19-Dec-2022Source: HAI
Helicopter Association International (HAI) commends New York Gov. Kathy Hochul (D) for her veto of New York Senate Bill 7493A, known as the “Stop the Chop” bill. In addition to banning nonessential helicopters at New York City’s West 30th Street Heliport, the legislation would have allowed anyone to sue an operator, pilot, flight department, line-service... Read more
19-Dec-2022Source: Aspirus MedEvac
The need for air medical transport is critical for many patients facing life threatening medical situations. To assure ongoing service at the highest level, a new advanced aircraft is joining the Aspirus MedEvac fleet. The twin-engine Airbus H135 helicopter arrived at the MedEvac hangar at Central Wisconsin Airport this week to begin its inauguration into... Read more
19-Dec-2022Source: AIAC
The Aerospace Industries Association of Canada (AIAC) announced Amandeep Kaler, Chief Executive Officer, Avcorp Industries as new Chair of the AIAC Board of Directors and Pierre Pyun, Vice President, Government Affairs, Bombardier as new Vice-Chair of the Board of Directors. Elected at the November Annual General Meeting, Amandeep Kaler succeeds Rich Foster, Chief Executive and... Read more
19-Dec-2022Source: Ornge
Ornge was recognized as one of GTAs Top 100 Employers by Mediacorp Canada Inc. This marks the third consecutive year that Ornge has been included on the GTAs the Top 100 list. Canada’s Top 100 Employers program is a national competition that recognizes employers that lead their industries in offering exceptional workplaces. To be successful,... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: 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
16-Dec-2022Source: Stuff
Two trustees at Auckland Rescue Helicopter Trust (ARHT) have taken legal action to stop a plan to strip the organisation of tens of millions of dollars worth of assets and vest them in a private company instead. See Full Story. ... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: HAI
HAI is urging all New York members to contact Gov. Kathy Hochul’s office immediately to oppose a bill that would allow any person to bring an action against a helicopter owner and operator for creating an “unreasonable level” of noise. Senate Bill S7493A would allow anyone to sue a pilot, flight department, line service personnel,... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: Drone Delivery Canada
Drone Delivery Canada Corp. (TSXV: FLT) (OTC: TAKOF) (Frankfurt: A2AMG) (Frankfurt: ABB.F) (the “Company” or “DDC”) is pleased to provide an update on the successful flight testing of its Condor drone, the largest drone in the Company’s fleet. The Condor is a two-stroke gasoline-powered helicopter drone with a maximum payload of 180 kg, a range of... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: Universal Avionics
Universal Avionics (UA), announces the appointment of Mr. Paul Rose to the U.S. Sales team. Paul Rose is based out of Melbourne, Florida and joins the company as Southeast U.S. Regional Sales Manager supporting our customers and Authorized Dealer and Integrator Network in that region. Paul Rose is a proud United States Air Force Veteran... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: ARSA
On Dec. 8, the FAA and UK CAA issued a joint statement confirming the January 2023 termination of the Special Arrangement for Continuity in Aircraft Certification Projects. “The two-year transition period and this associated Special Arrangement will end on 01 January 2023,” the agencies said. “From that date, the provisions of the Special Arrangement will... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: Air New Zealand
Air New Zealand has announced four world-leading innovators it will be working with on its mission to have its first zero emissions demonstrator flight – either cargo or passenger – take to the skies from 2026. A combination of electric, green hydrogen, and hybrid aircraft, these partners will work alongside Air New Zealand over the coming years to focus... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: NASA
Imagine requesting an air taxi by app, like you do now with Uber or Lyft, to travel to your local airport – you could be soaring above road traffic and arrive much faster than driving. Aviation industry creatives are already designing rideshare air services between home and the airport. New remotely piloted and autonomous aircraft... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: GAMA
The General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) announced the additions of MD Helicopters as a Member; Archer, Overair and Volocopter as Associate Members, and Odys Aviation as an Associate Member EPIC. MD Helicopters is headquartered in Mesa, Arizona, and was founded in 1947. They manufacture high-performance rotorcraft solutions that support operators flying military, commercial, law enforcement, utility... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: EHang
