AR+HT completes Aerial Firefighting Training with Aviacion Civil Salta

AR+HT completes Aerial Firefighting Training with Aviacion Civil Salta

10-Sep-2014 Source: AH+RT

Advanced Helicopter+Rescue Techniques completes Aerial Wildland Firefighting Training with Aviacion Civil Salta. The training was performed in Argentina and provided Simplex Fire Attack System Training as well as Fire Behavior and Fire Tactics Training.

Aviacion Civil Salta’s Jefe de Operaciones, Lic. Eric Ortiz, says “ the training was tailored to our needs extremely well, conducted and adjusted to an organization like ours.” He also adds, “having training with AH+RT helps our organization improve flight safety, be more efficient in firefighting, and most important, to set standards for training and execution of firefighting with our Bell 412EP and Bell 407.”

Co-founder and pilot Chris Hartnell says AH+RT’s team has committed itself to improving operational safety industry-wide.  “We formed our team based upon a recognition of needs within the helicopter industry for full-service training covering all elements of fire and rescue operations,” stated Hartnell.“Achieving safe and effective operations has been the core of success for our team during decades of flight and rescue operations,” added Hartnell.   “With this experience base, AH+RT knows safety is paramount and that we have vested interest in the success of each and every one of our customers.”

Director of Program Development Perry Esquer states “We are excited to offer more training opportunities this year which will ultimately benefit every aviation/rescue program by increasing the mission capability, performance and standardization.” Esquer adds “with our training programs and equipment sales of the worlds best rescue and safety equipment, AH+RT continues to expand its service capabilities allowing clients to achieve maximum safety and operational effectiveness.

Advanced Helicopter+Rescue Techniques offers a combination of training specializing in helicopter wildland firefighting (day/night/NVG), advanced NVG rescue operations, day, night, land, mountainous and water environment flying, technical rescue as well as tactical operations.

The company is working closely with Simplex Aerospace to offer aerial firefighting training and systems installation training.  Mark Zimmerman, Simplex’s President & CEO states:  “Offering Simplex’s customers comprehensive training and support services is key to ensure overall flight safety and mission effectiveness.  We are pleased to be working with the experienced, highly capable and professional AH+RT team.”

About Advanced Helicopter + Rescue Techniques LLC

Founded in 2011, Advanced Helicopter + Rescue Techniquesoffers the highest quality of training based on years of operational experience.  AH+RT specializes in helicopter wildland firefighting(day/night/NVG); advanced NVG rescue operations; day, night, land, mountainous and water environment flying, technical rescue as well as tactical operations. All courses meet or exceed current FAA, Transport Canada, NFPA, and International Standards.  Training is conducted by personnel well versed and highly experienced in all company offered training areas. AH+RT can customize programs to meet the needs of both existing and start-up operations, including turn-key programs, train the trainer and full staffing.

AH+RT is comprised of currently active aviation fire and rescue professionals who have dedicated their lives to providing the highest level of public service possible. With100 years of combined experience, members of AH+RT have participated in aviation rescue, firefighting training and actual missions that span the North and South American Continents.

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