Heliair chosen to operate permanent heliport at Silverstone F1 circuit
Source: F1SA, 24 Feb, 10
Heliair will also run all helicopter operations for event days at Silverstone including the British Grand Prix.
Aspen Avionics and Chippewa Aerospace Partner on Helicopter STCs
Source: Aspen Avionics, 22 Feb, 10
pen Avionics, Inc., manufacturer of the award-winning Evolution Flight Display System, and Chippewa Aerospace, a leading aerospace engineering service firm, announce their partnership to develop a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for installation of the Aspen Evolution EFD1000H Pro Primary Flight Display (PFD), the EFD1000H Multi-Function Display (MFD), and the EFD500H MFD on the Robinson R22 [...]
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
Philippine National Police buy three Robinson R44s
Source: GMA News, 11 Feb, 10
Last Wednesday night, three brand new helicopters touched down on the parade ground of Camp Crame, headquarters of the Philippine National Police.
Simplex recieves PMA for Helipod products
Source: Simplex, 8 Feb, 10
Simplex Manufacturing has announced that it has now received FAA PMA on its newly acquired line of Helipod products, including the new spray system for the Robinson R44 helicopter.
Simplex purchased Helipod International in June of 2009 and successfully transferred all of the FAA and other STC’s during the remainder of 2009. Simplex was awarded PMA [...]
Stewart Island Helicopters takes delivery of R44
Source: NZ Civil Aircraft blog, 4 Feb, 10
Subject helicopter is Robinson R44 Astro ZK-HVQ c/n 0235
Universal Helicopters appointed exclusive helicopter training provider to Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University
Source: Prescott e-News, 30 Jan, 10
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University is pleased to announce its selection of Universal Helicopters (UHI) as the exclusive provider of the Helicopter Flight Training Program to students at the University’s Prescott, Ariz., campus.
21-Jan-10 CC-PSZ Robinson R44 Curimon, Chile
21 Jan, 10
Book Review – “Robbie – The Robinson Helicopter Experience”
Source: Suite 101, 11 Jan, 10
Published in 2008, this is a beautifully produced coffee table type book, with stunning photographs of Robinson R22 and R44 helicopters operating all over the world.
Stratus Helicopters Announces Complete Instrument Training Program
Source: Vertical, 29 Dec, 09
Stratus Helicopters, the premier Helicopter Services and Training Provider in South Western Ohio has announced the availability of a complete Instrument Training Program for those seeking a Helicopter Instrument Rating
Forward Vision EVS Certified On Robinson R44 Helicopter
Source: RotorNews, 20 Nov, 09
Forward Vision Systems, Inc. and One Sky Aviation announced the completion and award of a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for installation of the Company’s “Enhanced Vision System” EVS 100/600 on the R44 Model Robinson Helicopter.
15-Nov-09 G-…. Robinson R44 Shobdon, UK
15 Nov, 09
Dart Announces TC Approval of Tyler’s Side Video Gimbal Support Framework for R44
Source: RotorNews, 6 Nov, 09
DART Helicopter Services is pleased to announce that their affiliated partner Tyler Camera Systems has received Transport Canada approval of their Side Video Gimbal Support Framework for the R44 aircraft model. FAA and EASA approvals have been previously received.
Forward Vision EVS Certified On Robinson R44 Helicopter
Source: AeroNews, 5 Nov, 09
Forward Vision Systems and One Sky Aviation announced the completion and award of an STC for installation of the company’s “Enhanced Vision System” EVS 100/600 on the R44 Model Robinson Helicopter.
Fatal Helicopter Accident Lawsuit Filed Against Robinson Helicopter Co
Source: Aviation-Helicopter Accident Lawyers, 30 Oct, 09
The family of Si Young Lee has filed a wrongful death lawsuit against the three companies allegedly responsible for the August 2, 2007 helicopter accident that killed Mr. Lee and three other occupants when it crashed and erupted into flames in Easton, Washington, setting off a forest fire.
Monterey County says no to sheriff helicopter funding
Source: Monterey Herald, 15 Oct, 09
A bid by Sheriff Mike Kanalakis to get the county to underwrite the purchase of a law enforcement helicopter was grounded Tuesday. Kanalakis was hoping the Board of Supervisors would agree to guarantee about $660,000 in backup funding for a used Robinson R-44 helicopter if a hoped-for federal Homeland Security grant for the purchase doesn’t [...]
Attourneys allege Robinson R44 fuel tank defect
Source: Steattle PI, 13 Oct, 09
The attourney contended that, had the company instead moved to fortify the fuel tank aboard the R44 Astro helicopter or enclose the fuel in a rubber bladder, the victims of the crash would have survived. The alleged flaw, he argued, represents an unnecessary threat to any who board the helicopter, which is among the most [...]
Relatives sue over Lake Tapps R44 accident
Source: News Tribune, 7 Oct, 09
The relatives of a Lake Tapps-area man who died in a helicopter crash three years ago have filed a wrongful-death lawsuit against the aircraft’s manufacturer and some of its suppliers.
Family sues after R44 accident in October 2006
Source: Seattle Times, 5 Oct, 09
The News Tribune of Tacoma reports the surviving children of Russell Lee Tom claim the helicopter he was piloting – a Robinson Helicopter Co. R44 – was poorly designed “defective and unsafe.” Their suit was filed in Pierce County Superior Court on Wednesday.
