8-Mar-2023Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, and leading manufacturer of helicopters and vertical lift aircraft, has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Rotortrade, the leading global helicopter distributor, to define optimal pre-owned helicopter solutions to Bell and their customers. Through this MOU, Bell and Rotortrade will explore how we can offer expanded... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: FreeFlight System
FreeFlight Systems, a NextGen aviation leader specializing in full spectrum safety and navigation solutions, announced that AvPanels, a company specializing in the creation of advanced avionics solutions for Part 27 rotorcraft, has been appointed as a preferred reseller of the TERRAIN Series line of radar altimeters best known for their tolerance to spurious 5G C-Band... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Limosa
Limosa, the Canadian eVTOL design and manufacturing company, has concluded a framework agreement on the supply of crash-safety seating systems with AUTOFLUG from Germany. A significant reason for the decision is the low weight and slimline design of the FLYWEIGHT® seat family developed by AUTOFLUG that they will be using. In addition, Limosa has chosen... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, is producing a Hybrid-Electric Demonstrator (HEX), a fully-autonomous hybrid-electric vertical-take-off-and-landing (eVTOL) prototype. With a maximum gross weight of more than 7,000-pounds, the uncrewed aircraft will serve as a flying test-bed to evaluate large aircraft design, novel propulsion systems and control architectures for sustained hover, and ranges greater than 500 nautical... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Enstrom
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation invites all rotorcraft enthusiasts to discover the new and improved Enstrom at this year’s HAI HELI-EXPO in Atlanta. The annual event features networking opportunities and hundreds of education courses with more than 14,000 industry professionals. A lot has changed for Enstrom since last year’s HELI-EXPO. New, visionary ownership has brought about company-wide... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Airbus Helicopters
Canadian non-profit critical care provider STARS has taken delivery of its tenth Airbus H145 helicopter, marking the completion of its initial fleet renewal plans. An Airbus operator for nearly four decades, STARS exclusively entrusts its air medical missions to its fleet of H145s. “Introducing the H145 to the STARS fleet has greatly enhanced our ability to deliver life-saving care to patients in need from... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: SAFE Structure Designs
The SAFETY FIRST ergonomic stands allow technicians SAFE access to perform maintenance on the engines, transmissions, main rotor head, flight controls, exhausts, tail boom and tail rotor systems of their S70I aircraft. S.A.F.E. also, supplied a cowling rack and parts rack specific to the cowlings and parts on the S70I. The www.SAFE-2.com S70I products are lightweight and... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Kaman
Kaman Corporation (NYSE: KAMN) and PHI Aviation LLC (“PHI”) announced at the 2023 HAI Heli-Expo that Kaman’s subsidiary, Kaman Aerospace Corporation (“Kaman”) and PHI have entered into a master commercial agreement for the promotion, sales and support of a commercial version of Kaman’s KARGO UAVTM unmanned aerial system, including collaboration relating to its ongoing design and... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Columbia Helicopters
Columbia Helicopters, a leading manufacturer and operator of heavy-lift helicopters, has announced a new partnership with Coulson Aviation, a world leader in aerial firefighting technology, to offer Coulson’s RADS-L Delivery System for operators of Columbia’s Model 234 helicopters. The RADS-L is a large-capacity, high-flow firefighting tank that can hold up to 3,000 gallons of water... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Airbus Helicopters
The Helicopter Company (THC) of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia has taken delivery of its first Airbus ACH160 helicopter. The aircraft is the first of six to be supplied by Airbus Corporate Helicopters in ACH160 Line configuration and will enter into corporate aviation services with Red Sea Global which becomes Middle East launch customer of... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Metro Aviation
On an otherwise typical day in January, a helicopter operated by Metro Aviation lifted off in Indiana. That helicopter belongs to Indiana University Health, and that flight marked the one-millionth flight hour for Metro Aviation. Metro Aviation has no reason to slow down on their celebrations. The company celebrated 40 years in 2022, and with... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Triumph
Triumph Group (TRIUMPH) [NYSE:TGI] announced that its Actuation Products & Services business in France has been awarded a development contract from Kopter, a Leonardo Company. The contract includes the manufacturing of the Kopter AW09 main and tail rotor control cables utilizing TRIUMPH’s industry leading flexball cable design. “As manufacturer of the only flexball control cable designed, qualified and certified... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Heli-One
