Royal Canadian Air Force begins TigerEx 2013
Source: Royal Canadian Air Force, 16-May-13
Search and Rescue technicians, aircrew, maintainers, and other support personnel from 8 Wing Trenton today began an annual search and rescue exercise in Churchill, Manitoba, which will run from May 13-17. “Our Government is seized with improving our search and rescue system,”said the Honourable Peter MacKay, Minister of National Defence. “Search and Rescue technicians harness [...]
HNZ reports results for Q1 ended 31-Mar-13
Source: HNZ Group, 15-May-13
The Corporation generated revenue of $54.2million, compared with revenue of $62.5million in the first quarter of 2012. This net decrease is mainly due to the completion of the Ornge contract in the first quarter of 2012 and a decrease in revenues from the northern and southern hemisphere markets due to the current challenging economy. The [...]
HNZ declares monthly dividends
Source: HNZ Group, 15-May-13
HNZ Group Inc. (“HNZ”) (TSX:HNZ.A, HNZ.B) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared monthly dividends of $0.091875 per Common Share and Variable Voting Shares, payable on each of August 15, 2013,September 13, 2013 and October 15, 2013 to holders of record at the close of business July 31, 2013, August 30, 2013 and September [...]
CHC and supplier ACL selected as finalists for tech award
Source: ACL, 15-May-13
ACL, together with customer CHC Helicopter, has been selected as a finalist in the “Adoption of Technology” category for this year’s BCTIA (British Columbia Technology Industry Association) Technology Impact Awards. ACL was chosen for the way its cloud-based GRC solution helped CHC Helicopter, the world’s largest helicopter services company, streamline its business processes and facilitate [...]
Neighbours complain at temporary EMS helipad
Source: The Sudbury Star, 15-May-13
It may be little consolation to residents in the Kirkwood Drive-Ramsey Lake Road area who are furious about a temporary helipad being located in their neighbourhood, but the notice is in the mail. (See Full Story)
Canada – UAV locates person after ground search failed
Source: Draganflyer, 13-May-13
Early this morning, Saskatoon RCMP received a call of a single vehicle rollover on Highway #5 about 5 km east of St. Denis, Saskatchewan. RCMP, along with St. Denis and Vonda Fire Rescue, and EMS from MD Ambulance responded to the scene. Upon arriving at the scene, emergency responders could not locate the vehicle’s occupants. [...]
STARS launches second lottery in Saskatchewan
Source: The STARS Lottery, 10-May-13
The STARS Lottery in Saskatchewan officially launches today with 2,206 prizes worth over $3.8 million. In its inaugural year in 2012, STARS generated more than $1.6 million – a significant source of funding to help keep STARS in the sky. “STARS’ success depends on the people across this great province. All proceeds from the lottery [...]
CHC Prices Private Offering of US$300M Senior Unsecured Notes Due 2021
Source: CHC, 09-May-13
CHC Helicopter announced today that it has priced a private offering of US$300 million aggregate principal amount of its 9.375% Senior Unsecured Notes due 2021. The offering is exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended. CHC expects to use proceeds from the notes to repay borrowings outstanding under its [...]
Obituary – STARS founder John Panton
Source: STARS, 08-May-13
He was an engaging storyteller, a master at delivering puns and always good for a funny joke or two. John Panton’s dedication, devotion and admiration for STARS, however, were no laughing matter. “Without John’s support, and that of others from the Lions Club and community, STARS wouldn’t be here,” said Dr. Greg Powell, STARS founder. [...]
Register Update – Canada – April 2013
Source: Rotorspot.nl, 05-May-13
This news item is part of the HeliHub.com “Register Updates” series, listing helicopters which have been added to a particular national register, removed from it or the listed owner has changed. Our coverage represents the majority of registration and owner changes within the global civilian helicopter fleet. Most updates are weekly or monthly, although some [...]
Great Slave Helicopters introduces BK117
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 03-May-13
Great Slave Helicopters (GSH) has taken delivery of a BK117 from the Eurocopter Canada Service Center after customization. The BK117 was originally purchased in Germany, with Eurocopter Canada performing various modifications to customize the aircraft. Great Slave Helicopters BK117 complements their existing fleet of twenty-four Eurocopter aircraft. Their extensive Eurocopter fleet consists of the following [...]
