17-Dec-2012Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), and By Kids For Kids Co., an organization that inspires kids to become successful inventors, today awarded an Indiana teenager the Igor Sikorsky Youth Innovator Award for his conceptual design of a circular-shaped medical evacuation helicopter. Ethan Chu , 16, from South Bend, Ind., received a trophy and a $1,000 scholarship... Read more
17-Dec-2012Source: Baum, Hedlund, Aristei & Goldman
Robinson helicopter crash lawyers, Baum, Hedlund, Aristei & Goldman, can report that Robinson Helicopter Company’s R44 fuel tank rebate offer is about to expire. After many low impact post-crash fires, the company announced that it was offering a $1,000 incentive to R44 owners who purchase and install their bladder fuel tank kit by December 31,... Read more
17-Dec-2012Source: EHS
As part of the European Helicopter Show there will be an organized EHS Golf Tournament which will feature in line with the event programme. The golf event will take place on Thursday 9th May 2013, starting 13.00 at Kuneticka Hora about 20 km from Hradec Králové. The golf course at Kuneticka Hora has outstanding facilities such... Read more
17-Dec-2012Source: HFI
Helicopter Foundation International will once again have vintage aircraft on display at the Heritage of Helicopters Display at HELI-EXPO® in Las Vegas, Nevada. Vintage aircraft on display at the show help highlight the importance of early rotorcraft to our industry. We are currently seeking such aircraft and seeking supporting sponsorships. Sponsors at the Heritage of... Read more
13-Dec-2012Source: Russian Helicopters
The Russian-made multi-role coaxial Ka-32A11BC received a certificate of airworthiness in Australia. This certificate allows Australian helicopter operators to use the Ka-32S11BC as a search & rescue and firefighting helicopter as well as for sling load operations and in construction and installation work. The Ка-32А11BC is a unique Russian-made helicopter that is used in more... Read more
13-Dec-2012Source: HeliHub.com
A British registered AgustaWestland AW109S Grand has recently been sold by one British retailer to another. Previously G-CDWY with Mike Ashley’s SportsDirect group, the helicopter is moving further north into Scotland, where it has been bought by Edinburgh Woollen Mill. Part of the sale will be the change of registration of this aircraft – serial... Read more
13-Dec-2012Source: Rep. Jerome Goergen
[Electronic Translation] The Brazilian civil aviation pilots won a historic victory on Tuesday (11), obtained when the party leaders in the House to ensure the removal of the tariff PL 6716/09, amending the Brazilian Aeronautics Code to allow increased participation of foreign capital in airlines from the current 20% to 49%. With this, the proposal... Read more
13-Dec-2012Source: Cornwall Air Ambulance
Cornwall Air Ambulance Trust is very sad to confirm the news of the tragic death of our former Chairman, Mr Harold Chapman. Harold and his wife Pamela, who was also a trustee, had recently emigrated to Australia, to take up their retirement ambition and become reunited with close family members. In the past few days,... Read more
13-Dec-2012Source: Honeywell
Honeywell has received a European Technical Standard Order from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approving the use of its Primus Epic Automatic Dependent Surveillance-Broadcast (ADS-B) Out transponder in Europe. ADS-B Out enables an aircraft to use precise satellite global positioning (GPS) data to accurately pinpoint its position in real time and broadcast this data... Read more
13-Dec-2012Source: Asbury Park Press
A state appeals court has upheld a decision to grant a restricted helistop license to Donald Trump. (see full story)... Read more
13-Dec-2012Source: Soloy
Soloy Aviation Solutions is now a Cobham/S-TEC dealer. “Since our Avionics Services became operational two years ago we have experienced increasing interests from general aviation clients, especially Cessna 206 owners converting to our MKII turbo prop, for Cobham/S-TEC autopilot sales, maintenance and repair,” Dave Stauffer, Soloy’s CEO said. “Adding Cobham to our line of dealerships... Read more
13-Dec-2012Source: Erickson Air-Crane
Erickson Air-Crane, Inc. (EAC), a leading operator and the manufacturer of the powerful heavy-lift helicopter, the Erickson S-64 Aircrane, announced today that it will be presenting at the 2012 Imperial Capital Security Investor Conference in New York City. The presentation is to be held at 1:45 p.m. ET on Thursday, December 13, 2012. Udo Rieder,... Read more
13-Dec-2012Source: Russian Helicopters
Mil Moscow Helicopter Plant, the world-famous designer and developer of helicopters including the Mi-8, Mi-24 and Mi-26 models, today celebrates its 65th anniversary. Distinguished engineer Mikhail Mil in 1947 was appointed head of an experimental design bureau that over time became one of the best helicopter design schools in the world. Today the traditions of... Read more
