9-Feb-2012Source: MSP Aero
MSP Aero is pleased to announce that the Federal Aviation Association (FAA) has recently granted a Supplemental Type Certificate for the Appareo Vision 1000 Flight Data Monitoring (FDM) device on AgustaWestland AW109/119 series rotorcraft. The Vision 1000 is a part of Appareo Systems’ ALERTS family of FDM products. ALERTS – Aircraft Logging and Event Recording... Read more
9-Feb-2012Source: Med-Trans
Two press releases for this story – first from Med-Trans In continuing with the Marion County Board of Commissioners’ effort to provide citizens with outstanding health services, Marion County Fire Rescue, Shands at the University of Florida (a premier Level 1 Trauma Center headed by Frederick Moore, M.D., one of the most recognized national figures... Read more
9-Feb-2012Source: Kaman
 The Kaman Helicopters Division of Kaman Aerospace Corporation, a subsidiary of Kaman Corporation (NASDAQ-GS: KAMN), continues to develop new chapters in its storied history with the unmanned K-MAX®; successes and opportunities in subcontract manufacturing; and rotor blade development and production. Kaman will showcase its products and services in Booth 5222, Hall C, at the Helicopter... Read more
9-Feb-2012Source: Able Aerospace
Officials from Able Aerospace Services and the City of Mesa, Ariz., held a groundbreaking ceremony today to kick off construction of Able’s expansive new on-airport company headquarters. The multi-state celebration is continuing during Heli-Expo 2012 next week in Dallas, Texas, as Able President and CEO Lee Benson and Mesa City Councilwoman Dina Higgins share highlights... Read more
9-Feb-2012Source: Donaldson
Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), has completed another successful year characterized by new products, a new facility, and delivery of its 5,000th Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) system. New this year, at Heli-Expo 2012, in Dallas, Texas, Donaldson will utilize an interactive touch screen application to showcase its rotorcraft products.... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: HeliHub.com
Russian Helicopters have denied the report in RIA Novosti earlier this week, in which they reported a new production line under the name Mi-2A would start in the Hebei Province in NE China later this year. Our reporter Nikolai Vanesev even quoted the amount of money being invested in the project. “No smoke without fire”,... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, announced today that it has received Brazil’s National Civil Aviation Agency’s (ANAC) validation of the U.S. Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the GTN 650 and GTN 750 series touchscreen avionics and GPS antennas. With this validation, the GTN is... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: Air Comm
Air Comm Corporation will celebrate its 25th anniversary with a special event on Monday, Feb. 13, at 2 p.m. in its Heli-Expo Exhibit 9743. The media and show attendees are invited to the celebration. Attendees may enter a drawing for a MacBook Air, and the winner will be announced during the event. Beer, wine, and... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: CHC
The following press release was released by CHC today, following publication of the UK Government press release. However, HeliHub.com was the first aviation press outlet in the world to release this story – five days ago – here. Nick Mair, regional vice president for Western North Sea at CHC Helicopter, was in London for the... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: Bristow Group
The following press release was released by Bristow Group today, following publication of the UK Government press release. However, HeliHub.com was the first aviation press outlet in the world to release this story – five days ago – here. Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: BRS), a leading provider of helicopter services to the offshore energy industry,... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: UK Dept for Transport
The following press release was released by UK Government today. However, HeliHub.com was the first aviation press outlet in the world to release this story – five days ago – here. On 13 July 2011 the Department for Transport commenced a procurement competition for search and rescue helicopter services to replace the existing contracted Maritime... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: AHS
David Renzi, Director of Meetings and Advertising at AHS International, has been recognized by the Event Service Professionals Association (ESPA) as its Meeting Professional of the Year for 2011. David was nominated by the Virginia Beach Convention Center (VBCC) for his work with them in hosting Forum 67, held there on May 3-5, 2011. David is the... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: Trakka Corp