Heli-One, a leading provider of helicopter maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, has signed a maintenance framework agreement with AAA Technology to further grow the business relationship between the two organizations. The contract encompasses a broad range of services and eliminates the complications of individual agreements. AAA will benefit through improved efficiencies of getting maintenance... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Pratt & Whitney Canada
Pratt & Whitney Canada, a business unit of Pratt & Whitney, announced the rollout of new Remote Maintenance Kits comprised of strategically selected parts and tooling for helicopter engines that will support aircraft availability and maintenance autonomy. The kit is offered to customers enrolled in the company’s Eagle Service™ Plan (ESP™) pay-per-hour maintenance plan as part... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace announces testing of the next generation Rotor Analysis Diagnostic System (RADS) for civil and military operators. The RADS-NG (next generation) will reduce pilot time and save fuel by enabling operators to complete rotor track and balance operations and diagnostics in fewer flights. Testing on major OEM rotorcraft begin in Q2 with procurement to start in... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Onboard Systems
Onboard Systems will debut an advanced prototype of its TALON® HEC Dual Cargo Hook kit for the Bell 429 at the 2023 HAI Heli-Expo tradeshow in Atlanta, Georgia on March 7-9th. The new Bell 429 kit will provide an STC-certified solution for a variety of CFR Part 133 external load missions, including HEC, high-value cargo... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: PHI International
PHI MRO Services, a division of PHI and leader in maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, is proud to announce “Call PHI” during the 2023 HAI Heli-Expo. Call PHI, projected to launch in June of 2023, offers helicopter operators around the world 24/7 access to expert diagnostics and resolutions for maintenance concerns. “PHI is focused on providing... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company today announced the signed purchase agreement for a Bell 429 to be operated by World Aviation, the Independent Representative (IR) for Bell in Spain. The aircraft will be delivered to a private owner and operated for charter and corporate VIP transport in the Costa del Sol... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Donaldson
Donaldson Aerospace & Defense (Booth #C3626), a division of the Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), reports it has experienced strong growth and sales of its popular and highly effective inlet barrier filter (IBF), due in part to an increase in aircraft sales. A growth in helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS) overseas has led to increased... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: Phenix Solutions
Phenix Solutions is pleased to announce the selection of critical mission equipment suppliers, SEI Industries, to partner in developing forestry protection and firefighting mission equipment for Phenix Ultra 2XL aircraft. The team will incorporate several proven SEI products into the Ultra 2XL Remotely Piloted UAS platform, including the industry-leading Bambi Bucket and the Sling Dragon... Read more
8-Mar-2023Source: VFS
The Vertical Flight Society (VFS), the world’s leading nonprofit organization working to advance vertical flight, today announces the selection of Angelo N. Collins as its executive director, effective June 1, 2023. Outgoing Executive Director Mike Hirschberg, who has led the organization for 12 years, will be staying on staff in a supporting role as Director... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Vulcan Aviation Limited
Vulcan Aviation Limited is pleased to announce that it has entered into a new equity joint venture arrangement for rotary wing sales with Kaan Air, of Istanbul, Turkey. The new ventured to be called Vulkaan Helicopters has a remit to specifically promote the sale of large cabin helicopters such as the AW139 and AW189 in... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Omni Helicopters
Lisbon based Omni Helicopters International announced a new Search & Rescue capability in support of energy sector clients; they are also exhibiting their flagship Search & Rescue Sikorsky S-92A at Heli-Expo. Omni SAR operations have already commenced for a major international oil company in Guyana, where two (2) Leonardo AW139’s are providing Search & Rescue... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Keystone Turbine Services
Atlanta-based Precision Aviation Group, Inc. (PAG), a leading provider of products and value-added services to the Aerospace and Defense industries worldwide, is pleased to announce that Keystone Turbine Services (KTS – a PAG Company located in Coatesville, Pennsylvania), for the third year in a row, received the prestigious Rolls-Royce Best in Class Award for 2023.... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: HAI
