20-Jul-2010Source: Metro Aviation
In the wake of another recent contract award for law enforcement completions from The State of Texas Department of Public Safety, Metro Aviation continues to refine its expertise in the market segment with new and innovative equipment integration and installation techniques. The company was also recently received competitive bid awards for law enforcement helicopter completions... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: MSN
Publicly-listed Hoa Phat Group, is buying a Eurocopter EC135P2+, due for in-country delivery in the next week [File photo]... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aerospace Services announced today the signing of an agreement with Deccan Charters Ltd. of Bangalore, India, that appoints their Mumbai facility as an authorized Customer Service Center (CSC) to support the Sikorsky S-76® helicopter platform. Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS) is the aftermarket division of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX).... Read more
20-Jul-2010
Russian Helicopters is examining the technological possibility of a helicopter which can reach speeds of up to 350 kilometers per hour, company spokesman Roman Kirillov told RIA Novosti on Friday... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Business Standard
The recent diktat of the Ministry of Environment and Forests not to allow private helipads on rooftops and in the city would prove detrimental for the Indian helicopter industry, which depends on private sorties for 60% of its revenues.... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: DefenceWeb
SAAF is flying the shuttle service for Government-owned PetroSA with effect from July 1. A spokesman added “We complied because part of our mandate is to assist other government departments†, also confirming the flights were infrequent.... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Spidertracks
Aircraft tracking company spidertracks has launched the next generation aircraft emergency location system, specifically designed for GA pilots. Spidertracks Aviator is a complete safety solution that turns on automatically, tracks the aircraft from take-off to landing, with position reports sent via the Iridium satellite network, to the Aviator website. It will automatically send emergency SOS... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: The Age
Taxpayer funds were used to buy the helicopter for the Southern Peninsula Rescue Squad in 1994. But the group claims the chopper is theirs, not the government’s, and they can do what they want with it.... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: medevac-foundation
A study assessing critical care transport (CCT) crews’ success rates with managing the airways of patients while enroute to the hospital by air or ground ambulance has revealed that those rates were favorable, and, more importantly, were similar to findings reported in acute-care hospital settings. Results of the study, which was fully funded by a... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Washington Post
FAA officials say they aren’t liable for injuries suffered by the sole survivor of a 2008 Maryland Medevac crash in which air traffic controllers provided outdated weather information.... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Flightglobal
Flightglobal consults its crystal ball... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: AAIB
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.... Read more
20-Jul-2010
PHI Air Medical cited the poor economy as its reason for last week’s closure. Former PHI paramedic Fernando Medina said some 13 employees at the base were notified that they were out of jobs.... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Aviation Week
Although a deal is not set, yet, Turbomeca is likely to provide the powerplant for Eurocopter’s dauphine replacement program, the X4.... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: Passur Aerospace
PASSUR Aerospace, Inc. announced that Tina W. Jonas has joined the PASSUR Aerospace Management Team. Tina joins PASSUR as Executive Vice President, Operations from Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, where she worked as Director, Operations Planning & Analysis since September 2008. In that role, she was responsible for leading and managing Sikorsky’s global planning for production and supply... Read more
20-Jul-2010Source: NY Daily News
The Port Authority of New York and New Jersey grounded its helicopter fleet Thursday, admitting that the $3.7 million it spends every year on security flyovers is a waste of money in tough times.... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Robson Helimagic
Robson Helimagic refines heli-skiing formula: Smaller groups, lower cost, relaxed pace defines “boutique†heli experience. In an industry dominated by high-volume operators, Robson Helimagic has refined “boutique†heli-skiing in Canada and true mountain ambience. From its base in the Canadian Rockies in Valemount B.C., just south of majestic Mount Robson, RHM provides a semi-private experience... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Eurocopter
On July 19, a brand new EC135 P2i was handed over to Assistant Chief Constable of West Midlands Police, Sharon Rowe, on the EADS/Eurocopter booth No. G12 in Hall 4 at the Farnborough International Air Show. The order for this aircraft had been placed in September 2009. Markus Steinke, Managing Director of Eurocopter UK Ltd.,... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: AgustaWestland
