HeliRussia – First Kamov Ka62 to fly by August
Source: HeliHub.com, 17-May-13
Russian Helicopters have brought a Ka62 mockup to the HeliRussia 2013 show, but expect to fly the first example before the MAKS show this August. The Kamov design is powered by 1,680-hp Ardiden 3G turboshaft engines. The first transmission system, designed by Austrian specialists Zoerkler should be delivered this month. Certification of the 12-15 seat [...]
HeliRussia – Transas Aviation to provide locally-made GPS for Bell 407, 429
Source: Transas Aviation, 17-May-13
[electronic translation] Transas Aviation Company, A Part of Transas Group, and Jet Transfer Company, an Official Representative of Rotorcraft American manufacturer Bell Helicopter, have signed A Cooperation Agreement for Installation of GLONASS / GPS equipment on Bell-407 and Bell-429 helicopters. Installation of Transas manufactured GLONASS / GPS Satellite Navigation System, TSS (Transas Satellite System), on [...]
HeliRussia – Exclases Holdings signs for a GrandNew
Source: AgustaWestland, 17-May-13
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce that Exclases Holdings Ltd. has signed a contract for a GrandNew light twin helicopter in VIP transport configuration for operation in Russia. This latest contract brings to five the number of GrandNew helicopters sold in Russia in the last seven months, highlighting the outstanding success of the [...]
HeliRussia – Exclases signs for five AW139s
Source: HeliVert, 17-May-13
HeliVert, a Russian Helicopters and AgustaWestland joint venture, and Exclases Russia are pleased to announce the signing of a contract between the JV and Exclases Russia for the supply of five AW139 helicopters which will be assembled at the HeliVert plant in Tomilino near Moscow. This contract, which includes a mix of five VIP and [...]
HeliRussia – Russia-Peru certification agreement opens up opportunties for Helisur
Source: UTair, 17-May-13
[electronic translation] Signed May 16, 2013 agreement on “mutual recognition of airworthiness documents” between the General Administration of Civil Aviation of the Republic of Peru and the Interstate Aviation Committee enables the company Helicopteros del Sur (Helisur), a member of the group, “UTair”, to begin commercial operation 20 Russian helicopters of “Mil “based in Peru. [...]
HeliRussia – Russian Helicopters signs agreement with PANH Helicopters
Source: Russian Helicopters, 17-May-13
Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Oboronprom, part of State Corporation Rostec and a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters, has signed a partnership memorandum with PANH Helicopters, a Russian helicopter operator. Inked today at the HeliRussia 2013 trade show in Moscow, the agreement covers cooperation on stress-testing of new and modified Russian-built helicopters under [...]
HeliRussia – Bell expands in Russia
Source: Bell, 17-May-13
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), continues to expand its presence in Russia through recent aircraft deliveries, the appointment of a second Independent Representative and through participation at the 6th annual HeliRussia exhibition. “Russia is a very important market for Bell Helicopter; their demand for new rotorcraft is increasing and we are ready to provide them [...]
Helipad in Woodruff to be Discussed Again
Source: WJJQ, 17-May-13
Members of the planning and development committee in Oneida County will once again exam a helipad in Woodruff. (See Full Story)
Dart launches Rear Locker Extender for B206 and B407
Source: DART Aerospace, 17-May-13
DART Aerospace announces that the Rear Locker Extender™ that increases the baggage compartment capacity by 21” is now FAA and TCCA approved for Bell 206A/B/L/L1/L3/L4 and 407 (including 407GX) aircraft. Constructed from a high quality, rugged composite, the rear locker extender is a perfect lightweight solution to stow extra sets of golf clubs, long-handled shovels [...]
Night Flight Concepts Launches Industry Specific NVIS Solution Programs
Source: Night Flight Concepts, 17-May-13
Night Flight Concepts, the premier provider of night vision solutions, is pleased to announce the launch of five new industry specific solutions programs. These new Night Vision Imaging Systems (NVIS) solutions include equipment, maintenance and training programs which have been adapted to support the specific operational and regulatory requirements for the following markets: • Emergency Medical Services and Search [...]
