Paraclete Aviation Life Support, March 26, 2021 - Clarkesville, TN - Paraclete Aviation Life Support, a member of the Airborne Public Safety Association [APSA], is emerging as a global provider of aviation helmets [Types 1 + 2] for the law enforcement industry as the company builds strategic partnerships throughout the world in county, state and federal government agencies in the U.S., as well as law enforcement agencies in Japan and Brazil, announces new law enforcement clients.
As a commitment to global law enforcement while setting a higher standard in helmet manufacturing, Paraclete has secured certifications for four of its five [sizes] of the Aegis™ [ee-jis meaning ‘protection’] D Type 1, all five sizes of the Aspida™ [a-speed-a meaning ‘shield’] Type 1, and all five sizes of the Aspida Carbon helmet set forth by the Department of Interior [DOI] + the United States Forest Services [USFS] civilian helmet aviation standard.
Paraclete also announces its Annual Aviation Life Support Equipment [ALSE] Level II Certified Maintenance Training Course schedule on April 23 at the Courtyard Marriott in downtown Nashville, TN.
1. Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of State Police Air Wing (MSP)
The MSP State Police Air Wing [helicopter unit] ordered Aspida helmets for its network of first responders. It has a fleet of [5] turbine helicopters and [1] fixed wing aircraft. Aircrews stand ready to respond from three strategically located Air Bases within the state 365 days a year. Currently, the unit consists of 21 pilots and tactical flight officers.
2. Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office Air Support Unit
The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office Air Support Unit received Aspida-D helmets last October when the air support office also received a 2004 Sikorsky HH-60L, a military-grade aircraft retrofit for fire suppression. The aerial law enforcement support unit operates [5] rotors and [1] fixed-wing aircraft to accomplish multiple law enforcement operations and public safety missions.
“The Aspida-D helmet is lightweight and very comfortable. We especially like the magnetic helmet buckle and the helmet's microphone. All is all, it’s also a great-looking helmet.”, said Deputy George DeLuca, Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office Air Support Unit
“We are pleased that the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office County Air Support Unit chose Paraclete where we strive to deliver comfort, safety and innovation as a standard while we continue to push research and development to better the lives of those who fly,” said Scott Hedges.
3.Yellowstone National Park Service
Paraclete delivered Aegis-D helmets to Yellowstone National Park Service in support of the agency’s aerial firefighting + law enforcement missions. “Once again, we are pleased to support the DOI-USFS Helitack crews with our lightweight Aegis-D model which features a cheek-mount weapon system coupled by the stability provided by our innovative dial system ensuring comfort with innovative features,” said Paraclete President and Founder Scott Hedges.
4. National Police Agency of Japan (NPA) - EuroTec Japan
Through Paraclete’s distributor and partner EuroTec Japan, the National Police Agency [NPA] of Japan www.npa.go.jp ordered the Aspida Carbon helmets featuring the lightweight carbon fiber shell. The new Paraclete helmets will join the department’s existing fleet of 30 aircraft with the recent order for one Airbus H225 and four H135 helicopters by Japan’s NPA as part of its fleet modernization program.
NPA of Japan is administered by the National Public Safety Commission of the Cabinet Office in Japan. EuroTec Japan Corporation/EuroTec Japan, Inc. is a global helicopter leasing and transport, service and support company.
“We are proud of our collaborative relationship with EuroTec Japan which represents the Paraclete family of helmets in support of the National Police Agency in Japan with our Aspida Carbon helmet, which come with the Kairos™ retention assembly with Boa® Closure System, Paraclete Clear™ visors that offer near zero horizontal shift and positivity, and magnetic Fidlock® buckles.”
5. Glendale Police Department, CA - Aspida Carbon’s Hearing Protection + Noise Cancelling
Glendale Police Department [GPD] Glendale, CA ordered Aspida Carbon helmets for the Glendale/Burbank Joint Air Support Unit. “In addition to the noise cancelling feature, we chose the Aspida Carbon specifically for its light weight while still providing the required safety levels,” said GPD Police Officer Patrick Hamblin. “It was important to each of the pilots and tactical flight officers that we find a lightweight helmet that would also protect our hearing, and we found all of that with the Aspida Carbon."
“We tested helmets from a variety of different companies, but after testing the Aspida Carbon, our unit unanimously decided on Paraclete. Prior to our research, we were not as familiar with Paraclete so we called other agencies who use Paraclete helmets. Based on their responses, we were excited to give the company a try. We are very pleased with both the quality of the product, and Paraclete’s timely and helpful customer service.”, said Patrick Hamblin, Police Officer, Glendale Police Department, CA
About Paraclete Aviation Life Support: Launched in 2014, Paraclete Aviation Life Support conducts extensive research and testing to design Type 1 and 2 helmets with innovative
technology and modern composites that deliver protection and comfort.
Headquartered in Clarksville, TN, Paraclete provides worldwide service to clients in 25 different countries, including Europe, South America and Asia. Paraclete is an ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer providing design, development, and manufacturer, and offers Aviation Life Support Equipment [ALSE] education and training.
