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This article discusses the implementation of Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) in Bali Hai Helicopter Tours' Bell 206B fleet. It highlights the safety benefits of ADS-B in remote areas with limited radar coverage, mountainous terrain, and challenging weather conditions. The article also stresses the importance of ADS-B for monitoring low-flying aircraft and enhancing in-flight navigation with real-time terrain and weather updates.
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Bali Hai Helicopter Tours Bell 206B, Kalaheo, Hawaii Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B)Nicole L. Charnon
ADS-B • Spring 2006 Board meeting onGulf of Mexico helicopter crash • ADS-B benefits presented • Monitor low-flying aircraft in remote areas • Recommendation A-06-21 to FAA to implement ADS-B in Gulf by 2010
Safety Concerns/ADS-B Benefits • Concerns in Hawaii • Mountainous terrain • Limited radar coverage • Weather challenges • High-density air tour traffic • ADS-B safety benefits • Flight monitoring for operators, FAA • Enhanced in-flight navigation • Terrain information, weather updates • Traffic information
Cockpit Displays Weather Traffic Terrain