Garmin® Announces an Affordable HTAWS Option for the GNS 430W/530W Family of Products
Source: Garmin, 21 Feb, 10
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced a new Helicopter Terrain Awareness and Warning System (HTAWS) for the GNS 430W/530W series navigators. HTAWS is available as an option on newly purchased systems or as a field upgrade for current owners. When added to the GNS [...]
FlightSafety’s new EC135 simulator to enter service by year-end
Source: FlightSafety, 21 Feb, 10
FlightSafety International is pleased to announce that its new Eurocopter EC135 aircraft simulator is scheduled to enter service by the end of 2010 at the company’s Rotorcraft Learning Center of Excellence in Lafayette, Louisiana. This is the first Eurocopter EC135 aircraft simulator designed by FlightSafety to achieve Level D qualification from the United States Federal [...]
United Rotorcraft Solutions bucks market with move to larger facility
Source: United Rotorcraft Solutions, 21 Feb, 10
United Rotorcraft Solutions (URS), a premier aircraft completion facility, avionics shop and MRO, will soon begin the move to a larger facility.
President and Owner David Brigham first started the company in 2005 to meet the growing demand for high-quality systems integration for helicopters, as well as maintenance for this specific industry.
“We are very excited about [...]
Register update – USA – 8-14 February 2010
20 Feb, 10
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 [...]
Barco reveals new range of airborne mission displays
Source: Barco, 20 Feb, 10
Avionics visualization specialist Barco has introduced a new line of airborne mission displays, specifically designed for use in harsh cabin environments. The new AX displays are exceptionally thin and come in 15-inch, 15-inch widescreen and 17-inch versions. For applications in need of a larger screen, Barco also unveiled the new 24-inch AL-361 mission display, heralding [...]
United Rotorcraft Solutions to finalize STC for lead acid battery maintainer
Source: United Rotorcraft Solutions, 20 Feb, 10
United Rotorcraft Solutions (URS) expects award of a FAA Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for their Lead Acid Battery Maintainer by March 1, 2010.
The benefits of the URS battery maintainer are automatic switch-mode battery charger; input: 115VAC, output: 24VDC, 2Amp constant current, automatic cut-off and true float.
It can be left on without harming the battery. It [...]
NAC Helicopters gears up for FIFA World Cup
Source: NAC Helicopters, 20 Feb, 10
NAC executive helicopter operations offer an array of VIP helicopter services which includes aircraft slinging, geological surveyance, game work, helicopter filming, vehicle tracking, contract management, advanced helicopter instruction as well as helicopter air charter flights.
We operate our helicopter operations and charters from various destinations around South African so that you are never too far away [...]
Garmin® Announces New Helicopter Products; G500H all-glass, helicopter-specific PFD and MFD
Source: Garmin, 20 Feb, 10
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced the G500H, an all-glass avionics system designed specifically for the VFR Part 27 helicopter market. The G500H is a derivative of the G600 and G500 for the fixed-wing market, yet the G500H has been optimized for rotorcraft and [...]
Blue Sky Network Exhibiting at Heli-Expo 2010
Source: Blue Sky Network, 20 Feb, 10
Blue Sky Network, a leading global provider of GPS tracking and communication solutions for land, sea, and aviation assets, is pleased to confirm it will exhibit at the 2010 Heli-Expo. Taking place from February 20 – 23 in Houston, Texas, the Heli-Expo is the world’s largest tradeshow for the helicopter community. At booth #1316, Blue [...]
Donaldson to Display Rotorcraft Products at Heli-Expo 2010
Source: Donaldson, 20 Feb, 10
Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), will have a strong presence at the upcoming Heli-Expo in Houston, Texas, February 21-23, 2010. Donaldson’s growing breadth of products for rotorcraft operators includes proven engine air and liquid filtration solutions.
During Heli-Expo, Donaldson will display air and liquid filtration products used on a [...]
Guardian Mobility to Exhibit at Heli-Expo 2010
Source: Guardian Mobility, 19 Feb, 10
Guardian Mobility is exhibiting at HAI’s Heli-Expo 2010 in Houston, Texas, from February 21 to 23, in Booth # 3040. Guardian Mobility is looking forward to celebrating its fifth year at Heli-Expo with a special event for customers and partners on the Monday, and with the launch of a new product to be unveiled at [...]
