20-Jun-2023Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), an eVTOL aircraft (*1) manufacturer based in Japan, announced new specifications and design of its commercial aircraft at the Paris Air Show 2023. The company also announced that it has named the SkyDrive eVTOL aircraft “SKYDRIVE,” the same as that of the company. ■About the Product Series Name SkyDrive names its production... Read more
20-Jun-2023Source: GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace was selected by Korea Aerospace Industries (KAI) to supply the Health and Usage Monitoring System (HUMS) for the Korean Marine Attack Helicopter (KMAH). “This award builds upon and continues a strong business relationship of supplying rotorcraft health monitoring systems to KAI,” said Matt Burns, president & general manager for Avionics with GE Aerospace.... Read more
20-Jun-2023Source: SAF Aerogroup
SAF Aerogroup, a global aviation leader, is excited to announce the acquisition of two H225 helicopters from Rotortrade, a trusted global helicopter dealer and distributor. This strategic investment significantly strengthens SAF Aerogroup’s fleet and enhances its capabilities to undertake challenging missions in austere environments. Furthermore, ongoing discussions are currently underway to secure up to 4... Read more
20-Jun-2023Source: Aero Asset
Aero Asset, the global helicopter sales and market intelligence firm, has added three executives to positions within the company. Andrea Winning becomes Market Research Director. Shaun Geng becomes VP of Operations and Tristan Sandor as Senior Director – Mission Critical Services. “These staff additions strengthen Aero Asset’s interaction with clients,” said Aero Asset VP Sales... Read more
20-Jun-2023Source: Safran Helicopter Engines
Safran Helicopter Engines and MTU Aero Engines have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to create a 50/50 joint venture as an agile and lean structure intended to develop a new engine for the European Next Generation Rotorcraft Technologies (ENGRT) project. Both partners are convinced that European armed forces need a new 100% European engine... Read more
20-Jun-2023Source: Safran Electronics & Defense
Wisk Aero, a leading Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company, has selected Safran Electronics & Defense to supply SkyNaute™ inertial navigation systems for its Generation 6 autonomous, allelectric air taxi. “Wisk is building and certifying the first commercial autonomous aircraft, and the high integrity avionics and software stack that enables it,” said Brian Yutko, CEO of... Read more
20-Jun-2023Source: PLANA
PLANA, a developer of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) eVTOL aircraft, and Bluenest(by Globalvia), a pioneer of vertiport infrastructure, have announced a strategic partnership at the Paris Air Show 2023. The partnership aims to accelerate the development and commercialization of AAM and vertiport services and infrastructure, creating a global AAM ecosystem. PLANA is developing CP-01, a... Read more
20-Jun-2023Source: Air bp
Designed to enhance safety and reliability in airport fuelling operations, Air bp’s award-winning safe2go fuel data platform (formerly known as Airfield Automation) has now been deployed at almost 600 locations across 44 countries around the globe. So, what is it exactly, how does it work and what are the benefits for helicopter operators? The safe2go... Read more
20-Jun-2023Source: Rotortrade
The Helicopter Company (THC), a wholly-owned Public Investment Fund (PIF) company in Saudi Arabia, is pleased to announce the complete acquisition of 100% stake in Rotortrade (RT), a trusted global helicopter dealership operating across five continents. This acquisition marks a significant milestone in the THC/RT growth and development strategy. This strategic investment will further strengthen... Read more
19-Jun-2023Source: Safran Helicopter Engines
Safran Helicopter Engines has validated its Eco Mode hybrid propulsion system during ground tests in Bordes, France, in preparation for upcoming flight tests on the Airbus Racer high-speed helicopter demonstrator. The hybrid electric propulsion mode was tested for the first time in a configuration similar to the one that will be used on the Racer.... Read more
19-Jun-2023Source: Eve Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) (NYSE: EVEX, EVEXW) today named the first three suppliers for its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft. Nidec Aerospace LLC, a joint venture between Nidec Corporation and Embraer, will provide the electric propulsion system, BAE Systems will provide an advanced energy storage system and DUC Hélice Propellers will supply the... Read more