7-Sep-09 N4186Y Robinson R44 Central, US-Alaska
7 Sep, 09
7-Sep-09 N4186Y Robinson R44 Central, US-Alaska
Helicopter rides a new thrill for Oregon State Fair visitors
Source: KGW, 3 Sep, 09
The helicopter rides, brought in to celebrate Oregon’s sesquicentennial, have been a hit. At $20 a flight, riders get to see the Willamette Valley from 1,000 feet above ground.
3-Sep-09 N8361X Robinson R44 Torrance, US-California
3 Sep, 09
3-Sep-09 N8631X Robinson R44 Torrance, US-California
01-Sep-09 N33PX Robinson R44 Jackson, US-Mississippi (1F)
1 Sep, 09
1-Sep-09 N33PX Robinson R44 Jackson, US-Mississippi
30-Aug-09 N702TF Robinson R44 Atlantic City, US-New Jersey
30 Aug, 09
30-Aug-09 N702TF Robinson R44 Atlantic City, US-New Jersey
Onboard Systems Receives Certifications for Robinson R44 Raven II Pin Load Cell
Source: Onboard Systems, 28 Aug, 09
Onboard Systems, a leading provider of innovative helicopter cargo hook equipment, announced that its latest pin load cell has been STC certified by the FAA and Transport Canada. The pin load cell is part of a new Onboard Weighing System designed for the Robinson R44 Raven II aircraft.
DeSoto County Sheriff adds R44
Source: DeSoto Times, 24 Aug, 09
Things are taking off in one area of the DeSoto County Sheriff’s Department. Within the past month, the department’s Aviation Unit has grown from one to two paid pilots – several more are on a volunteer basis – and added a new piece of equipment that is expected to provide boosts in several ways.
23-Aug-09 CX-HAI Robinson R44 La Calavera de Cabo Polonio, Uruguay
23 Aug, 09
23-Aug-09 CX-HAI Robinson R44 La Calavera de Cabo Polonio, Uruguay
23-Aug-09 D-HWWG Robinson R44 Ellwangen, Germany (4F)
23 Aug, 09
23-Aug-09 D-HWWG Robinson R44 Ellwangen, Germany
21-Aug-09 N Robinson R44 West of Tonopah, US-Nevada
21 Aug, 09
21-Aug-09 N Robinson R44 West of Tonopah, US-Nevada
Helicopter tour service lands on Duluth’s Sky Harbor Airport
Source: Duluth News Tribune, 20 Aug, 09
The Duluth Airport Authority today agreed to enter an agreement enabling Lake Superior Helicopters to begin offering its services from Sky Harbor Airport.
14-Aug-09 F- Robinson R44 Dangé-Saint-Romain, France (2F)
14 Aug, 09
14-Aug-09 F- Robinson R44 Dangé-Saint-Romain, France
04-Aug-09 C-GNYT Robinson R44 Nahanni Butte, NWT, Canada (2F)
4 Aug, 09
4-Aug-09 C-GNYT Robinson R44 Nahanni Butte, NWT, Canada
Optimism buoys new helicopter operator Lake Superior Helicopters
Source: Duluth News Tribune, 27 Jul, 09
24-Jul-09 N645JC Robinson R44 Dunedin, US-Florida
24 Jul, 09
24-Jul-09 N645JC Robinson R44 Dunedin, US-Florida
23-Jul-09 N7189W Robinson R44 Frederick, US-Maryland (4F)
23 Jul, 09
23-Jul-09 N7189W Robinson R44 Frederick, US-Maryland
22-Jul-09 C-FKAJ Robinson R44 Creston, BC, Canada (1F)
22 Jul, 09
22-Jul-09 C-FKAJ Robinson R44 Creston, BC, Canada
20-Jul-09 JA32CT Robinson R44 Tajima, Japan (2F)
20 Jul, 09
20-Jul-09 JA32CT Robinson R44 Tajima, Japan
19-Jul-09 N25VH Robinson R44 Lancaster, US-Pennsylvania
19 Jul, 09
19-Jul-09 N25VH Robinson R44 Lancaster, US-Pennsylvania
Helipro decides not to leave keys in their helicopters
Source: Stuff, 16 Jul, 09
SkyTrac Systems chosen by Bering Pacific Ranches for Flight Following and SatCom
Source: SkyTrac Systems, 15 Jul, 09
14-Jul-09 N244HP Robinson R44 Marysville, US-California
14 Jul, 09
14-Jul-09 N244HP Robinson R44 Marysville, US-California
Irish helicopter crash survivor secures €1m
Source: Irish Times, 10 Jul, 09
Robinson R44 spray gear set for certification in Russia
Source: Aviaport, 7 Jul, 09
HeliAtlantis replaces AS350 with Robinson R44 for Madeira tour flights
Source: Jornalda Madeira, 29 Jun, 09
Veritair launches helicopter pilot training academy
Source: Wales Online, 25 Jun, 09
25-Jun-09 N515DG Robinson R44 Lakeport, US-California
25 Jun, 09
25-Jun-09 N515DG Robinson R44 Lakeport, US-California