Trakka Corp proudly announces another industry first with its stabilized searchlight for airborne applications. The Trakkabeam® A800, widely known and accepted as the superior searchlight solution for Law Enforcement, SAR, and military missions is now offered with a stabilization option. Platform stabilization greatly reduces flight crew workload by eliminating most of the attitude correction required... Read more
8-Feb-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
8-Feb-2012Source: HAI
National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) Chairman Deborah A.P. Hersman will deliver the keynote address during the HAI annual general membership meeting, Sunday, February 12, 2012, at HELI-EXPO® in Dallas, HAI President Matt Zuccaro has confirmed. “We’re looking forward to hearing Chairman Hersman’s thoughts on how we can continue to improve helicopter safety,†said Zuccaro. “While we’re... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: Donaldson
Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), is pleased to announce that Intermountain Healthcare’s (IHC) Life Flight in Utah has installed and is operating the world’s first AgustaWestland AW109SP Inlet Barrier Filter (IBF) system. Longtime air medical operator IHC Life Flight selected the IBF system to reduce direct engine operating... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: UTair
Electronic translation from Russian original JSC “Airline” UTair »(UTair Aviation) announces the following disqualification of aviation technical equipment: OOO” Russian helicopter company “GALS” and Haven Investments Ltd. The procedure is applied to the disqualification of these organizations due to the fact that these vendors do not fulfill their obligations in transactions with the Airline and... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: HAI
Editor… apart from keeping up with all the news on HeliHub.com of course…………. As you prepare to head to HELI-EXPO 2012 in Dallas, or if you are already there, make a note of the following tips to make your experience easier and more productive. HELI-EXPO 2012 on-site registration opens at 8:00 a.m. on Sat., Feb... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: Aeromaritime
Aeromaritime America/ITP In Support Services is proud to announce our participation with Pratt & Whitney 200 Series engine repair and overhauls in the U.S. ITP in Support Services has been a Designated Overhaul Facility (DOF) for the PW200 Series engines at its Albacete, Spain facility since 2004. Now with its acquisition of AEROMARITIME AMERICA INC... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: United Rotorcraft
United Rotorcraft, an Air Methods Division, is pleased to announce it will unveil a new air ambulance product at HELI-EXPO 2012. Located in booth 8063, United Rotorcraft will unveil the Medical Transport Module (MTM), which is an all inclusive cabinet that attaches to the floor of an aircraft and includes advanced life support systems such... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: Air Comm
Air Comm Corporation, a leader in the design, production and support of the world’s most reliable and efficient environmental control systems for rotorcraft, will present “The Ultimate Guide to Helicopter Environmental Control Systems,†at Heli-Expo 2012 at the Dallas Convention Center in Dallas, Texas, on Sunday, February 12. The presentation, for all rotorcraft owners, operators... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: PZL-Åšwidnik
PZL–Świdnik SA, an AgustaWestland company, and the leading Polish aviation company, has now launched the use of SAP business software across its Swidnik factory to enable it to work more efficiently and further integrate with the other AgustaWestland businesses around the world. Nearly 150 people including representatives from PZL-Świdnik, AgustaWestland, suppliers and staff involved in... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: PZL-Swidnik
Board of PZL – Swidnik, AgustaWestland group of companies, met Feb. 2. affiliated with entrepreneurs in the Eastern Cluster metal and invited to cooperate, through subcontracting and / or partnerships in the production of parts and components for helicopters. Argued that they are interested in co-operation also with a small company, a pro-organic production is an asset. PZL-Swidnik... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: United Rotorcraft
United Rotorcraft is pleased to announce it has recently signed an agreement with Bell Helicopter, headquartered in Fort Worth, Texas, to provide a medical interior kit for a new Bell 429 aircraft. The agreement includes the manufacture of an FAA (STC’d) approved medical EMS interior that will be shipped to Bell Helicopter’s facility in Piney... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: Goodrich