Helicopter Association International (HAI) has partnered with Helicopter Institute of Fort Worth, Texas, to make it easier for members to keep their aircrews’ training, testing, qualifications, certifications, and compliance up to date. With the new HAI Flight Training and Checking Program, members can choose to have Helicopter Institute manage all aspects or one part as... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters continues to experience a growing demand for H160 helicopters, with more than a dozen H160s already ordered by North American customers to date to fulfill a range of missions. Featuring the latest technology and a breakthrough design, the ACH160 recently made an impression on customers in the private and business aviation market, with... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the signed purchase agreements for three Bell 407GXi – two in the UK to corporate customers and one in Ireland to Zeus Essential Holding Limited (Zeus), an Irish-owned global packaging solutions company. The signings were announced at HAI Heli-Expo. Zeus is an innovative packing provider... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Enstrom
Enstrom is excited to announce new all-glass instrument panels for 2023. Available on both the 480B and 280FX, the new panels bring state-of-the-art avionics and incredible capability to Enstrom helicopter cockpits. The new panels are designed around a Garmin G500H TXi EFIS display. Replacing traditional flight and navigation instruments, the G500 features a robust and... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: HeliHub.com
The Ghana Police Service have this week held their 66th Independence Day Anniversary Parade. As part of this event, they made a fly-past with their three helicopters – two Gazelles and an Airbus H125. While the purchase of these helicopters was announced by President Nana Addo Dankwa Akufo-Addo in late 2021, confirmation of their delivery... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Flight Data Systems
Flight Data Systems, a leading provider of end-to-end flight data solutions and services for business, military, commercial, and rotorcraft segments of aviation, today announced the selection of the SENTRYTM Cockpit Voice and Flight Data Recorder (CVFDR) and Modular Acquisition Unit (MAU) by Arista Aviation, an MRO facility for commercial and military rotorcraft. The SENTRY CVFDR and... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Cadorath
Rolls-Royce held its annual M250 First Network Awards in Atlanta, Georgia on March 6th, where Cadorath was honored with the Outstanding Partnership award. The First Network comprises all AMROC, AMC, ARF, and AMOF facilities worldwide for the Rolls-Royce M250 and RR300 engine models. The Outstanding Partnership award recognizes the facility that is an enabling partner... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Rotortrade
Rotortrade, the leading global helicopter dealer and exclusive international distributor of Leonardo’s pre-owned helicopters, is proud to announce it has reached its objectives setting a new sales record in line with its new 5 year plan set in 2020 when The Helicopter and Jet Company, owned 100% by the Public Investment Fund, acquired a majority... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Milestone Aviation
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, announced that it has signed lease agreements for four Leonardo helicopters with HeliService International (“HeliService”), a market leader in offshore helicopter transportation. The agreements include the placement of two Leonardo AW139 helicopters, the first of which was recently delivered, while the second is... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: First Aviation Services
First Aviation Services Inc. has branded their four helicopter component repair subsidiaries into the strategically unified Rotary Wing Group. Composed of Aviation Blade Services, Inc. (Kissimmee, FL), Heliblade International, LLC (Anderson, CA), Piedmont Propulsion Systems, LLC (Winston-Salem, NC) and Associated Aircraft Manufacturing and Sales, Inc. (Ft. Lauderdale, FL), which together boast over 150,000 ft2 of... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: PS Engineering
PS Engineering has once again listened to the market and delivered a way to simplify the many faceted aspects of installation and operational configuration. With the introduction of the fully digital HUB50 audio management system, configuration has moved away from the multiple switches and potentiometers and placed into an easy-to-use iPhone application. Using the proprietary... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Ontic
Ontic, a leading licensor and manufacturer of complex engineered parts for the global aerospace and defense industries, has signed three new license agreements with Honeywell to deliver a range of radar system and navigation and communication product lines. Ontic will take on the P440/660/880 Primus weather radar system, and the former-BendixKing’s Gold Crown, Multi-Hazard product... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: SKYTRAC
SKYTRAC (SKYTRAC Systems Ltd.), a global leader in satellite communications (satcom) and intelligent connectivity solutions, today announced that Global Medical Response (GMR), the largest medical transport company in the world, has selected SKYTRAC to provide fleet-harmonized satellite airtime and mission-critical capabilities to its 381 rotary-wing aircraft. The fleet upgrade program, spanning more than a dozen... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: HAI