Helijet Expands B.C. Central Coast Presence
Source: Helijet International, 02-May-13
Richmond-based Helijet International continues to firmly develop its presence in the Prince Rupert and Haida Gwaii region of British Columbia’s North Coast. Helijet announced it has secured four-year air service agreements with two significant BC sport fishing lodges located in the Whale Channel and Caamano Sound regions of the Central Coast of British Columbia. Together, [...]
Ornge Sells Two Surplus AW139s
Source: Ornge, 02-May-13
Ornge, Ontario’s provider of air ambulance and related services, announced today two surplus AW139 helicopters have been sold. The selling price was $20 million USD for two aircraft, or $10 million per helicopter. “With the sale of these helicopters, Ornge has taken another important step in addressing legacy issues inherited from previous leadership,” said Dr. [...]
Ledcor Extends Summit Brand to Northern Aviation Companies
Source: Ledcor Group, 02-May-13
Ledcor Air Limited has received regulatory approvals to acquire the operations, business and assets of Trinity Helicopters Ltd. as a going concern. Moving forward, the operation will do business as Summit Helicopters. Regulatory approvals are also in place for a full merger of Arctic Sunwest Charters and Summit Air Charters, which will operate as one [...]
STARS marks first anniversary in Saskatchewan
Source: STARS, 02-May-13
Today, STARS air ambulance acknowledges its one-year anniversary of providing helicopter air ambulance services in the province of Saskatchewan. Since beginning operations from its Regina base in April 2012, STARS has flown or rendered care to more than 300 patients in Saskatchewan. STARS currently operates 24 hours a day, seven days a week from bases [...]
HNZ accident-free in 2012 with over 65,000 flying hours
Source: HNZ, 01-May-13
After collating all the statistics from their operations world-wide, HNZ Global have been celebrating a completely accident free 2012. Flying more than 65,000 hours in mostly specialized ‘niche’ helicopter operations all around the world, the “clean slate” represents a remarkable effort, especially for such a large and diverse organization. “Operating in both the utility market [...]
Hy-Ridge Helicopters takes delivery of AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 01-May-13
Hy-Ridge Helicopters Ltd. has chosen its fourth A-Star aircraft, an AS350 B3e, to support a variety of utility and transport missions throughout Alberta and British Columbia that include; long-lining, sling operations, fire suppression, heli-torch operations, air ambulance services, seismic operations, mining exploration, heli-skiing as well as, private and corporate charter services. “The AS350 B3e’s incredible adaptability [...]
Canada spent $700,000 to undo renovations for delayed helicopter
Source: Globe and Mail, 30-Apr-13
The Department of National Defence was forced to spend $700,000 last year to undo portions of a $4-million renovation project on one of its frigates to deal with the delays in the H-92 project (see full story)
Appeal made for Montreal R44 axe vandal
Source: HeliHub.com, 29-Apr-13
Robinson specialist Rotorcorp has posted an online video to help the appeal to track down an axe-wielding vandal who seriously damaged a Robinson R44. The helicopter was parked outside overnight in Montreal Canada on Friday 19th April 2013, when someone. Damage to the tail boom and most windows is evident from the video, as well [...]
Former Ornge directors say they didn’t know about CEO’s extra fees
Source: CTV News, 25-Apr-13
Several former directors of Ornge say they were kept in the dark about extra fees ousted CEO Chris Mazza collected on top of his high salary from Ontario’s troubled air ambulance service. (See full story)
Coast to Coast Helicopters adds two AS350B3e to Mustang fleet
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 17-Apr-13
Coast to Coast Helicopters took delivery of two enhanced AS350 B3e’s to increase support for the groups utility helicopters operations. Both aircraft will be operated by one of the group’s subsidiary operations; Mustang Helicopters. “The purchase of the AS350 B3e’s was an easy decision as the AStar family has continued to demonstrate its reliability and [...]
Canadian R66 certification nears
Source: HeliHub.com, 16-Apr-13
Transport Canada is closing in on the announcement that it has certified the Robinson R66. In a similar way to Russia, Canada has recently accepted the ELOS document issued by the FAA – and that is the last key piece in the jigsaw. ELOS (Equivalent Level Of Safety) is a technical reassurance on the hydraulic [...]
