Finland – Coptersafety, the Finland-based helicopter simulator training provider, has appointed Eetu Peuraniemi as Chief Flight Instructor (CFI), succeeding Martin Berner, who has led the role since 2022.

• He previously served as Coptersafety’s Lead H145 TRI and has held multiple roles within the organization over more than a decade, including Head of Training (2015–2017) and freelance AW139 TRI/TRE.

• Outgoing CFI Martin Berner, who has been with Coptersafety for over ten years, will continue supporting the organization as an AW139 TRI/TRE freelancer to ensure continuity during the transition.

• Peuraniemi brings operational experience across Search and Rescue (SAR), Offshore, and Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS), strengthening Coptersafety’s alignment with mission-critical rotorcraft operators.

Statements

• “I have been happy to witness the continuation of Coptersafety as a reliable provider of flight training services.” – Martin Berner

• “I want to thank Martin for his contribution as a CFI to Coptersafety. Your dedication and efforts are deeply appreciated.” – Mikko Kallio, Head of Training

• “I’ve been at Coptersafety for over a decade, strengthening the skills of pilots around the globe. As CFI, I’m focused on following the industry’s development and regulatory aspects to ensure we are always ‘one step ahead of reality’.” – Eetu Peuraniemi

• “I am pleased to welcome Eetu as a CFI. His long career as a pilot in the industry as well as his vast instructor experience in several roles at Coptersafety will give him a perfect background to successfully manage his new role!” – Mikko Kallio

Source: Coptersafety
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