9-Aug-2011Source: American Eurocopter
American Eurocopter announced today that the Ontario (CA) Police Air Support Unit has taken delivery of its third AS350 B2. The aircraft is scheduled to join the fleet in December when it will go into service performing patrol and surveillance missions for the City of Ontario, California. “The AS350 family of helicopters is recognized throughout... Read more
9-Aug-2011Source: FlightSafety
[HeliHub.com editor note – while mainly dedicated to business jet training, the Tucson center also has capability to train on Eurocopter AS350 FlightSafety International is pleased to announce that Kelly Allender has been promoted to Manager of the company’s Learning Center in Tucson, Arizona. “Kelly consistently goes above and beyond to respond to the needs... Read more
9-Aug-2011
The long held ambition will soon be realised after Great Western Ambulance Service (GWAS) agreed last week to relinquish its sole trusteeship of the appeal. GWAS had been criticised by air ambulance campaigners for being the sole trustee of the appeal. (Full story)... Read more
9-Aug-2011Source: ASiQ
ASiQ Limited the developers of the patented SafeCell cell phone system for aircraft, announced today they commissioned the world’s first iPhone in flight cell phone Bluetooth App on a Business Jet. Ron Chapman, ASiQ’s CEO stated, “this is a very important milestone for the company, as in order to effectively test the system you need... Read more
9-Aug-2011Source: Bristow Group
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: BRS) today reported adjusted net income, excluding asset disposition effects, for the first quarter ended June 30, 2011 of $20.0 million, or $0.54 per diluted share, compared to $19.6 million, or $0.54 per diluted share, in the same period a year ago. GAAP net income for the first quarter was $21.0 million, or $0.57 per diluted share, compared to GAAP net income... Read more
9-Aug-2011Source: HFI
Helicopter Foundation International (HFI) is now accepting applications for the 18 scholarships it awards to students of the helicopter industry. If you are currently enrolled in school and working towards a career in rotorcraft, you are eligible to have some of your tuition paid for! Go towww.helicopterfoundation.org and download an application for the scholarship of... Read more
9-Aug-2011
Footage released of rioter pointing gun at helicopter... Read more
8-Aug-2011Source: Aspen Avionics
Aspen Avionics, manufacturer of the innovative Evolution Flight Display System, and Western Avionics, the largest dedicated avionics service company in Canada, have announced the Transport Canada approval for installation of Aspen’s H-series Primary Flight Displays (PFDs) and Multi-function Flight Displays (MFDs) into the Robinson R44 and R44 II model helicopters. Aspen’s H-series PFD and MFD systems... Read more
8-Aug-2011Source: Canadian Helicopters
Canadian Helicopters Group Inc. has appointed Keith Mullett to the newly created position of executive vice-president (international), effective Aug. 8, 2011. As executive vice-president (international), Mr. Mullett will be responsible for Canadian Helicopters’ current and future international commercial charter operations excluding Afghanistan, and will oversee the development of Canadian Helicopters’ international operations including the integration... Read more
8-Aug-2011Source: HeliHub.com
East Anglian Air Ambulance “EAAA” have had a rough time in recent months, starting with their previous vendor Sterling Helicopters losing their operating certificate after internal procedural irregularities (see story). Sterling owned and operated the two Eurocopter BK117s that EAAA used, and thus the air ambulancd charity without a ride. Within a couple of weeks,... Read more
8-Aug-2011Source: Nightline
Nightline, Inc., a US Small Business Administration HUBZone certified, veteran-owned defense company, and a global supplier of Generation III Night Vision Equipment, was awarded a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Repair Station (Certificate #8NLR650B), in accordance with Part 145 regulations. To receive the certification, Nightline, Inc. worked with the FAA Flight Standard District Office in Nashville,... Read more
8-Aug-2011Source: Kitsap Sun
The son of a pilot involved in a fatal R22 accident is suing Robinson alleging the helicopter was out of compliance with certain government regulations and didn’t provide “adequate warnings or instructions” concerning them. (Full story, but see also the associated comments) The NTSB ruled in October 2009 that Aadland’s engine lost power due to... Read more
8-Aug-2011Source: Scilly Today
