The Tucson Police Air Support Unit has invested in Trakka Systems for the delivery and installation of two Total Mission Solution packages.

The Tucson Police Department (TPD), established in 1972, operates a fleet of three Bell 206 helicopters to patrol and secure the city of Tucson, Arizona. These two newly equipped aircraft will now benefit from Trakka's cutting-edge technology, empowering officers with a comprehensive suite of airborne patrol capabilities to strengthens situational awareness and streamlines operations.

Each Trakka Total Mission Solution deployed by the Tucson PD Air Support Unit comprises TrakkaCam TC-300, TrakkaBeam TLX and TrakkaMaps TM-100. The cam is a gyro-stabilised, compact EO/IR imaging system providing high-definition video and thermal imagery for superior day and night surveillance, the beam is a high-intensity xenon searchlight offering powerful illumination for nighttime operations, search and rescue missions, and traffic stops, while maps are mission mapping and video management system that integrates seamlessly with TrakkaCam and TrakkaBeam, allowing for real-time data overlay on maps, simplified flight path planning and streamlined evidence management.

“I am thrilled Tucson PD is utilising our equipment for public safety operations,” says Mike Kipphorn, Trakka Systems' director of sales, western region. “The adoption of the Trakka Total Solution will undoubtedly enhance its technological capabilities and contribute to improved safety for the people of Tucson.”

The key benefits for the Tucson Police Air Support Unit are enhanced situational awareness and streamlined evidence collection. The combination of high-definition video, thermal imaging and precise mapping data provides officers with a clear understanding of their surroundings, enabling them to make informed decisions during critical operations.

Improved operational efficiency: The integrated Trakka Total Mission Solution simplifies data sharing and communication between officers, reducing workload and fostering a more coordinated response.

TrakkaBeam's powerful illumination enhances officer and suspect safety during nighttime operations and low-visibility scenarios. TrakkaCam's advanced recording capabilities allow for detailed capture of critical evidence, simplifying investigations and prosecutions. The technology will enhance the safety of TPD's missions.