Reiser Simulation and Training has recently secured a significant contract to provide the German Navy with a maintenance training rig for its latest NH90 military helicopter variant, known as the Sea Tiger. This agreement encompasses the reconfiguration of the simulator to align with the specific needs of the incoming Sea Tiger model and will include over 1,000 standard and specialized procedure sessions. These sessions will cover critical operations such as engine replacements and emergency rotor blade folding, ensuring that the maintenance personnel are well-prepared for real-life scenarios.
The company, headquartered in Oberer Luessbach, indicated that project work commenced in early November, with a timeline extending through 2026. Reiser’s CEO, Dr. Johannes Hain, expressed gratitude for the continued partnership, highlighting that this contract underscores the customer’s enduring trust in Reiser’s innovative Maintenance Training Rig (MTR) approach. He added that the company’s ongoing projects are a testament to their dedication to delivering high-quality training solutions that adapt to the changing demands of military operators globally.
This new contract follows another agreement signed in November 2023, which involved the delivery of an NH90 helicopter trainer for the German Armed Forces and NATO. The NH90 Sea Tiger, developed by Airbus, is engineered specifically for anti-submarine warfare and addresses the modern operational requirements of the German Navy.
The Sea Tiger’s specifications reveal an aircraft with a fuselage and main rotor diameter measuring 16 meters (52 feet), capable of transporting up to 20 troops, two NATO pallets, or approximately 4,200 kilograms (9,240 pounds) of external cargo. It operates with twin engines that generate around 2,400 horsepower each, allowing the helicopter to reach a maximum speed of 300 kilometers (186 miles) per hour. The helicopter boasts an impressive range of 1,000 kilometers (621 miles) and can operate at altitudes of up to 6,000 meters (19,685 feet) with an endurance capacity of five hours.
In terms of armament, the NH90 Sea Tiger is well-equipped, featuring a cannon, rocket pods, door guns, and implements for deploying anti-submarine as well as air-to-surface missiles. This robust configuration ensures that the Sea Tiger is a formidable asset in maritime defense operations.