Flightcell International is to launch a new product at Heli-Expo 2010
Source: Flightcell, 19 Feb, 10
Flightcell International is to launch a new product at HELI-EXPO 2010 in Houston, Texas at Booth 2949.
Building on the international success of the DZM and DZM2 Satellite voice and tracking systems comes the DZM2i the worlds first “One Piece” system combining NVG display, full keypad and Iridium voice and data modem in a single lightweight [...]
Sikorsky eyes helicopter deal with Indian Navy
19 Feb, 10
The firm is offering the S-70B through the direct commercial sale route. Simultaneously, the US Air Force has responded to the Indian Navy’s RFP for a $1 billion multi-role helicopter with the Lockheed Martin-Sikorsky MH-60R.
Northrop Grumman’s Fire Scout UAV Demonstrates Critical Resupply Capability
Source: Northrop Grumman, 19 Feb, 10
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE:NOC) has successfully demonstrated that its MQ-8B Vertical Unmanned Aerial System (VUAS) can resupply U.S. or coalition troops deployed on a combat mission.
The company conducted the autonomous proof-of-principle resupply capability during the current Army Expeditionary Warrior Experiment (AEWE) at Fort Benning, Ga. AEWE gives soldiers a first-hand look at emerging technologies and [...]
Baton Rouge Police add Robinson R44
Source: The Advocate, 19 Feb, 10
The Police Department received the four-seat chopper — equipped with technology allowing police to track a fleeing suspect in the dark, a camera and a spotlight — in January
Heli-Lynx to debut new FX variant at Heli-Expo 2010
Source: Heli-Lynx, 19 Feb, 10
Heli-Lynx Helicopters Services Inc. announced today that it will be launching its latest addition to the popular FX series of helicopters. This new variant will have a large impact on the single engine helicopter market.
“With the acceptance and popularity of the FX series of aircraft around the world, we expect to accelerate our market penetration [...]
Donaldson targets 2010 to Certify New Barrier Filters for AW109 Power and Grand, EC135
Source: Donaldson, 19 Feb, 10
Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), continues its leadership in helicopter engine protection solutions, introducing two important new products. Donaldson Aerospace & Defense is developing Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) systems for the AgustaWestland AW109 Power and Grand as well as the Eurocopter EC135. Soon, worldwide operators of these aircraft [...]
Register Update – Australia – 8-14 February 2010
Source: HeliHub.com, 19 Feb, 10
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 [...]
KenJer Industries, the maker of BoltByte tools, to attend Heli-Expo 2010
Source: KenJer Industries, 19 Feb, 10
BoltByte tools are a durable, reusable, and patented solution to storing of hardware and reducing F.O.D. Damage during teardowns and routine maintenance.
Customized bolt patterns fit the MD 500 and 902, S92 and S76, UH60, and AH64.
New products for 2010 include patterns for Rolls Royce 250 engines, AW 109 and 139, and systems designed for storage [...]
UK’s Helicopter Museum to add 360 degree virtual tours to website
Source: The Helicopter Museum, 19 Feb, 10
ONE of the region’s top tourist attractions is geared up to give potential visitors a guided tour – before they even leave home.
The Helicopter Museum, on Locking Moor Road in Weston-Super-Mare, is using the latest technology to provide a 360-degree virtual tour on its website – and the good news is that it hasn’t cost [...]
Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-North America exhibiting at Heli-Expo 2010
Source: Vector Aerospace, 19 Feb, 10
Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-North America (Vector) www.vectoraerospace.com , one of the world’s leading independent providers of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services will once again be exhibiting at Heli-Expo (Booth # 4245) in Houston, Texas.
In the face of a global economic downturn that has affected practically every segment of the aerospace market, Vector has [...]
Donaldson Provides Best Performing Inlet Protection for European Operators
Source: Donaldson, 19 Feb, 10
With the new year, helicopter operators across Europe are choosing Inlet Barrier Filters (IBF) from Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI). IBF solutions protect valuable engine components with the newest, best-performing inlet protection technology available, while allowing maximum performance.
