Dienst Luchtvaartpolitie
The Dienst Luchtvaartpolitie (Police Aviation Service) is the aviation branch of the Dutch Korps landelijke politiediensten (KLPD; National Police Services Agency). They operate a fleet of helicopters for various law enforcement purposes and surveillance duties. They are also responsible for enforcing air law, for example by conducting alcohol checks on pilots.
MBB Bo 105 helicopter from the Dienst Luchtvaart Politie on display
Fleet
The Dienst Luchtvaartpolitie as per February 2019 operates the following aircraft:
| Type | Number | Order | Remarks |
|---|---|---|---|
| AgustaWestland AW139 | 3 | 0 | |
| Eurocopter EC135 | 6 | 0 | |
| Total | 9 | 0 |
The Eurocopters were ordered to replace the older MBB Bo 105. The AW139 is also available for use by the Dienst Speciale Interventies (Special Intervention Service).
External links
- Politie.nl - Dienst Luchtvaart Politie (Dutch only)
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