With an estimated duration of six months due to start at the end of August, the partnership aims to tackle the growing problem of forest fires that threatens the environment every year
The contract foresees the use of an Airbus H225, a large twin-engine helicopter with capacity for 19 people. Equipped with the Bambi Bucket, the aircraft can carry up to three tons of water, enabling a quick and efficient response to fire outbreaks.
Décio Galvão, Omni Táxi Aéreo's commercial director said “This contract with Ibama is the result of our ability to showcase our operational excellence, high safety standards and emphasizes the high operational capacity and versatility of this large aircraft to fight fires and support other activities carried out by Ibama. With over 23 years of experience in different missions in Brazil, we hope to contribute to the protection of our ecosystems by acting on swiftly and diligently against forest fires. Whilst creating the basis for a long-term commercial relationship with Ibama”
Jair Schmitt, Ibama's Director of Environmental Protection, said "Ibama is expanding its capacity in aerial operations to combat forest fires in the Pantanal and the Amazon. The large helicopter will provide a gain in efficiency, increasing the number of firefighters transported per trip from just four to 19, allowing for more time to be spent in the frontline. Its greater water transport capacity will also be an important improvement, increasing each release fivefold, which is a significant advantage in degraded forest areas where small releases or planes are currently ineffective. The concentrated release of water in these locations will be of great help to the ground teams and this is only possible with helicopters of this size,"
The operation will feature a specialized team, made up of a pilot, copilot, mechanics and cargo masters, who will work together with Ibama’s firefighters. Although the presentation of the aircraft will take place in Brasília, the operation will extend throughout the Midwest operating as needed.
The expansion into onshore missions, to support initiatives that have a positive impact on sustainability, is part of OHI´s strategy as it positions itself as the leading air mobility solutions provider in Latin America. This initiative represents an important advancement in the fight against forest fires and the preservation of the environment.
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Omni Helicopters International
OMNI Táxi Aéreo was founded in December 2000 on the pillars of safety, unity, transparency, integrity and creativity. It is a leader in offshore air transportation in Latin America, offering high capacity to serve clients in the Oil & Gas and Energy markets. It offers crew change services, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Fire Fighting, Search and Rescue operations, as well as specialized Cargo Transport services in remote and challenging locations. Omni Air Taxi is part of Omni Helicopters International Group (OHI).
About Omni Helicopters International: Omni Helicopters International (OHI), founded in Portugal in the 90s, stands at the forefront of Latin America's air mobility and delivery solutions sector. As the region's largest provider of these services, OHI caters to diverse customer groups across multiple segments, ensuring seamless and efficient solutions.
Through its subsidiaries Omni Taxi Aéreo in Brazil, Omni Helicopters Guyana Inc., and Omni Helicopters International Mozambique, OHI offers unmatched capability and capacity to serve offshore customers in the fastest growing offshore energy markets. The company's extensive portfolio includes Crew Change, Emergency Medical Services (EMS), Firefighting, Search and Rescue operations, as well as highly specialized Cargo and Utility services in remote and challenging locations.
In line with its commitment to innovation and sustainability, OHI has two groundbreaking ventures: OHI Unmanned, a specialist division focusing on unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) services, and Revo, a premium advanced air mobility (AAM) solution provider.
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IBAMA Governo do Brasil Federal Government of Brazil EC225LP in
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