West Michigan’s Newest Crime Fighter
Source: FOX 17, 02-May-13
There’s a new buzz around West Michigan and you may have heard it flying above your home. Michigan State Police have a new helicopter. (See Full Story)
FlightSafety now offers B212/412/430 training in Dallas
Source: FlightSafety, 03-Mar-13
FlightSafety International announces that it now offers training for Bell Helicopter operators at its newly expanded Learning Center in Dallas, Texas. “The relocation of our Bell Helicopter training programs to the Dallas Learning Center will significantly enhance the service our Customers receive and further increase the quality and value we provide,” said David Davenport, Senior [...]
Florida’s Lee County suspends EMS operations for 6-9 months
Source: Lee County, 29-Aug-12
Aeromed has relocated its emergency medical helicopter from LaBelle to Fort Myers as of 10 a.m. today to provide coverage in Lee County while MEDSTAR is out of service. Lee County Emergency Medical Services temporarily suspended its MEDSTAR flight operations on Tuesday, August 21 to begin reconfiguration toward national accreditation standards. MEDSTAR is expected to [...]
HeliFlite adds second S76 to fleet
Source: HeliFlite, 19-Jun-12
HeliFlite(TM) is pleased to announce the expansion of its fleet with the addition of a Sikorsky S-76B helicopter. The HeliFlite fleet features a complement of five Bell 430 and two Sikorsky S-76B executive helicopters. HeliFlite only operates executive class twin-engine, dual pilot aircraft which accommodate 6-8 passengers. All aircraft are Category A certified and equipped [...]
UT Lifestar launches web-based survey tool
Source: UT Lifestar, 09-Feb-12
UT LIFESTAR recently entered into a partnership with RSQ911 Solutions to launch a web-based survey tool that will allow them to capture key insights and measure customer satisfaction at every stage of transport. The survey tool is an extension to their commitment to provide superior services to patients and their families, as well as the pre-hospital and hospital [...]
Major promotion for HeliFlite’s HeliCard program
Source: HeliFlite, 03-Feb-12
For the month of February, HeliFlite is offering a “Half HeliCard™” (12.5 hours) as an introduction to the 25-hour HeliCard™ program. This is an outstanding opportunity for customers to enjoy significant, year round savings, while having guaranteed access to HeliFlite’s award winning helicopter service. At HeliFlite, HeliCard™ sales have grown dramatically as customers recognize they [...]
HeliFlite expands charter operations to Florida
Source: Heliflite, 30-Nov-11
“Florida is a popular travel destination for our clientele,” states Brian Lantier, Director of Strategy and Business Development at HeliFlite. “The demand for charter operations has increased significantly over the years. The ability to save time by flying directly to top golf courses, Miami or Disney World is a huge convenience.” Florida operations will be based out of West Palm [...]
HeliFlite awarded Platinum Safety Rating by Argus International
Source: HeliFlite, 10-Nov-11
ARGUS recognizes HeliFlite’s ongoing commitment to safety by renewing their Platinum Safety Rating through 2012. “It is great to see operations like HeliFlite, who acknowledge the importance of building an organization focused around safety and quality, maintain the ARGUS Platinum Rating”, said ARGUS President and CEO, Joseph Moeggenberg. “HeliFlite should be proud to be one [...]
HeliFlite introduces private helicopter airport transfer services
Source: HeliFlite, 05-Oct-11
HeliFlite announces 24/7 airport helicopter transfer services. Airport transfers are available to and from private area airports: Teterboro (TEB) and White Plains (HPN) as well as international hubs such as Newark (EWR), John F. Kennedy (JFK) and LaGuardia Airport (LGA). The flight time into any of the 3 New York City heliports is under 15 [...]
Lee County EMS MedStar implements 40 day “Safety Stand Down”
Source: Lee County MedStar, 23-Jun-11
Lee County, FL (June 22, 2011) – Lee County Emergency Medical Services (LCEMS) implemented a “stand down” of its MEDSTAR flight operations for a safety review at 7 a.m. Wednesday, June 22. MEDSTAR will resume operations at 7 a.m. Monday, Aug. 1 with its recently acquired Bell 430 helicopter. Bayflite has agreed to relocate one [...]
HeliFlite marks 20,000 accident-free hours
Source: HeliFlite, 07-Jun-11
Founded in 1998, HeliFlite is a full service helicopter operator offering on demand charter, a 25-hour HeliCard, fractional ownership and aircraft management services. HeliFlite’s outstanding safety record has been recognized by ARGUS International who has awarded HeliFlite “Platinum” status as well as Wyvern who has audited the company seven times and recommends HeliFlite as a [...]