Kaweah Delta hosts helipad completion celebration
Source: Kaweah Delta, 17-May-13
Kaweah Delta Health Care District will celebrate the completion of its helipad on Thursday, May 16, in Visalia. The event will take place from 10-11:30 a.m. under the helipad in the main parking lot at Kaweah Delta Medical Center, 400 W. Mineral King Ave. The $2.7 million helipad is expected to be fully operational by [...]
Register Update – USA – week to 12 May 2013
Source: HeliHub.com, 17-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 monthly, although some are less [...]
RBC makes C$500K donation to STARS
Source: Leader~Post, 16-May-13
Lacy Panno, a flight nurse with the Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society (STARS), is excited. (See Full Story)
Helmet saves Otago helicopter pilot’s life
Source: MSN, 16-May-13
A Central Otago pilot has escaped with his life and a lucky lid after his unattended helicopter took off, crashed and the tail rotor grazed his helmet. (See Full Story)
Pilot missing after Shandong helicopter hijacked by 20 men
Source: South China Morning Post, 16-May-13
A helicopter – planning to spray pesticides in China’s northern Shandong province – was allegedly hijacked after taking off on Tuesday afternoon, according to witnesses and online accounts. (See Full Story)
Sikorsky to convert Brunei Shell S-92 for SAR work
Source: Sikorsky, 16-May-13
Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS) announced plans today to perform the first post-delivery Search and Rescue (SAR) modifications to Brunei Shell’s Sikorsky S-92® helicopter. Originally configured for offshore oil missions, the aircraft will undergo a comprehensive conversion to a SAR configuration to serve customers in Borneo and the surrounding Southeast Asia region. SAS is the aftermarket [...]
Finmeccanica CFO says not expecting India to blacklist group
Source: Reuters, 16-May-13
Finmeccanica(SIFI.MI) is not expecting India to blacklist either the group or its helicopter unit AgustaWestland for the time being as a consequence of a corruption probe, Chief Financial Officer Gian Piero Cutillo said on Wednesday. (See Full Story)
NY Jets Helipad has residents fuming
Source: CBS New York, 16-May-13
The New York Jets have found themselves locked in a fierce battle with their neighbors, as hundreds of residents living near the team’s practice facility are protesting new construction plans for a helipad. (See Full Story)
Helicopter blows away attacking bee swarm
Source: KVOA, 16-May-13
Pima County Search and Rescue Deputies used an unconventional method to save hikers from a bee attack Sunday. A group of five was hiking near Oro Valley when a swarm attacked. (See Full Story)
Eurocopter opens its Systemhaus helicopter development center
Source: Eurocopter, 16-May-13
Eurocopter today officially opened its new Systemhaus helicopter development center at Donauwörth, Germany today in the presence of Bavarian Prime Minister Horst Seehofer. The facility, which provides workspace for some 900 employees, offers complete system capa-bility for the global helicopter market leader’s production activity at its German location – a key aspect of the company’s [...]
SkyTrac Systems to attend Iridium conference and HeliRussia
Source: SkyTrac Systems, 16-May-13
SkyTrac Systems is pleased to announce that President & CEO, Malachi Nordine, and International Sales Manager, Kim Bagnall, will be attending the Iridium Moscow Conference on May 15th, and exhibiting at the Heli Russia 6th Annual International Helicopter Industry Exhibition from May 16th – 18th, 2013. The Iridium Moscow Conference is a one-day event that will [...]
Sky Tech joins Turbomeca Certified Maintenance Center Network
Source: Turbomeca, 16-May-13
Turbomeca (Safran) announces the qualification of Sky Tech LLP, as Certified Maintenance Center (Level 1&2) in Kazakhstan for Turbomeca Arriel 2B/2B1/2D and Arriel 1E2 engines, respectively powering EC130, AS350 and EC145 helicopters. The company’s facilities are located at Airport Boraldai – Almaty Region. “The company had been carefully selected to support Turbomeca customers in the [...]
Night Vision Awards Announces Call for Entries
Source: Night Vision Awards, 16-May-13
The Night Vision Awards selection committee announced today that they are now taking nominations for the 2013 Night Vision Awards Show to be held in Orlando at the Airborne Law Enforcement Agency’s (ALEA) annual conference. Awards will be presented to recipients on Thursday, July 18th at an awards reception from 4:30-6 p.m. “The last awards [...]
