Axnes AS has announced that the defense and security company, Saab, through cooperation with Axnes, will move ahead with a supplemental type certificate (STC) and installation kit project to perform installation of Axnes’ new PNG wireless intercom system into the Leonardo AW139 platform.
This will enable existing AW139 operators to retrofit their helicopters with the professional PNG system, the most advanced wireless ICS on the market. Saab is holder of European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) Design and Production Organization Approval as well as an EASA Maintenance Approval and has the capability to support with design services and modification work for all kind of aircraft, airborne equipment and support equipment.
Trygve Sten Gustavsen, CEO of Axnes, said: “Axnes is extremely pleased that the highly-rated defense and security company Saab is taking the steps to bring our new enhanced products into the Leonardo 139. Saab’s experience and reputation is unrivalled in our marketplace and we are proud that they have confidence in our new product line and see the value in offering its installation within their customer base. Furthermore, the 139 is one of the most important and popular airframes in the medium twin category, widely utilized within offshore, ambulance and rescue services worldwide. Most of these aircraft have Axnes’ former product line factory installed, and Saab’s effort will give these operators easy access to our new and improved technology and safety enhancing features.”