Canada issues RFP for Coastguard Bo105 replacement
Source: Canadian Government, 08-Apr-13
The Honourable Rona Ambrose, Minister of Public Works and Government Services and Minister for Status of Women, today announced that Public Works and Government Services Canada, on behalf of the Canadian Coast Guard, issued a Request for Proposals (RFP) for the procurement of light helicopters, under the Coast Guard helicopter fleet renewal procurement. “Our Government [...]
Register Update – Canada – March 2013
Source: Rotorspot.nl, 03-Apr-13
This news item is part of the HeliHub.com “Register Updates” series, listing helicopters which have been added to a particular national register, removed from it or the listed owner has changed. Our coverage represents the majority of registration and owner changes within the global civilian helicopter fleet. Most updates are weekly or monthly, although some [...]
HNZ Group Reports 2012 Year-End Results
Source: HNZ Group Inc., 28-Mar-13
HNZ Group Inc. (TSX: HNZ.A, HNZ.B) (“the Corporation”), an international provider of helicopter transportation and related support services, today announced its financial and operating results for the fourth quarter and fiscal year ended December 30, 2012. FOURTH QUARTER RESULTS The Corporation generated revenue of $60.7 million, compared with revenue of $68.7 million in the fourth [...]
HNZ Group declares monthly dividends
Source: HNZ Group Inc, 28-Mar-13
HNZ Group Inc. (“HNZ”) (TSX : HNZ.A, HNZ.B) announced today that its Board of Directors has declared monthly dividends of $0.091875 per Common Share and Variable Voting Shares, payable on each of May 15, 2013, June 14, 2013 and July 15, 2013 to holders of record at the close of business April 30, 2013, May [...]
Sea King detachment support to successful counter-terrorism mission
Source: RCAF, 26-Mar-13
Her Majesty’s Canadian Ship (HMCS) Regina returned to Esquimalt, B.C., on March 14, following a successful eight-month deployment. During the deployment, the ship’s crew conducted maritime security and counter-terrorism operations in the Arabian Sea region. HMCS Regina deployed with a crew of 225 personnel, a shipboard unmanned aerial vehicle detachment, and a CH-124 Sea King [...]
RCMP fly Draganflyer UAV for accident/crime investigation work
Source: RCMP, 25-Mar-13
The Royal Canadian Mounted Police is a leading North American national police force, covering three Canadian territories, eight provinces, more than 190 municipalities, 184 Aboriginal communities, and three international airports. The “F” division is responsible for the Saskatchewan region and like other divisions, is always looking for new technology to improve their level of service [...]
Ornge investigation may take another year, says OPP
Source: CBC News, 22-Mar-13
Ontario taxpayers will know within a year whether any charges will be laid in the criminal probe of the troubled Ornge air ambulance service, Ontario Provincial Police Commissioner Chris Lewis said Wednesday (see full story)
Is EASA R66 debacle really Robinson’s fault?
Source: HeliHub.com, 14-Mar-13
Robinson continues to work with the relevant authorities to get the turbine engined R66 certified in Russia, Canada and Europe – and a recent press release from Sloane Helicopters confirms that some progress is being made – indeed there is every indication that now the FAA has granted Robinson the ELOS (Equivalent Level of Safety) paperwork, certification [...]
New Ontario hospital helipad to improve patient care
Source: Ornge, 12-Mar-13
Markham Stouffville Hospital and Ornge, Ontario’s provider of air ambulance and related services, are pleased to announce the opening of the hospital’s new rooftop heliport. An Ornge helicopter made its inaugural landing at the hospital today and was greeted by hospital CEO, Janet Beed. “This new heliport will help us provide more efficient service to [...]
Turbomeca and Phoenix Heli-Flight sign a Support by the Hour Contract
Source: Turbomeca, 08-Mar-13
At Heli Expo, Turbomeca signed a Support By the Hour (SBH®) contract with Phoenix Heli-Flight regarding his fleet of Arriel 1D1 following delivery of the two new AS350B2. This contract will cover all the Turbomeca engines in Phoenix Heli-Flight fleet. By signing this contract, Phoenix Heli-Flight becomes the largest Canadian operator under Turbomeca SBH® program. [...]