EHang Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: EH) (“EHang” or the “Company”), the world’s leading Autonomous Aerial Vehicle (“AAV”) technology platform company, announced that EH216 AAV has completed its maiden flight by the Spanish National Police (“SNP”) at the National Academy of Police in Ávila, Spain, to initiate its trial operations by SNP in Spain. The public maiden... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: NHS
A clinical trial began on 15 December with Air Ambulance crews carrying ‘whole blood’ instead of separate red blood cells and plasma for the treatment of severely injured patients at risk of bleeding to death. The SWIFT (1) trial is led by NHS Blood and Transplant (NHSBT) and will involve 10 air ambulance charities across the country... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: RECCO
Many Search & Rescue teams in Spain are equipped with handheld RECCO detectors for avalanche rescue, however this is the first time the RECCO SAR Helicopter Detector system is operational in the country of Spain. ”Until now we’ve had the handheld RECCO detector that allowed us to search on foot. With the addition of the RECCO SAR helicopter detector, which is placed under the helicopter, we’ve made an important step forward, allowing search missions to be carried out faster in a wider area. This tool can be... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: AHMEC
The American Helicopter Museum & Education Center (AHMEC) proudly announces a very successful conclusion to its 2022 Toys for Tots campaign. Beginning in October AHMEC participated in the United States Marine Corps Toys for Tots Drive for the second consecutive year. The goal of 120 gifts by December 15 was easily met as the museum... Read more
16-Dec-2022Source: Women in Aviation
Women in Aviation International members and conference attendees will no doubt be inspired with the stellar roster of speakers scheduled for the 34th Annual Women in Aviation International Conference, February 23-25, 2023, at the Long Beach Convention Center in Long Beach, California. “We are excited that our annual three-day gathering, featuring an inspiring group of... Read more
15-Dec-2022Source: GundersenAIR
What started 30 years ago as a modest program born out of the hospital’s need for trauma patients has evolved into a dual-machine operation that’s called on multiple times a day when minutes matter the most. GundersenAIR – called Medlink Air at its inception – began in 1992, and for nearly the entire time, Jeff Hillesland,... Read more
15-Dec-2022Source: Skyfly
Skyfly has chosen Norco to build and manufacture the fuselage, wings and composite components of the Axe aircraft. With the order now placed – Skyfly expects to have the first aircraft built by June 2023 which falls in line with their timelines. Norco boasts 35 years experience as a leading developer of lightweight composite structures... Read more
15-Dec-2022Source: Alpine Aerotech
Alpine Aerotech announced that they have officially received a Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for their newest Bear Paw Kit, compatible with Airbus H125 (AS350/355) Rotorcraft. Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), and European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) STC’s are currently pending. Aerotech provides Maintenance, Repair, and Overhaul services in Western Canada and... Read more
14-Dec-2022Source: Rotor
Rotor’s team of MIT scientists is combining flight control algorithms, computer vision, and satellite communications to create CloudPilot, an operating system that will make aircraft operations safer and easier. Using CloudPilot, a pilot can “teleoperate” a helicopter from anywhere in the world. The system uses commercial Low Earth Orbit satellite constellations such as SpaceX’s StarLink... Read more
14-Dec-2022Source: Enstrom Helicopter
The Enstrom Helicopter Corporation (Enstrom) is excited to announce that it has received FAA Production Certificate No. 26CE. Doug Smith, Enstrom’s VP of Quality Assurance, was on hand to receive the Production Certificate (PC) in person at the Minneapolis MIDO. The PC authorizes Enstrom to manufacture parts for all models of Enstrom helicopters, an important milestone for any... Read more
13-Dec-2022Source: VFS
The Vertical Flight Society, the world’s leading professional society dedicated to advancing vertical flight, is pleased to announced that Airbus’s Serge Germanetti has been selected for the prestigious 2023 Alexander A. Nikolsky Honorary Lectureship. The Lectureship is awarded to “an individual who has a highly distinguished career in vertical flight aircraft research and development and... Read more
13-Dec-2022Source: Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce and Pratt & Whitney have signed a joint agreement with Virginia Tech for pre-competitive research focused on the impact of environmental contaminants on aeroengine operation and testing. The four-year project will leverage Virginia Tech’s research and cross-discipline expertise on engine operation, instrumentation, and geosciences as well as the current research relationships that both Pratt... Read more
13-Dec-2022Source: MD Helicopters