At next week’s Heli-Expo, Goodrich Corporation will showcase advanced helicopter technology that brings real-time information to air crews and lower operating costs to owners along with enhanced safety and rescue systems. Heli-Expo 2012 takes place at the Dallas Convention Center on February 12-14 in Dallas, Texas. Goodrich (booth 4410) will display its HUMS (health and... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: NAASCO
NAASCO will be exhibiting at HELI-EXPO for the 26th straight year, and 2012 will mark the 17th anniversary of the Patented “Mercury Mod” starter generator improvement program. Team NAASCO will be on hand to announce “Mercury Mod-Phase Two” along with the latest FAA approvals and OEM sponsored programs. This next generation Mercury Mod achieves superior... Read more
8-Feb-2012Source: Bristow Group
Bristow Group, the leading provider of helicopter services to the offshore energy industry, today announced that it will be presenting at the 2012 Credit Suisse Energy Summit to be held in Vail, Colorado on February 6 – 10, 2012. Management is scheduled to present on Wednesday, February 8, at 9:25 a.m. Mountain Time (11:25 a.m.... Read more
7-Feb-2012Source: HeliHub.com
UTair is negotiating with a company in Brazil to create a joint venture for providing helicopter services to offshore oil platforms, reports RAI Novosti. Andrey Martirosov, CEO of UTair, is reported as saying that they expect to make a more formal announcement later this year, and they would like to use Eurocopter EC175s on this... Read more
7-Feb-2012Source: Maverick Aviation Group
Home to Mustang Helicopters and Maverick Airlines, the state-of-the-art hangar is complete with a variety of amenities designed to bring comfort to our customers as they await their departure to the spectacular Grand Canyon. High-definition televisions broadcast tips and trivia, a quaint café awaits those customers looking to grab a quick snack or drink before... Read more
7-Feb-2012Source: AIA
The Aerospace Industries Association welcomes House and Senate passage of the conference report on H.R. 658, the “FAA Modernization and Reform Act of 2012.” It is critical to FAA operations and offers stability and predictability to the aviation industry instead of the uncertainty fueled by one short-term extension after another. We have been advocating strongly... Read more
7-Feb-2012Source: North Flight Data Systems
North Flight Data Systems, LLC is pleased to announce they will integrate and certify their Lightweight Aircraft Recording (LARS) system in the Bell Helicopter Textron 407. In cooperation with PHI, Inc. and Rolls-Royce, NORTH FDS will be integrating their voice, video and flight data recording system into the Bell 407 airframe. The system will not... Read more
7-Feb-2012Source: Mid-Continent Instruments
Mid-Continent Instruments announced today the appointment of Mark W. Smith as Quality Assurance Manager. Smith will be responsible for quality control, inspection, maintenance of technical data, and regulatory compliance with federal, state and international agencies at the general aviation instrument, avionics and power management manufacturer and FAA/EASA certified repair facility. “Mark brings an excellent record... Read more
7-Feb-2012Source: Baum, Hedlund, Aristei & Goldman
[ Editor: This press release refers to the faccident –12-Jul-11 N810AG Robinson R66 Girardot Airport, Colombia (2F) ] The aviation accident attorneys at Baum, Hedlund, Aristei & Goldman are representing the families of the two men killed in Robinson Helicopter Company’s first R66 crash which occurred on July 12, 2011 near Flandes, Colombia. Killed in... Read more
7-Feb-2012Source: HAI
The HAI Flight Operations Committee wants YOU at our first “Operator’s Forum.” At the forum, you will get to direct how the meeting develops – onsite and in real time – including what problems the committee begins to address with the FAA. On Mon., Feb 13, 2012, from 8:00 – 10:00 am, in Room C-141... Read more
7-Feb-2012Source: Absolute Fire Solutions
Absolute Fire Solutions (AFS), is pleased to announce that it has reached an agreement to sell the Fast Bucket product line. The sale, which closes March 01 2012, will see the buyer offer and support the complete Fast Bucket product line, including the Fast Fill, Fast Foam and the Fast Cockpit Controller accessories, immediately following... Read more
7-Feb-2012Source: HAI
Come join the discussion on what HAI can do to help you with safety in your organization. What safety resources are you looking for? Pilots, mechanics, instructors and operators, come share your concerns and ideas. We are listening! The HAI HELI-EXPO 2012 Safety Committee Town Hall Meeting will take place Sun., Feb 12, from 10:00... Read more
7-Feb-2012Source: SkyTrac Systems
