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Helicopteros Dominicanos, S.A. is first Wingman certified operator in the Caribbean

Helicopteros Dominicanos, S.A., dba Helidosa, has successfully achieved the Wingman certification by Wyvern, one of the most demanding air carrier safety certifications in the industry.

To be considered as a Wingman, operators must have an immaculate record for a minimum of five years with the appropriate aviation authorities, actively show their commitment to leading safety practices, and have a strong safety culture. Operators must also provide consistently up-to-date, accurate safety data in the Wyvern online database and successfully pass an onsite audit every two years where flight, maintenance, and company business practices are evaluated against The Wingman Standard.

The Wingman Standard was the first commercial safety standard in business aviation, and is continually revised by Wyvern's advisory board as aviation safety practices evolve. It is one of the most challenging standards to uphold.

Helidosa located in the Dominican Republic has been operating commercially since 2001 and has grown to be the largest aviation company in the Caribbean, Helidosa is the only Wyvern certified "Wingman" in the Caribbean. In addition to providing first class jet charter services throughout South and Central America, Europe and the Caribbean, Helidosa also offers air medical transport services. In December 2015 Helidosa will be adding a Citation X to its existing fleet of Citation Bravos, Mustang, XLS and Sovereign.

With their Wingman certification, Helidosa is now a participant in Wyvern's Pilot & Aircraft Safety Survey (PASS) program. Operators enrolled in the program submit their data for transparent risk assessments which may be accessed by Wyvern customers for each flight. PASS Reports measure over 100 data points concerning the aircraft, crew qualifications, crew currency, and insurance.

“It is with great enthusiasm we welcome Helidosa to our international network of Wyvern certified Wingmen. By embracing The Wingman Standard Helidosa has gone beyond the minimum regulatory requirement and become an industry leader in safety culture.” says Art Dawley, Wyvern ceo.