Advanced wireless intercom

Axnes is an approved supplier to original equipment manufacturers (OEMs); what does that say about the quality, durability, and versatility of its products?

Axnes has been a supplier to the industry since 1995, with our legacy Polycon system still in use by operators today. Since then our products have improved and have undergone major changes, moving from an analog system to a fully digital encrypted wireless intercom system (ICS).

To provide our products to the major OEMs, Axnes is fully European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) qualified, holding a Production Organisation Approval (POA) and is also Part 145 qualified.

The PNG wireless ICS is widely regarded as the most robust system in the industry, being used in search and rescue (SAR), law enforcement and helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) operations. The fact that operators are still flying with our legacy system is a great testament to the quality and durability of our system.

What qualities in the design and functionality of Axnes products make them invaluable in the special missions sector? The PNG wireless intercom is designed towards requirements from the industry. It provides full duplex wireless communication with the crew via the intercom, making you, as an operator, fully part of all intercommunication that is going on as if you were onboard the aircraft and plugged into the intercom. It consists of a base station and a number of handheld transceivers. The noise cancelling technology in our system is unique, being able to recognize and filter out what is noise. As an operator you can be standing or hoisting right in the downwash of the rotors and you will not hear anything of that noise back into the ICS, providing very clear communication. It also has plenty of other functions that come in handy. It is voice operated, and it gives full access to onboard radios, so carrying multiple radios is not necessary anymore. It also comes with GPS, allowing the crew to see the operators pop up on their moving map system. This is very helpful in low-visibility operations as you can keep onboard systems, like a camera or search light, dynamically on target. The system achieves a range of around 3–5km, most times even more. The biggest benefit of a wireless ICS versus a radio is that you are continuously part of the intercom, greatly increasing mission safety and situational awareness.

We have had many customers coming back to us who stated that if not for the PNG wireless intercom, they could not have safely and successfully performed their operation. We are very humbled by that and take great pride that our PNG system contributes to saving lives all over the planet.

How easily are Axnes products integrated into new and legacy systems on board operators’ platforms?

Axnes has different product lines, meaning we have full installation systems, and systems that can be used as carry on equipment. We even have hybrid solutions for some of our customers. The Axnes PNG system integrates with all existing ICS on the market and can be installed by one of the OEMs, or your own maintenance, repair and overhaul company can do it as a retrofit.

What can Axnes offer that other companies cannot, and what is coming in the future?

Axnes PNG can be considered the most advanced and reliable wireless ICS on the market. Today, over 2,500 helicopters worldwide fly with our system, making us the market leader in SAR and law enforcement sectors as well.

In addition to the robustness and high reliability of our PNG system, Axnes is also known for its high customer satisfaction. We support each of our customers with installation, configuration, commissioning, and training of crew members.

We are delighted to demonstrate the Axnes PNG system at European Rotors at booth #2023.