5-Nov-2012Source: R³ Engineering
R³ Engineering LLC (R³E) announces the first ADS-B (Automatic Dependent Surveillance – Broadcast) based, fully autonomous collision avoidance sequence, executed by a sense and avoid system installed on an unmanned aircraft system (UAS). On Friday August 10th, 2012, an AWSAS™ (R³E’s All Weather Sense and Avoid System) installed on a research UAS, with no external command or control... Read more
5-Nov-2012Source: KearneyHub
Good Samaritan Hospital’s AirCare medical transport service is upgrading to a Bell 429 helicopter in mid-November. Pilots from Rodgers Helicopter Services have begun training on the new aircraft at area airports. (see full story)... Read more
5-Nov-2012Source: MIchigan Live
The complaint says the pilot operated the chopper “in a reckless and negligent fashion” etc (see full story)... Read more
4-Nov-2012Source: Professional Aircraft Accessories
Professional Aircraft Accessories, a Greenwich AeroGroup company, has cut the grand re-opening ribbon and welcomed guests in to see their new 20,000 square-foot expansion. The addition brings their total facility size to approximately 60,000 square feet and accommodates the growth of the company’s landing gear service area, accessory shop, instrument and avionics lab as well... Read more
4-Nov-2012Source: HAI
For more than 50 years, HAI has recognized the outstanding achievements and exceptional merits of individuals and organizations through the Salute to Excellence Awards program. The annual Salute to Excellence Awards dinner is the premier event of HELI-EXPO®. The deadline to submit nominations for the 2013 Salute to Excellence Awards, to be celebrated Wed., March 6... Read more
4-Nov-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 monthly, although some are less... Read more
4-Nov-2012Source: HeliHub.com
Aerial application specialists Airbourne Solutions have acquired a second Twin Squirrel from PremiAir Aviation at Blackbushe, taking their fleet to three. The three helicopters involved are N30LG AS355F2 (5065) acquired July 2008 and not flown since (photo above) G-VONG AS355F1 (5323) acquired recently – airworthiness documents expired Feb-12 G-VONK AS355F1 (5325) acquired late 2011 –... Read more
2-Nov-2012Source: HeliHub.com
The controversial move of the Helitech show by Reed Exhibitions from a wide-open airfield to a city-bound exhibition centre has led to the proposed revival of “The Helicopter Show” – originally planned in September this year for Farnborough and later moved to the well-known Formula 1 race circuit at Silverstone. In a brief update on... Read more
2-Nov-2012Source: HeliHub.com
AgustaWestland is taking the GrandNew it delivered to Doctor Heli earlier this year to an EMS event in Japan next week. The 19th Annual Meeting of the Japanese Society for Aeromedical Services will feature demonstration flights of the aircraft. On Friday 9th November, there will also be a presentation under the title of “Doctor-Heli features... Read more
2-Nov-2012Source: SkyTrac Systems
SkyTrac Systems is once again looking forward to attending and exhibiting at the Helicopter Association of Canada (HAC) Conference and Expo, November 5th, 2012 in Calgary, AB. SkyTrac is a proud Associate Member of HAC, and this will be SkyTrac’s 9th year attending the conference. SkyTrac has recently released the ISAT-200A into production, and will be... Read more
2-Nov-2012Source: SkyTrac Systems
SkyTrac Systems will be exhibiting at the Dubai Helishow from November 6-8, 2012 at the Meydan Grand Stand, Dubai, UAE. Kim Bagnall will be at booth J100 to demonstrate industry leading satellite communications solutions which utilize SkyWeb, SkyTrac’s powerful web-based mapping and asset management software. Also available for a demonstration is SkyWeb Mobile for iPhone, Blackberry... Read more
2-Nov-2012Source: Coffs Coast Advocate
“Please don’t take us for granted” is the plea from Westpac Life Saver Rescue Helicopter as it prepares to fly its 7000th mission. (see full story)... Read more
2-Nov-2012Source: HAI
Grant Bell has been named HAI’s new videographer. Grant’s previous work includes a position as an A/V production specialist for the Saylor Foundation and experience as an international multimedia reporter in Urbino, Italy. He also worked as the director of photography on the short film, Writer’s Block, which won an honorable mention at the 2012 BEA Film... Read more
2-Nov-2012Source: Night Vision Awards
The Night Vision Awards selection committee presented its final Night Vision Awards for 2012 at the Air Medical Transport Conference held in Seattle, Washington. “We had a great year for the Night Vision Awards,” said ASU Marketing Director Hannah Gordon. “We had representatives from the Irish Air Corps that came to the show to be... Read more
2-Nov-2012Source: Prince Albert Parkland Health Region
Prince Albert Parkland Health Region maintenance staff will this week begin construction of a temporary helicopter landing pad at the Victoria Hospital, to accommodate flights from the STARS helicopter ambulance service. The helicopter landing pad will be built on the triangle of grassed land just east of the southeast corner of Herb Bassett Home and... Read more
