Keep Your Hoist Operators Safe
When you're responsible for high-risk hoist operations, it's critical that your crew are well trained. We have partnered with Bluedrop USA to bring you the best-in-class Hoist Mission Training System (HMTS), combining infinite loop hoist and high-immersion VR to deliver an exceptional training experience.
The Standard In Hoist Training
The Hoist Mission Training System (HMTS) is the benchmark for high-fidelity hoist training, providing a safe, immersive environment to master mission-critical skills. Using state-of-the-art Virtual and Mixed Reality, it delivers effective training for rescue and hoisting operations in challenging conditions without the cost or risk of live flight. With realistic 3D cable behaviour that responds to flight dynamics, crews can practice search and rescue (SAR) and complex emergency procedures to ensure total mission readiness.
Immersive Training for Mission-Critical Success
The Hoist Mission Training System (HMTS) provides a safe, true-to-life environment for learners to practice skills that are vital to mission success. Using state-of-the-art Virtual and Mixed Reality, trainees can practice rescue and hoisting operations in challenging scenarios. The system features realistic cable behaviour that responds to flight dynamics and operator inputs, allowing crews to master complex tasks before they ever step into a live aircraft.
By moving high-risk training into a simulator, operators can:
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Improve trainee proficiency through repetitive, high-fidelity, immersive practice.
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Lower operational costs compared to using live aircraft for basic and advanced skills.
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Reduce operational risk by training for dangerous operations in a safe setting.
Complete Mission Readiness and Crew Coordination
The HMTS is designed for more than just basic skills; it is a tool for complete mission rehearsal. Trainees can work through various procedures, including search and rescue (SAR), fast roping, and virtual replenishment. The simulation covers diverse terrain types such as cliff faces, heavily wooded areas, and open sea conditions.
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Key training capabilities include:
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Emergency Management - Practice handling hoist malfunctions and critical emergencies safely.
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Crew Communication - Improve coordination between the pilot and hoist operator in a shared virtual space.
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Night Operations - Train in night environmental conditions with simulated Night Vision Goggles (NVG).
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Collective Training - Connect the HMTS to front-end flight simulators or gunnery trainers for full-crew mission exercises.
Flexible Configuration and Expert Support
Whether you're in Defence, or another government agency, we understand that every operator has unique requirements. The HMTS is fully configurable to any fuselage type, ensuring the training environment matches your specific fleet. Whether you need a permanent installation or the Portable HMTS (which sets up in minutes for deployment anywhere) the system adapts to your operational tempo.
We go beyond providing the hardware. As an independent partner, we offer:
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Tailored Configurations - We help adjust the system for operator-specific requirements, including weapon handling extensions.
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Ongoing Maintenance - Our team provides expert technical support and "rate-of-effort" management to ensure maximum uptime.
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Through Life Support - We assist in managing the lifecycle of your training devices, from initial setup to obsolescence management and upgrades.