As a committed member of Helicopter Association International [HAI], Association of Air Medical Services [AAMS], Airborne Public Safety Association [APSA], and National Business Aviation Association [NBAA], Paraclete continually provides associations with data and critical research in the spirit of a safer rotor industry for all.
As a commitment to global law enforcement while setting a higher standard in helmet manufacturing, Paraclete has secured certifications for four of its five [sizes] of the Aegis™ [ee-jis meaning ‘protection’] D Type 1, all five sizes of the Aspida™ [a-speed-a meaning ‘shield’] Type 1, and all five sizes of the Aspida Carbon helmet set forth by the Department of Interior [DOI] + the United States Forest Services [USFS] civilian helmet aviation standard.
Paraclete also announces its Annual Aviation Life Support Equipment [ALSE] Level II Certified Maintenance Training Course schedule on April 23 at the Courtyard Marriott in downtown Nashville, TN.
1. Commonwealth of Massachusetts Department of State Police Air Wing (MSP)
The MSP State Police Air Wing [helicopter unit] ordered Aspida helmets for its network of first responders. It has a fleet of [5] turbine helicopters and [1] fixed wing aircraft. Aircrews stand ready to respond from three strategically located Air Bases within the state 365 days a year. Currently, the unit consists of 21 pilots and tactical flight officers.
2. Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office Air Support Unit
The Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office Air Support Unit received Aspida-D helmets last October when the air support office also received a 2004 Sikorsky HH-60L, a military-grade aircraft retrofit for fire suppression. The aerial law enforcement support unit operates [5] rotors and [1] fixed-wing aircraft to accomplish multiple law enforcement operations and public safety missions.
“The Aspida-D helmet is lightweight and very comfortable. We especially like the magnetic helmet buckle and the helmet's microphone. All is all, it’s also a great-looking helmet.”, said Deputy George DeLuca, Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office Air Support Unit
“We are pleased that the Santa Barbara County Sheriff’s Office County Air Support Unit chose Paraclete where we strive to deliver comfort, safety and innovation as a standard while we continue to push research and development to better the lives of those who fly,” said Scott Hedges.
3.Yellowstone National Park Service
Paraclete delivered Aegis-D helmets to Yellowstone National Park Service in support of the agency’s aerial firefighting + law enforcement missions. “Once again, we are pleased to support the DOI-USFS Helitack crews with our lightweight Aegis-D model which features a cheek-mount weapon system coupled by the stability provided by our innovative dial system ensuring comfort with innovative features,” said Paraclete President and Founder Scott Hedges.
4. National Police Agency of Japan (NPA) - EuroTec Japan
Through Paraclete’s distributor and partner EuroTec Japan, the National Police Agency [NPA] of Japan www.npa.go.jp ordered the Aspida Carbon helmets featuring the lightweight carbon fiber shell. The new Paraclete helmets will join the department’s existing fleet of 30 aircraft with the recent order for one Airbus H225 and four H135 helicopters by Japan’s NPA as part of its fleet modernization program.
NPA of Japan is administered by the National Public Safety Commission of the Cabinet Office in Japan. EuroTec Japan Corporation/EuroTec Japan, Inc. is a global helicopter leasing and transport, service and support company.
“We are proud of our collaborative relationship with EuroTec Japan which represents the Paraclete family of helmets in support of the National Police Agency in Japan with our Aspida Carbon helmet, which come with the Kairos™ retention assembly with Boa® Closure System, Paraclete Clear™ visors that offer near zero horizontal shift and positivity, and magnetic Fidlock® buckles.”
5. Glendale Police Department, CA - Aspida Carbon’s Hearing Protection + Noise Cancelling
Glendale Police Department [GPD] Glendale, CA ordered Aspida Carbon helmets for the Glendale/Burbank Joint Air Support Unit. “In addition to the noise cancelling feature, we chose the Aspida Carbon specifically for its light weight while still providing the required safety levels,” said GPD Police Officer Patrick Hamblin. “It was important to each of the pilots and tactical flight officers that we find a lightweight helmet that would also protect our hearing, and we found all of that with the Aspida Carbon."
“We tested helmets from a variety of different companies, but after testing the Aspida Carbon, our unit unanimously decided on Paraclete. Prior to our research, we were not as familiar with Paraclete so we called other agencies who use Paraclete helmets. Based on their responses, we were excited to give the company a try. We are very pleased with both the quality of the product, and Paraclete’s timely and helpful customer service.”, said Patrick Hamblin, Police Officer, Glendale Police Department, CA
About Paraclete Aviation Life Support: Launched in 2014, Paraclete Aviation Life Support conducts extensive research and testing to design Type 1 and 2 helmets with innovative
technology and modern composites that deliver protection and comfort.
Headquartered in Clarksville, TN, Paraclete provides worldwide service to clients in 25 different countries, including Europe, South America and Asia. Paraclete is an ISO 9001:2015 certified manufacturer providing design, development, and manufacturer, and offers Aviation Life Support Equipment [ALSE] education and training.
As a committed member of Helicopter Association International [HAI], Association of Air Medical Services [AAMS], Airborne Public Safety Association [APSA], and National Business Aviation Association [NBAA], Paraclete continually provides associations with data and critical research in the spirit of a safer rotor industry for all.
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