Pilot in fatal helicopter crash had meth in system, records show
Source: Tulsa World, 12 Mar, 10
Accident being referred to involved Robinson R22 registered N3234G (HeliHub.com data page for this accident) Press reports at the time showed that the accident date was inconclusive with both 14th and 15th October being quoted by different sources – the wreckage not being found until Friday 16th.
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
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)
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.
Sloane Helicopters order first Robinson R66
Source: Sloane Helicopters, 10 Feb, 10
Following the recent announcement by Robinson Helicopter Company – see HeliHub 8th February 2010 – that they were accepting orders for the new turbine powered Robinson R66, David George, Chairman of Sloane Helicopters Ltd. has confirmed that Sloane have placed their first order for a new Robinson R66
Sloane Helicopters were one of Robinson’s very first [...]
Turkey buzzard ends up on lap of R22 pilot
10 Feb, 10
Appleton said. “I didn’t even see the impact. I had lost sight of him and I just heard a loud boom, and then there I am flying with a turkey buzzard sitting on my lap, on top of my forearm.”
Robinson R66 – deposits being taken
Source: HeliHub.com, 9 Feb, 10
Robinson Helicopter Co seem to have got themselves in a PR pickle today. No press release put out, yet a number of their dealers start to put information out on their own websites to say that the R66 Turbine is now released and you can put a $75K deposit down on one. Try navigating their [...]
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
Chopper pilot smoked dope before September 2007 crash
Source: NT News, 23 Dec, 09
An Australian Transport Safety Bureau investigation said the drug caused “impaired performance of complex tasks such as flying”. The chopper was also overloaded.
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.
Mother of woman killed in helicopter crash files suit
Source: Tahlequah Daily Press, 5 Nov, 09
The mother of a Tahlequah woman killed last month in a helicopter crash has filed suit against the pilot’s estate, his parents and Robinson Helicopter Co. See also our Accident data 15-Oct-09 N3234G Robinson R22 Tahlequah, US-Oklahoma
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.
Rolls-Royce expands RR300 global reach through exclusive distribution agreement with AAR
Source: Rolls-Royce, 24 Sep, 09
Ken Roberts, President of the Rolls-Royce Helicopter Engine business said, “With the turn-key solution AAR will provide, RR300 operators will have 24/7 access to parts and services critical for their day to day operations. As the Rolls-Royce Helicopter business continues to grow, meeting the needs of our customers around the world remains a top priority.”
14-Sep-09 N796SH Robinson R22 El Toro, US-California
14 Sep, 09
14-Sep-09 N796SH Robinson R22 El Toro, US-California
7-Sep-09 N4186Y Robinson R44 Central, US-Alaska
7 Sep, 09
7-Sep-09 N4186Y Robinson R44 Central, US-Alaska