Eurocopter Canada announces corporate EC130T2 sale
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 07-Mar-13
Eurocopter Canada announces the sale of a new EC130 T2 helicopter to Fox Aviation of Montreal, Quebec. The aircraft will be flown privately and is the third Eurocopter helicopter in the past 12 years selected by Fox Aviation. First was an EC120, then the EC130 B4 and now the EC130 T2, an evolution of the [...]
Eurocopter Canada announces sale of EC130T2 to Peak Aviation
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 07-Mar-13
Peak Aviation adds latest member of the Ecureuil Family in its Eurocopter fleet in order to fulfill its expanding activities in the Quebec region The EC130 T2 will join Peak Aviation’s fleet, consisting entirely of Eurocopter products, including; two EC130 B4’s, one AS350 B3 and an AS350 B3e, that was recently delivered in March 2012. [...]
Phoenix Heli-Flight expands fleet with single and twin-engined Eurocopters
Source: Eurocopter, 06-Mar-13
Phoenix Heli-flight will soon welcome two new AS350 B2’s, an EC135 twin-engine aircraft and signs MOU for the first Canadian EC145 T2. “The AS350 B2’s are a favorite of our clients and we needed to increase our capacity to satisfy the demand for this aircraft”, sited Paul Spring, President and CEO of Phoenix Heli-Flight. The [...]
Eurocopter Canada Introduces On-line Technical Publication Service
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 06-Mar-13
The new innovative on-line technical publications service will allow Eurocopter Canada’s customers to gain access to all up-to-date aircraft publications through the Keycopter portal. This will create instant access as soon as the publications are released. “We strive to make all support materials easily accessible for our customers,” said Guy Joannes, President and CEO, ECL. [...]
Universal Helicopters Newfoundland orders AS350B3e
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 06-Mar-13
Universal Helicopters has chosen its fifth A-Star aircraft, an AS350 B3e, to assist with utility and transport missions throughout Newfoundland and Labrador. The sale was confirmed today with Eurocopter Canada Limited (ECL) at Heli-Expo 2013 in Las Vegas, Nevada. “The AS350 B3e’s extraordinary versatility and reputation as the ultimate work horse made it the [...]
First Corporate GrandNew To Be Delivered in North America
Source: AgustaWestland, 05-Mar-13
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce that the first GrandNew to be delivered to a Canadian customer and the first corporate configured GrandNew to be delivered in North America is making its debut at Heli-Expo 2013, being held at the Las Vegas Convention Center from 5th to 7th March.. Bob Brant, AgustaWestland Philadelphia’s [...]
Eurocopter Canada adds new STC items for AS350, EC130 and EC120
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 05-Mar-13
With the recent certification of the 2nd Battery Installation for the EC130 B4 and the Cable Cutter installation for the AS350, Eurocopter Canada Limited (ECL) has increased the range of kitted Supplemental Type Certificates (STC’s) for Eurocopter’s AS350, EC130 and EC120 product range. With the 2nd battery installation on the EC130, operators can benefit from [...]
Donaldson announces Canadian STC for LongRanger inlet barrier filter
Source: Donaldson, 05-Mar-13
Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), is pleased to announce a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) from Transport Canada (TC) for an Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) system for the Bell 206L/LR helicopter. The IBF provides critical year-round engine protection in all environments, from typical ramp operations to off-airport and remote [...]
Register Update – Canada – February 2013
Source: Rotorspot.nl, 02-Mar-13
This news item is part of the HeliHub.com “Register Updates” series, listing helicopters which have been added to a particular national register, removed from it or the listed owner has changed. Our coverage represents the majority of registration and owner changes within the global civilian helicopter fleet. Most updates are weekly or monthly, although some [...]
Airexcell Sells first MD902 Into Canada to Ascent Helicopters
Source: Airexcell, 01-Mar-13
Mark Campolong of Airexcell in Pennsylvania sold a MD902 Explorer to Ascent Helicopters of Parksville, BC Canada. This is the first MD902 certified by Transport Canada to operate in Canada. The helicopter will be used for a variety of applications, including utility work in B.C. and across Western Canada. The MD902 has proven to be [...]
