Whirlybirds of Saxony-Anhalt: A 595-Time occurrence
Requests for Police Helicopters Increase in Saxony-Anhalt - Over 595 aerial policing missions conducted across Saxony-Anhalt
From rescuing lost souls to overseeing major events and responding to peculiar situations, the helicopters under Saxony-Anhalt's law enforcement had a whopping 595 deployments last year. With a grand total of 780 flight hours recorded by the Magdeburg Interior Ministry, the tally stayed the same as the previous years' 667 deployments.
Stepping into the future, the Interior Ministry is set to acquire a state-of-the-art system. Dubbed "Lifeseeker," this technology promises to revolutionize search-and-rescue operations byLocating mobile phones from the sky, resulting in quicker finds and reduced flight hours.
As it stands, the helicopter unit of Saxony-Anhalt's state police boasts a squad of 18 seasoned cops. A typical helicopter crew is made up of a Pilot, at least one flight technician, and an operations specialist. Aboard, you'll find high-tech gear like a thermal imaging camera, a control station linked to the police's digital network, and equipment to transmit data and images instantly. Additional accessories include searchlights, external speakers, a rappelling system, a one-ton hauling device, and loads more.
With these aerial enforcers at the ready, the skies of Saxony-Anhalt remain safe and responsive 24/7.
- The Community policy of Saxony-Anhalt envisages the acquisition of a cutting-edge system called "Lifeseeker" for the helicopter unit, typically enhancing search-and-rescue operations by enabling sky-based mobile phone location.
- In addition to their vocational training as flight personnel, the helicopter crew members in Saxony-Anhalt's state police undergo further training in operating advanced equipment like thermal imaging cameras, control stations, and data transmission devices.
- Clocking an unprecedented 595 deployments last year, the helicopters under the jurisdiction of Saxony-Anhalt's law enforcement are not just a symbol of the region's safety commitment but also a crucial player in enabling community protection and facilitating various events.