19-Jun-2023Source: Wisconsin National Guard
UH-60 Black Hawks operated by a Wisconsin National Guard crews conducted training May 5 near the Medical Simulation Training Center at Fort McCoy to support an operation that was part of a medical exercise called Operation Ouija. The Black Hawks were performing a simulated tail-to-tail transfer with C-130 Hercules aircraft from the Air Force Reserve’s... Read more
19-Jun-2023Source: US Army
U.S. Army Yuma Proving Ground (YPG) was the epicenter of the Army’s future force in Project Convergence 20 and 21 and continues to support Army Futures Command’s campaign of learning this year. The Army Futures Command Future Vertical Lift Cross-Functional Team (FVL CFT) held the annual Experimental Demonstration Gateway Event (EDGE) 23 here over the... Read more
19-Jun-2023Source: HAI
Your opportunity to tour US national parks and memorials by air will end if the National Park Service (NPS) has its way. Recent proposed NPS plans, if approved, will eliminate public access to aerial tours over lands administered by the agency. The NPS is proposing air tour management plans (ATMPs) and associated environmental assessments for... Read more
19-Jun-2023Source: HAI
The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed—with bipartisan support—a sweeping bill that reauthorizes the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and addresses many important safety, workforce, technology, and other issues facing the rotorcraft and other aviation industries. The bill now moves to the House floor for consideration. Helicopter Association International (HAI) applauds this first step in securing... Read more
16-Jun-2023Source: EASA
EASA and the National Civil Aviation Agency of Brazil (ANAC Brazil) have signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) to further cooperate on e-VTOL certification. The LOI was signed by the ANAC Brazil Acting President-Director, Tiago Pereira and Luc Tytgat, EASA Strategy and Safety Management Director, on June 14th 2023, during the EASA-FAA Safety Conference in Cologne.... Read more
16-Jun-2023Source: US Marines
U.S. Marines with Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461 reached the 1,000 operational-flight hour milestone in the CH-53K King Stallion at Marine Corps Air Station Yuma, Arizona, April 21, 2023. The CH-53K is the Marine Corps’ newest heavy-lift helicopter that is replacing the CH-53E Super Stallion. HMH-461 transitioned from a CH-53E squadron to a CH-53K... Read more
16-Jun-2023Source: US National Guard
Farmingdale resident Colonel Sanjay Shetty has been selected as the new 106th Rescue Wing Medical Group Commander during a June 2, 2023, ceremony at Francis S. Gabreski Air National Guard Base, Westhampton Beach, New York. Colonel Shawn Fitzgerald, Commander of the 106th Rescue Wing, praised Shetty for his service at the wing. “Doc Shetty has... Read more
16-Jun-2023Source: SITA
SITA, the leading IT provider to the air transport industry, and UrbanV, the Italian vertiport operator, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to develop a digital-first passenger experience for UrbanV’s vertiports in Rome due to start operations in 2024. From UrbanV’s test vertiport at Rome’s Fiumicino Airport, both parties will design, test, and refine a... Read more
16-Jun-2023Source: Fracsa
Frasca, a FlightSafety International company, delivered groundbreaking technology to the U.S. Navy nearly three years ahead of expectations, producing a more efficient and cost-effective training system for the U.S. Navy’s next generation rotary wing training program. Navy, Marine Corps, and Coast Guard aviators are now better prepared to begin the flight portion of their TH-73A... Read more
16-Jun-2023Source: Doroni Aerospace
Doroni Aerospace, the leading innovator in sustainable transportation and urban air mobility, is pleased to announce a significant milestone in its journey to revolutionize personal mobility. The company has successfully completed over 50 test flights of its groundbreaking electric Vertical Takeoff and Landing (eVTOL) aircraft, the Doroni Aerospace H1, at its state-of-the-art facility. This accomplishment... Read more
16-Jun-2023Source: Enstrom