SkyTrac Systems, the world’s trusted supplier of satcom and flight following systems, is pleased to announce that it will exhibit at Heli-Expo 2012 in Dallas, Texas, February 12th – 14th. Heli-Expo is the world’s largest tradeshow dedicated to the international helicopter community. SkyTrac Systems will launch multiple new products at Heli-Expo, including a sophisticated new... Read more
7-Feb-2012Source: Twirly Birds
Social helicopter pilot group, Twirly Birds has announced the 2012 Les Morris Award Recipient as Mr. Elfan Ap Rees. Mr. Ap Rees is a noted aviation historian, author, pilot and founder of The Helicopter Museum, the world’s largest dedicated collection of military and civil rotorcraft located in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset on the southwest coast of England. ... Read more
7-Feb-2012Source: Becker Avionics
Becker Avionics is pleased to announce the expansion of its sales team with the addition of Floyd Roney, a long-standing member of the aviation and avionics communities. As a new Sales Account Manager and principle member of the Becker Avionics sales team, Floyd will develop and execute a comprehensive sales and marketing strategy to expand... Read more
6-Feb-2012Source: OneIndia
India’s Ministry of Home Affairs has decided to buy six Mi-17V-5 helicopters from Russia to assist its forces engaged in internal security duties, including anti-Naxal operations. The decision came days after the Ministry’s entire fleet of indigenous Dhruv helicopters was grounded following a series of mishaps. (see full story)... Read more
6-Feb-2012Source: Helibras
[Electronic translation] Helibras is opening registrations for a new free course on Aeronautical Industrial Techniques, lasting three months, beginning on March 5. The aim of this new program for people who already have technical training in mechanical, electrical or electronic , is to qualify manpower to the aeronautical market. The course content is structured in three modules, each... Read more
6-Feb-2012Source: Whistler Question
Following a failed inspection of upgrades to the facility in December by Transport Canada, Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) had planned to have the site ready for re-inspection by now. However, the missing piece of equipment that led the site’s failed inspection is still not ready, forcing VCH to push back the completion to sometime in... Read more
6-Feb-2012Source: Trinity Helicopters
Trinity Helicopters is proud to announce the hiring of three new members of their corporate management team: Patrick Doyle, Blaine Ellis and Paul Grech. The hires are a part of the company’s long term strategic growth initiative to provide helicopter services throughout the North. Mr. Doyle will assist Trinity in all corporate and business development... Read more
6-Feb-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
6-Feb-2012Source: Belgian Serbian Business Assoc
According to a notice sent out by the Directorate to the addresses of over 130 local self-governments, municipalities are exempted from fees for the construction and registration of heliports, and their only obligation is to choose the location where a landing area for helicopters can be built. (see full story)... Read more
6-Feb-2012Source: HeliHub.com
While the Mi-2 was a Russian design, only the prototypes first flew in that country. All the other 5,500 aircraft were produced by PZL at their plant in Swidnik, Poland, starting in 1966. Production has now ceased there, although some overhauls are still done – including a current batch for the Polish Air Force. It... Read more
6-Feb-2012Source: HeliHub.com
Precise Flight are being a little coy about it, but they have posted a short teaser video on YouTube, so they can’t be that private…. The logo, as you can see, includes the strap-line “Helicopter Landing Zone Kit” and the video shows ground fixed strobe lighting to assist helipad lighting in everything but daylight hours... Read more
6-Feb-2012Source: ARSA
On Jan. 31, FAA reauthorization conference committee members formally blessed a bipartisan, bicameral agreement authorizing the FAA through fiscal year 2015. The FAA Modernization & Reform Act of 2012 is expected to be approved by the House and Senate and signed by President Obama before the 23rd extension expires on Feb. 17. “ARSA congratulates House... Read more
6-Feb-2012Source: HeliHub.com
The Sunday Times reports that Mark Coombs, CEO of investment manager Ashmore Group plc, is reported as ready to bid for the London Heliport, aka Battersea Heliport. Coombs is said to be in talks with current owner Andrew Davis, who was forced to hand his Von Essen Hotels group over to its bankers after the... Read more
6-Feb-2012Source: HeliHub.com
On 19 January 2012 the Icelandic Coast Guard signed a 12 month lease on a Eurocopter AS332L1 Super Puma. The aircraft was delivered ex Stavangar on 1st February from where it was previously operated by Bristow Norway as LN-OBA – it is now registered TF-SYN and is serial number 2384 – and will be used... Read more