EASA approves 49 of FlightSafety’s Maintanance Courses
Source: FlightSafety International, 16-May-13
FlightSafety International announces that it has received approval from EASA for 49 of its practical maintenance training courses under Regulation 1149/2011 to date. All previously approved EASA practical maintenance training courses are to comply with agency’s Training Needs Analysis requirement no later than August 1, 2013. “We are pleased that EASA has approved 49 of [...]
Bristow bring S92s to Sumburgh for start of “Gap SAR”
Source: HeliHub.com, 16-May-13
Bristow Helicopters have now completed their three month training period with their new SAR Sikorsky S92s. Accordingly the three newly delivered helicopters have now been moved from Inverness to Sumburgh ready for the start of operations on 1st June 2013. The “Gap SAR” contract, an interim period until Bristow’s nationwide SAR contract comes into force [...]
RSG delivers newly completed AS350B3e to Guatemala
Source: RSG Aviation, 16-May-13
RSG Aviation, Inc., an industry leader in helicopter and aircraft completions and MRO services recently finalized an extensive completion on a new Eurocopter AS350B3e helicopter. The project was completed for a loyal and long term customer, who for many generations operates the largest coffee plantation in Guatemala. The customer requested and received the following: New state-of-the- art [...]
Expand Your Market at HAI’s Heli-Center at Oshkosh
Source: HAI, 16-May-13
Looking to tap a market of 500,000 aviation enthusiasts? Display your helicopter or related products and services at the HAI HELI-CENTER™ at EAA® AirVenture™ Oshkosh July 29 – August 4, 2013. EAA AirVenture Oshkosh is the world’s largest general aviation event. HAI is bringing vertical aviation to the forefront at the show with its two-story HELI-CENTER [...]
Register Update – USA – week to 5 May 2013
Source: HeliHub.com, 16-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 monthly, although some are less [...]
Bond enters Australian market with multi-million contract
Source: Bond Helicopters, 15-May-13
Bond Helicopters Australia Pty Ltd (Bond) is delighted to announce that it has won a competitive tender for the award of a multi-million dollar, five-year contract with the PTTEP Australasia Group of Companies (PTTEP), part of Thailand’s national petroleum exploration and production company. This is Bond’s first major contract in the region, and marks the [...]
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 [...]
StandardAero to Attend HeliRussia
Source: StandardAero, 15-May-13
StandardAero will be attending the HeliRussia conference in Moscow, May 16-18. StandardAero’s Helicopters team will be participating in the show, bringing its expertise as the global leader in Rolls-Royce M250 engine MRO in addition to promoting its recent selection as a Rolls-Royce Authorized Maintenance Repair and Overhaul Center (AMROC) for the RR300 engine. “We’re excited [...]
AMSTAT to Exhibit at EBACE 2013
Source: AMSTAT, 15-May-13
AMSTAT, the leading provider of corporate aviation fleet and operator information, will be exhibiting at EBACE 2013 at Booth #931, Geneva, Switzerland – May 21 – 23, 2013. This year, AMSTAT will be demonstrating the most recent versions of both AMSTAT Premier Online and Premier Mobile. “AMSTAT has been in the business of providing key [...]
United Rotorcraft earns AS9100C Certification
Source: United Rotorcraft Solutions, 15-May-13
United Rotorcraft, a division of Air Methods, announced today it has achieved AS9100 Rev. C certification. Developed specifically for the aviation, aerospace and defense industries, AS9100 ensures the safety and reliability of products used throughout these markets. As part of the AS9100 certification, United Rotorcraft has been certified to the latest ISO9001 standards as well. [...]
Two R44s committed to fight against rhino poaching
Source: IOL, 15-May-13
Ezemvelo KZN Wildlife has given the green light for a R4-million sponsorship of two anti-rhino poaching helicopters as well as securing two fixed-wing aircraft to bolster the fight against the onslaught of rhino poaching in KZN. (See Full Story)
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 [...]