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation is excited to participate in this year’s Rotors ‘n Ribs celebration in Goshen, Indiana on Friday, July 7. The event is considered one of the country’s premier helicopter fly-ins. Helicopter pilots from all over the nation will fly into Goshen Municipal Airport (KGSH) for the free festival. Enstrom is proud to serve... Read more
16-Jun-2023Source: US Coast Guard
The Coast Guard is celebrating 25 years of operations at Air Station Atlantic City, a helicopter unit based at the FAA William J. Hughes Technical Center in Egg Harbor Township, New Jersey. Since Coast Guard Air Station Atlantic City’s creation in 1998, after Air Station Brooklyn and Air Station Cape May merged, the southern New... Read more
16-Jun-2023Source: HAI
At the invitation of NASA, Helicopter Association International (HAI) will participate in a two-day interoperability simulation tabletop exercise Jun. 14–15 at the Ames Research Center at Moffett Field, California. The event will feature the inclusion of urban air mobility (UAM) aircraft into air traffic management (ATM) and air traffic control (ATC) planning. Representing HAI and... Read more
16-Jun-2023Source: Eve Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) (NYSE: EVEX, EVEXW) and United Airlines (NASDAQ: UAL) announced plans to bring Urban Air Mobility (UAM) to San Francisco by launching electric commuter flights throughout the Bay Area. The announcement is an important first step as both companies will be working with local and state officials, infrastructure, energy and technology providers... Read more
16-Jun-2023Source: Ecocopter
In Chile, since the end of 2014 Ecocopter is operating in the transfer of personnel and cargo for Enap’s oil platforms located in the Magallanes region. The company has been developing offshore flights to the Strait facilities, and the fleet complies with all the requirements established by the Chilean aeronautical authority and the norms and... Read more
16-Jun-2023Source: Sweet Helicopters
As the official helicopter service provider for the Indianapolis Motor Speedway since 2017, Sweet Helicopters takes its responsibility seriously to transport passengers to and from the racetrack. Safety and efficiency are always top priority. “Each year, we work to further streamline our procedures, making for an even more convenient flight experience for our passengers,” said... Read more
15-Jun-2023Source: LCI
LCI, a leading aviation company, has announced the strengthening of its team with the appointment of Eric Kataoka as Chief Investment Officer (CIO), and the promotion of Nigel Leishman to Chief Commercial Officer (CCO). This follows the recent investment in LCI by Sumitomo Mitsui Finance and Leasing Co., Ltd. (SMFL). Kataoka was previously SMFL’s General... Read more
15-Jun-2023Source: Bristow Helicopters
The Billy Deacon SAR Memorial Trophy and an inscribed Breitling watch was presented by Vice Admiral Sir Tim Laurence at the Air League’s Annual Reception Ceremony at the House of Commons London on the 14 June 2023. The Award is sponsored by Bristow Helicopters and Breitling (UK). The 2023 award for rescues carried out in... Read more
15-Jun-2023Source: PHI
PHI MRO Services, a leader in maintenance, repair, and overhaul services, is excited to announce its partnership with GPMS International, Inc. as a Certified Installer of Foresight MX—the industry’s leading predictive Health and Usage Monitoring Systems (HUMS), Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) and Rotor Track and Balance (RTB) platform. With this partnership, PHI MRO Services will install the... Read more
15-Jun-2023Source: HAI
The House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee passed—with bipartisan support—a sweeping bill that reauthorizes the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and addresses many important safety, workforce, technology, and other issues facing the rotorcraft and other aviation industries. The bill now moves to the House floor for consideration. Helicopter Association International (HAI) applauds this first step in securing... Read more
15-Jun-2023Source: AHMEC
The American Helicopter Museum and Education Center (AHMEC) offers a day of fun during its FamilyFest on Saturday, June 24, from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. The annual event loaded with activities galore aims to delight visitors of all ages. Highlighting FamilyFest will be a presentation and demonstration by Torque, a Belgian Malinois who holds the world’s... Read more
15-Jun-2023Source: VFS
