5-Jul-2023Source: Bluedrop
Bluedrop Training & Simulation Inc. (“Bluedrop”) through its sister company Bluedrop USA has been awarded a contract to provide two advanced Hoist Mission Training System (HMTS) for helicopter hoist operator training. These acquisitions will support the recent addition of the 12 Sikorsky S70i CAL FIRE HAWK helicopters. The fixed full size HMTS will be deployed... Read more
28-Jan-2020Source: Collins Aerospace
Collins Aerospace Systems, a unit of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), today announced that three of the world’s top aerial firefighting agencies are equipping their helicopters with the company’s newest rescue hoist, the Goodrich 44318. The Los Angeles County Fire Department (LACoFD) and the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) selected the hoist for their... Read more
20-Sep-2016Source: HeliHub.com
Jandakot WA Police Air Wing base recently installed its first winch simulator. The simulator, which cost $250 000, enables the force to practice their drills without having to use one of the two helicopters the base has. This also ensures more front-line patrols can be done as the helicopters are now available, reports Perth Now.... Read more
12-May-2016Source: AH+RT
Advanced Helicopter+Rescue Techniques completes Initial Hoist Training with Orange County Sheriff’s Air Support Unit. The training was performed in Orange County and provided Ground Training as well as Technical Ground and Flight Training. Orange County Sheriffs Sgt. Bill Fitzgerald says, “ the training was tailored to our needs extremely well, conducted and adjusted to an... Read more
1-Mar-2016Source: Breeze-Eastern
Breeze-Eastern LLC will display its largest-ever array of leading-edge and legacy products in Exhibit 11944 at HAI HELI-EXPO 2016. The company will introduce and display a new DC brushless motor and controller for new and legacy 20200 Series rescue hoists. The upgraded hoist, known as BL-20200-440, features unlimited duty cycle, a 60 percent increase in... Read more
1-Mar-2016Source: HeliHub.com
Jenoptik is exhibiting its prototype of a new civilian electric rescue winch at the specialist exhibition for rotary-wing aircraft at Heli-Expo. The “SkyHoist 800” is developed in collaboration with ZF Aviation Technology, and can be viewed on stand 8761 of the globally operating specialist for the development, manufacture and maintenance of gearbox applications and aviation... Read more
30-Mar-2015Source: Breeze-Eastern
Breeze-Eastern Corporation (NYSE MKT: BZC), the aerospace industry’s only dedicated hoist and winch specialist, today announced the milestone delivery of more than 1,000 BL-29900 rescue hoist systems. “Building and delivering these 1,000 hoists is a point of pride for our team,” said President and CEO Brad Pedersen. “This milestone is a powerful reminder that our... Read more
19-Aug-2014Source: Breeze-Eastern
Breeze-Eastern Corporation (NYSE MKT: BZC), the aerospace industry’s only dedicated hoist and winch specialist, continues its strong focus on technology and innovation, today announcing plans for a Virginia-based Innovation and New Product Development Center. The Innovation Center, to be located in the Fredericksburg, Virginia area, will be led by Brad Repp, who has joined Breeze-Eastern... Read more
15-Jul-2014Source: Breeze Eastern
Breeze Eastern Corporation (AMEX: BZC), the aerospace industry’s only dedicated hoist and winch specialist, is unveiling a series of rescue hoist product enhancements and sensor integration concepts designed to improve situational awareness for rescue mission crews. The product enhancements, which are designed to improve safety and reduce the time required to complete a rescue mission,... Read more
25-Feb-2014Source: Breeze-Eastern
Responding to customer needs for faster spares parts deliveries,Breeze-Eastern Corporation (NYSE MKT: BZC), the aerospace industry’s only dedicated hoist and winch specialist, today announced plans for a new spare parts distribution system supported by significantly increased inventory levels. “We recognize that responsive spares support and turnaround times are critical to our customers’ mission success,” said... Read more
23-Feb-2014Source: Air Rescue Systems
Air Rescue Systems Corp. (ARS) is proud to debut our MD 902 Explorer, allmission platform, as the latest addition to our fleet. The 902 will be center stage at MDHI’s Heli-Expo booth. The new aircraft is equipped as single pilot IFR and NVG. It’s outfitted for medevac, rescue hoist and FAST rope/Heli-Rappel ops. This platform... Read more
23-Feb-2014Source: Onboard Systems
This Cargo Hook Retention System is designed for Bell 204, 205, 212 and 412 operators looking to keep the cargo hook assembly from rotating during certain types of external load missions. This certified upgrade kit provides a restraining arm that is coupled to the cargo hook assembly and supported by a bracket that is attached to... Read more
10-Oct-2013Source: http://www.abc.net.au/news/2013-10-08/ebor-gorge-rescue-re-ignites-chopper-winching-debate/5009018
The Deputy Mayor of Tamworth Regional Council says a bushwalker rescue in the Guy Fawkes River National Park shows why it’s important for winching to be restored to Tamworth’s helicopter See full story... Read more
23-Sep-2013Source: Breeze-Eastern
Significant improvements in overhaul and repair turnaround times at Breeze-Eastern Corp. (AMEX: BZC) represent an important element of a broader customer support initiative underway at the helicopter hoist, winch and hook manufacturer. The Company has improved turnaround times by 54 percent over the past year and is now expanding its Customer Support organization with new... Read more
16-May-2013Source: Breeze-Eastern
Breeze-Eastern Corporation (AMEX: BZC), the aerospace industry’s only dedicated hoist and winch specialist, has been selected by The Boeing Company to design, develop and produce a new cargo winch for the MV-22 Osprey. Breeze-Eastern will initially manufacture 18 winches, with first deliveries in 2014. “Breeze-Eastern is proud to bring this product to the U.S. Marine... Read more