13-Dec-2012Source: Research and Markets
Research and Markets (http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/4f8l2h/global_civil) has announced the addition of the “Global Civil Helicopter Industry – Strategic Factor Analysis Summary (SFAS) Framework Analysis, Force Field Analysis & Strategic Outlook for 2013” report to their offering. The Report Will Provide & Will Be Useful For: – Including Analysis as Vital Inputs for Internal Strategic Planning & Decision-Making Process – Analysis... Read more
12-Dec-2012Source: FreeFlight Systems
FreeFlight Systems announces immediate availability of its XPLORER receiver, an affordable, high-performance datalink weather receiver with upgradability to full ADS-B In weather and traffic data capabilities when installed with a certified ADS-B Out transmitter. Based on FreeFlight Systems’ certified RANGR family of 978MHz ADS-B systems, XPLORER receives the full ADS-B Flight Information Service Broadcast (FIS-B)... Read more
12-Dec-2012Source: Spectrum Aeromed
Spectrum Aeromed announced today that the company successfully completed all requirements for AS9100 Rev C certification. The highly recognized certification is an aerospace industry standard on quality control and continual process improvement. “We are extremely proud of our team for obtaining the AS9100 Rev C certification,” said Spectrum Aeromed Production Manager Bob Daily. “We have... Read more
12-Dec-2012Source: Eurocopter
Eurocopter has conducted the first flight of its no. 1 series-production EC175, and confirmed the excellent performance of this next-generation multi-role helicopter. The maiden flight occurred last week at Eurocopter’s Marignane, France headquarters facility, with company pilot Augustin Dupuis at the controls. “With this first production series aircraft now airborne, the EC175 helicopter is a... Read more
12-Dec-2012Source: Eurocopter
The fast-paced deliveries of four new EC135s to Skärgårdshavets Helikoptertjänst Ab (SHT) during the fourth quarter of 2012 is enabling this Finnish operator of emergency medical airlift services and air ambulance flights to modernize its helicopter fleet. These rotorcrafts are replacing three older EC135s operated by SHT, bringing its total inventory to five of these... Read more
12-Dec-2012Source: Alaska Dept of Natural Resources
A decision on whether helicopter skiing should be allowed in Kachemak Bay State Park and Kachemak Bay State Wilderness Park has been postponed. The Division of Parks & Outdoor Recreation recently received multiple applications to operate commercial helicopter skiing ventures in the state park and state wilderness park and solicited public comment on whether this... Read more
12-Dec-2012Source: Able Aerospace Services
Able Aerospace Services, a leader in dynamic component repairs, overhauls, and approved replacement part solutions, announced today the availability of a new Bell 206 Main Rotor Strap Fitting and Pin replacement part (PMA). Operators of Bell 206 helicopters can now further reduce operating costs by utilizing these exclusive FAA-certified PMA parts along with other cost-saving... Read more
12-Dec-2012Source: Yorkshire Air Ambulance
The Yorkshire Air Ambulance (YAA) is breaking new ground in the Air Ambulance industry having just become the first Air Ambulance in the UK to apply for and obtain their own Air Operators Certificate (AOC) from scratch. The Yorkshire based charity, which owns and operates two MD 902 Explorers, learned last week that after nearly... Read more
12-Dec-2012
Commissioned into service Monday at Santa Ynez Airport, state-of-the-art Copter 3 is able to provide law enforcement functions as well as aerial firefighting, search and rescue, air ambulance service, and the transport of Special Enforcement Team (SET) members. (see full story) File photo... Read more
12-Dec-2012Source: CHC
Revenue and earnings were up in CHC Helicopter’s fiscal second-quarter 2013, as the company continues to transform itself into the most capable and efficient global helicopter-services operator. CHC’s revenue for the quarter, which ended Oct. 31, increased 6 percent from the same period a year ago, to $447 million. It was the seventh straight quarter... Read more
12-Dec-2012Source: Aero Design
AERO Design Ltd. proudly announces Transport Canada certification of our Replacement Cyclic Friction Assembly for the Bell 206B, 206L Series, and 407, Supplemental Type Certificate SH12-59. The Replacement Cyclic Friction Assembly is a direct replacement for the original knob and shaft assembly used to tighten the cyclic friction. The replacement part removes the typical wear... Read more
12-Dec-2012
Former employee Lisa Kirbie sued Ornge only about six weeks ago, but a spokesman for the EMS operator says the case has now been resolved, though details of the settlement are confidential. (see full story)... Read more