2-Nov-2012Source: Kenya Broadcasting
Kenya Police are considering taking Eurocopter to court. The basis is apparently that the manufacturer supplied a newer AS350B3e model and not the older AS350B3 that the police contracted for. (see full story) see also 10-Jun-12 5Y-CDT Eurocopter AS350B3e Ngong Hills, Kenya (6F)... Read more
2-Nov-2012Source: University of Missouri
The newest helicopter in University Hospital’s Staff for Life fleet went into service Oct. 31 – a McDonnell Douglas MD902 equipped with the latest medical equipment, including in-flight cardiac monitoring, mobile blood testing and ultrasound, as well as state-of-the-art aviation equipment, including night vision and autopilot for the helicopter pilots. The new black-and-gold helicopter was... Read more
2-Nov-2012Source: AAR
AAR has received FAA certification of its new and improved Off Shore Airliner (OSA) interior design for Sikorsky’s S-92® fleet of offshore utility aircraft. In addition to the composite interiors for the Sikorsky S-92 helicopter program, AAR also provides precision machining services for several hundred aircraft. AAR made the announcement from the National Business Aviation... Read more
2-Nov-2012Source: Air Methods
Air Methods Corporation (Nasdaq:AIRM) will report financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2012 after the close of the market on Thursday, November 8, 2012. The Company has scheduled a conference call for Thursday, November 8, 2012 at 4:15 p.m. Eastern to discuss these results. Interested parties can access the call by dialing... Read more
2-Nov-2012Source: CHC
CHC Helicopter (“CHC” or “the Company”) announced today that it has priced a private offering that is exempt from the registration requirements of the Securities Act of 1933, as amended (the “Securities Act”), of an additional US$200 million aggregate principal amount of its 9.250% Senior Secured Notes due 2020 (the “Notes”). Other than with respect... Read more
1-Nov-2012Source: HeliHub.com
China’s largest locally-built unmanned helicopter is now in service in Shandong province, authorities said on Thursday. The mid-sized helicopter has passed all required flight tests and is fully operational, reported Xinhua. The helicopter, with some marked design similarities to the Brantly B2 of the 1950s, has an available load of 80kg, maximum speed of 161kmh... Read more
1-Nov-2012Source: FAA
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced that Israel complies with international safety standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), based on the results of an October FAA review of Israel’s civil aviation authority. Israel is now upgraded to Category 1 from the Category 2 safety rating the country... Read more
1-Nov-2012Source: AMS
Aircraft Maintenance Systems (AMS), a growing software company that supports aircraft operators, component repair shops, MRO and manufactures in their maintenance planning and procedures, has today introduced its Document Manager software. Richard Larue, President of AMS states, “Based on our clients’ response where traceability is very important to their workflow as well as the ability... Read more
1-Nov-2012Source: HeliHub.com
It is with sadness we record the closure yesterday of the helicopter link between the UK mainland and the Scilly Isles, following the sale of Penzance Heliport to a retail supermarket as the site of a future store. Scheduled services began on 1st May 1964 and have continued for forty eight and a half years,... Read more
1-Nov-2012Source: AgustaWestland
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce that its AW101 and AW159 Lynx Wildcat helicopters play star roles in Skyfall, the 23rd James Bond adventure, which had its world premiere in London on 23rd October 2012. Staring Daniel Craig as James Bond, Skyfall sees the AW101 helicopter performing several dramatic sequences in the film.... Read more
1-Nov-2012Source: CAE
The U.S. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) National Simulation has qualified the CAE Bell 412 full-flight simulator (FFS) in Toluca, Mexico to Level D, the highest standard for flight simulation training devices. The simulator was initially approved by Mexico’s Dirección General de Aeronáutica Civil (DGAC). CAE Mexico is Mexico’s first helicopter training facility to use an... Read more
1-Nov-2012Source: Kaman
Kaman Corp. (NYSE:KAMN) today reported financial results for the third quarter ended September 28, 2012. Neal J. Keating, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, stated, “During the third quarter we delivered solid performance in both of our businesses. Aerospace delivered 28.9% sales growth driven by deliveries of over 10,000 Joint Programmable Fuzes (“JPF”) during the... Read more
1-Nov-2012Source: Chicago Tribune
