Flir Systems and Airbus Helicopters Deutschland have formed a partnership to offer so-called enhanced availability electro-optical systems for the German police helicopter market. Under the terms of the deal, Flir Systems (Chalet 373) provides Star Safire 380-HD systems combined with a new service support package exclusive to German police operators buying new aircraft.
Flir has committed base dedicated spare Star Safire systems in Germany to support the effort. The Baden-Wurttemberg police department expects to serve as launch customer in Germany, followed by the Niedersachsen and Nordrhein Westflalen police forces.
Used in search and rescue operations, law enforcement, military and border surveillance missions around the world, the Star Safire 380-HD contains advanced payload configuration with multiple high-definition sensors, including a full native HD infrared camera. o