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, and Mitsui Bussan Aerospace are pleased to announce that the Japan Coast Guard has signed contracts for six more AW139 medium twin helicopters. These aircraft will be deployed at Japan Coast Guard bases throughout Japan and used to perform search and rescue and maritime patrol missions. With this latest contract the... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: AgustaWestland
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce its new Fleet Operations Centre is now fully operational. The centre forms an important part of AgustaWestland’s ongoing investment to deliver ever improving levels of support to its customers around the world. The new centre is collocated with the AgustaWestland Logistics Centre at the Avioport Logistic Park,... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Bell
The Bell Helicopter Training Academy (BTA), announced that it has placed into service its new Bell 429 training helicopter. This 429 training helicopter was the first to be delivered to Bell Training Academy in support of its customers. The addition of 429 to its existing fleet of aircraft provides the training academy with a comprehensive... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Bell
The Bell Training Academy, the training academy for Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc (NYSE: TXT) company, has been added to the Government Service Administration’s (GSA) Acquisition schedule, thereby reducing the cost of training for law enforcement officers and simplifying the contracting process. Airborne law enforcement and other government customers can access the entire Bell Training... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the expansion of performance capabilities to its line of 206L single-engine helicopters with performance upgrade offerings to customers at a reduced price. Bell has spent the past year listening to customer feedback and evaluating the performance of this product line and as a result reduced the... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Bell
The National Research Council Canada (NRC) and Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company, announced today that they have signed a 10-year research framework agreement to identify and undertake work of mutual interest in the research and development of technology solutions for the aerospace industry. This agreement will streamline the process of setting up fee-for-service and... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Derco Aerospace, Inc., a Sikorsky Aerospace Services company, announced today the signing of an agreement with Testek, Inc. to jointly pursue specialized aircraft test equipment opportunities worldwide. The agreement combines the capabilities and expertise of both companies to support customers’ requirements for complete in-house repair and testing capabilities. Sikorsky Aerospace Services is the worldwide aftermarket... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: FAA
In an effort to create a more accurate aircraft registration database, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is requiring re-registration of all civil aircraft over the next three years and renewal every three years after that. The rule establishes specific expiration dates over a three-year period for all aircraft registered before Oct. 1, 2010, and requires... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Innovations, the technology development organization of Sikorsky Aircraft, announced today from the Farnborough International Air Show that it has developed an all-electric helicopter technology demonstrator. Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). The FireflyTM Technology Demonstration Aircraft will be unveiled on July 26 at the EAA (Experimental Aircraft Association) AirVenture exhibition... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Pratt & Whitney Canada
AgustaWestland selected the Pratt & Whitney Canada PW210 engine to power its new AW169 helicopter in the 4.5-ton class. P&WC is a United Technologies Corp. (UTX 66.22, +0.19, +0.29%)Â company. “AgustaWestland is a long-time P&WC customer that has been at the forefront of helicopter design for decades,” said P&WC President John Saabas. “By selecting our... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: GE Aviation
Ornge, which provides ground and air medical transport for the province of Ontario, Canada, has just received the first of 10 AgustaWestland AW139 helicopters equipped with GE Aviation health and usage monitoring systems (HUMS). HUMS Web Services, which include GE’s (GE 14.61, +0.06, +0.41%)Â artificial intelligence based Advanced Anomaly Detection (AAD) technology, automatically collects information... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Russian Helicopters
At the Farnborough International Airshow that took off today near London (Great Britain) Russian Helicopters rotorcraft-manufacturing holding presents its newest projects within the UIC Oboronprom display. Farnborough Airshow is considered one of the world’s largest and traditionally attracts key international aviation industry manufacturers showcasing their up-to-date achievements. Andrei Shibitov, COO Russian Helicopters, states, “Farnborough trade... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: HeliHub.com
