The delivery represents a significant step forward in Advanced Flight’s commitment to innovation, safety and delivering world-class aviation services, while also reflecting the depth of experience within its team and pilots.

The Bell 429 sim recreates fluctuating deck surfaces, ship movements and challenging weather, providing Advanced Flight pilots with a realistic environment in which to perfect their yacht ops skills.

Since starting operations in 2019, reaching 15,000 flight hours is a remarkable achievement for the New Zealand Police Air Support Unit and its aviation services provider, Advanced Flight.