British International Helicopters intends moving their helicopter base from Penzance to a site within walking distance of the St Erth railway station. The plans will be put on public display 18-19th August and are expected to go before planners in September (Full story)... Read more
8-Aug-2011Source: Air Methods
Air Methods Corporation (Nasdaq:AIRM), the largest air medical transportation company in the world, reported financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011 and provided an update on July 2011 community-based patient transports. For the quarter, revenue increased 8% from $139.2 million to $150.2 million in the current-year quarter. For the six-month period, revenue... Read more
8-Aug-2011Source: NEMSPA
Make your opinion on heliports known and make it count! The National EMS Pilots Association is conducting a survey to gather opinion on heliport design and safety from those who are most affected by the design and management of heliport facilities – the nation’s helicopter pilots. We are seeking input from all pilots involved in... Read more
8-Aug-2011Source: Canadian Helicopters
C anadian Helicopters Group Inc. (“Canadian Helicoptersâ€) (TSX: CHL.A, CHL.B) will release its second quarter results ending June 30, 2011, on Thursday August 11, 2011, after market close. The Canadian Helicopters Group Inc. conference call will take place Friday August 12, 2011 at 11:00 a.m. (ET) to review the financial results. To participate in this... Read more
8-Aug-2011Source: BBC
Accountancy firm PKF has been appointed as liquidator after creditors Toby Blackwell Limited and the EAAA have applied to court. (Full story)... Read more
8-Aug-2011
The helicopter was trying to return to Lae when it went missing between Mumeng and Wafi – marginal visual conditions, pilot was not IFR rated, helicopter was not IFR equipped. Two security guards and the expatriate pilot, Peter Wallace, were on board the helicopter. There were no survivors... Read more
8-Aug-2011
Chip light illuminated and standard procedures led to engine shut down. Uneventful single engine long field landing carried out... Read more
8-Aug-2011
Substantially damaged in landing accident... Read more
7-Aug-2011Source: Av-Base Systems
WinAir yet again proves to be a critical tool in aviation maintenance and inventory management with its recent role in the LASD’s replacement of their patrol and surveillance fleet of AS350s – AV-BASEsystems.com. The LA County Sheriff’s Department (LASD), headquartered in Monterey Park, California, is the USA’s largest Sheriff’s department and the seventh largest law... Read more
7-Aug-2011Source: Eurocopter
The delivery of the latest EC225 to the China Ministry of Transport’s Rescue and Salvage Bureau completes the fulfilment of the contract signed in 2009 for the supply of two EC225 for offshore search and rescue missions, with the earlier unit being delivered end of June this year. The Ministry of Transport (MOT) signed on... Read more
7-Aug-2011Source: Bristow Group
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: BRS), the leading provider of helicopter services to the offshore energy industry, announced today that its Board of Directors declared a quarterly cash dividend of $0.15per share of its common stock. The dividend will be payable onSeptember 12, 2011 to shareholders of record at the close of business on August 15, 2011. ABOUT BRISTOW... Read more
7-Aug-2011Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, has been named number one in product support in Aviation International News’ 2011 Product Support Survey for the sixth consecutive year. As the top scorer in eight of the 10 categories surveyed, Bell Helicopter strengthened its position as the industry leader in customer support. Earlier this year,... Read more
6-Aug-2011
At touchdown, the helicopter had some forward speed, the landing skids dug into the terrain, and the helicopter pitched nose down. The main rotor struck the ground and also severed the tail boom, and the helicopter rolled onto its left side.... Read more
6-Aug-2011
Pilot/owner William Hyde told police he had been attempting to take off when his engine stalled and died at about 100 feet.... Read more
5-Aug-2011Source: Milestone Aviation
Milestone Aviation Group, the first global finance company focused exclusively on the helicopter and private jet markets, today announced that Brian Humphries has joined the company’s Advisory Board. Mr. Humphries is a highly respected member of the global business aviation community. He started his career in the Royal Air Force and worked his way up... Read more
5-Aug-2011Source: HeliHub.com
In recent months we have charted the lack of progress of helicopter operations by the Longmint Group, particularly focusing on Sterling Helicopters. In one article, we noted that a private company Toby Blackwell Ltd had commenced legal proceedings against Sterling Helicopters, noting that they had bought three JetRangers from Sterling and then opened a leaseback... Read more