HAI President and CEO James A. Viola sent a positive message about the outlook for the vertical aviation industry during the first full day of education and safety programming at HAI HELI-EXPO 2023, taking place at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. “Walking the halls and talking to people,” he says, “I’m feeling the... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Metro Aviation
Guardian Mobility and Flightcell International, global leaders in aircraft communications, have developed a first-to-market aviation communications system that provides cellular and satellite mid-band data and voice services to light fixed-wing and rotorcraft operators. Flightcell’s DZMx, an all-in-one cellular and satellite voice, data, and tracking system, will be complemented by the new Guardian Mobility G6 Iridium... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Becker Avionics
Becker Avionics Incorporated is proud to announce recent enhancements to its DVCS 6100 and AMU 6500 digital intercom systems. The two systems can now be utilized together in a hybrid system. As an example, pairing of the two systems into one aircraft would allow DVCS 6100 controls in the cockpit for the pilots, and AMU... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Aerometals
Aerometals has announced a developmental program to certify an engine inlet barrier filter system (IBF) for the Bell 412EP helicopter. Lorie Symon, CEO and President, commented, “Aerometals wants to bring the same engine protection to the Bell 412 that we’ve been able to bring to the H60/S70 aircraft.” Due to industry demand, Bell Textron Inc.... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Metro Aviation
Metro Aviation is internationally recognized as a leader in the helicopter completion industry with a reputation for excellence in helicopter completions, safety, and customer service. This reputation has been the catalyst for the recent influx the company has seen in law enforcement completion contracts. “We are welcoming customers that are contracting with Metro and have... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: ET Infra
The Madhya Pradesh government has paid around Rs 37 crore to private aviation companies for hiring their aircraft and helicopters during the past three years, the state Assembly was informed. See Full Story. ... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Avidyne
Avidyne Corporation of Melbourne, FL. And Innovative Solutions & Support (IS&S) of Exton, PA., announced that PHI MRO Services of Lafayette, LA., has agreed to be the system integrator for their new Helix Integrated Flight Deck, which will be initially certified in the S-76C++ helicopter, and to offer retrofits and support for Helix at their global MRO sites.... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Aviation Battery Systems
Aviation Battery Systems (ABS) reports rapid growth in the range of rotorcraft served by its popular StartStick line of portable ground power units (GPU). Thanks to introduction of the powerful new StartStick 20, operators in ramp and remote operations alike see benefits. ABS has its powerful StartStick 20 and other models on display at Booth... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Stratom
Stratom, a global leader in robotic refueling and autonomous systems, and Imenco, the industry specialist in military and civil aviation refueling solutions for commercial aviation and offshore applications, announced its partnership to bring best-in-class robotic refueling systems to customers worldwide. The collaboration offers proven advanced systems that deliver safe and sustainable autonomous refueling systems that boost business... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Kernel Holdings Group
Kernel Group Holdings (NASDAQ: KRNLU) (“Kernel”), a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) formed for the purpose of effecting a merger, capital stock exchange, asset acquisition, stock purchase, or similar business combination with one or more businesses, announced today that it has entered into a definitive business combination agreement (the “Merger Agreement”) with AIRO Group Holdings,... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: StandardAero
StandardAero is actively completing Phase 2 and 3 of a 3 phase program to upgrade the Pinal County Sheriff Office (PCSO), Arizona, Bell UH-1H helicopter for hot, high, and heavy operations in Arizona. The program called UH-1H3 Hot, High and Heavy, which is underway at StandardAero’s helicopter airframe facility in British Columbia, is expected to be... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: MD Helicopters
MD Helicopters, LLC (MDH), (HELI-EXPO Booth #C2729), is pleased to announce that they are ramping up production line capabilities and increasing staffing to accommodate additional sales orders. This includes 12 Cayuse Warrior Plus scout/attack helicopters awarded by the Nigerian Army to assist in counter insurgency and counter terrorism operations in Nigeria. To support production, MDH restructured... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: GPMS
GPMS International announced at HeliExpo 2023 that the FAA has granted a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for Foresight MX, the industry’s leading health and usage monitoring system (HUMS) on the Airbus AS350 B2 platform. Additionally, GPMS announced it has contracted with a HEMS operator to certify Foresight MX on the H145, and is working with... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Precision Aviation Group