FirstGroup pledges £100K to London’s Air Ambulance
Source: London’s Air Ambulance, 15-May-13
FirstGroup, the leading transport operator in the UK and North America is providing our charity, with £100k worth of support over four years. Last month one of FirstGroup’s brand new hybrid buses, which is one of 23 which has just entered service in Essex, went head to head with our aircraft at RAF Northolt to [...]
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)
Helifilte WA Celeberates Five Years Of Operation
Source: Helifilte, 15-May-13
Heliflite’s authorised Robinson helicopter sales and service centre at Jandakot Airport celebrates five years of operation. In 2008 Heliflite opened its Western Australian centre at Perth’s Jandakot Airport. Manager Tony Bates leads the experienced Heliflite WA team. Heliflite has long been involved in the Western Australian helicopter industry going back to the late 1970s with a charter organisation once based [...]
Bristow holds PR exercise at Humberside for new SAR base
Source: Scunthorpe Telegraph, 15-May-13
Residents interested in the proposed development of a new Search And Rescue (SAR) helicopter base at Humberside Airport are being invited to find out more about the plans at a drop-in community exhibition. (See Full Story)
CPI Aero wins $3.95M more work for AH-1Z
Source: CPI Aero, 15-May-13
CPI Aerostructures, Inc. (“CPI Aero(R)”) (nyse mkt:CVU) announced today that it has received an extension, through 2015, to its existing General Ordering Agreement with Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. TXT +0.07% company, that adds additional delivery requirements totaling $3.95 million for the manufacture of various assemblies for the AH-1Z ZULU attack helicopter. The AH-1Z ZULU [...]
UTair South Africa becomes official supplier to UN
Source: UTair, 14-May-13
[electronic translation] Airline UTair South Africa (South Africa), part of the air group, “UTair”, registered as an official supplier of aviation services to the United Nations. Registered preceded by the successful completion of the airline technical audit for compliance with ICAO aviation and UN standards. Since 2004, UTair South Africa performs a series of air services [...]
North Sea – Safety issues with Ekofisk Helipad
Source: Offshore Energy Today, 14-May-13
The Petroleum Safety Authority Norway (PSA), with assistance from the Civil Aviation Authority, carried out an audit of Ekofisk 2/4-L facility on 4 – 5 April 2013. (See Full Story)
Bell appoints new MD of North America
Source: Bell, 14-May-13
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today that Anthony Moreland will return to Bell Helicopter as managing director, North America. In this role, Moreland is responsible for all sales and marketing activities in the United States and Canada. “Anthony is a valuable addition to Bell Helicopter with extensive sales and marketing experience, [...]
Germany – Eurocopter to open new development centre tomorrow
Source: Eurocopter, 14-May-13
On May 15 Eurocopter celebrates the opening of its helicopter development center for around 900 engineers at its German site in Donauwörth – together with Prime Minister of Bavaria Horst Seehofer and further well-known characters from politics, industry and the media. The new building with a total floor area of 30,000 square meters brings together, [...]
Mexico certifies Sikorsky S76D
Source: Sikorsky, 13-May-13
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. today announced that the S-76D™ helicopter has been awarded Type Certification by Mexico’s civil aviation authority, the Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC). Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX). The S-76D helicopter is the newest product from Sikorsky Aircraft. The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) awarded Type Certification [...]
UK – Patriot buys British International
Source: Patriot Aerospace, 13-May-13
Patriot Aerospace has acquired the interests of British International Helicopter Services (BIH), making the aviation group the UK’s largest domestically owned helicopter operator. The deal will see Sir Peter Rigby’s aviation company take over BIH’s military support contracts in the UK and overseas. Representing a significant move towards realising the group’s plan to create a [...]
Mechanic takes blame for Honolulu R22 accident
Source: Khon 2, 13-May-13
New video has been released following Wednesday’s helicopter crash landing in downtown Honolulu. The Kukui Plaza condominium captured the crash landing on surveillance video. (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. [...]