STARS begins night missions from Saskatoon base
Source: STARS, 28-Feb-13
STARS Air Ambulance begins 24-hour-a-day operations at its Saskatoon base. Since launching service in mid-October, the Saskatoon base has been providing service 12-hours per day from 7:00 a.m. to 7:00 p.m. “Safety is always our priority,” says Ron Dufresne, vice-president of Saskatchewan operations. “Now that the majority of clinical and aviation staff have had time [...]
Ornge Submits First Quality Improvement Plan
Source: Ornge, 27-Feb-13
Ontario patients requiring air ambulance services and critical care transport will receive better care thanks to Ornge’s first Quality Improvement Plan. The Quality Improvement Plan, submitted to the Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care today, is a requirement under Ornge’s amended Performance Agreement and is a key step to ensuring public confidence in its air [...]
2013 CHC Safety & Quality Summit – Gala Dinner keynote speaker announced
Source: CHC, 20-Feb-13
Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada – Simon Sinek, a leading motivational speaker and author of, Start With Why: How Great Leaders Inspire Everyone to Take Action, has been confirmed as the keynote speaker for the Gala Dinner at the 2013 CHC Safety & Quality Summit. The Gala dinner will take place on Tues., March 19, at the Westin [...]
Expedition Helicopters acquires Kelner Helicopters fleet
Source: Expedition Helicopters, 20-Feb-13
Expedition Helicopters Inc. has acquired the fleet of V. Kelner Helicopters located in Thunder Bay. Expedition Helicopters, owned and operated by Todd Calaiezzi, has a main base in Cochrane, satellite offices in Moosenee and Moose Factory, Hearst, Roquemaure, Que. and Gatineau, Que., and now in Northwestern Ontario. The Thunder Bay satellite office is conveniently located [...]
Absolute Marketing & Communications expands team
Source: Absolute Marketing, 18-Feb-13
Absolute Marketing & Communications (AM&C) - absolutemarketing.ca; a full-service marketing-communications agency specializing in the aerospace sector announces the addition of Rod Youngberg as the newest member of the Absolute Marketing team, as a Rotary Wing Aviation Consultant. “Rod Youngberg is the president and chief executive officer of Vortex Aviation Limited; a consulting agency specializing in a variety [...]
Canadian military reports on CH-146 Griffon accident of July 6th 2009
Source: Canadian military, 06-Feb-13
The Flight Safety Investigative Report and Epilogue of the fatal air accident involving the Griffon helicopter CH146434 that occurred on July 6, 2009, near Kandahar Air Field, is now available on the Air Force Directorate of Flight Safety website. The Flight Safety Investigative Report describes factual data and includes a comprehensive analysis of all factors [...]
Ledcor completes acquisition of Trinity Helicopters
Source: Ledcor, 06-Feb-13
Ledcor Air Limited, a member of The Ledcor Group of Companies, announced today that it has concluded the purchase of Trinity Helicopters Limited, based in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. “We are pleased to have finalized the acquisition of Trinity Helicopters. Their operations and client-base complements our existing aviation businesses, Summit Air and Arctic Sunwest Charters,” said [...]
Winnipeg Police responded to 3,445 incidents in 2012
Source: CBC, 06-Feb-13
According to police, AIR1 responded to 3,445 incidents in 2012, resulting in 185 arrests by ground patrol units. (see full story)
Cadorath Aerospace adds robotic HVOF plasma spray system
Source: Cadorath Aerospace, 05-Feb-13
Cadorath Aerospace announced it’s installation of a robotically controlled HVOF plasma spray system. This recent addition broadens their already diverse metal coating capabilities and in-house processes used for approved repairs on Bell Helicopter and Rolls-Royce Model 250 engine parts. HVOF (high velocity oxygen fuel) plasma spray coating produces the highest quality of coatings available today. [...]
Phoenix Heli-Flight to acquire an EMS EC135
Source: Fort McMurray Today, 04-Feb-13
Despite STARS being active in many parts of Alberta, Phoenix Heli-Flight is convinced that there is a market for 24×7 EMS services in other parts of the Province. So much so, they are buying a Eurocopter EC135 for such operations (see full story)
Register Update – Canada – January 2013
Source: Rotorspot.nl, 04-Feb-13
This news item is part of the HeliHub.com “Register Updates” series, listing helicopters which have been added to a particular national register, removed from it or the listed owner has changed. Our coverage represents the majority of registration and owner changes within the global civilian helicopter fleet. Most updates are weekly or monthly, although some [...]