More than 40 of the world’s leading electric aircraft developers and technology experts will be speaking at the 17th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium (EAS), hosted by the Vertical Flight Society (VFS). The event will once again be held online and in person in Oshkosh, Wisconsin, on July 22–23, 2023 — the weekend prior to the... Read more
15-Jun-2023Source: US National Guard
Employers of Wyoming Army National Guard Soldiers had the opportunity to immerse themselves in the experience of being a guard member firsthand during the Employer Support of the Guard and Reserve Boss Lift on June 2. The event, hosted by Wyoming Army National Guard in Cheyenne, Wyo., showcased various activities, including flights in a UH-60... Read more
14-Jun-2023Source: UK CAA
The UK Civil Aviation Authority is launching a survey on the use of active carbon monoxide (CO) detectors for members of the General Aviation (GA) community in the UK. Feedback gathered through this survey will help to shape the future use of these devices and how they could be used in piston engine aircraft. Evidence... Read more
14-Jun-2023Source: Air bp
Sustainable aviation fuel (SAF), hydrogen and electric all have a role to play in the decarbonisation of aviation. SAF is vitally important as it can address decarbonisation of fuel over its lifecycle, and this is now available to be used in all turbine engines including in mid and long-range aircraft. Therefore, understanding the feedstock landscape... Read more
14-Jun-2023Source: Bristow
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL), the global leader in innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions, announced it will present at the 2023 J.P. Morgan Energy, Power & Renewables Conference on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, where it will also issue select financial guidance for 2024. Bristow’s President and Chief Executive Officer Chris Bradshaw is scheduled to... Read more
14-Jun-2023Source: US Army
It’s not often that a small team is credited with advancing an entire program within U.S. Army Aviation, but PEO Aviation’s Utility Helicopters Project Office (UHPO) did just that by establishing a certification program for operators and maintainers of the Army’s newest light utility helicopter variant. The UH-72 Lakota helicopter is a commercial-off-the-shelf helicopter manufactured... Read more
14-Jun-2023Source: Archer Aviation
Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) has appointed Billy Nolen, former acting FAA Administrator, as its Chief Safety Officer. Nolen’s expertise in aviation safety and flight operations, along with his deep passion and excitement for advanced air mobility, will further strengthen Archer’s ability to successfully commercialize urban air mobility at scale. “Billy is an incredible leader... Read more
14-Jun-2023Source: CAE
CAE announced that CAE Defense & Security has been awarded the U.S. Air Force (USAF) Rotary Wing, Introductory Flight Training (IFT-R) contract to support the Air Education and Training Command (AETC). The contract provides critical flight training to USAF student pilots as part of the Helicopter Training Next program. The US$44.5M initial contract award supports... Read more
14-Jun-2023Source: Air Methods
It has been a busy year since AirLift 5 Texas took flight on June 1, 2022, bringing emergency air medical service to the Rio Grande Valley. The new base has proven to be a valuable asset to the area, providing faster access to emergency care in trauma situations and interfacility transport for patients needing specialized care.... Read more
14-Jun-2023Source: Eve Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) (NYSE: EVEX, EVEXW) will make its first appearance after becoming a public company at the Paris Air Show at Le Bourget later this month. The company comes to Paris after a successful year that includes the industry’s largest order backlog (2,770 orders) for its electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft,... Read more
14-Jun-2023Source: IBAC
The International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) recently conducted its annual International Standard for Business Aircraft Handling (IS-BAH™) Standards Board meeting prior to EBACE last month. IBAC welcomes Lou Sorrentino, CEO, AVMASSI as the new IS-BAH Standards Board Chair and two new members for 2023-2024, and thanks returning board members for their continued service. New members... Read more
14-Jun-2023Source: LifeFlight