Tour operator expands in Orange Beach with second heliport
Source: Alabama Media Group, 13-May-13
A helicopter tour and charter business continues to expand in the city with the council’s approval of a second heliport this week. (See Full Story)
Major sponsor pulls support from North West Queensland helicopter
Source: 612 ABC Brisbane, 13-May-13
The future of North West Queensland’s rescue helicopter is in jeopardy after a major sponsor pulled its support. (See Full Story)
Santa Barbara County helicopter budget under scrutiny
Source: Noozhawk, 13-May-13
Officials air concerns about the fleet’s soaring expenses, which have already exceeded the budget available. (See Full Story)
Pensacola Helicopter Safety Seminar
Source: HAI, 13-May-13
Join HAI, the FAA Safety Team, a cast of industry experts, and your peers for a free workshop for all helicopter pilots, operators, students, and instructors in the southern region on June 8 in Pensacola, Fla. Let’s all reach the highest level of safety! Topics covered will include helicopter accident trends, human factors, safety initiatives, [...]
Helipad to be built in Ennis
Source: Madisonian News, 13-May-13
Madison Valley Medical Center and private donors have come together to provide Madison Valley with a helicopter pad that will deliver safe access to air ambulances. (See Full Story)
Change of heart at FAA on control tower closures
Source: FAA, 13-May-13
Transportation Secretary Ray LaHood announced today that DOT has determined that the recently enacted Reducing Flight Delays Act of 2013 will allow the FAA to transfer sufficient funds to end employee furloughs and keep the 149 low activity contract towers originally slated for closure in June open for the remainder of fiscal year 2013. The [...]
Yorkshire Air Ambulance MD902 AOG for 7 months
Source: HeliHub.com, 10-May-13
Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) is in a state of flux at present with a combination of issues all happening at the same time. Their older MD Explorer G-SASH went in for its annual in mid March, and needs a new flexbeam in the rotor system to make it airworthy again. However, MD Helicopters have told [...]
Multiflight provides AS365N2 cover for Yorkshire Air Ambulance
Source: Multiflight, 10-May-13
A Dauphin AS365N2 helicopter air ambulance owned and operated by Multiflight is currently providing vital cover for the Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) service. The helicopter is being used as a replacement aircraft whilst one of the two YAA MD902 Explorers is having its planned mandatory annual service. “Multiflight is pleased to be able to offer [...]
HeliAir Sweden starts an own flight school
Source: Nordic Rotors, 10-May-13
On 5 April the Swedish Transport Agency (Transportstyrelsen) approved HeliAir Sweden as a new Flight Training Organisation (FTO). The new flight school is branded as HeliAir Academy. HeliAir says that the school will start off by offering flight training for Private Pilot Licenses (PPL-H), Night Qualifications and Type Ratings. One of the company’s Bell 206 [...]
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 [...]
FreeFlight to Provide Upgraded ADS-B Avionics
Source: FreeFlight Systems, 10-May-13
FreeFlight Systems announces that the Federal Aviation Administration has selected the company to provide upgraded ADS-B avionics for as many as 600 aircraft that were instrumental in the development of ADS-B in the Capstone Program. The FAA chose FreeFlight Systems for the ADS-B upgrade program after an industry-wide, open competitive bidding process. The program fulfills [...]
Miami Valley Hospital expands CareFlight for premature babies
Source: The Business Journal, 10-May-13
New technology has prompted Miami Valley Hospital to expand its CareFlight service to help transport a very vulnerable population: premature babies.(See Full Story)
5 helicopter accidents/incidents in Montana in 5 weeks
Source: HeliHub.com, 09-May-13
Montana, one of the least populated states in the US, has seen well more than its “fair share” of helicopter accidents and incidents in the last fives weeks. HeliHub.com has reported no fewer than five such events in its Accident/Incident data pages, including one fatal accident. Other situations include a bird strike breaking the windshield [...]
Bond Offshore Helicopters signs new contract with ADTI
Source: Bond Offshore Helicopters, 09-May-13
Bond Offshore Helicopters Ltd (Bond), one of the UK’s leading providers of energy support services, is delighted to announce that it has been awarded a new contract with Applied Drilling Technology International (ADTI). The new contract, worth approximately £14m, is to provide crew-change flights for the well management specialist. Services are due to begin early [...]
