate available for EC135

Here we carry out all repair and maintenance tasks for the ESG mission systems. In addition, our Product Support Centre provides services with power-by-the-hour contracts, training, spare parts pools, obsolescence management and continuous maintenance and updating of the Mission Management software.

Benefits and functionality for the end user:

• EASA Part 145 PO/MO supply/repair

• Certified maintenance organisation for TRAKKA and FLIR systems

Our approvals and expertise for complex tasks:

• Hardware-neutral and customised solutions to suit customer requirements
• Design organisation per EASA Part 21J
• Production organisation per EASA Part 21G
• Maintenance organisation per EASA Part 145 (equipment)
• Approved aerospace organisation for aircraft and aerospace equipment for the German Armed Forces