Transwest Helicopters to overhaul two Gulf of Mexico Bell 412s
Source: Transwest Helicopters, 03-Feb-13
Transwest Helicopters Ltd, who in October 2011 relocated from the Chilliwack Airport in Southwest British Columbia to the Oliver Airport in the Southern Interior, is pleased to announce that the company has won a contract to overhaul two Bell 412 helicopters at its brand new hangar facility in Oliver British Columbia Canada this winter. These [...]
Ornge commits to ensuring EMS service in Thunder Bay
Source: Ornge, 01-Feb-13
Ornge, Ontario’s provider of air ambulance and related services, is reaffirming its commitment to patients in Northern Ontario by taking steps to increase staffing levels at its Thunder Bay base. “We are pleased to announce this enhancement of what is a vital service in the northwest, given the vast geography and long distances between medical [...]
Blackcomb Aviation appoints President & COO
Source: Blackcomb Aviation, 31-Jan-13
Jason McLean, Chairman of Blackcomb Aviation and President & CEO of the McLean Group, has named Jonathan Burke President & Chief Operating Officer of Blackcomb Aviation. This appointment follows a 6 month executive search in Canada, the United States, and Europe. ”In a field of exceptionally qualified executive talent,” said McLean, ”Jonathan Burke was a clear standout. He brings the [...]
Gemini Helicopters issues statement on fatal R44 crash
30-Jan-13
“In the evening of January 27, 2013 Gemini was alerted of an overdue helicopter with a last known location approximately 77 kilometers southwest of Fox Creek. ” (see full story) File photo
RCMP to expand use of unmanned mini-helicopters
Source: National Post, 28-Jan-13
“It’s starting to catch on more and more. Eventually, I think you’ll see (unmanned aerial vehicles) in almost all the provinces,” said RCMP Staff Sgt. Dave Domoney (see full story)
SkyTrac Systems to exhibit at the Mineral Exploration Roundup 2013
Source: SkyTrac Systems, 27-Jan-13
SkyTrac Systems will be exhibiting at the Mineral Exploration Roundup 2013 from January 28th-31st at the Westin Bayshore in Vancouver. Roundup is the world’s premier technical mineral exploration conference presented by the Association for Mineral Exploration British Columbia. Roundup will bring together organizations and people representing all components of the global mineral exploration and mining [...]
Canadian Maritime H-92 hits Sikorsky parent UTC results
Source: HeliHub.com, 24-Jan-13
UTC, the parent company of Sikorsky, reported its fourth quarter and full year results yesterday. In a very telling section of the press release, they admit that “earnings per share [of parent UTC] of $1.04 were down 27%” and of that, “results included a $0.12 charge recorded at Sikorsky related to the Canadian Maritime Helicopter [...]
Alberta Health Services moves STARS BK117 to Edmonton Airport
Source: Alberta Health Services, 21-Jan-13
Patients living in northern Alberta will continue to have access to rapid, reliable, and safe emergency care when the new air ambulance base is relocated to the Edmonton International Airport (EIA) in March. Alberta Health Services air ambulance operations are moving to a new 3,600 square-metre hangar at the Edmonton International Airport, immediately adjacent to [...]
Eurocopter Canada Accepting Nominations for ‘Innovation in Safety Award
Source: Eurocopter Canada, 17-Jan-13
Eurocopter Canada Limited (ECL) will recognize outstanding achievement with its presentation of the 2nd Annual ‘Innovation in Safety Award’. This award was established as a benchmark in which to measure the advanced achievements accomplished by groups, companies, organizations or agencies in maintaining Canadian rotary wing safe flying operations, while employing an exceptional or groundbreaking approach. [...]
Custom Helicopters loses JetRanger on collapsing ice floe
Source: HeliHub.com, 11-Jan-13
This news item is part of the accident data provided by HeliHub.com on this site. Information provided in this update may potentially be incomplete or inaccurate as we frequently post these stories only a very short time after the accident has occurred. Users of HeliHub.com are advised to carry out their own checks and searches, [...]
