Airbus Helicopters to factory-fit Smith Myers ARTEMIS mobile-phone detection and location systems across its fleet

Under a framework agreement, Airbus Helicopters will factory-fit Smith Myers' ARTEMIS mobile-phone detection and location systems (MPDLS) and offer ARTEMIS as a retrofit option across its helicopter fleet. The deal embeds Smith Myers' MPDLS into Airbus Helicopters' production and aftermarket pathways.

Discovered 2025-09-08T05:37:03.482519-07:00 | 2025-09-08T05:37:03.482519-07:00

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  • Secures ARTEMIS MPDLS as an OEM-fitted and aftermarket retrofit across Airbus Helicopters’ fleet, creating a clear production, delivery and sustainment pathway for the capability.
  • Adds an on‑aircraft capability to detect and locate mobile phones at a time when regulators and investigators are scrutinizing onboard communications systems for safety and security issues (see the BEA’s findings on DRAIMS and subsequent patches: https://hype.aero/?story=dc09136f-ddb8-49f4-8539-5becde5d5774).
  • Aligns with Airbus Helicopters’ broader push to integrate mission and sensor systems into new-production and retrofit packages (context on recent modular mission/system integrations: https://hype.aero/?story=8285076f-4196-4300-bca9-5af43ccc7465).

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2025-09-08T05:37:03.482519-07:00
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