The following is a press release from MD Helicopters where they confirm the story we ran two weeks previously. MD Helicopters, LLC (MDH) is pleased to announce the Atlanta Police Department has signed a USD$10 million purchase agreement for two MD 530F helicopters. Additionally, the department signed an agreement to convert one of its... Read more
13-Dec-2022Source: Polish Medical Air Rescue
In Warsaw, the training of medical personnel from Ukraine began in the field of competence, procedures and organization of the Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS), which is carried out by the Polish Medical Air Rescue. It is an initiative taken by the First Ladies of Poland and Ukraine. The training is a response to the... Read more
13-Dec-2022Source: Urban Movement Labs
Urban Movement Labs, in partnership with the City of Los Angeles, announced the publishing of Integrating Advanced Air Mobility: A Primer For Cities. Electric aircraft are on track to be certified by the Federal Aviation Administration in 2025, which opens a pathway for limited commercial deployment soon thereafter. To understand the AAM landscape and inform future... Read more
12-Dec-2022Source: HeliHub.com
Ahead of any announcement by Airbus Helicopters, the HeliHub research team have been monitoring social media posts about the first Airbus H175 to arrive in Asia for commercial operations. The region is already home to ten H175s, with Hong Kong Government Flying Service fleet of seven SAR examples, and the Royal Thai Police flying a... Read more
12-Dec-2022Source: Columbia Helicopters
Columbia Helicopters announced today that Executive Vice President Michael Tremlett has been named President/CEO effective January 1, 2023, to replace current President/CEO Steve Bandy who is retiring at the end of the year. Mr. Bandy will remain on the Columbia Board of Directors as Vice Chairman to continue to support the Columbia team. Columbia is... Read more
12-Dec-2022Source: Green Deck Operations
Green Deck Operations is both proud and privileged to announce our appointment as an approved Aviation Inspection Body carrying out inspections and certification of large yacht helicopter landing areas on behalf of The Bahamas Maritime Authority (BMA) Green Deck Operations has a long standing, credible reputation in supporting aviation on land and at sea. Now,... Read more
12-Dec-2022Source: Universal Avionics
Universal Avionics (UA), an Elbit Systems company has established repair capabilities for ClearVision™ EVS-5000 in its Tucson, AZ Part 145 Repair Station. The addition of multispectral enhanced vision cameras to the UA Repair Station capability list augments the worldwide support for EVS-5000 and will support its growing North American customer base. ClearVision Enhanced Vision System (EVS) provides superior... Read more
10-Dec-2022Source: ÖAMTC Air Rescue
For 20 years, the Alpin 1 emergency doctor helicopter has been available to the population and guests in the Carinthian Nock area during the winter season. It all started in December 2001 when the Heli Ambulance Team (HAT) built the heliport in Patergassen. Alexander Rassi, Base Manager Alpine 1 “Around 4,500 missions flown prove the success story of the ÖAMTC... Read more
9-Dec-2022Source: Australian Government
The failure of a Robinson R44 helicopter’s clutch shaft due to an undetected fatigue crack led to a loss of control before the helicopter collided with a vehicle, an ATSB investigation report details. The R44 had been conducting aerial spraying operations at a property near Clare, South Australia on 22 December 2020. As the pilot... Read more
9-Dec-2022Source: Eve Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) (NYSE: EVEX; EVEXW) has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with FlyBIS Aviation Limited (“FlyBIS”), an advanced air mobility start-up based in Caxias do Sul, in the south of Brazil, to collaborate on the development of eVTOL operations in Brazil and South America. Based on the agreement, FlyBIS will also purchase up to 40 of Eve’s... Read more
9-Dec-2022Source: Sloane Helicopters
Sloane Helicopters is delighted to announce that Mark Abbey has joined the Company as the Operations Director. Under this role, Mark will oversee all Operational areas of the Company including Maintenance, Part M, Logistics, Flight Operations and Flight Training. Having been the CEO and Regional Director for CHC EMEA before joining Sloane, Mark brings a... Read more
9-Dec-2022Source: Erickson
Erickson Incorporated, a worldwide leading operator, maintainer, and manufacturer of utility aircraft, announces the delivery of the newest S-64 Air Crane® helicopter to their partners at Korea Forest Service (KFS) in South Korea. The aircraft, dubbed “K-9” by Erickson associates, furthers Erickson’s global mission of protecting life and property from wildfires. Over a 20-year relationship with KFS, Erickson has... Read more
9-Dec-2022Source: Sogitec
Sogitec has been notified by Airbus Helicopters of the contract concerning the simulation means for the training of the Guépard crews for the French Army, the French Navy and the French Air Force. With its expertise in Multi-Role Training Device (MRTD), recognized and appreciated by all its users, Sogitec confirms its position as a supplier... Read more
