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Corporal Ben Cater Pilot |
Mr. Daniel J. Rice Pilot |
Mrs. Melissa F. Heuttel Pilot |
Although the helicopter sections have a much greater visibility, the Aviation Command also operates a Fixed Wing section.
The Maryland State Police began flying in 1954 with a Stinson L5, two-seat, radio-equipped airplane. The use of this aerial platform represented a significant advance in law enforcement operations. For many years, the Fixed Wing section has proven to be a vital element in law enforcement support with missions such as observation, crime scene and traffic accident scene photography, extraditions, police related transportation and tracking of suspect vehicles. In addition, fixed wing speed enforcement initiatives have led to the issuance of thousands of speeding citations and many related criminal apprehensions. Be sure to double check your speed when you see those "Speed Enforced from Aircraft" signs.
Today the Aviation Command continues to provide fixed wing services to police and allied governmental agencies. We currently have two fixed wing aircraft:
The Maryland State Police Fixed Wing Section continually seeks to improve the quality of services to its customers. We welcome feedback from those who have used, or may consider using, our services. Should you have a mission request, please contact us at (443)827-1367. Should you have any questions about the services we provide, please e-mail us. We look forward to hearing from you.