LifeFlight will build a new helicopter and jet base on the Sunshine Coast, following the announcement of more than $586 million in additional Government funding over the next ten years, for the state-wide aeromedical service. “Our government is committed to providing free, world class health care no matter where you live in Queensland,” Queensland Premier... Read more
14-Jun-2023Source: Archer Aviation
Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) and Stellantis N.V. will attend the 54th edition of the 2023 Paris Air Show, starting June 19, 2023, to share progress toward scaling manufacturing of Archer’s Midnight eVTOL aircraft as Archer prepares for planned commercialization in 2025. Archer’s Midnight aircraft will be the featured eVTOL aircraft at the Paris Air Show, positioned in... Read more
13-Jun-2023Source: Air Evac Lifeteam
Air Evac Lifeteam (Air Evac) announced that its newest air medical transport base in Laurel County is now in service. Located in the city of London, the base will provide emergency air medical services to the London micropolitan area and the surrounding regions. “We are proud to be increasing access to lifesaving air medical... Read more
13-Jun-2023Source: Jump Aero Incorporated
Jump Aero Incorporated in partnership with the California Institute of Technology (Caltech) has completed a Phase II Small Business Technology Transfer (STTR) research contract from the U.S. Air Force to develop and flight test an “electronic parachute” – an adaptive flight controller pre-trained in simulation for various failure scenarios with a machine-learned (ML) neural network. This technology... Read more
13-Jun-2023Source: Skydio
Skydio, the leading U.S. drone manufacturer and world leader in autonomous flight, announced the Japan Civil Aviation Bureau (JCAB) has granted Skydio an unprecedented, nationwide approval to remotely fly drones beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS). Representing one of the most advanced regulatory approvals in the world, the approval enables streamlined BVLOS operations using Skydio... Read more
13-Jun-2023Source: IBAC
The International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) and Aviation Safety Solutions, have launched a new online educational offering, the International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO) Protocol Standardization (IPS) course. The new programme is designed for business aircraft operators, safety managers, and auditors seeking knowledge of the IS-BAO protocols via a user-friendly, self-paced format. Andrew Karas,... Read more
13-Jun-2023Source: Volatus Infrastructure
Volatus Infrastructure, LLC announced that they signed a multifaceted agreement with the Florida-based urban air mobility (UAM) showroom and electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) dealership company Aeroauto. Volatus will provide global vertiport and charging station solutions for the Aeroauto eVTOL sales and services centers. “This is a unique opportunity for us to collaborate with... Read more
13-Jun-2023Source: STARS
Following an extensive search by the society’s volunteer board of directors, STARS announced that Katherine Emberly will join the organization as president & CEO, effective Sept. 15, 2023. “Effectively leading an organization like STARS takes strong business acumen and experience building and leading highly skilled, geographically distributed teams in a 24×7, mission-critical and high-risk environment.”... Read more
13-Jun-2023Source: Spidertracks
Arcadea Group, a growth-oriented, long-hold investor in vertical SaaS businesses, is thrilled to announce the strategic merger of Air Maestro and Spidertracks. Air Maestro, a leading SaaS provider of critical safety management systems, flight operations, and training solutions, has been supporting aviation operators since 2005. Its comprehensive Operational and Safety Management System is trusted by... Read more
13-Jun-2023Source: Airbus Helicopters
An Airbus H125 helicopter belonging to State Grid Space Technology Co., Ltd (SGST) has successfully used sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) for a flight demonstration at Hefei Shiwan Airport in China. This is the first helicopter flight using SAF in China, marking an important milestone in the development of low-carbon aviation in Chinese aeronautics. The H125, which is... Read more
12-Jun-2023Source: Loft Dynamics