Timothy Swanson faces an investigation into a police helicopter program he began while chief of southwest suburban Countryside in 2005 and then moved to Kankakee County in 2009, records show. (see full story)... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: H+S Aviation
H+S Aviation, a BBA Aviation Engine Repair and Overhaul (ERO) company, has added the new generation General Electric CT7-8 series turboshaft engine to its EASA 145 and FAA approvals list. The CT7-8 is currently in production for Sikorsky S-92 and AgustaWestland AW101 multi-engine helicopters. H+S Aviation now offers full scale support for engine repair, overhaul... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: BBA Aviation
BBA Aviation Engine Repair and Overhaul (ERO) continues to expand its global sales and service team with the recent addition of four personnel in its most active international markets. “Our strategy is to grow with the markets and there has been significant growth throughout Asia Pacific, Africa and Latin America during the past few years,”... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: American Eurocopter
American Eurocopter today announced Brevard County, Florida, has purchased two AS350 B3e helicopters. The aircraft will be utilized for mosquito control, firefighting and herbicide application throughout the county, which is located along Florida’s east coast, replacing an AS350 B3 and two 206Bs currently being used. “We carefully considered our options before making the purchase,” said... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: Bristow Group
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: BRS), a leading provider of helicopter services to the worldwide offshore energy industry, announced today that it had called its outstanding 7½% Senior Notes due 2017 for redemption on October 31, 2012. The face value of the notes is $11.9 million, and the cost to redeem the notes is expected to be approximately $12.3 million. ... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: Find-it Fast Books
Find-it Fast Books now offers eBooks explaining the intricacies of aviation weather and NOTAMs. Pilots can use the search capabilities of bookmarks and hyperlinks to instantly decode contractions, interpret weather charts, and understand inflight weather hazard reports and forecasts. More information is available at www.pilotebooks.com About Find-it Fast Books – For more than 15 years,... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: San Bernardino Sun
Two forces – one with a Robinson R44 (and expanding to R66) and one with a Cessna fixed-wing – to merge aviation operations (see full story)... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: Ledcor Group
Ledcor Air Limited, a member of The Ledcor Group of Companies, announced today that it has entered into a Letter of Intent to acquire Trinity Helicopters Limited, based in Yellowknife, Northwest Territories. “We are hopeful that following a confirmatory due diligence period, a definitive purchase and sale agreement will be concluded. The effective date of... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: AirLink CCT
Kevin Schitoskey, a recognized leader and dedicated clinician in the emergency air medical industry, has joined AirLink CCT in Bend to lead the team as Program Manager. He is committed to ensuring patients and community members are served with the utmost quality of care, by the highest level of medically trained staff, and in the... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: Conklin & de Decker
Conklin & de Decker will host their 13th Annual Aircraft Acquisition and Planning Seminar in Scottsdale, Arizona on December 5-6, 2012 at the Scottsdale Plaza Resort. This seminar was recently certified by the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) to be a Certified Aviation Manager (CAM) accepted program allowing attendees to receive CAM credit for participating... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: Conklin & de Decker
Conklin & de Decker has announced they will offer National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) 2012 Meeting and Convention attendees a special 15% discount on their most popular data products during the three-day convention from October 30th through November 1st, 2012 in Orlando, Florida. The four databases available at a special 15% show discount include the... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: Latitude Technologies
Latitude Technologies announced from the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) annual convention in Florida today the release of an industry-first Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) subscription offer, giving fleet operators the opportunity to dramatically reduce upfront capital cost by opting to deploy Latitude’s new IONode flight data recording and reporting unit and the IONode Analytics software... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: Latitude Technologies
