HRESS

Scope of Application

Detection of obstacles and hazards within the heliport and its surroundings.

Description

HRESS is a state-of-the-art system for scanning and monitoring heliports and their boundaries. It is used both to identify obstacles and hazards within the heliport and to provide pilots with up-to-date information regarding the availability of a landing area. The system models the defined area of the heliport and informs interested parties about detected obstacles. It ensures a proactive approach to addressing all types of hazards, significantly increases the safety of operations, and facilitates the management and use of heliport infrastructure.

Ensure safe air operations thanks to the following features:

• Remote monitoring
• Hazard information
• Live feed
• Online reports

Taking on the challenge

Due to the requirement for obstacle-free airspace for safe approach and takeoff, the airspace used for landing sites significantly exceeds the area covered by the heliport itself. Nevertheless, regulations do not provide protection for the necessary restriction surfaces, even though they must be secured by the operator or owner of the landing area.

The Solution

To ensure safe flight operations, HRESSTM provides a non-intrusive means of detecting obstacles and objects that intrude into airspace.

The system complies with the regulations of international aviation organizations:

• ICAO
• EASA
• FAA

The system can be used to scan an open area to determine the feasibility and, if possible, the optimal location for a planned heliport. For example, the system indicates whether it is possible to place a heliport at the current location and/or explains the factors that would prevent a safe landing.

Key Features

Real-time hazard information near the landing site through modeling of the landing area and airspace.

The following aspects can be displayed:

• Obstacles that pose a hazard to safe landing operations and must be removed.
• Assistance in locating the HRP

Continuous measurement of visibility in the landing area. Advanced camera systems with online access provide a 24/7 view of the landing area and its surroundings, whether during daylight or at night.

Remote monitoring of the landing site and its surroundings allows interested parties to check the status of the landing site in advance.

Permanent remote monitoring and reports on potential hazards for:

• Landing site operators
• Users (organizations)
• Users (pilots)

Enhance the safety of air operations