5-Mar-2013Source: Breeze-Eastern
The United States Coast Guard has contracted with Breeze-Eastern Corporation (AMEX: BZC) to design a new hydraulic hoist controller for its MH-65 search and rescue helicopters. Breeze-Eastern, the aerospace industry’s only dedicated hoist and winch specialist expects a production contract to follow the $1 million design program. The new controller will replace a 25-year-old legacy... Read more
21-Feb-2013Source: Breeze Eastern
Brad Pedersen, President and Chief Executive Officer of Breeze-Eastern Corporation (AMEX: BZC), the aerospace industry’s only dedicated hoist and winch specialist, today announced a series of changes designed to strengthen key areas of the organization. Steve Chisarik has joined the company as Vice President of Development Programs; Rodger Hahneman has been promoted to General Manager... Read more
5-Nov-2012Source: North Shore News
HETS Issue Resolved! Transport Canada and Manufacturer have come to an agreement that will get HETS teams back in the air. Recently, due to the meticulous work of North Shore Rescue’s equipment officer, a serious issue relating to all the helicopter external transport system (HETS) kits in Canada was brought to light. Although this problem... Read more
8-Oct-2012Source: Breeze-Eastern
Breeze-Eastern Corporation (AMEX: BZC), the aerospace industry’s only dedicated hoist and winch specialist, has been selected by Sikorsky Aircraft to supply cargo hooks, electric rescue hoists and RAST (Recovery Assist, Secure and Traverse) probes for U.S. Army UH/HH-60M BLACK HAWK and U.S. Navy MH-60S and MH-60R Naval Hawk™ helicopters. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United... Read more
26-Sep-2012Source: US DoD
Breeze-Eastern Corp., Whippany, N.J. (FA8524-12-D-0009), is being awarded a $25,082,679 firm-fixed-price contract to repair the rescue hoist and control box supporting the HH-60G helicopters. The location of the performance is Whippany, N.J. Work is expected to be completed by Sept. 20, 2018. The contracting activity is AFSC/PZAAA, Robins Air Force Base, Ga.... Read more
23-May-2012Source: Breeze-Eastern
Breeze-Eastern Corporation (nyse mkt:BZC)(nyse mkt:the “Company”) today announced that Brad Pedersen has been appointed to serve as the Company’s new President and Chief Executive Officer. Pedersen succeeds Donald M. (Mike) Harlan, who has served as Breeze-Eastern’s President and CEO since January, 2010, and who has decided to resign to pursue other interests. Pedersen has been... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: Goodrich
At next week’s Heli-Expo, Goodrich Corporation will showcase advanced helicopter technology that brings real-time information to air crews and lower operating costs to owners along with enhanced safety and rescue systems. Heli-Expo 2012 takes place at the Dallas Convention Center on February 12-14 in Dallas, Texas. Goodrich (booth 4410) will display its HUMS (health and... Read more
3-Mar-2011Source: Breeze-Eastern
The U.S. Coast Guard (USCG) is upgrading the hoists of more than 100 H-65 Multi-Mission Cutter Helicopters with a unique safety-enhancing product available exclusively from Breeze-Eastern Corporation (Heli-Expo Exhibit 3631). The USCG installation of the Reactive Overload Clutch is nearly complete and many of the upgraded hoists are already operational. The Reactive Overload Clutch is... Read more
3-Mar-2011Source: Goodrich
Goodrich Corporation’s (NYSE: GR) Sensors and Integrated Systems business will present its tenth annual Rescue Hoist Users Conference along with a special maintenance training session, March 3-4, 2011, immediately prior to the HAI HELI-EXPO(R) trade show in Orlando, Fla. The conference will take place at the Hilton Orlando. The conference will include an exchange of information between... Read more
1-Mar-2011Source: Zephyr International
Zephyr International LLC in conjunction with Capital Logistic Services Inc. has delivered thirty Manual Rescue Hoist Ground Support Equipment (RHGSE) tools to the French Civil Security Helicopter Group in 2010. Zephyr provided a system for the French Civil Security Helicopter Group to evaluate over a seven-month period, which included testing in the various climatic regions... Read more
12-Aug-2010Source: Zephyr International
Zephyr International LLC offers a Non Destructive Inspection (NDT) system for rescue hoist wire ropes. The MagSens TM system provides the capability to measure and record defects in the rescue hoist cable and to provide a permanent record of the cable’s structural integrity. Rescue hoist cable is technically wire rope, but we use the terms... Read more
24-Jun-2010Source: Zephyr International
Zephyr International LLC has completed the delivery, installation and training on three Rescue Hoist Hanger Test Facilities in three locations for the 160th SOAR(A). The Rescue Hoist Hanger Test facilities, when used in conjunction with their previously purchased Rescue Hoist Ground Support Equipment (AKA, “the Zephyr”), allow the 160th SOAR(A) to maintain their rescue hoists... Read more
11-May-2010Source: Zephyr International
Zephyr International LLC has delivered and installed a State of the Art Rescue Hoist Test Facility to the US Coast Guard’s Support Facility in Elizabeth City N.C. The test facility is designed to operate and test the Rescue Hoists in use by the Coast Guard on their Jay Hawk and Dauphine helicopters. The facility utilizes... Read more
18-Feb-2010Source: Goodrich
Goodrich Corporation’s (NYSE: GR) Sensors and Integrated Systems business will present its ninth annual Rescue Hoist Users Conference along with a special training session, February 18-20, 2010, immediately prior to the HAI HELI-EXPO(R) trade show in Houston, Texas. The conference will take place at the Hyatt Regency in Houston, and will include operational and technical... Read more