9-Dec-2022Source: Lilium
Lilium N.V. (Nasdaq: LILM) (“Lilium” or the “Company”), developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (“eVTOL”) jet, has released its Third Quarter Business Update. Lilium will host a webcast and conference call to discuss the update today at 8:00 a.m. ET. The details for the webcast, in addition to the Third Quarter Shareholder... Read more
9-Dec-2022Source: Pratt & Whitney Canada
Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC), a business unit of Pratt & Whitney, announced that it is collaborating with American Express (Amex) to provide qualifying customers with a new solution that will allow them to extend payment terms, when buying a new or used P&WC engine. “This new payment solution is part of our growing portfolio... Read more
9-Dec-2022Source: The Japan Times
Japan on Monday lifted its ban on urban drone flights outside visible range over residential areas to allow aerial parcel deliveries and help address the country’s labor shortages amid the graying of the population across the country, particularly in rural areas. See Full Story.... Read more
8-Dec-2022Source: US Dept of Interior
[Further opportunities have been opened up for helicopter support of offshore wind farm as the US Dept of Energy approves five new areas. Two are off Humboldt Bay, close to California’s border with Oregon, and potentially helicopter support could be sited at Humboldt County Airport in McKinleyville. The other three are offshore Ragged Point, with... Read more
8-Dec-2022Source: HeliHub.com
An NYPD detective recently fell from a Bell 429 helicopter after grabbing a rapelling rope that was not correctly secured. The incident happened on a training exercise at the NYPD Academy in Queens on the afternoon of 1st December. The detective Thursday afternoon, and “snapped his leg in half,” police said. A video of the... Read more
8-Dec-2022Source: AUVSI
The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) announced the launch of “Drone Prepared,” a multi-state initiative to help lawmakers ensure that their state or locality is ready for the benefits the future of uncrewed and autonomous flight will bring to their communities. Commercial drone operations are already providing essential services to the American public and... Read more
8-Dec-2022Source: Wisk
Wisk Aero, a leading Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) company and pioneer in autonomous, electric flight, furthers its global leadership in sustainability with the appointment of a new Head of Sustainability and the company’s certification of Net Carbon Zero in New Zealand. Wisk recently appointed Daniela Schaff as the company’s new Head of Sustainability. In this... Read more
8-Dec-2022
Noise levels are a common concern when the public thinks about the anticipated addition of new aircraft, such as air taxis and delivery drones, into the urban airspace. NASA’s Advanced Air Mobility mission is working with private sector developers of electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft to study the levels of noise they make. Moog SureFly is one... Read more
8-Dec-2022Source: IBAC
The International Business Aviation Council (IBAC) and Unmanned Safety Institute (USI) have opened enrollment to the new International Standard for Business Aircraft Operations (IS-BAO) Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) Training course. As part of the RPAS auditor accreditation process, qualified IS-BAO auditors wanting to expand their qualifications within the rapidly growing RPAS segment are required... Read more
8-Dec-2022Source: SkyDrive
SkyDrive Inc. (“SkyDrive”), a leading Japanese eVTOL1 manufacturer, and Pacific Group Co Ltd (“Pacific Group”), a leading renewable energy company and investment promotion with international funds in Vietnam, announced that they have signed an MoU and agreed on a pre-order of 10 of SkyDrive’s “SD-05” and a conditional pre-order option up to 90 flying vehicles.... Read more
8-Dec-2022Source: VPorts
VPorts, the world leader in the design, construction and operation of Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) infrastructure, has announced a historic partnership with the UAE General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and the Mohammed bin Rashid Aerospace Hub (MBRAH) at Dubai South to establish the world’s first AAM integrator world centre in Dubai. Set to establish Dubai... Read more
8-Dec-2022Source: Polk County Sheriff
The Polk County Sheriff’s office has once again partnered with GovDeals, the leading online marketplace for government agencies and educational institutions to sell surplus assets, to offer a 2014 McDonnell Douglas 369E Helicopter for sale. The former law enforcement aircraft is at auction until December 12, 2022. Maintained by Dixie Jet and Rotor Service in Lakeland, Florida, the helicopter has... Read more
7-Dec-2022Source: Falcon Aviation Service
Leading Emirati air charter and sightseeing helicopter tours operator Falcon Aviation Services has ordered five new Airbus H130 helicopters to upgrade its fleet. Under the terms of a deal signed at the MEBAA 2022 show, Falcon Aviation Services will accept the helicopters over the next year for renewal of its fleet used intensively for Falcon Tours sightseeing... Read more