5-Aug-2011Source: HeliHub.com
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... Read more
5-Aug-2011Source: HeliHub.com
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... Read more
5-Aug-2011Source: AAIB
The monthly bulletin from the Air Accidents Investigation Branch has been released. This month’s issue covers the accidents of:- Bell 206L-4 Longranger IV, G-PTOO – 03 March 2011 – London City Airport... Read more
5-Aug-2011Source: HeliHub.com
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... Read more
5-Aug-2011Source: HeliHub.com
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... Read more
5-Aug-2011
Pilot Roberto Bezzi died and 4 (or 5?) passengers injured. Early reports suggest blade strike... Read more
5-Aug-2011
Training flight. Helicopter ended up on its side. Dynamic rollover?... Read more
4-Aug-2011Source: CHC
A duty engineer informed the duty captain that he could smell gas in the CHC hangar at Stornoway, Scotland. The smell of gas was confirmed by fellow employees, prompting the duty captain to initiate the Emergency Response Plan (ERP). Within minutes of smelling the gas, staff evacuated the entire building before the crew were relocated... Read more
4-Aug-2011Source: DART Helicopter Services
DART is pleased to announce they have received Brazilian approval for their Heli-Rappel™ Kit for the Medium Bell aircraft models. Transport Canada and FAA approvals have been previously received. Installed in the roof structure of the cabin, the Heli‑Rappel™ provides a secure and safe system for deploying personnel into the field from a hover position... Read more
4-Aug-2011Source: PHi
PHI, Inc. (The Nasdaq Global Market: PHII (voting) PHIIK (non-voting)) today reported financial results for the quarter ended June 30, 2011. Oil and Gas segment revenues were $90.2 million for the three months ended June 30, 2011, compared to $94.7 million for the three months ended June 30, 2010, a decrease of $4.5 million. Flight... Read more
4-Aug-2011
Lucas County Port Authority directors approved leasing a Toledo Express Airport hangar to ProMedica to house its air-ambulance helicopters despite an objection from an airport business that maintains that it — and not the port authority — owns the hangar. (Full story)... Read more
4-Aug-2011
Crew found bullet hole in aircraft and remains of bullet inside, under the cabin floor. Unsure of location of occurrence, helicopter grounded at Marysville... Read more
3-Aug-2011Source: HeliHub.com
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... Read more
3-Aug-2011Source: DART Helicopter Services
DART is pleased to announce that they have received Transport Canada, FAA and EASA certification for their Vertical Reference Door Kit for Bell 204/205/210/212//214/412 model of aircraft. DART’s Vertical Reference Door improves visibility and allows the pilot to maneuver with precision when conducting any sort of vertical reference work. In addition to offering a complete... Read more
3-Aug-2011
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... Read more
3-Aug-2011Source: CHC
CHC Helicopter said today it has completed agreements with all of its aircraft lessors to successfully reset the financial covenants on the company’s operating leases. “We are very pleased with the overall outcome of the negotiations and the support we received from our lessors,†said William Amelio, CHC’s president and chief executive officer. “We are... Read more
3-Aug-2011Source: HeliHub.com
The team at HeliHub.com provide a record of as many helicopter accidents and incidents as we can. Inevitably this includes what we believe to be the full list of fatal helicopter accidents, and we are presenting here the summary for July 2011. We indicate the number of fatalities in the summary line with the number... Read more
3-Aug-2011Source: Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant
The advanced Mi-171M helicopter to be produced by JSC Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant (JSC U-UAP), which is a part of Russian Helicopters holding, now is officially named Mi-171A2. The helicopter is being developed by JSC MMHP within the framework of the project, approved by the Russian helicopter building holding Russian Helicopters. Up to date the helicopter... Read more
3-Aug-2011Source: HeliHub.com
The Waypoint AirMed & Rescue conference, airshow and exhibition that was due to take place in September has been rescheduled to May 2012. The venue remains unchanged as London Oxford Airport, UK. The official line from Ian Cameron, event chairman and Waypoint magazine editor-in-chief, is: “We want the event to be the best we can... Read more