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is proud to unveil the AW169, a new generation multi-purpose twin engine light transport utility helicopter designed in response to the growing market demand for higher mission flexibility and multi-role capability in the 4.5 ton class. The AW169 has been designed to meet the current and anticipated stringent requirements of commercial... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter is ready to take a stand on the global stage at the Farnborough International Airshow (FIA) July 19-25 in Hampshire, England, and we can’t wait to show the world what we have to offer in rotorcraft technology. The FIA is an ideal venue to showcase Bell’s innovative products and services. We will be... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Reuters
Sikorsky expects a significant first order this week (at the Farnborough Air Show) from a Middle Eastern country for Black Hawks – the same country will also buy S76D medium-twins... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: The Island
Helitours, the domestic air service of the Sri Lanka Air Force (SLAF), will be relaunched today with state of the art facilities and a brand new look.... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: 9MSN
South Australia’s firefighting efforts will be boosted by an Erickson Air Crane this fire danger season.... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Rebtech
Night vision equipment and technology leader, REBTECH is expanding its capability and capacity as a result of a growing demand for night vision capable equipment and services both for the military and civil aircraft markets. The most active segments continue to be law enforcement and air medical aircraft. To meet the increasing demand, the company... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: Era Helicopters
Era Helicopters and Priority 1 Air Rescue (P1AR) announced today they have launched a joint Helicopter Search and Rescue (SAR) Training School – the first ever established in North America solely dedicated to train commercial, law enforcement and foreign military aviation professionals and their aircrews in performing Helicopter SAR and HEMS (Helicopter Emergency Service). The... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: Eurocopter
Eurocopter’s collaboration with Airbus on the new A350 XWB long-haul airliner, took a new dimension yesterday in the signing of a major contract at the Eurocopter facility in Donauwörth. The number one helicopter manufacturer has been chosen to develop and manufacture the door systems for the most recent member of the Airbus fleet. The contract... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: Bristow Group
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: BRS), a leading provider of helicopter services to the offshore energy industry, announced today it will release financial results for its fiscal year 2011 first quarter ended June 30, 2010, after the market closes on Wednesday, August 4. In conjunction with the release, Bristow has scheduled a conference call, which will... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: Mid-Continent Instruments
Mid-Continent Instruments have announced that Sheila Krehbiel has joined the company’s advertising and public relations department as marketing specialist. Krehbiel is responsible for assisting in various print and online marketing activities for the purpose of communicating the company brand, building customer trust and increasing market awareness. Primary duties include copywriting, editing, pre-press production of advertising... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: DART Helicopter Services
DART Helicopter Services is pleased to announce that their affiliated partner, DART Aerospace Ltd., has received Transport Canada, FAA, EASA and ANAC approval of their updated design Heli-Utility-Basket for the EC 130. The Heli-Utility-Basket™ is constructed of stainless steel with a high-gloss, white scratch-resistant finish. A self-locking handle keeps valuables secure during flight. The baskets... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: PremiAir
The ultra modern new passenger terminal at The London Heliport in Battersea is now officially open for business – ahead of the Farnborough Air Show next week (July 19th to 25th), when many of the senior executives from the world’s leading aerospace companies will be using the heliport en route to and from the show.... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: United Rotorcraft Solutions
United Rotorcraft Solutions (URS) continues to support airborne law enforcement with maintenance, modifications and equipment upgrades. For the DEA, URS has performed maintenance on AS350’s, Bell 407’s, Bell 412’s and MD 500’s, Night Vision Lighting Modifications on Bell 407’s and AS 350’s and avionics upgrades on Bell 407’s, AS350’s and MD500’s. The Texas DPS brought... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: Mid-Continent Instruments
Mid-Continent Instruments’ MD50 500 VA Static Inverter, one in the company’s new line of True Blue Power™ products, has received TSO-C73 certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA). “The MD50 static inverter is ideal for passengers requiring outlet electricity during flight,†said Tom Genovese, director of sales for Mid-Continent Instruments. “We are seeing a growing... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: Soloy
