Who Are We
ESTA Group brings together
helicopter simulation, training and drone operations under one roof.
So that operators get a single partner, and independent of aircraft platform, across oil and gas, energy, defense and industry.
Trusted by world-leading companies in defense, aviation and industry.
Services
What We Deliver
Training and simulation for helicopter and drone pilots, technical training and certification. We deliver the full operational capability for oil and gas, defense and industry within aviation.
High-fidelity simulation environments that replicate real-world conditions, enabling helicopter pilots and third crew members to train and prepare without operational risk.
Drone and Helicopter Operator Training & Certification
Educational training programs for drone pilots at all levels and across all industry segments, with proven expertise in safe and secure BVLOS operations at any complexity level.
AI-powered drone systems built for ISR, surveillance and logistics operations, deployed and supported across defense, aviation and industrial environments worldwide.
Operator Training
Qualified Operators.
Mission-Ready Teams
ESTA Group offers certified training programs that prepare helicopter pilots, technicians and drone operators for real-world missions across defense, aviation and industrial environments.
TRU Helicopter Simulator
Bell-certified full-flight Level D simulator for Bell 525 and Bell 412 helicopter pilots and third crew members, built on TRU simulation technology for realistic mission training.
Drone Operator and Training Licences
Issued by the Norwegian Civil Aviation Authority (Luftfartstilsynet) in accordance with EASA regulations, qualifying operators to fly legally across Norway and the EU.
Approved Training Organisation
Approved by the County Municipality to train future drone pilots attending high school, giving the next generation of operators a certified foundation in unmanned aviation.
TRU Simulation
Simulation Built for
Real Missions.
Delivering high-end simulation and training to ensure pilots and crew are prepared for every scenario they will face in the field.

High Fidelity training systems
The Bell 525 is the world's first fly-by-wire commercial helicopter, designed to operate safely in harsh environments with reduced pilot workload. It features the first fully integrated touchscreen avionics suite purpose-built for helicopters.
Bell 412 & Bell 525
A multi-purpose utility helicopter built for the most demanding missions. Deployed across search and rescue, emergency medical services, fire-fighting, coast guard operations, airborne surveillance, counter terrorism and law enforcement including SWAT missions.
Simulation and training
Train Without Risk.
Perform Without Limits.
A high-fidelity helicopter simulation platform built for military and civilian operators, replicating real-world mission conditions in a controlled environment.
Helicopter Simulator
High-fidelity TRU simulation built for Bell 525 and Bell 412 helicopter pilots and third crew members, replicating real-world mission conditions in a controlled environment.
Physical and software-based simulation
Military and civilian certified training
Realistic mission scenarios
Safe, repeatable training environments
Our Platforms
World-Leading Platforms.
Built for Your Mission.
We source and deploy the world’s leading autonomous platforms, matched to your operational requirements across defense, aviation and industrial environments.
Drone
Partnered with Ondas
ESTA Group partners with Ondas to deliver reliable, secure and intelligent UAS solutions for critical infrastructure, security and industrial operations
Ondas Inc. (Nasdaq: ONDS) is a leading provider of autonomous systems and private wireless solutions, combining aerial intelligence and next-generation connectivity to enhance security and operational efficiency across essential industries.
Physical and software-based simulation
Military and civilian certified training
Realistic mission scenarios
Safe, repeatable training environments
About Us
The People
Behind the Mission.
Meet the leadership team behind ESTA GROUP. Reach out directly to discuss how we can support your operational needs.
Our Companies
One Group. Four Divisions.
ESTA GROUP operates through four specialized divisions, each built to deliver within their field and together covering the full operational spectrum.

Helicopter department
Advanced flight training for qualified helicopter pilots. Our type rating courses are cutting-edge and intensive, delivering comprehensive training for aviation professionals at every level.

Certified drone training adapted to pilots at all levels, from hobby and recreational flying to advanced professional and BVLOS operations requiring extensive certification.

Simulator department
The ESTA full-flight Level D simulator (FSTD) is built to meet the specific requirements of operators and surpass Level D regulatory standards across all training scenarios.

Education department
Covers instructors for helicopter, drone and simulator training, alongside administration, finance, sales, branding, compliance and safety, all working together to support every department.