3-Aug-2011Source: CPI Aero
CPI Aerostructures, Inc. (“CPI Aero(R)”) (NYSE Amex: CVU) today announced that it will issue its financial results for the second quarter ended June 30, 2011 on Tuesday, August 9, 2011 prior to the opening of the stock market. CPI Aero’s President & CEO, Edward J. Fred and CFO, Vincent Palazzolo will host a conference call... Read more
3-Aug-2011
The Bell 412, carrying two Australians, two South Africans and six Indonesians, lost contact with authorities Wednesday afternoon minutes after takeoff from the city of Manado on Sulawesi island. It was later found after impacting terrain... Read more
3-Aug-2011
Emergency landing beside road. No apparent external damage... Read more
3-Aug-2011
R44 ends up on its port side on University of Cape Town’s Middle Campus. Light injuries to the four occupants. Contacted trees, but as yet unclear whether that was cause or result of situation. Photo of scene here... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: Spectrum Aeromed
Intermountain Healthcare in Salt Lake City, Utah recently received the first of five Grand New helicopters with a US-certified emergency medical service interior designed by Spectrum Aeromed. Spectrum Aeromed created a customized EMS interior for Intermountain’s Grand New helicopter that features a state-of-the-art single-patient stretcher platform, a secondary foldable and stowable patient stretcher, as well... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: Hillsboro Aviation
Hillsboro Aviation is pleased to announce the launch of its new online store,shopaviation.com, featuring aviation products and services ranging from avionics systems toexperimental aircraft products to custom installations. Shopaviation.com is a one-stop aviation supplier offering diverse product lines, exceptional product and customer support and competitive pricing. Shopaviation.com sells items from the leading manufacturers, some of which are... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: CHC
CHC Helicopter has added another crucial member to its management team with the appointment of John Graber as president of CHC Helicopter Services. Graber, who reports directly to CHC Helicopter president and CEO, Bill Amelio, replaces interim president Scott Pinfield. “In John Graber we have a leader who brings a wealth of experience tackling the... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: Kaman
Representatives of Kaman Aerospace Corporation announced today that aerospace industry veteran Jeff Sharbaugh has joined the Helicopters Division as Proposal Manager. In his new role, Sharbaugh will be responsible for leading the ongoing efforts of the company’s proposal team, as well as supporting the expanding business development activities for Kaman Helicopters. “Jeff brings tremendous experience... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: Seacor Holdings
Era Group Inc. (“Era”), a wholly-owned subsidiary of SEACOR Holdings Inc. CKH -0.41% (“SEACOR”), one of the largest helicopter operators in the world, today announced that it has filed a registration statement with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission for a proposed initial public offering of its Class A common stock. The shares to be... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: Sikorsky
At the World Electric Aircraft Symposium at EAA AirVenture, Erik Lindbergh, founder of LEAP, announced the 2011 AirVenture winner of the Lindbergh Prize for Electric Aircraft. LEAP’s programs recognize, inspire and incentivize the innovation that drives our culture, economy and future. The LEAP Electric Flight Program is accelerating the development of the electric aircraft industry... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: Women in Aviation
The 2012 International Women in Aviation Conference is scheduled for March 8-10, 2012, in Dallas, Texas. Dozens of scholarships are now posted online at www.wai.org. Conference The 2012 International Women in Aviation Conference is scheduled for March 8-10, 2012, in Dallas, Texas, at the Hilton Anatole. Invited speakers include: Gerard J. Arpey, CEO, American Airlines;... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: HAI
HAI President Matt Zuccaro, his wife Doreen, and the female staff of HAIÂ attending EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh Wis. joined the highly energized Women in Aviation International (WAI) AirVenture annual breakfast. Led by Dr. Peggy Chabrian, WAI is a unique subset of the pilot community. From an amazing woman like Marty Wyall who served as a... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: StandardAero