Latitude Technologies Corporation announced that the company will exhibit at the National Business Aviation Association’s (NBAA) annual trade show and convention in Orlando, Florida, October 30-November 1 at booth 4389. Earlier this week Latitude announced they received a Transport Canada AML (Approved Model List) STC for the IONode™ flight data acquisition and reporting device and... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: DART Helicopter Services
DART Helicopter Services (DHS) announces it has moved the manufacturing and repair operations of its external load product line from its Oceanside facility to Red Barn Machine, a business partner of DART located in Eugene, Oregon. In 2008, DART Helicopter Services acquired Canam Aerospace Inc. and moved the manufacturing and repair operations to its facility... Read more
31-Oct-2012Source: HAI
From October 22-24, HAI staff represented the interests of the international helicopter community at the 2012 Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC) at the Washington State Convention Center in Seattle, Wash. AMTC is specifically designed to educate, inform, and to supply up to the minute information on the latest techniques and innovative approaches to emergency medical... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: Mid-Continent Instruments
Mid-Continent Instruments and Avionics introduced an advanced, 2- x 5-inch standby display at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) Meeting and Convention in Orlando, Fla. The MD302 Standby Attitude Module (SAM™) is an entirely self-contained, solid-state instrument that provides attitude, altitude, airspeed and slip information to the pilot during normal operation or in the case... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: JSSI
Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI), the leading provider of hourly cost maintenance programs for the business aviation industry, continues to expand its presence in Asia. After more than 20 years of providing customers around the world with maintenance cost predictability, JSSI has opened its Asian headquarters at the Hong Kong International Airport and put in... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: JSSI
Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI), the leading provider of hourly cost maintenance programs for the business aviation industry, has announced the addition of several new team members that will contribute to its customer centric culture and support future growth. As economic challenges continue to linger throughout the industry, JSSI’s maintenance programs are more important than... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: American Eurocopter
American Eurocopter today announced Speedway Aviation in New Hampshire has placed the first U.S. based order for the new EC145 Mercedes-Benz Style helicopter, featuring an exclusive, special edition package like nothing seen before in the helicopter industry. The aircraft is the result of a collaborative effort between Eurocopter, the world’s leading producer of corporate and... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: SkyBOOKS
SkyBOOKS, Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, and affiliate of Bell Helicopter, announced at the National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) annual meeting and convention the launch of its new finance risk mitigation tool, the Portfolio Risk Manager. The Portfolio Risk Manager allows finance and leasing companies to proactively mitigate and manage portfolio risk while... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: HeliHub.com
Word is reaching the HeliHub.com office that Air Medical Group Holdings have bought REACH Mediplane in California. Air Medical Group Holdings refers to itself as “the largest independent provider of air medical services in the world”, operating through subsidiaries Air Evac Lifeteam, Med-Trans and EagleMed We are expecting a formal press release today, or possibly... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: BASF
Hearing protection is no longer needed thanks to Basotect®, the open-celled melamine foam from BASF: Passengers can leave hearing protection behind when boarding a luxurious version of the Russian Mi 8 helicopter. The helicopter, which is over 25 meters long and is used for passenger transport, has been equipped with an improved sound insulation system... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: Satellit Development
The heliport will be the part of the “Portland” project, which spreads over 19 acres of land Between Saint Petersburg Pulkovo Airport and Beltway and is Managed by Satellit Development . Although the construction has just begun, “Heli-Drive” center has already began professional selection of type, model and necessary configuration of a helicopter from Russian and foreign... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: Kaman
Kaman Corp. (NYSE:KAMN) announced today that it will postpone the release of its third quarter 2012 results. The new release date will be after the stock market closes on Wednesday, October 31, 2012. Management will host a webcast and conference call to discuss the results at 8:30 am ET on Thursday, November 1, 2012. “The... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: Russian Helicopters