6-Feb-2012Source: Gadsden Times
LifeSaver’s parent Air Methods has upgraded the helicopter at their Rainbow City base to a Bell 407 (see full story). LifeSaver is part of the Omniflight division.... Read more
6-Feb-2012Source: AEA
On Thursday, Feb. 2, more than 70 general aviation industry leaders and regulatory executives concluded a successful 2 ½-day avionics rotorcraft forum at the Aircraft Electronics Association International Headquarters. Participants discussed the challenges and opportunities in the certification and installation of new avionics technologies in the rotorcraft market, and the forum opened the lines of communications between industry and the... Read more
6-Feb-2012Source: Becker Avionics
Westchester County (NY) Police Department recently decided to equip their new Bell 407 patrol helicopter with the Becker Avionics Digital Voice Communication System, the DVCS6100. The aircraft currently is undergoing completion at Bell Helicopter Piney Flats, TN and will deliver in the first half of this year. Westchester County’s aircraft is the fist Bell 407... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: Westfair Online
A senior United Technologies Corp. executive scoffed at any rumors UTC might put Sikorsky on the block, but said UTC could auction off “non-core†units as it scrapes together cash to pay for its pending acquisition of Goodrich (see full story)... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: Helibras
[Electronic translation] The president of Helibras – Helicopters SA of Brazil, Eduardo Marson, was in Belo Horizonte for a meeting with the governor of Minas Gerais, Antonio Anastasia on February 1. [Mr Marson on the left, Mr Anastasia on the right in the photo] During the visit the head of the governor Helibras presented the... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: ASU
Aviation Specialties Unlimited, (ASU) announced today the award winners for the Second Annual Night Vision Awards to be held from 5:30-6:30 p.m. Sunday February 12, at Heli Expo in Dallas. The event is open to Heli Expo attendees and will held at the Dallas Convention Center in Ballroom A2 near the exhibit hall. Travis County... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: Amstat
According to AMSTAT, the leading provider of corporate aviation fleet and operator information, during Q4 of 2011, conditions in the worldwide business aircraft resale market continued to show improvement, although performance was less than consistent across market segments. In Q3 2011 business turbo-prop resale retail transaction activity showed positive growth whereas the business jets took... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: Jetnet
Market Summary – Business Jets and Business Turboprops Pre-owned business aircraft inventories continued to decline in December, but asking prices—especially for jets—are still dropping. Business jet inventory in December stood at 13.8% of the in-service fleet, down 1.0% from a year ago. For the year 2011, jet sale transactions increased by 7.0%. However, average asking... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: AHSAFA
“With near record lows in rainfall, combined with record high temperatures in much of California in December–plus ongoing dry conditions throughout much of the Southwest–the aerial firefighters are preparing for an earlier than normal deployment of assets, given the prevailing high fire dangers, especially in those parts of the country,” said Tom Eversole, Executive Director... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: Our Colorado News
Sky Ridge officials celebrated the unveiling of a 6,300-square-foot helicopter hangar that is expected to help improve response time and provide a few comforts of home for the team on duty. AirLife medical personnel have been staying in a mobile trailer on the south end of the hospital’s property. It housed the crew, but did... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: ABC
Mick Wilson, 41, was being winched to an injured canyoner at Carrington Falls on December 24 when the cable was cut and the paramedic fell to his death. The Australian Transport Safety Bureau says it has completed examinations into the helicopter and winch and found that neither could have contributed to the accident. (see full... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: Program Executive Office
The Product Office for the AH-64D Longbow Apache Block III (AB3) conducted a demonstration of a new capability that will enable collective Manned-Unmanned Teaming training using a manned helicopter. The demo was held on the campus of University of Alabama-Huntsville on Feb. 2. The AB3 National Airspace Trainer was demonstrated to the Program Executive Office... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: HeliHub.com