Soloy Aviation Solutions recently received approval from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for Soloy FAA STC SR00805SE. EASA STC 10028758 was issued on June 14, 2010 allowing operators to convert their existing AS350BA helicopters to the Honeywell LTS101 power. “This approval opens the way for European operators of aircraft produced under DGAC TC No.... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: Era Helicopters
Era Training Center LLC (ETC) announced today that it, along with Frasca International, has completed Night Vision Goggle (NVG) modification and visual database capability of their AS350 B2 Level 6 Flight Simulator Training Device (FSTD). ETC will begin offering NVG academic, FSTD and aircraft training courses in August 2010. Located at Lake Charles Regional Airport,... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: American Eurocopter
At the Airborne Law Enforcement Association Annual Conference in Tucson, Arizona, American Eurocopter and ALEA announced that American Eurocopter’s new AS350 flight and mission training simulator will be used for ALEA’s Advanced Tactical Flight Officer training course. The course will be presented by ALEA staff at American Eurocopter’s Training Center in Grand Prairie, Texas. American... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: Elbit Systems
Elbit Systems Ltd. (NASDAQ: ESLT) will launch CockpitNG™ the next generation cockpit for fighter aircraft, helicopters, trainers and airlifters at the Farnborough International Airshow 2010 (Hall 1, booth C14) from July 19-25. Elbit Systems CockpitNG™ is based on a smart central large area display (LAD) which includes all avionic components in one suite. The display... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: Eurocopter
Eurocopter and its Eurocopter UK Ltd. subsidiary are represented on the Farnborough exhibit stand of parent company EADS (Booth G12, Hall 4), where an EC135 for the West Midlands Police is to be officially handed over to the customer on July 19. Today, Eurocopter products are vital for the functioning of the United Kingdom, with... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: fipart
fipart has launched a new campaign to increase awareness of its free membership. The campaign aims to highlight the most important functions that can be used for free by companies of all sizes. “A lot of people don’t realize that free membership covers most of the core processes an aviation professional handles on a daily... Read more
17-Jul-2010
Skid stuck in ground during run-on autorotation landing on training flight... Read more
16-Jul-2010Source: 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
16-Jul-2010Source: HAI
HAI will be exhibiting at the Farnborough International Airshow in Farnborough, England from July 19-25. Stop by Booth Number: Hall 2/B27 and meet HAI President, Matt Zuccaro; Manager of Advertising & Exhibit Sales, Lisa Henderson; and Membership Assistant, Mandy Stahl.... Read more
15-Jul-2010Source: 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
14-Jul-2010Source: 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
14-Jul-2010Source: FAA
Greater efficiency and improved situational awareness – that’s what ADS-B promises to provide for aircraft operating in the national airspace system (NAS). With several airport areas already operating with ADS-B capability, as well as a recently published rule on performance requirements, those objectives are becoming a reality. What do these changes mean to general aviation,... Read more
14-Jul-2010Source: 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
13-Jul-2010Source: HeliHub.com
Australian operator Becker Helicopters have recently launched a new website at http://www.beckerhelicopters.com/ . The photos on the home page provide a bright style to the site, although they take an age to load up. Additionally, the photo area has been poorly designed – the bigger screen you have, the proportionately smaller the photo area becomes... Read more
13-Jul-2010Source: HAI
HAI will be exhibiting at the 2010 Airborne Law Enforcement Association (ALEA) Annual Conference and Exposition in Tucson, Arizona from July 14-17. Stop by booth 2010 and meet HAI Executive Vice President and Corporate Secretary, Ed DiCampli; Director of Membership, Annette Duplinsky; and Advertising & Exhibit Sales Assistant, Maggie DeCampo.... Read more
13-Jul-2010Source: 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
12-Jul-2010Source: Wings Wheels & Rotors
WWRE 2010 is an open house and family event sponsored by the Los Alamitos Area Chamber of Commerce and the California National Guard’s Joint Forces Training Base (JFTB). All the activities will take place on the flightline on Los Alamitos Army Airfield (KSLI). Los Alamitos Army Airfield is the last remaining military airfield in the... Read more
12-Jul-2010Source: Avidyne
Avidyne Corporation, a leading provider of integrated flight decks, displays, and safety systems for general aviation aircraft, announced that Vista Aviation of Pacoima, California, has completed the first helicopter installation of the Avidyne EX600 Multi-Function Display (MFD). The installation was completed in a Eurocopter A-Star 350B and approved under a FAA Form 337. “We have... Read more