Electronic translation from local language Russian helicopter holding “Russian Helicopters” announces the start of the annual competition of design and development “Helicopters of XXI Century” , held in conjunction with the Corporate University of OJSC “UIC” Oboronprom “since 2008. The main purpose of the competition “Helicopters XXI Century” is to attract young people to helicopter construction, formation... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: Russian Helicopters
Electronic translation from local language Russian helicopter holding “Russian Helicopters”, a subsidiary of OPK “Oboronprom” included in the “Rostekhnologii” yesterday with the participation of the administration Lyubertsy district, Moscow region held at the National Centre of helicopter holding company “Russian Helicopters” open house. It was attended by students of schools Lyubertsy district, Moscow region, students of... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: FlightSafety
FlightSafety International is pleased to announce that David Powell has joined the company as Executive Director, Helicopter Business Development. “We are pleased to welcome Dave to the FlightSafety team. He brings more than 25 years of helicopter industry experience, a successful military career, and commitment to excellence in Customer service,” said Steve Gross, Vice President,... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: FlightSafety
FlightSafety International is pleased to announce the introduction of its new Customer Care program. “The Customer Care program exemplifies FlightSafety’s commitment and proven ability to deliver the highest quality training and very best and most complete range of services,” said Bruce Whitman, President & CEO. “We listen and respond to Customer needs in ways that... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: UTair
Key KPI for UTair Group helicopter operations for the first 9 months of 2012 have surpassed results for the same period last year. UTair Group helicopter transport operations logged a total of 126,125 flight hours in the first 9 months of 2012, 21.7% more than for the same reporting period last year. In the same... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: ThrottleNet
ThrottleNet announces they have created a new mobile application for Helicopters Inc. based in Cahokia, Illinois. Helicopters Inc. specializes in the leasing of news gathering helicopters for television and radio stations nationwide. The new mobile app is designed for iPad use by pilots and administrative personnel. It enables pilots to create manifests from any remote... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: Mecaer Aviation Group
Mecaer Aviation Group (MAG) of Borgomanero, Italy, is continuing its recent growth by signing multiple contracts in advance of NBAA, 2012. Exhibiting at the convention in booth 4538, MAG will display a range of its landing gears, including those for the Eclipse E550 very light jet which launched initial production in June of this year... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: Mecaer Aviation Group
Mecaer Aviation Group (MAG), the Italian aircraft interior specialist of Borgomanero, Italy, will display a full-scale mock-up of its new VIP interior for the AgustaWestland AW169 helicopter at this year’s NBAA Annual Meeting and Convention. The VIP interior, which is the creation of the company’s design studio, is available for viewing at MAG’s booth #... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: Microturbo
The test campaign of the Microturbo (Safran group) e-APU60 is progressing successfully towards its forthcoming civil certification. This new concept auxiliary power unit recently completed a 150-hour “block test”. This important milestone confirms the reliability and endurance of this new system. The e-APU60 certification is progressing according to schedule. To date, seven development engines have... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: Thales
Thales has announced that its Reality H helicopter simulator installed at the training centre recently opened by helicopter operator SAF group in Albertville, France, has been granted FTD (Flight Training Device) Level 3 and FFS (Full Flight Simulator) Level B qualification by the French Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC), in accordance with European Aviation Safety Agency... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: AMSTAT
According to AMSTAT, the leading provider of corporate aviation fleet and operator information, the third quarter of 2012 was a mixed bag of results indicating that a broad based business aircraft resale market recovery still remains elusive. In general, inventories continue to contract and transaction activity continues to increase, but the rate of improvement slowed... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: American Eurocopter