Atlanta-based Precision Aviation Group, Inc. (PAG), a leading provider of products and value-added services to the aerospace and defense industries, is pleased to announce the acquisition of PTB Group (PTB). PTB provides maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services on Pratt & Whitney PT6 and Honeywell TPE331 engines, engine leases and airframes, and aviation supply chain... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: GPMS International
GPMS International announced at HeliExpo 2023 that it is pursuing a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for its industry-leading health and usage monitoring system (HUMS), known as Foresight MX, on the EC145 platform. To achieve the STC, GPMS will work with Metro Aviation, an industry leader in air medical transportation services and helicopter completions in the... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Phenix Solutions
Phenix Solutions announced the selection of Vancouver-based innovator Onboard Systems International, LLC as a partner to develop a multi-use cargo hook system for the Ultra 2XL Heavy-Lift Cargo Aircraft Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS). The Phenix-Onboard partnership will leverage Onboard Systems’ 40-plus years as the leading provider of external load equipment for the helicopter industry with... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Schweizer
Schweizer (HAI HELI-EXPO BOOTH #C4420), manufacturer of the proven Schweizer S300, S300CBi, and S333 helicopters, is proud to announce it has received a full FAA Production Certificate to produce its iconic S300 and S300CBi helicopters. Schweizer has been producing aircraft under a Production Under Type Certificate Approval (PUTC), which requires significant FAA oversight for each aircraft... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Cadorath
Cadorath is pleased to announce its entrance into the Approved repair Center Network for Airbus Helicopters and will perform D-Level single part repairs in support of Airbus Helicopters dynamic component repair. Cadorath will be able to support Airbus customers and the approved repair network with the special processes required for return to service activities. In... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: MD Helicopters
MD Helicopters, LLC (MDH) (HELI-EXPO Booth #C2729) announced upcoming changes to its Authorized Service Center (ASC) and Parts Retailer (PR) agreements at the company’s annual service center and sales representative meeting yesterday, March 6. The purpose of the changes is to help ASCs and PRs attract and retain more local MD operators and provide better... Read more
7-Mar-2023Source: Sikorsky
CMC Electronics is pleased to announce a new multi-year contract with Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, for the supply of its military Flight Management System (FMS) on several Sikorsky helicopter models including the UH-60M, HH-60M, HH-60W, S-70i and the S-70M. The helicopters with CMC’s equipment will be delivered to the US Army, the US Air Force... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company announced the signed purchase agreement for four Bell 407GXi aircraft by the Polish National Police (PNP). The helicopters will be purchased as part of the project “Safer on the roads – aerial supervision over the road traffic,” implemented with the use of funds from the Operational... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: kazinform
A rescue helicopter based on Mi-8 will arrive in Kyrgyzstan in November 2023, Igor Maslov, head of the Russian presidential administration’s department for interregional and cultural relations with foreign countries said, Kazinform cites Kabar. He said that the helicopter will be upgraded for rescue operations, taking into account the highlands of Kyrgyzstan. See Full Story.... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Spectrum Aeromed
Spectrum Aeromed will showcase a variety of equipment on display, including its expanded Liquid Oxygen (LOX) options, at the 2023 HAI HELI-EXPO March 7-9th at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta, Georgia. Stop by Booth C2604 to explore Spectrum Aeromed’s LOX options certified in the Bell 429, AW 109/119 and King Air 350 air... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: HAI
Helicopter Association International (HAI) has partnered with WYVERN LTD of Nashua, New Hampshire, to make it even easier for members to start using a safety management system (SMS). In addition to a customized SMS software solution, the HAI SMS program now offers coaching by WYVERN for one-on-one assistance with implementation, evaluation, and validation. The program... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Aero Asset
Aero Asset’s annual 2022 Heli Market Trends reports transactions for preowned twin engine helicopters were down four percent last year. Though the rate at which supply dropped in 2022 slowed, helicopters available for sale retracted 11 percent compared to the previous year, leaving the absorption rate at its lowest point in four years. “North America and Europe accounted for 73 percent of twin engine helicopter resale activity in 2022; Europe... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Airbus Helicopters