Charlottetown hospital helipad lighting upgrades complete
Source: CBC, 08-Jan-13
Lighting upgrades on the helipad at Charlottetown’s Queen Elizabeth Hospital are now complete. It means the helipad is now available day and night. (see full story)
CHC Safety & Quality Summit 2013 – New Pre-Summit Course
Source: CHC, 07-Jan-13
Accident/Incident Response Preparedness March 21-23 (2.5 days) Course Description: This course is designed for individuals who are involved in either preparing for an accident or responding to one as a representative of their organization. It is based on the premise that accidents are relatively rare events and organizations may have little experience in dealing with them. [...]
Ornge introduces new whistleblower protection policy
Source: Ornge, 07-Jan-13
Ornge, Ontario’s provider of air ambulance and related services is further improving accountability and transparency by introducing a whistleblower policy. “We are truly committed to continuous improvement at Ornge, and that means everyone should feel free to come forward with concerns, without fear of reprisal,” said Ron McKerlie, Interim President and CEO of Ornge. “Our [...]
Paramedic union opposes helicopter service
Source: Prince George Citizen, 04-Jan-13
“a trauma surgeon flying around in a helicopter, but it just doesn’t sound very realistic or geared towards patient care,” says the provincial president of the Ambulance Paramedics of BC (see full story)
Register Update – Canada – December 2012
Source: HeliHub.com, 03-Jan-13
This news item is part of the HeliHub.com “Register Updates” series, listing helicopters which have been added to a particular national register, removed from it or the listed owner has changed. Our coverage represents the majority of registration and owner changes within the global civilian helicopter fleet. Most updates are weekly or monthly, although some [...]
Ornge appoints news President/CEO
Source: Ornge, 20-Dec-12
The Board of Directors of Ornge, Ontario’s provider of air ambulance and related services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Dr. Andrew McCallum, M.D., F.R.C.P(C), as President and Chief Executive Officer of Ornge. Since 2008, Dr. McCallum has been the Chief Coroner for Ontario. Prior to that he was a Regional Coroner and held [...]
Targets for H-92/CH-148 Cyclone deliveries to be missed again in 2013
Source: Ottawa Citizen, 19-Dec-12
Sikorsky acknowledges to a Canadian newspaper that it won’t meet its targets this year or next for delivering CH-148 Cyclone helicopters – the local designation for the military S92 (see full story)
Register Update – Canada – November 2012
Source: Rotorspot, 17-Dec-12
This news item is part of the HeliHub.com “Register Updates” series, listing helicopters which have been added to a particular national register, removed from it or the listed owner has changed. Our coverage represents the majority of registration and owner changes within the global civilian helicopter fleet. Most updates are weekly or monthly, although some [...]
Ornge announces new COO
Source: Ornge, 17-Dec-12
Ornge have announced the appointment of Rob Giguere to the role of Chief Operating Officer (COO). Mr. Giguere will oversee Aviation, Operations and the Operations Control Centre to ensure all teams are working together and moving forward to support Ornge’s focus on patient care and Ontario operations. He brings decades of experience and knowledge in [...]
Replacement Cyclic Friction certified for Bell 206B, 206L and 407
Source: Aero Design, 12-Dec-12
AERO Design Ltd. proudly announces Transport Canada certification of our Replacement Cyclic Friction Assembly for the Bell 206B, 206L Series, and 407, Supplemental Type Certificate SH12-59. The Replacement Cyclic Friction Assembly is a direct replacement for the original knob and shaft assembly used to tighten the cyclic friction. The replacement part removes the typical wear [...]
Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing kicks off its 37th season
Source: Selkirk Tangiers, 11-Dec-12
Another season kicks off at Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing! Our guides have been out in the tenure all week, checking on the conditions and doing the final set up as we prepare to open our doors for our 37th year of operations this weekend. Today’s report confirmed 250cm of settled snow at treeline (1800 metres) [...]
New aerospace marketing agency has a familiar face
Source: Absolute, 05-Dec-12
Dave McGrath, a long-time marketing, communications and business development specialist in the aerospace industry announces he has joined forces with leading website development and graphic design firm, Lois Kelly Design Studio to form a new, full-service marketing and communications agency specializing in the aerospace sector. Going forward as Absolute Marketing & Communications (AMC – www.absolutemarketing.ca); the [...]