StandardAero has appointed Phoenix Heliparts of Mesa, Ariz. as a StandardAero Authorized Support Center for Rolls Royce Model 250 engines as installed on MD500 helicopters. StandardAero clients can now obtain engine repair & overhaul (R&O) services contracted through Phoenix’s facilities in Arizona, creating a one-stop shop for MD500 helicopter operators with Rolls Royce M250 engines.... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: Breeze-Eastern
Breeze-Eastern Corporation (Amex: BZC) will announce its Fiscal 2012 First Quarter financial results for the period ended June 30, 2011 on August 4, 2011. In conjunction with the release, the Company will conduct its teleconference call at 11:00 a.m. EDT on Thursday, August 4, 2011 to discuss the company’s financial results for its First Quarter... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: FlightSafety
FlightSafety International is pleased to announce that Damon Cram has joined the company as Director of Marketing for Simulation products and services. “We are delighted that Damon has joined FlightSafety,†said Rick Armstrong, Vice President, Simulation. “His extensive experience in business development, training center operations and simulation equipment sales will help us to further expand... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: PremiAir
PremiAir, the award-winning UK-based executive helicopter and private jet charter operator, has reported a steady growth in its aircraft management activities, generating confidence that the industry may be seeing some recovery from the economic downturn. With a growing managed private jet fleet and maintenance bases at Oxford and Biggin Hill, PremiAir is strategically positioning itself... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: Air Methods
Air Methods Corporation, the largest air medical transportation company in the world, announced today that it has successfully completed its acquisition of OF Air Holdings Corporation and its subsidiaries, including Omniflight Helicopters, Inc. (together, Omniflight). Omniflight provides air medical transport services throughout the United States and provides these services under both the community-based and hospital-based... Read more
2-Aug-2011
Portsmouth Hospitals NHS Trust is applying to the city council to scrap the current 8am to 6pm landing restrictions on the helipad at Queen Alexandra Hospital, Cosham. The council, which imposed the restrictions when granting permission for the helipad to be built in 2007, will make the ultimate decision. (Full story).... Read more
2-Aug-2011Source: HeliHub.com
While operator Pawan Hans has now restarted operations in the North Eastern Indian states of Tripura and Sikkim, the State of Meghalaya continues to block the company from flying within its boundaries. The cessation of flying started after the operator suffered two fatal accidents within a fortnight earlier this year to allow a period of... Read more
2-Aug-2011
Force landed; damage unknown... Read more
2-Aug-2011
Force landing on a construction site following inflight loss of power. Landing was very heavy – skids collapsed and fuselage ended up on the ground. Pilot named as Boarini Bojikian Marcelo... Read more
1-Aug-2011Source: HeliHub.com
In recent weeks, Robinson Helicopter Co have produced and shipped the 4,500th example of their iconic two seater R22. This aircraft, and serial #4501, have been registered on 14th June in the name of Southern Ivy International Flight Academy in the Chinese city of Nanjing. They have been allocated the marks B-7032 and B-7033 respectively.... Read more
1-Aug-2011Source: JetNet
JETNET LLC is pleased to announce the recent hiring of Kathy Dowd as Team Leader of Product Development and Research Analyst. Kathy will be working directly with Diane Levine-Wilson in building new products and services. Kathy, formerly the director of international research with AMSTAT Corporation, brings 19 years worth of professional experience and accomplishments to... Read more
1-Aug-2011Source: The Helicopter Museum
The last week has been busy is terms of offers of objects for donation. The latest offerings include manuals and a selection of spares from Yeovil College, a large Gulf war spec Lynx model from MBDA in Stevenage and the remains of a home made small helicopter from a retired Flight Lieutenant in Shropshire. Furthermore,... Read more
1-Aug-2011Source: Guardian Mobility
Guardian Mobility today announced the appointment of EXFAQ Systems Pvt. Ltd. of Mumbai as its sales representative for India and surrounding territories. The agreement, which is exclusive, covers all of Guardian’s Automatic Flight Following (AFF) solutions including the Guardian 3™, which provides simple and reliable flight following and tracking services. “We’re excited to have EXFAQ... Read more