European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification of the Donaldson IBF for [...]
Calgary Gooseneck to Exhibit at Heli-Expo 2010
Source: Calgary Gooseneck, 19 Feb, 10
Calgary Gooseneck Service Ltd. is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting its new, covered flatbed semi-trailer at Helicopter Association International’s Heli-Expo, Feb. 21 to 23 at the George R. Brown Convention Center in Houston, Texas.
The trailer will be found in spaces 57 and 58 of the static display, alongside the many helicopters being [...]
Nancy Lematta Named Chairman of Columbia Helicopters
Source: Columbia Helicopters, 19 Feb, 10
Columbia Helicopters is pleased to announce that the company’s Board of Directors has named Nancy Lematta as Chairman of the Board.
She assumes the role held by her late husband, Wes Lematta, until his passing in December, 2009. Wes Lematta founded Columbia Helicopters in 1957, and served as president and Chairman of the Board until 1992 [...]
Dart to Distribute Bristow Group Helicopter Accessories
Source: DART Helicopter Services, 18 Feb, 10
DART Helicopter Services (DHS) today announced a new distribution agreement with the Bristow Group Inc. As a result, DHS now has access to more than 5,000 cost-effective, mission-enhancing accessories from Bristow. More than 70 of those accessories will be available in the 2010 DHS catalog, and some, such as Iridium Satellite Phones, are available for [...]
South Africa’s East Cape probes 10M Rand air ambulance scam
Source: Citizan, 18 Feb, 10
Investigation focusing on possible collusion between health officials and employees of National Airways
New Zealand’s Heliventures changes ownership
Source: Greymouth Star, 18 Feb, 10
The assets of Heliventures Ltd have been bought by a newly created company Heliventures NZ Ltd, under different ownership
Canadian Heli-Ski Season Swings into Full Gear
Source: Mica Heli Skiing, 18 Feb, 10
Skiers from the around the world are flocking to B.C. in droves as the Canadian winter ski season progresses. During the past week, there have been particularly favorable conditions in and around Revelstoke, British Columbia, an area that is known as a haven for heli-skiers who come here each year to take advantage of the [...]
Sikorsky X2 prototype suffers gearbox snag
Source: The Register, 18 Feb, 10
Sikorsky has suffered technical hitches in development of its X2 multicopter.
Life Flight Network to open new Idaho base in April
Source: Life Flight Network, 18 Feb, 10
Life Flight Network, an air medical provider serving the Pacific Northwest and Intermountain West from nine locations in Idaho, Oregon and Washington, announced today they will be establishing a new base in Lewiston, Idaho. The critical care trained flight crew and their new high performance aircraft are expected to begin offering lifesaving service to the [...]
Goodrich runs 9th annual Rescue Hoist Users Conference before Heli-Expo 2010
Source: Goodrich, 18 Feb, 10
Goodrich Corporation’s (NYSE: GR) Sensors and Integrated Systems business will present its ninth annual Rescue Hoist Users Conference along with a special training session, February 18-20, 2010, immediately prior to the HAI HELI-EXPO(R) trade show in Houston, Texas. The conference will take place at the Hyatt Regency in Houston, and will include operational and technical [...]
Merseyside Police make first arrest using unmanned helicopter
Source: Merseyside Police, 18 Feb, 10
Thermal imaging technology has been used for the first time on the Force’s ‘drone’ or Unmanned Aerial Vehicle (UAV) to make an arrest.
Two men suspected of stealing a Renault Clio in Bootle were tracked by the UAV, which is a remote-controlled aerial camera operated by a police officer on the ground, and after fleeing the [...]
Weber commission stands by exemption to heliski service
Source: Standard, 18 Feb, 10
A mini- debate broke out Tuesday at the Weber County Commission meeting over the legality of granting a temporary zoning exemption to Diamond Peaks Heli-Ski Adventures in Ogden Valley.
Sikorsky awards Cobham contract for CH-53K blades
Source: London Evening Standard, 18 Feb, 10
Defence group Cobham has won a contract to make components for US army helicopters, helping its American expansion plans.