12-Dec-2012Source: Russian Helicopters
Russian Helicopters, part of state defence holding Oboronprom and a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters, announces that it was among the winners in the second New Verst awards, an annual contest organized by Gudok newspaper and Pult Upravleniya magazine to recognize the best annual reports and websites among companies in the transport sector.... Read more
12-Dec-2012Source: MCA
At 4.30am, a doctor on Unst called Shetland Coastguard to ascertain the times of the ferries to the main Island. This was because he was dealing with a woman in labour. After the doctor had spoken with the Scottish ambulance service, ARCC Kinloss tasked the Coastguard Search and Rescue Helicopter Rescue 102. The helicopter was... Read more
12-Dec-2012Source: Garmin
Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced that it will become a component in the S&P 500 index after the close of trading on Tuesday, December 11. “The S&P 500 index is widely recognized as a bellwether of the American equities market and we are honored to be listed among... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: 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
11-Dec-2012Source: HeliHub.com
Britain’s Sloane Helicopters opened its base in Northern Ireland at Enniskillen Airport back in 2007 before the recession hit – and it’s no secret that helicopter operations in Northern Ireland have been hit nearly as badly as those in the country of Ireland to the south. Undaunted by this, Sloane are showing a continued commitment... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: Vanguard
The Managing Director of Aero Contractors Airlines Captain Akin George has resigned, shortly after the announcement of a restructuring exercise of the operator carried out by its owners – the Asset Management Corporation of Nigeria (see full story)... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: DARPA
When a person reaches out to place an object in just the right place, their mind makes a series of judgments requiring vision, stability and careful movement. Trying to do the same thing robotically from a hovering unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) requires several technology advances. A DARPA-funded technology demonstration recently finished a successful testing of... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: Selkirk Tangiers
Another season kicks off at Selkirk Tangiers Heli Skiing! Our guides have been out in the tenure all week, checking on the conditions and doing the final set up as we prepare to open our doors for our 37th year of operations this weekend. Today’s report confirmed 250cm of settled snow at treeline (1800 metres)... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: Helicopter Museum
The Museum has put three models of the unique Fairey Rotodyne compound helicopter on display complementing the only surviving sections of the actual aircraft that are also part of the collection. The new models have been transfered to THM from the Imperial War Museum store at Duxford, Cambridge and are on display for the first... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: CAA
An innovative new lighting system for use on off-shore helidecks has undergone a successful flight inspection by the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA). The new system, developed under a CAA research project and manufactured by Orga BV in the Netherlands, is designed to radically improve visibility for approaching pilots. The first production version of the... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: IHST
The International Helicopter Safety Team (IHST), a worldwide organization leading a multi-year effort to enhance safety and reduce the civil helicopter accident rate, has added Robinson Helicopter Company President Kurt Robinson to its Executive Committee. Kurt Robinson heads the Robinson Helicopter Company, which is the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters. The company of nearly... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today that a Bell 412, owned by Falcon Aviation Services (FAS) of Abu Dhabi, flew along the shore of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) while displaying the world’s largest aerial banner in celebration of UAE’s National Day on December 2. “This is our 5th year of flying... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: European Helicopter Show
European Helicopter Show is pleased to announce the patronage of Mr Přemysl Sobotka, Vice-President of the Senate of Parliament, Czech Republic. The political career of Mr Přemysl Sobotka started in the Velvet Revolution in 1989, where he was a member of the “for-all” Civic Forum and joined the right-wing Civic Democratic Party after its foundation... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: All Metal MS