EHS Airshow Display Acts revealed
Source: EHS, 09-May-13
European Helicopter Show are pleased to announce the Airshow display Acts, which will perform on Saturday 11th May from 12:00hrs. An exciting programme awaits visitors who will attend the event. Please find the list and order of participants below. You can also view the Airshow programme on the website > DISPLAY TYPE DURATION AIRCRAFT CALL SIGN PILOT Helicopter [...]
EASA approves Dart’s rear locker extender for AS355
Source: Dart Aerospace, 09-May-13
DART Aerospace announces that the Rear Locker Extender that increases the baggage compartment capacity by 17” is now EASA approved for Eurocopter AS355E/F/F1/F2/N/NP aircraft. Learn more at www.dartaerospace.com/rear-locker-extender-6699 ABOUT DART AEROSPACE: DART Aerospace is “Mission Ready”. A privately held aerospace company, we provide industry-leading design, manufacturing and market-certified solutions for the helicopter and aerospace industry. [...]
ANAC approves Dart’s full emergency litter kit for AS350/355
Source: Dart Aerospace, 09-May-13
DART Aerospace announces that the Full Emergency Litter Kit is now ANAC approved for AS350/355 aircraft. DART’s emergency litter kit transforms any AS350/355 aircraft for emergency evacuation in less than five minutes and 4 easy steps. This kit can easily be stored in the cargo compartment so it doesn’t interfere with normal operations. Learn more [...]
NBAA Welcomes Legislation to Smooth Certification for GA Aircraft
Source: NBAA, 09-May-13
The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) today welcomed new legislation that would dramatically enhance the certification process for new light general aviation aircraft. Sponsored by Rep. Mike Pompeo (R-4-KS), a stalwart of general aviation, the “Small Airplane Revitalization Act of 2013” (H.R. 1848) calls on the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to implement recommendations from the [...]
DLA Piper represents Erickson Air-Crane in Evergreen acquisition
Source: DLA Piper, 09-May-13
DLA Piper represented Erickson Air-Crane Inc., in a stock purchase agreement for Evergreen Helicopters, Inc. from Evergreen International Aviation Inc. (See Full Story)
Future of RACQ-CQ Rescue staff is in the air
Source: Daily Mercury, 09-May-13
The futures of some RACQ-CQ Rescue staff are still up in the air after CHC Helicopters lost their contract with the rescue service last month. (See Full Story)
Cherokee Nation Industries earns $5.1M S300C contract from Sikorsky
Source: Cherokee Nation, 09-May-13
Cherokee Nation Industries is furthering its relationship with industry leader Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. The tribal enterprise was recently honored as a 2013 Sikorsky Gold Supplier and awarded a $5.1 million contract to provide frame and instrument panel assembly for the S-300C helicopter. “Aerospace and defense manufacturing is a core industry in Oklahoma and our business [...]
UK AAIB Bulletin – May 2013
Source: AAIB, 09-May-13
The monthly bulletin from the Air Accidents Investigation Branch has been released. This month’s issue does not refer to any helicopters and this update is included in HeliHub.com for completeness.
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 [...]
New Zealand heli-hunters to fight ban
Source: TVNZ News, 09-May-13
Heli-hunters are vowing to fight moves from Associate Conservation Minister Peter Dunne to ban their sport, saying any legislation to outlaw it “defies logic and common sense”. (See Full Story)
CAA appoints new GA programme manager
Source: CAA, 09-May-13
The UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA) today announced that Mike Barnard has been appointed as General Aviation (GA) Programme Manager. Mike’s main role will be leading a programme to develop and implement policy on how the CAA regulates the GA sector in the future to ensure it is safe and the regulation is proportionate. Building [...]
Germany – Hanseatic Helicopter Service adds a Cabri
Source: HeliHub.com, 09-May-13
Hanseatic Helicopter Service, based in the northern German city of Hamburg, has recently added a Guimbal G2 Cabri to their fleet. Purchased via HeliTransair, Guimbal’s 47th Cabri now flies as D-HTAM with Hanseatic. The aircraft is seen here at the handover ceremony with Bruno Guimbal on the left handing the keys over along with Dr. Gerd [...]