Westchester County Police to host and sponsor TFO and Advanced Thermal Imaging Courses
Source: Westchester County, 18 Feb, 10
The Westchester County PD (NY) will be hosting and sponsoring a Tactical Flight Officer (TFO) Course and an Advanced Thermal Imaging Course the week of March 22, 2010.
The Tactical Flight Officer Course, instructed by Jack Schonely (LAPD), will be Monday – Wednesday (mid-day). The program will start with the Suspect Tactics and Perimeter Containment Course on [...]
Air Comm Introduces Air Conditioner Tool Kits; Offers Special Pricing During Heli-Expo
Source: Air Comm, 18 Feb, 10
For many helicopter operators, warmer weather is just around the corner, and with it comes air conditioner maintenance. Air Comm Corporation is offering special pricing on a new Air Conditioner Servicing Kit designed to streamline the seasonal start-up maintenance process. Regularly priced at $849, kits will be sold for $775 during Heli-Expo 2010, Feb. 21-23. [...]
North Queensland Rescue Helicopter Service may be grounded for good
Source: ABC, 18 Feb, 10
The North Queensland Rescue Helicopter Service was operating a search and rescue service in the region, but in November last year it relinquished its aircraft because it failed to meet State Government guidelines.
Pilot fatigue led to fatal mid-air between two R22s
Source: WA Today, 18 Feb, 10
The two Robinson R22s were reported in HeliHub.com here:-
05-May-09 VH-PHT Robinson R22 Springvale station north of Halls Creek, Australia (1F)
05-May-09 VH-HCB Robinson R22 Springvale station north of Halls Creek, Australia (1F)
Heli-skiing company sues VANOC for losses
Source: The Province, 18 Feb, 10
A heli-skiing company is suing the Vancouver Olympic Committee and the police over restrictive security procedures that it says has resulted in job layoffs and the suspension of operations.
Dart Helicopter Services Unveils Sophisticated New Online Shop
Source: Dart Helicopter Services, 18 Feb, 10
DART Helicopter Services (DHS) today unveiled a web shop with a range of new features and benefits, including 24-hour online ordering for all helicopter parts and accessories. The shop is set up to provide users with customized recommendations for accessories, based on aircraft and product search results, and accommodates customer wish lists.
Visitors may access the [...]
Which Trade Shows Are Effective…and Which Are Not?
Source: BDN Aerospace Marketing, 18 Feb, 10
Despite an overall industry decline, 83 percent of helicopter trade show exhibitors plan to attend the same number or more shows this year — and 70 percent are maintaining or increasing their spending per show.
These findings come from a recent BDN Aerospace Marketing survey about trade show participation and effectiveness.
Full survey results, including rankings of [...]
Air Comm Unveils Sophisticated New Digital Climate Control System
Source: Air Comm, 18 Feb, 10
Air Comm Corporation this week is unveiling a smart technology, digital climate control system for a helicopter. Demonstrations of the system will be ongoing in the Air Comm Exhibit 2817, where representatives will be available to answer questions, throughout Heli-Expo 2010, Feb. 21-23. The first 25 people to visit Air Comm’s booth to test the [...]
Donaldson AW139 Inlet Barrier Filters in High Demand
Source: Donaldson, 18 Feb, 10
Demand continues to climb for Donaldson’s newly certified, high-performance engine Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) for the AgustaWestland AW139 series helicopter. Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), has designed and delivered more than 3,000 barrier filter systems internationally and now adds the AW139, the only available engine protection system of [...]
Uniflight Expands Helicopter Maintenance Operations into the Northeast
Source: Uniflight, 18 Feb, 10
Uniflight, LLC, a leading Bell Helicopter Customer Service Facility (CSF) and American Eurocopter Customer Service Center, has launched new operations to serve fleet operators in the Northeastern United States from its location at Reading Regional Airport (RDG). A division of Uniflight, LLC, the new operations will do business as “Uniflight Northeast.” The location in Reading [...]
Dean Louck’s Enstrom design to feature at Heli-Expo 2010
Source: Dean Loucks, 18 Feb, 10
Pilots looking to make a personal or professional statement with their helicopter, plane-or any other toy–need look no further than the Heli-Expo in Houston. Renowned painter Dean Loucks will display ways to “Bling Your Bird” at the Heli-Expo, February 20-23 as the exemplary paint scheme for this prestigious brand.
