3 Independent distributors 4 The Training Academy Also present in helicopter associations around the globe… Click here to find everything you need to know about the network, available via an app – Heli Presence – offered on all standard interfaces. The Training Academy The Training Academy comprises the network of training and/or simulation centres that have been deployed on all five continents to effectively meet operator needs in terms of mission safety and reliability. A total of 18 training centres, located at the main Airbus Helicopters sites, accommodate an average of 8,000 trainees every year, of which one third are pilots and two thirds are technicians. Every training centre, without exception, offers the trainees courses standardised by Airbus Helicopters, in addition to innovative training methods and the unique expertise of Airbus Helicopters’ instructors. As one of the best-known training methods, the full flight simulator (FFS) uses special effects to reproduce extreme flight conditions. 22 FFS are currently available across the Airbus Helicopters network. Independent distributors The independent distributors of services or products are intended to complete the salesforce network by providing a local service for customers where Airbus Helicopters has no direct presence. They are essential to this organisation and contribute to the deployment of Airbus’ support and services strategy and customer satisfaction. Today there are 14 distributors located in 10 countries, in Europe, Africa, the Middle East, Asia Pacific and China. This network is part of an ongoing effort to provide an efficient and relevant solution to market developments. Also present in helicopter associations around the globe… Helicopter associations are key partners when it comes to promoting rotorcraft safety standards, professionalism and innovation around the world. Their main objective: to facilitate and influence the growth of the rotorcraft industry. They are the voice of the rotorcraft and VTOL industry for all stakeholders (manufacturers; operators; suppliers; regulatory entities; financial institutions; customers and society). In addition to all national associations, it’s important to mention this year the European Helicopter Association (EHA) and the first edition of EUROPEAN ROTORS’ EASA Rotorcraft and VTOL Symposium. Click here for more information