7-Dec-2022Source: Leonardo
Leonardo announced that Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL) has signed a contract to procure six AW139 intermediate twin engine helicopters to support the Second-Generation Search and Rescue Aviation (“UKSAR2G”) programme by the U.K. Maritime and Coastguard Agency (MCA). Aircraft’s deliveries are expected to start in 2023 and to be completed in 2024, joining an existing... Read more
7-Dec-2022Source: Vertical Aerospace
Vertical Aerospace (Vertical) [NYSE: EVTL], a global aerospace and technology company that is pioneering zero-emissions aviation, announces it has further strengthened its executive leadership team with the appointment of David King as Chief Engineer. David joins in February 2023 and will be responsible for the technical development and overall performance of the Vertical’s VX4 electric... Read more
7-Dec-2022Source: Bristow
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL) announced that Elizabeth Matthews has been named Senior Vice President, General Counsel, Head of Government Affairs, and Corporate Secretary, effective December 21, 2022. In this role, she is responsible for legal, compliance, government affairs, and contract review and management. Matthews has over 25 years of legal experience providing counsel across... Read more
7-Dec-2022Source: Eve Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) (NYSE: EVEX; EVEXW) has signed a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Volatus Infrastructure, LLC, to supply a vertiport automation solution that will support traffic management of future electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) vehicles. Eve’s Urban Air Traffic Management (“UATM”) software solution will be used to improve the capacity and efficiency... Read more
7-Dec-2022Source: Slovenia Government
[electronic translation] In the Ministry of the Interior, we strive for the best possible and modernly equipped police force. Today’s signing of the contract for the supply of a new multipurpose transport helicopter is one of the steps in this direction. The contract for the third Leonardo AW169 multipurpose transport helicopter was signed today in the presence... Read more
7-Dec-2022Source: APOA
The FAA Weather Camera Program is an expanding network of cameras designed to make general aviation safer. Pilots, air traffic controllers, and others in the aviation community can use the cameras for preflight planning and making that critical go/no-go decision. As the FAA plans to expand the network throughout the continental United States, the agency... Read more
7-Dec-2022Source: Joby Aviation
Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing all-electric aircraft for commercial passenger service, today announced a partnership with Aviation High School in New York City to prepare the next generation of aircraft maintenance technicians and aerospace leaders for career opportunities created by the electric age of flight. New York’s Aviation High School is a leading... Read more
7-Dec-2022Source: Skyports
Skyports Infrastructure, the market leading Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) infrastructure provider, and Corporación América Airports S.A (CAAP), a leading private airport operator, have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to plan the development and deployment of vertiport infrastructure for electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) operations. Skyports and Corporación América Airports will combine their distinct... Read more
6-Dec-2022
The Helicopter Company (THC), established by the Public Investment Fund (PIF) as the first helicopter services provider licensed to operate commercial flights in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, has signed an HCare In-Service contract to cover its future fleet of six ACH160 helicopters. When delivered, the ACH160s will be deployed across the Kingdom of Saudi... Read more
6-Dec-2022Source: EHang
EHang Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: EH) (“EHang” or the “Company”), the world’s leading autonomous aerial vehicle (“AAV”) technology platform company, today announced that Mr. Nick Ning Yang has been appointed as a new director to the Company’s Board of Directors (the “Board”), effective December 5, 2022. The Board has reviewed and determined that Mr. Yang meets... Read more
6-Dec-2022Source: Swiss Air-Rescue Rega
Between 2024 and 2026, the Swiss Air-Rescue Rega is renewing its entire helicopter fleet and will in future rely on a uniform fleet consisting of 21 rescue helicopters of the latest five-blade version of the H145 type from the manufacturer Airbus Helicopters. Rega had already procured nine H145s with an innovative five-blade rotor in March of... Read more
6-Dec-2022Source: NAFI
George Charles Allen is an experienced aviator, consultant, and educator. At age 1 ½, George was strapped into a Cessna 172 alongside his father in what would be an inauguration to a lifetime of defying the earthly bonds of gravity. By age 5, he took his first formal flight lesson. A short twenty-two years later,... Read more