When Loucks purchased his own Enstrom 480 [...]
Latitude Technologies and SEI Industries set to display the new Air Tanker Information System
Source: Latitude Technologies, 18 Feb, 10
Latitude Technologies of Victoria, B.C. is pleased to announce that it will exhibit at the upcoming Helicopter Association International Convention in Houston, Texas from February 21 to the 23rd, 2010. On display will be a full range of products and services offered by Latitude including the new IONode 100 supported by the web-based Air Tanker [...]
UNAMID Hails Arrival of Tactical Helicopters from Ethiopia
Source: AllAfrica, 18 Feb, 10
The African Union-United Nations Mission in Darfur (UNAMID) have received five MI-35 tactical helicopters from Ethiopia. The helicopters arrived in Nyala, South Darfur, with 15 pilots and crew members onboard.
Blade Separation Preceded EC135 Crash
Source: AIN, 18 Feb, 10
Incident referred to reported in HeliHub.com here 14-Feb-10 N127TS Eurocopter EC135 Cave Creek, US-Arizona (5F)
FlightSafety introduces heli-specific enhanced Vital X visual system
Source: FlightSafety, 18 Feb, 10
FlightSafety International introduces an enhanced version of its VITAL X Visual System designed specifically for use in helicopter training programs and simulators.
“FlightSafety will be demonstrating the enhanced VITAL X visual system during Heli-Expo 2010 in Houston, Texas from February 21-23. Attendees will be able to view newly created high resolution scenes developed specifically for Emergency [...]
Sikorsky Aircraft Launches Twitter Page
Source: Sikorsky, 18 Feb, 10
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. today launched its own page on the Twitter social media Web site, reaching out to a broader audience to provide information on company news, products and services. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX).
Sikorsky’s new Twitter page can be found by visiting http://twitter.com/SikorskyAircrft
The page also can be accessed via [...]
New Zealand A109LUH makes its first flight
Source: Scoop, 17 Feb, 10
The first of the Royal New Zealand Air Force’s five new A109 helicopters has taken to the air in Italy.
Air Comm Introduces On Demand™ Comprehensive Customer Support Program
Source: Air Comm, 17 Feb, 10
Air Comm Corporation will introduce its Customer Support On Demand™ program to the international helicopter community during Heli-Expo 2010, Feb. 21-23. Visit company representatives in Exhibit 2817.
Air Comm Corp. is a privately held company that develops environmental control systems and provides mission-critical components and engineering solutions for military and commercial aerospace customers.
On Demand features a [...]
Tasmanian premier promises Au$36M over four years for EMS helicopter
Source: ABC, 17 Feb, 10
The Premier David Bartlett and his deputy Lara Giddings yesterday promised $36 million over four years to fund a helicopter for the ambulance service
California’s Mountain Lifeflight back in full operation
Source: Lassen County Times, 17 Feb, 10
Mountain Lifeflight’s newest aircraft, an AStar 350 B3 helicopter, Mountain Lifeflight 5 went into service at 11 a.m. on Sunday, Feb. 7, bringing its first patient to Banner Lassen Medical Center.
Virginia State Police pilot nominated in All-Star contest
Source: America's Most Wanted, 17 Feb, 10
This follows an incident where Aviation Sergeant Don Childs safely landed his Bell 407 after being shot seven times (see HeliHub.com accident report)
India to get 12 VVIP AgustaWestland AW101s in four years
Source: Brahmand, 17 Feb, 10
AgustaWestland said it would be able to deliver the 12 VVIP choppers to the Indian Air Force within four years of signing the contract.
UK military in fresh talks with Boeing and AgustaWestland over Chinook order
Source: This is the West Country, 17 Feb, 10
MP David Laws today welcomed a commitment from Defence Secretary Bob Ainsworth to look at the potential for AgustaWestland to work with Boeing on the new order for 22 Chinook helicopters.
Airborne Law Enforcers Flying High with Donaldson IBFs
Source: Donaldson, 17 Feb, 10
Criminals cringe and citizens cheer the sound of police helicopters overhead, fighting crime from the Arizona skies. Airborne law enforcers from several agencies in that southwestern U.S. state have benefitted from installing high-performance Inlet Barrier Filters (IBFs) designed by Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI). Longtime law enforcement agency [...]