Loft Dynamics today announced that Jean Auclair has joined the company’s leadership team as their new Chief Financial Officer (CFO). Jean, an experienced CPA and CFO, previously led the financial affairs of numerous innovative companies. Jean’s appointment will help Loft Dynamics with their increased global expansion. This expansion, and their recent rebranding from VRM Switzerland... Read more
12-Jun-2023Source: Optima Aero
Optima Aero, a global leader specializing in the supply of refurbished helicopter parts and engines, has entered into an agreement with Uniflight Global LLC, a significant player in the American aftermarket sector, to buy its assets located in Grand Prairie, Texas. The creation of Optima Aero USA aligns with the growth strategy of the Canadian... Read more
12-Jun-2023Source: VFS
The Vertical Flight Society today announces the winners of its third annual Design-Build-Vertical Flight (DBVF) Student Competition. Auburn University took first place, University of Maryland took second and McGill University took third: Place University Location Team Cash Prize 1st Auburn University Auburn, Alabama, USA Vehicle Systems, Dynamics & Design Laboratory (VSDDL) $2,000 2nd... Read more
12-Jun-2023Source: Air Methods
Where seconds make all the difference in saving a life, the TriState CareFlight team trains regularly with first responders to be prepared to meet any emergent situation, no matter the time of year, for both residents and visitors. With boating season in full swing, the TriState CareFlight team collaborated with multiple law enforcement, fire, and... Read more
12-Jun-2023Source: HITGlobal
HITGLOBAL with our partner in the region Phyll Technology Innovation were chosen to train TAI engineers in the following courses: Bell 412 Overhaul, Advanced Field Maintenance, and Bell 412 EP to Epi Differences. HTIGlobal and Phyll International Thank our customer TAI for contracting us to train their technical staff. TAI is Thailand’s aircraft repair and... Read more
9-Jun-2023Source: Homeland Security
U.S. Senators Gary Peters (D-MI), Chairman of the Homeland Security and Governmental Affairs Committee, Ron Johnson (R-WI), Kyrsten Sinema (I-AZ) and John Hoeven (R-ND) introduced bipartisan legislation to significantly enhance our nation’s ability to counter the security threats posed by unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), commonly known as drones. The bill will renew and expand existing authorities – which are... Read more
9-Jun-2023Source: XTEND
XTEND – the developer of XOS, a human-guided autonomous operating system that is revolutionizing ‘human to machine’ interaction, has acquired Performance Rotors, the Singapore-based leading drone inspection specialists, in a move that will boost XTEND’s ability to offer human-guided, remote interactive operations in a range of inspection scenarios, and grow its global business. Financial terms of the transaction... Read more
9-Jun-2023Source: UAVOS
UAVOS Inc. has been selected by Bayanat, a leading provider of AI-powered geospatial solutions, to deliver its Unmanned Aircraft System (UAS) for a wide variety of applications including aerial photography and perimeter control. The UAS consists of two UVH 25EL unmanned autonomous helicopters powered by electric motors, a ground control station and various sensor payloads... Read more
9-Jun-2023Source: US Air Force
Over 60 service members from approximately ten units across the Air Force Reserve, Minnesota National Guard, Wisconsin National Guard and the Royal Canadian Air Force, participated in a joint training exercise aboard UH-60 Blackhawk helicopters and a C-17 Globemaster III across two states in early May. The multi-stop integrated mission involved evacuating simulated patients... Read more
9-Jun-2023Source: T-Mobile
Valmont completed an industry-first, unmanned 77-mile beyond visual line of sight (BVLOS) drone operation, enabled by T-Mobile 5G. Why it matters: BVLOS flights are taking off (literally!) thanks to their ability to reach remote or inaccessible areas more efficiently and quickly collect and share data.By leveraging the nation’s largest and fastest 5G network, drones equipped with... Read more
8-Jun-2023Source: CAE
CAE announced that CAE Defense & Security has been awarded a contract from General Dynamics Information Technology (GDIT) to support Flight School Training Support Services (FSTSS) at Fort Novosel (formerly Fort Rucker), Alabama. The contract, valued at US$455M, supports the recent US$1.7B award to GDIT by the U.S. Army Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training... Read more