All Metal Maintenance Stands, a global leader in the development and manufacturing of “safety first” custom maintenance stands, maintenance support equipment, and hangar equipment, is pleased to announce the launch of the company’s Facebook page. The page, www.facebook.com/AllMetalMS, will provide exciting insights and information about All Metal and the aviation maintenance industry. John Buscema, All Metal’s President and... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: DART Helicopter Services
DART Helicopter Services is pleased to announce EASA approval of its A119/AW119MKII Cable Cutters Kit. FAA approval was previously received and Transport Canada approval is pending. The Cable Cutters Kit offered by DART provides a more affordable option compared to other kits on the market. This new approval is a welcome addition to our expanding line... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: Russian Helicopters
Russian Helicopters, part of state defence holding Oboronprom and a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters, announces that it participated in the fifth Helicopter Forum held on 7 December 2012 by the Helicopter Industry Association at the Moscow Aviation Institute Palace of Culture in Moscow. The forum focused on systemic issues affecting the growth... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: CPI Aero
CPI Aerostructures, Inc. (“CPI Aero®”) (NYSE Amex: CVU) announced today that Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), has awarded CPI Aero its Supplier Gold status. UTC’s Supplier Gold program recognizes superior performance in quality, delivery, lean manufacturing and customer satisfaction. CPI Aero has manufactured complex structural assemblies for various models... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: Los Angeles Helicopters
Los Angeles Helicopters, LLC (LAH), a leading helicopter flight training operator, is pleased to announce that they have been awarded a GSA Schedule 874 contract (GS-02F-004AA) and are now certified to provide goods and services to the Federal Government. Federal agencies establish Government-wide contracts to simplify the procurement process. Through the General Services Administration (GSA) Schedules... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: Air Methods
Air Methods Corporation (Nasdaq:AIRM), the global leader in air medical transportation, announced today that its board of directors has declared a special cash dividend of $7.00 per share (on a pre-split basis) on the Company’s common stock, payable on December 28, 2012 to stockholders of record at the close of business on December 20, 2012.... Read more
11-Dec-2012Source: Grand Forks County
On November 27, 2012 the Federal Aviation Administration issued the Grand Forks County (North Dakota) Sheriff’s Department a Certificate of Authorization (COA) permitting the operation of a Draganflyer X6 small unmanned aircraft system (sUAS) within the 16 counties located in northeastern North Dakota. The counties include: Grand Forks, Rolette, Towner, Cavalier, Pembina, Pierce, Benson, Ramsey,... Read more
10-Dec-2012Source: LA Times
John D. Silva was the chief engineer for KTLA-TV in 1958 when he outfitted a helicopter with a TV camera and changed television news coverage forever. (see full story)... Read more
10-Dec-2012Source: RotorWay
RotorWay International is pleased to announce the addition of two new dealers in Colombia, and Australia. RotorWay of Colombia is back! Diego Torres is owner of RotorWay Colombia. Diego has been selling, building and flying RotorWay helicopters for over a decade, and we are happy to have him back. David Donaldson is taking over the... Read more
10-Dec-2012Source: Deaconess Hospital
The Evansville, Indiana, Air Evac Lifeteam base has been selected as the company’s 2012 National Community Service Base of the Year. The Community Service Base of the Year Award is presented to the base in the Air Evac Lifeteam system that has shown outstanding community service in its market area. Lonnie Dardeen, program director for... Read more
10-Dec-2012Source: MEBA
The Middle East Business Aviation (MEBA) event opens its doors in 2 days and the organisers are predicting high numbers of attendees with over 7,000 trade visitors expected. MEBA takes place 11 to 13 December 2012 at Dubai’s Al Maktoum International Airport, Dubai World Central (DWC). MEBA will feature an exhibition of 385 companies inside... Read more
10-Dec-2012Source: CAE
CAE announced today on the eve of the Middle East Business Aviation (MEBA) conference that Robert (Rob) H. Lewis was named Vice President and General Manager of its global Business Aviation, Helicopter and Maintenance Training business unit. The organization combines three complementary business areas in a market-focused alignment. Lewis has a multi-faceted business aviation experience,... Read more