More setbacks in Sikorsky’s delivery of new helicopters to Canadian military
Source: Globe and Mail, 17 Feb, 10
There is one more twist in the seemingly never-ending saga of the replacement of Canada’s Sea King helicopters.
Ka226 in high-altitude tests ahead of Indian Army bid
Source: Press Trust of India, 17 Feb, 10
Russia has brought three of its Kamov-226 light multi-purpose helicopters to join trials in high altitude areas of Jammu and Kashmir for the Indian armed forces’ requirement for 197 such choppers.
“We have brought the Ka-226 helicopters for the high altitude trials that are going on at present. We are competing in the bids against Eurocopter [...]
Azerbaijan’s SW Helicopter Services LLC purchases four Mi-171s
17 Feb, 10
Azerbaijani operator SW Helicopter Services have purchased one VIP and three transport Mi-171 helicopters, produced by JSC Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant
Province of Manitoba commits extra money for Winnipeg Police helicopter
Source: CBC, 17 Feb, 10
The Manitoba government has agreed to pony up extra money to cover any operational cost increases associated with the chopper, according to Winnipeg Mayor Sam Katz, who revealed the latest development to reporters Tuesday afternoon
Read more: http://www.cbc.ca/canada/manitoba/story/2010/02/16/mb-police-helicopter-funding-winnipeg.html#ixzz0flsWk5tq
Bell Helicopter to Hold Heli-Expo Press Conference Feb. 20
Source: Bell, 17 Feb, 10
Bell Helicopter CEO John L. Garrison will brief the media on the world’s newest helicopter, Bell’s 429, as well as the company’s 2009 performance, 2010 plans, current aircraft programs and planned Heli-Expo 2010 activities during a press conference starting at 2:30 p.m. on Saturday, Feb. 20.
The press conference is likely to be the only opportunity [...]
Eurocopter bids for $8 billion in Indian defence contracts
17 Feb, 10
Eurocopter said Tuesday it was bidding for Indian military contracts worth up to eight billion dollars, including a deal scrapped in 2007 after it was awarded to the European helicopter maker.
Ethiopia sends five Helicopters to Darfur peacekeepers
Source: Sudan Tribune, 17 Feb, 10
The Ethiopian government today said that a tactical aviation unit comprising of five helicopters has headed to Sudan’s Darfur region to join the badly-needing African Union and UN peacekeeping operation in Darfur (UNAMID).
Dart Helicopter Services Accelerates Expansion in 2009-2010
Source: Dart Helicopter Services, 17 Feb, 10
DART Helicopter Services (DHS) — now the industry’s No. 1 provider of helicopter accessories — continues to build its product line, partnerships and plans for future growth. Some of its newest products — from moving maps to life rafts in quarter doors — will be on display in Exhibit 1045 during Heli-Expo, Feb. 21-23 in [...]
Eurocopter’s Super Puma/Cougar/EC225 Family reaches 4,000,000 flight hours
Source: Eurocopter, 17 Feb, 10
Eurocopter’s heavy-duty family of helicopters, the AS332 Super Puma/AS532 Cougar and their latest-generation derivatives, the EC225/EC725, have accumulated a total of four million flight hours in service. To date, 740 civil and military variants of this product family are in service with customers around the world, mostly serving in offshore oil and gas services in [...]
Aspen Avionics Announces STC for Bell 206 and 407
Source: Aspen Avionics, 17 Feb, 10
Aspen Avionics, Inc., manufacturer of the award-winning Evolution Flight Display System, announces the approval of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for installation of the Aspen EFD1000H into the Bell 206 and Bell 407 model helicopters. This STC was developed in partnership with Keystone Helicopters.
The EFD1000H is the latest addition to the Evolution Flight Display System. [...]
Pawan Hans to start helicopter services at pilgrimage sites
Source: Business Standard, 17 Feb, 10
Government-owned helicopter company Pawan Hans Helicopters Ltd (PHHL) is looking towards various tourism and pilgrimage destinations across the country to increase its revenue.