Avidyne, IS&S Partner on Sikorsky S76s Integrated Flight Deck

The Helix uses IS&S’s 10.4-inch flat panel displays together with Avidyne’s Helios FMS to modernize legacy helicopters.

Monday, March 06, 2023 at 02:03 PM ET

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Helix features two or four IS&S 10-inch flat-panel displays, which are self-contained smart display units (DU) with built-in symbol generators. [Courtesy: Avidyne]

Key Takeaways:

Avidyne and Innovative Solutions & Support (IS&S) have introduced Helix, an integrated flight deck for helicopters, initially rolling out for the Sikorsky S76++.
The Helix system aims to modernize legacy helicopters by offering advanced features like 3D synthetic vision, electronic charts, and ADS-B, providing a cost-effective upgrade to improve reliability and dispatchability.
PHI MRO Services has been named the initial systems integrator for the S76++ application, with plans for the Helix platform to expand to other rotorcraft types in the future.

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Avidyne and Innovative Solutions & Support have announced the debut of the Helix integrated flight deck for helicopters, with an initial application in the Sikorsky S76++.

The Helix uses IS&S’s 10.4-inch flat panel displays in concert with Avidyne’s Helios flight management system to modernize legacy helicopters. Other features include 3D synthetic vision, electronic charts, ADS-B weather and traffic, and SBAS/LPV capability. The new system will be on display this week at the Helicopter Association International’s Heli-Expo in Atlanta, Georgia.