Dubai Helishow focuses on homeland security products

The air medical and rescue sector of the show highlights the evolution and continuing growth within this industry.

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Published: Thu 6 Nov 2014, 10:31 PM

Last updated: Tue 7 Apr 2015, 10:37 PM

Dubai: Dubai Helishow 2014 saw sustained interest and activities by the exhibitors and visitors on the second day, focusing on the homeland security products and services aimed at protecting a nation’s citizens from external or internal threats.

The air medical and rescue sector of the show highlights the evolution and continuing growth within this industry. Dubai Helishow 2014, which is in its sixth edition, is a three-day exhibition conducted every alternate year to showcase the best of biennial Helicopter Technology and Operations. The exhibition is held at the Meydan Racecourse under the patronage of His Highness Shaikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice-President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai.

A child looking at a model of a helicopter on display at a pavilion.

The second day of the Dubai Helishow 2014 attracted students from Al Ain University and the Higher Colleges of Technology who are keen to pursue their career in the aviation industry as this is the best platform for them to reach out to the experts in the sector and learn from them.

An officer walking past an advertisement board at the Dubai Helishow 2014 at Meydan Racecourse. — KT photos by Kiran Prasad

Robert Libby, who owns and operates Advanced Helicopter Training, a division of Advanced Aero Marine Systems, conducted a session for all the exhibitors and visitors focusing on Vertical Reference Long-Line External Cargo Ground Training.

A spokesperson said: “We are looking forward to meeting helicopter operators and regional service providers to expand our educational and equipment sales and services. Being based in a country like Canada which is known for its high aviation standards and a history of meeting customer demands, we at Advanced Helicopter Training are always keen to venture into new markets.”

— business@khaleejtimes.com