7-Dec-2012Source: HAI
On Dec. 5, Rep. Adam Schiff (D-Calif.) announced plans to take up legislation to regulate low-flying helicopters above residential neighborhoods in Los Angeles, California, saying voluntary controls for “persistent fly-overs” were insufficient. The announcement comes amid longstanding complaints from residents regarding low-flying police and news helicopters. Schiff said he would take up stalled legislation introduced... Read more
7-Dec-2012Source: Research and Markets
Research and Markets has announced the addition of the “Global Helicopter Industry 2012-2017: Trend, Profit, and Forecast Analysis” report to their offering. The global helicopter industry, which experienced good growth in the past five years, is anticipated to continue the same during 2012-2017 and reach an estimated $24.7billion by 2017. The industry is geographically segmented into North... Read more
7-Dec-2012Source: Courier Mail
“I think it’s something the City has been lacking and something that’ll be very, very important and it will be completed in time for the important G20 that’ll be held in Brisbane in November 2014.” said Lord Mayor Graham Quirk (see full story)... Read more
7-Dec-2012Source: 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
7-Dec-2012Source: Milestone Aviation Group
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”) today announced that it intends to offer (the “Offering”) $250 million in aggregate principal amount of its Senior Notes due 2017 (the “Notes”). Milestone intends to use the net proceeds of the Offering to finance the purchase of aircraft and to refinance previously purchased aircraft. The remainder, if any,... Read more
7-Dec-2012Source: HAI
On Dec. 6, HAI hosted the General Services Administration’s (GSA) Interagency Committee for Aviation Policy (ICAP) meeting at the association’s headquarters in Alexandria, Va. HAI Executive Vice President Ed DiCampli took the opportunity to present the outgoing chairperson, Jan Dobbs, the HAI Meritorious Service Award for her distinguished service as the deputy associate administrator of... Read more
6-Dec-2012Source: UTair
UTair Aviation and REGION Leasing, part of the REGION Group, have finalized a financing agreement for the purchase of a Mi-171 helicopter. The delivery will take place in December 2012. UTair and REGION have a long history of successful cooperation on the bond and capital markets. “REGION has acted as an organizer of UTair bond... Read more
6-Dec-2012Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today that National Grid Electricity Transmission Plc has purchased the first Bell 429 to be operated in Great Britain. The aircraft will be used for inspection and maintenance of power lines. “We required a versatile and reliable aircraft to support our mission, which is providing power... Read more
6-Dec-2012Source: Nordic Rotors
HeliAir Film and HeliAir Sweden announced that the two companies have acquired a brand new Cineflex ELITE gyro-stabilized camera system for its filming operations. The Cineflex ELITE integrates the award-winning ARRI Alexa-M Super 35 Digital Cinema camera and the Canon 4K Digital Cinema lenses into a 5-axis gyro-stabilized Cineflex system. “Over the last year we’ve received a... Read more
6-Dec-2012Source: Russian Helicopters
Russian Helicopters, part of state defence holding Oboronprom and a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters, announces that its companies won a number of awards at the inaugural Aviation Builder of the Year competition in Moscow on December 5. Winners included Rosvertol, which manufactures the Mi-28NE Night Hunter attack helicopter [photo] and the super-heavy Mi-26, and was... Read more
6-Dec-2012Source: UTair
December 4 marks the 30 year anniversary of the first all female helicopter crew at Tyumen Civil Aviation, the original airline from which UTair Aviation was born. UTair takes special pride in celebrating this special date in its history and the history of the domestic helicopter industry. The all woman crew, headed by well-known pilot... Read more
6-Dec-2012Source: REACH
This is the press release confirming the story HeliHub.com ran FIVE WEEKS ago! – see California’s REACH sold to AMGH REACH Medical Holdings LLC, parent company of REACH Air Medical Services with headquarters in Santa Rosa, has been wholly acquired by Air Medical Group Holdings, Inc. (AMGH). As of December 5, 2012 REACH joins a... Read more
5-Dec-2012Source: EADS
The EADS Board of Directors and the company’s core shareholders have agreed on a far-reaching change of the company’s shareholding structure and governance. This agreement aims at normalising and simplifying the governance of EADS while securing a shareholding structure that allows France, Germany and Spain to protect their legitimate strategic interests. Subject to customary regulatory... Read more
5-Dec-2012Source: DART Helicopter Services
