Peoria Public Safety Video Series

STARTING UP

From no aviation to a public safety aviation unit in under two years: Hear from the chief, command staff and officers flying a Bell 505 on their journey and mission successes along the way in Peoria, Arizona.

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Starting Up: Mission

When Peoria, Arizona decided to launch a police aviation unit, it chose the Bell 505 for its advanced capabilities. See how this fast-growing city is using air to enhance its police mission with speed and visibility.

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Starting Up: The Chief

For Chief Thomas Intrieri of the Peoria, Arizona Police Department, starting up an aviation unit flying a Bell 505 is making an immediate difference, one you can see in the sky and hear on the ground.

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Starting Up: The Process

In Peoria, Arizona, the police department is in startup mode with a new aviation unit. Here's how it got there, deciding the Bell 505 was right for surveillance, assisting ground officers and supporting fire rescue operations.

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