8-Jun-2023Source: IronMountain Solutions
IronMountain Solutions,* Huntsville, Alabama, was awarded a $30,959,175 modification (P00036) to contract W31P4Q-21-F-B001 for technical support for the Utility Helicopters Project Office. Work will be performed in Huntsville, Alabama, with an estimated completion date of June 8, 2024. Fiscal 2010 and 2023 foreign military sales (Albania, Ashmore and Cartier Islands, Austria, Croatia, Egypt, Israel, Japan,... Read more
8-Jun-2023Source: NDTV
India conducted Asia’s first demonstration of performance-based navigation for helicopters for a flight from Juhu to Pune using GAGAN satellite technology. In a tweet on Wednesday, Civil Aviation Minister Jyotiraditya Scindia said it is a fine example of the “Indian aviation sector blazing a trail in innovation!”. See Full Story.... Read more
8-Jun-2023Source: Advantage Aviation Technologies
Advantage Aviation Technologies (AAT) is pleased to announce the hiring of Chad Duval as Director of Business Development. Chad has an extensive background in commercial aviation, repairs, machining, and parts manufacturing. For the past eight years, Chad was Regional Manager at Herber Aircraft Services, responsible for developing and maintaining good standing relationships with strategic aerospace... Read more
8-Jun-2023Source: Everdrone
Everdrone, a leading provider of autonomous drone solutions and Air Ambulance Charity Kent Surrey Sussex (KSS) are proud to announce an innovative collaboration to initiate implementation of Everdrone First on Scene Grid™ technology in the UK to help save lives in sudden medical emergencies. The aim of the collaboration is to enable KSS to expand... Read more
8-Jun-2023Source: US Army
Two CH-47F Chinook helicopters with Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 171st Aviation Regiment supported training May 24 at Fort McCoy for Soldiers with the 224th Engineer Battalion of the Iowa National Guard, officials with the Fort McCoy Directorate of Plans, Training, Mobilization and Security (DPTMS) said. The helicopters supported training for the engineer Soldiers throughout the... Read more
8-Jun-2023Source: HAI
In response to the US National Park Service’s (NPS) severe curtailment of air tours over national park lands, Helicopter Association International (HAI) is calling on its members and allies to show their support for America’s air tour industry. Both the NPS and the FAA are seeking public feedback on draft Air Tour Management Plans (ATMPs)... Read more
8-Jun-2023Source: Luxaviation Group
Luxaviation Group, one of the largest private aircraft operators in the world headquartered in Luxembourg, is proud to announce the successful launch of its new app enabling live charter travel management. The Luxaviation App is the next step in Luxaviation’s commitment to creating a seamless travel experience for their customers, while focusing on eco-friendly charter... Read more
8-Jun-2023Source: UK CAA
The UK Civil Aviation Authority is launching a survey on the use of active carbon monoxide (CO) detectors for members of the General Aviation (GA) community in the UK. Feedback gathered through this survey will help to shape the future use of these devices and how they could be used in piston engine aircraft. Evidence... Read more
8-Jun-2023Source: RS Flight Systems
Starspeed ATO (Authorised Training Organisation) has a proven track record in helicopter training for all pilots for more than a decade. After a comprehensive market analysis, Starspeed selected the F-light Line to enhance its pilot training programmes and provide students with a more immersive learning experience. “This leading-edge technology is set to revolutionise pilot training”,... Read more
8-Jun-2023Source: US National Guard
Farmingdale resident Colonel Sanjay Shetty has been selected as the new 106th Rescue Wing Medical Group Commander during a June 2, 2023, ceremony at Francis S. Gabreski Air National Guard Base, Westhampton Beach, New York. Colonel Shawn Fitzgerald, Commander of the 106th Rescue Wing, praised Shetty for his service at the wing. “Doc Shetty has... Read more
7-Jun-2023Source: Gastops
Gastops is pleased to announce ChipCHECK’s selection on Bell Textron Canada’s program to support the Royal Canadian Air Force’s (RCAF) fleet of 85 CH146 Griffon helicopters, a multi-role military variant of the widely adopted Bell-412EP developed for the Canadian Armed forces. Seven ChipCHECK units have been procured to assist in maximizing equipment readiness, improve maintenance... Read more
