Entrol To Deliver Mission-ready H145 Sim to NZ Firm

Madrid-based flight simulator manufacturer Entrol is poised to deliver a level-5 Airbus H145 pilot training device to New Zealand aeromedical operator GCH Aviation. The helicopter simulator has completed the factory acceptance test, clearing the way for installation at the operator’s Christchurch International Airport (NZCH) headquarters by the end of next month.

According to Entrol, the device features the company’s Enwall Complete LED visual system to provide pilots-in-training with an immersive experience. This includes LED panels on the floor that allow pilots to maintain visual contact with the ground or the hoist area—a critical factor for helicopter operations, said Entrol.

The visual environment is powered by Entrol’s Unreal Engine-based Envision system. Its database includes nine generic airports and heliports with 3D buildings and a realistic environment, as well as a specific heliport designed with precise 3D objects to simulate real-world operational challenges.

In addition, it is equipped with a mixed-reality hoist station and a vibration system, making the device “one of the most mission-ready configurations delivered by Entrol.” This station enables coordinated pilot and crewmember training at the same time, mirroring real-world operating conditions.

GCH Aviation plans to use the simulator to enhance its pilot training capabilities, focusing on operational safety, IFR proficiency, and specialized air ambulance mission readiness.