Stolen Bell 430 found at Dallas motel
Source: KDFW Fox 4, 06-Jun-11
Early Friday morning, Dallas police found out about a chopper parked at the Century Inn in the 2100 block of Northwest Highway, near Loop 12. [File photo]
Idaho-based EMS operator expecting two Bell 429s
Source: HeliHub.com, 30-May-11
St. Luke’s Health System’s bases at Twin Falls and Meridian are expected to upgrade their helicopters to Bell 429s in the near future. Like their current 430s, these will be leased from Boise-based Idaho Helicopters, and will half the lift-off time offered by the current machines to just four minutes. An exact date is not [...]
UM Survival Flight gets green light for new $11M HQ
29-May-11
The 80,000-square-foot building will be built on county property on Tooley Road, just north of M-59 in Howell Township. The 13-acre site, the former Hubbel farm, has access to the Livingston County Spencer J. Hardy Airport.
Lee County Medstar selects Becker Avionics for Bell 430
Source: Becker Avionics, 06-Jan-11
Becker Avionics’ DVCS6100 Digital Audio System has been selected by Lee County MEDSTAR for integration into their recently acquired Bell 430 twin-engine helicopter. The aircraft is currently undergoing completion at Sarasota Avionics and will be specifically tailored to their needs. The DVCS6100 was chosen due to its unique ability to effectively manage and control all [...]
URS delivers two modified B430s to Ecuadorian Navy
Source: United Rotorcraft Solutions, 30-Aug-10
On August 1, 2010 United Rotorcraft Solutions (URS) delivered two Bell 430’s to the Ecuadorian Navy. The first 430 received a Garmin GNS400 GPS coupled to the autopilot, the Honeywell Mark XXII EGPWS, right hand sliding door, hoist provisions and some maintenance items. The second helicopter also received the Honeywell Mark XXII EGPWS, right hand [...]
Sabotage ruled out in Sept-09 Andhra Pradesh chief minister crash
Source: Times of India, 18-May-10
In its inquiry report submitted to the state government, the agency said the crash was an “accident” which could have been averted if the pilots had terminated the journey or changed the flight path in view of adverse weather conditions – see HeliHub accident data – 2-Sep-09 VT-APG Bell B430 46 miles east of Kurnool, [...]
Pilot error caused death of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister
Source: Outlook India, 21-Jan-10
The helicopter crash which claimed the life of Andhra Pradesh Chief Minister Y S R Reddy was caused by pilots’ error who lost the chopper’s control and were engrossed for vital six minutes trying to locate a flight manual HeliHub.com page for this accident is here
AFS Certifies High Performance Engine Inlet Filter for Bell 430
Source: AFS, 05-Jan-10
St. Louis, Mo., January 5, 2010 – Aerospace Filtration Systems, Inc. (AFS), a wholly owned subsidiary of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE:DCI) and a division of the Aerospace & Defense group, has received a Supplemental Type Certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration for an Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) system for the Bell 430 helicopter. With this new [...]
Pentastar Aviation manages Michigan Survival Flight fleet
Source: CharterX, 14-Nov-09
The University of Michigan has signed a multi-year agreement with Pentastar Aviation to provide management and support for all emergency medical operations for the Survival Flight program. The Survival Flight fleet includes a Citation Encore jet airplane and three Bell 430 helicopters.
Kaman Awarded $53M Composites Contract From Bell Helicopter
Source: Kaman, 10-Sep-09
Kaman Aerospace has been awarded a five-year contract with a potential value of $53 million to build composite helicopter blade skins and skin core assemblies for Bell Helicopters. Under the terms of the contract, Kaman will provide 18 different assemblies for H1, 406, 407, 412, 427, 429, 430 and BA609 aircraft.
Life Flight Network earns “Air Medical Program of the Year” award from AAMS
Source: Life Flight Network, 29-Jul-09
United Rotorcraft Solutions Delivers Upgraded 430 to Carolinas Medical Center
Source: Rotorhub, 07-Apr-09
PHOTO OF THE DAY: Brazilian Bell 430 operated by Weston Taxi Aereo
Source: Aviation Corner, 01-Apr-09
United Rotorcraft Solutions/Ahlers Aerospace Awarded STC for Bell 430 NVG Mods
Source: Vertical, 25-Mar-09