Boeing has become the latest and final defence and aerospace company to join the H175M Task Force addressing the UK New Medium Helicopter requirement. As training services partner, Boeing Defence UK will provide aircrew, groundcrew and maintenance training, if the super-medium class Airbus H175M, to be built at Broughton in Wales, is selected to replace... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Rotortrade
Rotortrade, global helicopter distributor, is proud to announce that it will be hosting the pre-launch of “Flying Sideways,” the book of the most famous stunt pilot Fred North, at Heli Expo 2023. The event will take place on the 8th of March, 2023 at 4pm, at the Georgia World Congress Center in Atlanta. “Flying Sideways” is... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Yellowhead Helicopters
Yellowhead Helicopters LTD (Yellowhead) has selected CAMP Systems International, Inc. (CAMP), the leading independent provider of aviation management products and services, to provide Aircraft Health Management as part of CAMP’s enterprise solution for its fleet of 48 helicopters. CAMP maintenance tracking, and integration with CAMP ERP software, provide a complete ecosystem from tracking and planning... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Skyportz
Air taxi infrastructure company, Skyportz and property developer Pelligra announced a partnership to explore jointly developing vertiport networks to attract air taxi and drone delivery services to Australia. Speaking at the Avalon Airshow Skyportz CEO, Clem Newton-Brown said this partnership was a significant step forward for this emerging industry in Australia. “We have strong policy... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Airbus Corporate Helicopters
Airbus Corporate Helicopters has won an order for two ACH160 helicopters in India – the first sale of the type in the region. The helicopters will be delivered with the ACH160 Exclusive configuration for business use by the customer who is an experienced helicopter operator. Under the terms of the contract, Airbus Corporate Helicopters will provide... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace and Asia Pacific Aerospace (APA) signed an agreement for APA to provide GE-authorized T700 engine line maintenance training to operators in the region. This agreement expands an existing arrangement between the two companies that named APA as a GE-authorized Engine Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) provider for T700 engines. “APA has developed a... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Technisonic
The TDFM-9100-T6 is the newest option available in the TDFM-9100. This new adaptation of the TDFM-9100 incorporates Technisonic’ s new T6 module. Capable of supporting Low Band VHF FM, VOR Voice, Airband and Military UHF the T6 module provides a significant new capability to the 9100. Previously only available in the larger 9200 and 9300... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: ASU
Aviation Specialties Unlimited, Inc. (ASU) announced that they had hired Vicque Ebentheuer as the company’s new marketing manager. Before joining ASU, Ebentheuer worked in marketing for more than 25 years in the healthcare industry. “Vicque brings 25 years of marketing experience in a very customer-driven industry,” said ASU President Dr. Joe Estrera. “Healthcare requires great... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Milestone Aviation
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, announced it has signed lease agreements for five helicopters with Aramco. The agreements include the placement of three Leonardo AW139 helicopters and two Airbus H145 helicopters. All five aircraft are factory new and will be deployed on critical offshore oil and gas missions... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Vaisala
Vaisala, a global leader in weather, environmental, and industrial measurements, announced today the integration of lightning data from Vaisala’s Global Lightning Dataset GLD360 —part of its Xweather suite of weather and environmental data services — into its Helideck Monitoring System. Built to meet the demands of challenging offshore environments, Vaisala’s first-of-its-kind Helideck Monitoring System now... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Bell
As industry partners interested in accelerating the future potential of High-Speed Vertical Takeoff and Landing (HSVTOL)technology, Bell and Pratt & Whitney are collaborating on propulsion solutions for the development of HSVTOL technology. Bell continues to work with the U.S. government and its industry partners to reduce risk and develop capability requirements. As Bell continues to build its... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Rotortrade
Rotortrade, the leading global helicopter dealer, is proud to announce its latest appointments and promotions in support of its continued growth in North America. Robert Brant has been appointed as the Head of Region for North America. With more than 30 years of experience in aviation, Robert is a well-known leader in the industry known... Read more
6-Mar-2023Source: Air Methods
When residents of Weber County need emergency air medical service, they might be surprised to meet AirLife Utah’s all-female crew. Lead Pilot Jen Prince, Flight Nurse Jennie McEnany, and Flight Paramedic/Clinical Base Lead Erica Rau make a powerful team serving the community, and their accomplishments highlight why celebrating Women of Aviation Worldwide Week, March 6... Read more