American Eurocopter, one of the nation’s leading providers of helicopters for the corporate and VIP market in the U.S., will be showcasing a Lewis Energy EC145 on its booth (#2546) and performing demonstrations with an EC135 and EC155 at this year’s NBAA show October 30-November 1 in Orlando. Lewis Energy utilizes its helicopters for corporate... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: Inventory Locator Service
Inventory Locator Service,® LLC (ILS), the leading supply chain solutions provider in the aviation industry, recently released a mobile-friendly version of their website. The new mobile version of ILSmart provides unprecedented access to the world’s most active aviation marketplace, helping save time for a wide range of ILS clients such as purchasing managers, salespeople, AOG... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: AAG
Associated Aircraft Group (AAG®), the East Coast’s premier executive helicopter service is pleased to announce the addition of a Sikorsky S-76C+™ to its managed fleet. The addition of this helicopter will increase the AAG fleet to a total of nine aircraft. AAG has the largest fleet of Sikorsky S-76C aircraft in the Northeast available for... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: AAG
Associated Aircraft Group (AAG®), the Northeast’s largest premier executive Sikorsky S-76® helicopter service, is proud to announce that it has earned IS-BAO (International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations) Stage 1 Certification, demonstrating its ongoing commitment to safety and its Safety Management System (SMS). AAG is a subsidiary of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: AAG
Associated Aircraft Group (AAG®), the Northeast’s largest premier executive Sikorsky S-76® helicopter service, is pleased to announce a Customer Referral Program for its clients. The new program will allow flight time rewards each time they refer a new client to AAG®. Associated Aircraft Group customers can receive significant rewards for each new referral that results... Read more
30-Oct-2012Source: JSfirm.com
JSfirm.com manager, Jeff Richards, is pleased to announce the release of D.O.M. JOBS. JSfirm.com and D.O.M. Magazine have partnered to integrate the latest real aviation maintenance jobs from JSfirm.com direct to the D.O.M. Magazine website. “We did it again!” said Richards. “D.O.M. Magazine is one of the top resources for news, events, and now jobs for aviation maintenance management... Read more
29-Oct-2012Source: Rockwell Collins
The selection of Pro Line Fusion® integrated avionics for AgustaWestland’s AW609 TiltRotor marks new territory for Rockwell Collins. AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is the first European customer for Pro Line Fusion and the first announced forward-fit application of Rockwell Collins’ touch-control primary flight displays. “This is a very important win for Rockwell Collins as it demonstrates the... Read more
29-Oct-2012Source: Indian Express
Along with training, Pawan Hans Helicopters Limited (PHHL) reportedly has plans to provide helicopter connectivity to nearby destinations. (see full story)... Read more
29-Oct-2012Source: Winnipeg Sun
We understand the importance of the life-saving service that STARS provides and the need for this vital assistance to be available 24/7 (see full story)... Read more
29-Oct-2012Source: Clark School
The innovator behind the rotor blade technology used on the fastest helicopter produced will be inducted into the A. James Clark School of Engineering‘s Innovation Hall of Fame at the University of Maryland, College Park, on Thursday, November 8, 2012, at 4:30 p.m. Ashish Bagai, a Clark School aerospace engineering alumnus, is an aerodynamicist. He was principal engineer at Sikorsky Aircraft... Read more
29-Oct-2012Source: SkyTrac
Sharkey’s Helicopters, a helicopter charter company based out of New Hampshire, has utilized the SkyWeb fleet management system from SkyTrac Systems on all six of its helicopters to provide premium service to VIP charter clients and to add to overall safety. When Sharkey’s charters a helicopter to a VIP customer, they provide a special one-day... Read more
29-Oct-2012Source: AHS
AHS International is deeply disappointed to announce that a new U.S. Army directive has made HELMOT unexecutable. The Directive was signed on October 17, which did not leave sufficient time to develop any alternatives or have a waiver considered. Note that other events, such as the Golf Tournament to benefit USO and the JMR meeting will still be held. If you had... Read more
29-Oct-2012Source: Bristow Group
Bristow Group Inc., the leading provider of helicopter services to the worldwide offshore energy industry, announced today the expiration and final results of the tender offer and consent solicitation (the “Tender Offer and Consent Solicitation”), commenced on September 27, 2012, to purchase any and all of its outstanding 7½% Senior Notes Due 2017 (the “Notes”). The... Read more