6-Dec-2022Source: Enterprise Rescue Squad
Enterprise Rescue Squad officially launched its new air ambulance Friday. “This is the next step in our evolution,” said Enterprise Rescue Squad Chief Executive Officer Capt. Anthony Cole as he officially cut the ribbon – with medical scissors – for Enterprise Rescue’s Air 1 air ambulance during a ceremony held Friday morning at the Enterprise... Read more
6-Dec-2022Source: Metro Aviation
Metro Aviation, the world’s largest traditional air medical operator, continues to demonstrate its commitment to safety with the recognition of the company’s “Fully Functional Safety Management System” by the FAA. Metro became an early participant in the FAA’s Safety Management System (SMS) Pilot Project during its initial rollout and was the first operator to... Read more
6-Dec-2022Source: Savback Helicopters
Mayman Aerospace, the US-based manufacturer of the innovative Speeder Air Utility Vehicle (AUV) and Savback Helicopters, the independent helicopter and fixed-wing sales specialist, announced today the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) for the sale and purchase of 25 Speeder units. The agreement positions Savback as the first civilian customer and heralds a new era for... Read more
6-Dec-2022Source: GAMA
The European Commission published their “Drone Strategy 2.0 for a Smart and Sustainable Unmanned Aircraft Eco-System in Europe”. This new strategy sets out the framework and key actions in the European Union to support the development of Unmanned Aircraft and their integration into the European airspace, as well as the deployment of piloted electric Urban... Read more
5-Dec-2022Source: HeliHub.com
The island nation of Antigua and Barbuda in the Caribbean is a very popular tourist destination. Helicopter operator Calvinair was set up by Canadian-born billionaire Calvin Ayre in 2019, and exclusively operates Airbus H130 helicopters. Typical operations include tour flights around Antigua and the volcanic island of Montserrat, and a range of bespoke charters. Calvinair... Read more
5-Dec-2022
Lilium N.V. (NASDAQ: LILM), developer of the first all-electric vertical take-off and landing (“eVTOL”) jet, announced a contract with eVolare, a subsidiary of Volare Aviation, one of the United Kingdom’s largest helicopter and private jet operators. This partnership includes a firm commitment for ten Lilium Pioneer Edition Jets, with an option to reserve an additional... Read more
5-Dec-2022Source: Loft Dynamics
Loft Dynamics AG, creator of the world’s first and only virtual reality (VR) simulator authorized by a major aviation regulator, announced it has re-branded and raised $20M in financing. This is the company’s first institutional round, led by U.S. technology investors Craft Ventures, Sky Dayton, and Up Ventures. The funding will accelerate Loft Dynamics’ growth... Read more
5-Dec-2022Source: Southeast Aerospace
Southeast Aerospace, Inc. (SEA), a leading Aerospace Solutions company, is pleased to welcome Michael Roy as our new Business Development Manager – LATAM. Roy brings over 12 years of experience developing business and selling aviation technology, parts and repair services in the LATAM market. Before joining SEA, Roy led marketing & sales operations at Bose... Read more
5-Dec-2022Source: The National Transportation Safety Board
The National Transportation Safety Board issued urgent recommendations on Friday asking American and Canadian aviation regulators to require both immediate and more frequent inspections of certain components on Bell 407 helicopters. “With hundreds currently in service, the Bell 407 helicopter is a popular model among tour operators, police departments, air ambulance providers, and many others, which is... Read more
5-Dec-2022Source: East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust
Crews from the East of England Ambulance Service NHS Trust (EEAST) and Magpas Air Ambulance received a national award for their efforts in bringing a 13-year-old in cardiac arrest back to life. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak presented the team with the 999 Hero award at the Sun’s Who Cares Win awards at a star-studded ceremony... Read more
5-Dec-2022Source: Yellowhead Helicopters
YHL is expanding its fleet again with two additional BK117 B2 helicopters. The first two BK117s purchased in the Spring were brought into operation by August 2022. YHL Pilots Corey & Peter put C-GBKP, pictured above, through her paces showcasing the helicopter’s features while supporting clients in the Golden Triangle of northwestern BC. With the... Read more
5-Dec-2022Source: First Aviation Services
First Aviation Services Inc. announced that it has acquired Associated Aircraft Manufacturing & Sales, Inc. (“AAMSI”) of Fort Lauderdale, FL. AAMSI, founded in 1953, manufactures a variety of aircraft parts and provides repair and overhaul services for aircraft electronics, avionics, hydraulic and landing gear components. AAMSI has a proven track record supporting the global defense... Read more