Last Wednesday, Cornwall Air Ambulance landed their Eurocopter EC135 at their new base, made feasible by an investment of £949,760 from ERDF (European Regional Development Fund) Convergence. The air ambulance crew, led by Captain Peter McLelland and joined by paramedics Neil Lentern and Scott Marshall, flew in at 12.30pm. They were met by the team... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: Cardinal Helicopter Services
Cardinal Helicopter Services celebrates its first anniversary in February after a busy year including over 141 flights to date, a new heliport opening at City Airport & Heliport and even helping Father Christmas give his reindeers a day off to pick up Christmas letters from school-children in the North West. Over the year, all the flights have... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: National Express
National Express Group, a leading bus, coach and rail transport provider, is delighted to have launched a £25,000 annual sponsorship of London’s Air Ambulance yesterday. Commenting on the sponsorship, Charity Director, David Oakley said: “London’s Air Ambulance relies heavily upon corporate support and donations from the public to ensure the continued provision of this life-saving service. ... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: Renaissance Capital
Erickson Air-Crane, which manufactures S-64 heavy-lift helicopters for government and commercial use, postponed its IPO on Wednesday. The Portland, OR-based company, which had been on the calendar for next week, booked $147.3 million in sales for the 12 months ended 9/30/11. Stifel Nicolaus Weisel was set to be the lead underwriter on the deal.... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: Global Winnipeg
Global Winnipeg has the only Television News Helicopter in Winnipeg and we want your help in naming it. Prize: A tour over Winnipeg in the Global Winnipeg News Helicopter and a meet and greet with Eva Kovacs and “bragging rights” on having named our Helicopter. Our News Helicopter will give viewers breaking news and traffic... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: Lufthansa Technical Training
Lufthansa Technical Training’s new, web-based training program (WBT) for helicopter training is now available. The English-language program is based on the latest technological standards and follows successful learning approaches. Divided into 16 units, all the helicopter basics are imparted lucidly over approximately 55 hours. The WBT satisfies the requirements of the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) regarding... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: Becker Avionics
Becker Avionics is pleased to announce that it will be exhibiting at HELI-EXPO 2012 in Dallas, Texas, from Feb. 12-14. HELI-EXPO is the world’s largest tradeshow dedicated to the international rotorcraft industry. Becker Avionics Inc. will showcase the latest communications, navigation, surveillance and search & rescue equipment for airborne and ground applications. Markus Schmitz, President... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: Helijet
Richmond’s Helijet International celebrated its two millionth passenger on Thursday, a major industry milestone the scheduled helicopter carrier has achieved after 25 years in business and flying more than 22 million kilometres. The milestone passenger, Godfrey D. Archbold, President and CEO, Land Title and Survey Authority of British Columbia, arrived at the Vancouver Harbour terminal... Read more
5-Feb-2012Source: University of Miami
The University of Miami’s Rosenstiel School of Marine & Atmospheric Science announced that it has received a challenge grant for $700,000 from the Miami-based Batchelor Foundation to support its exploration research efforts. The funds will be applied toward the acquisition of a helicopter outfitted with a suite of scientific equipment that will serve as the... Read more
5-Feb-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
5-Feb-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
4-Feb-2012Source: HeliHub.com
The first Sikorsky S92 for the Irish Coast Guard has arrived in Ireland, arriving Sunday evening at Shannon Airport under darkness and a ceremony was held Monday to mark its arrival. The aircraft had been shipped into the British port of Southampton, then flown from there to CHC’s base at Lee-on-Solent for fuel prior to its... Read more
4-Feb-2012Source: Q5 Systems
With customers across the globe and an established name in the aviation industry, Q5 Systems is proud to release their latest version of SMS software which has further evolved to meet the needs of its users. John Lukins, partner and owner says “Version 7.0 boasts several significant enhancements to the way the software can be... Read more