DART Helicopter Services is pleased to announce their receipt Mexican approval (DGAC) for Vertical Reference Floor Window Kits fitted for AS350 and AS355 series of helicopters. The DART Vertical Reference Floor Window Kits are available in three sizes to fit various operational requirements. You can now look through the floor window with ease for vertical... Read more
5-Dec-2012Source: Oil & Gas UK
Members of Oil & Gas UK’s Board today (Wednesday 5 December) met with senior representatives from Eurocopter in Aberdeen. Eurocopter had been invited to update the group on their investigation into the main bevel gear shaft failures, which led to two ditching incidents earlier in the year. Eurocopter has been carrying out extensive testing of... Read more
5-Dec-2012Source: HeliHub.com
Two new Sikorsky S92 helicopters were registered in the UK yesterday to Bristow Helicopters – G-CHKI (serial 920175) and G-CHMJ (920176). The pair arrived in the UK by airfreight to Prestwick Airport on Sunday in an Antonov An124 freighter, with G-CHMJ making the 180 mile flight to Aberdeen yesterday and G-CHKI expected to follow today. ... Read more
5-Dec-2012Source: Web Manuals Sweden
Web Manuals Sweden AB is proud to announce that HeliAir Sweden has selected Web Manuals for writing and publishing operations manuals. – HeliAir Sweden is one of the most exciting clients we have had join us during 2012 with their wide range of airborne services using complex and challenging technology. We are happy to see... Read more
5-Dec-2012Source: Helihub.com
The first Bell 407GX in the Commonwealth of Independent States has been delivered into the Ukraine. Challenge Aero took delivery this week of UR-CLM, serial 54340 in a blue and white scheme. The helicopter is in a VIP configuration for corporate transport, and was delivered to Challenge by Jet Transfer, the Bell representative in Russia... Read more
5-Dec-2012Source: Absolute
Dave McGrath, a long-time marketing, communications and business development specialist in the aerospace industry announces he has joined forces with leading website development and graphic design firm, Lois Kelly Design Studio to form a new, full-service marketing and communications agency specializing in the aerospace sector. Going forward as Absolute Marketing & Communications (AMC — www.absolutemarketing.ca); the... Read more
5-Dec-2012Source: Thales
At the 2012 Interservice/Industry Training, Simulation and Education Conference (I/ITSEC), Thales is unveiling its latest-generation Reality H helicopter simulator equipped with the all-new, all-electric Hexaline high-fidelity, six-axis linear motion system. Hexaline harnesses the latest technological innovations to bring users major benefits in terms of life cycle cost and usability. Delivering greatly enhanced performance, the new... Read more
5-Dec-2012Source: UTair
The first Robinson R44 helicopter has been delivered to the UTair-Engineering MRO facility in Tyumen for capital repairs. The compete inspection and refitting is expected to take 3 months. In 2012 UTair-Engineering passed the Robinson Helicopter and Russian Aviation Authority MRO performance audits in 2012, qualifying for capital repair operations on R44 helicopters, making UTair-Engineering... Read more
5-Dec-2012Source: AHS
AHS is proud to announce that the complete run of all Vertiflite magazines is now available online in the AHS Online Store! We now have all 60 years of the world’s leading vertical flight technology magazine available online — more than 400 issues! Browse by year or search our comprehensive index of every Vertiflite article ever! All issues are available for download — free for AHS Members! Non-members... Read more
5-Dec-2012Source: HeliHub.com
A new arrival on the British aircraft register yesterday was a new Eurocopter EC135P2e for Devon Air Ambulance. Serial 1080 has recently been completed at the Donauworth factory and is now registered as G-DAAN. This normally signifies arrival in the UK, and the aircraft is currently registered to Eurocopter UK at Oxford,. who are doing... Read more
5-Dec-2012Source: Lord Corp
LORD Corporation, a leader in the management of vibration, noise and motion control, has announced the first recipient of the Distributor of the Year Award for its Aerospace & Defense Business Unit. Announced during the second annual LORD Corporation Aerospace & Defense Global Distribution Sales Meeting in Cary, N.C. on Oct. 3-4, Derco Aerospace was... Read more
5-Dec-2012Source: HFI
Helicopter Foundation International (HFI) has extended the deadline for applications for the Commercial Helicopter Rating, Maintenance Technician Certificate, Michelle North, and Bill Sanderson Aviation Maintenance Technician Scholarships! We will now accept applications until December 31, 2012. This is your opportunity to have some of your education costs paid for. Do not miss out! On July... Read more
