13-Apr-2011Source: FAA
The U.S. Department of Transportation’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) today announced that Barbados does not comply with international safety standards set by the International Civil Aviation Organization (ICAO), based on an assessment of Barbados’ civil aviation authority As a result, the FAA has assigned Barbados an International Aviation Safety Assessment (IASA) Category 2 rating. With... Read more
13-Apr-2011Source: Securus Escrow
Securus Escrow Ltd, the independent service that handles escrow accounts on behalf of international aviation buyers and sellers, is experiencing a growing number of enquiries from the international business aviation market. “We’ve seen a rise in demand covering a variety of aviation sectors including aircraft brokers, engine repairs, helicopter sales and even training schools,†said... Read more
13-Apr-2011Source: Van Horn Aviation
Rotor blade manufacturer Van Horn Aviation (VHA) successfully completed a series of ground and flight tests of its composite MD 500 main rotor blades during a four-hour test session at the MD Helicopters Inc. (MDHI) facility in Mesa, Arizona aboard a MD 530F® test aircraft. According to VHA president James R. Van Horn, the April... Read more
13-Apr-2011Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. and Lindbergh Electric Aircraft Prize (LEAP) organization representatives will announce details of a joint initiative that continues the historic relationship between the Sikorsky and Lindbergh namesakes, during a press conference Thursday at the AERO Friedrichshafen air show in Friedrichshafen, Germany. Sergei Sikorsky (photo), son of company founder Igor Sikorsky, is among the... Read more
13-Apr-2011
The high-profile presence of Eurocopter at this week’s LAAD Defense & Security 2011 exhibition in Rio de Janeiro is focused on the growing importance of its Helibras affiliate in the manufacture, assembly, modernization and mission-outfitting of the company’s rotary-wing aircraft for Brazil and the Latin American marketplace. Among the helicopters spotlighted on Helibras’ exhibit (#G-30,... Read more
13-Apr-2011Source: Canadian Helicopters
Canadian Helicopters Group Inc. (TSX: CHL.A, CHL.B), the largest helicopter transportation services company operating in Canada, announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary Canadian Helicopters Limited (“CHLâ€) has entered into a sale and purchase agreement to acquire the assets of Helicopters (N.Z.) Limited, including the shares of Helicopters (Australia) Pty Ltd and other active subsidiary companies,... Read more
13-Apr-2011
Water taxying on floats, turned sideways and fell onto its side... Read more
12-Apr-2011Source: Forbes
Quote from the Forbes article about the owner of MD Helicopters states:- “We’ve uncovered dozens of complaints against Tilton and her firm, just by searching databases for the federal and New York State Supreme court systems alone”... Read more
12-Apr-2011Source: Air Methods
Air Methods Corporation announced the appointment of Chris Bassett as its new Director of Operations. Effective immediately, Mr. Bassett assumes responsibility for leading the company’s flight operations efforts to ensure aviation regulatory compliance and safe operations among the company’s 237 bases and 1,000 pilots. Mr. Bassett reports directly to the Chief Operating Officer (COO) and... Read more
12-Apr-2011Source: Maverick Helicopters
The latest sightseeing excursion from Maverick Helicopters will give Las Vegas visitors a daytime view of the world-famous Las Vegas Strip, as well as scenic surrounding desert and mountain areas. This newest expedition, Vegas Voyage, debuts today, Monday, April 11, 2011 and departs daily from Maverick Helicopters’ main termina, 6075 Las Vegas Boulevard South. “We... Read more
12-Apr-2011Source: Grey Owl Aviation Consultants
Grey Owl Aviation Consultants Inc. is offering two Human Factors Workshops during May in Titusville, Fla. Human Factors – Phase I. May 18-19, 2011 Objective To equip aviation maintenance technicians, supervisors and managers with the skills necessary to enhance safety, teamwork and efficiency in the workplace, and therefore, reduce aircraft maintenance errors. This workshop is... Read more
12-Apr-2011Source: Donaldson
Donaldson Aerospace & Defense, a division of Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE: DCI), is helping the Air Operations Section of the Los Angeles City Fire Department (LAFD) meet the Department’s creed, “serving with courage, integrity and pride.†Donaldson has provided Inlet Barrier Filters (IBFs) for the Section’s newest in-service rotorcraft, two AgustaWestland 139 twin-engine medium helicopters.... Read more
12-Apr-2011Source: Cambridge Airport
Cambridge Airport will be bolstering the full time presence of the East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) service when a new, dedicated operations centre is officially opened on 19 April 2011. The “Archie Morson Centre†has been equipped and decorated courtesy of The Marshall Group, and will be at the heart of all EAAA operations in... Read more
12-Apr-2011Source: Ryan Aerospace
Managing Director of Ryan Aerospace (Australia), Chris Ryan said he was delighted to receive news yesterday that the he had been nominated as a finalist in the prestigious Endeavour Awards hosted by Manufacturers’ Monthly. The Helimod Helicopter Simulator is a finalist in the following categories: Technology Application of the Year; and Industrial Product of the Year. Winners... Read more
12-Apr-2011Source: HeliHub.com
HeliHub.com recently reported that New Hanover County Sheriff had chosen to terminate their own air law enforcement program, and put their R44 up for auction on GovDeals.com, which closed yesterday at $425K – it was bought in 2008 for $690K. New Hanover County is putting $300K into the SABLE program – joining the Wilmington and... Read more
12-Apr-2011Source: Boeing
The Boeing Company (NYSE:Â BA) was recognized on Tuesday night with a Diversity Council Honors Awardâ„¢ for outstanding effectiveness and achievements in diversity and inclusion in the workplace. “Boeing’s commitment to diversity means providing a work environment that’s welcoming, respectful and engaging, where every individual sees the opportunity to contribute to his or her fullest potential,”... Read more
11-Apr-2011Source: Concorde Battery Corp
Concorde Battery Corporation has released a new Parasitic Load Tester (PLT) to measure the parasitic load/drain on aircraft batteries when the master switch is off and the aircraft is inactive. The tester is designed to mate with a MS3509 style quick disconnect receptacle. This innovative PLT was conceived and engineered in response to concerns in... Read more
11-Apr-2011Source: 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
11-Apr-2011Source: Skyline DFW
Dallas and Fort Worth trade show display and event marketing company, Skyline DFW Exhibits & Events (http://www.dfwexhibits.com) was flying high at Heli-Expo 2011 in Orlando, representing 9 premier clients at the industry’s largest tradeshow dedicated to the international helicopter community. According to the Helicopter Association International, this year’s show broke records with approximately 20,000 people in... Read more
11-Apr-2011Source: Physorg
Research from Ed Smith, professor of aerospace engineering and director of the Penn State Rotorcraft Center of Excellence... Read more
11-Apr-2011Source: 10 News
On March 9, Billy Ortiz was filming home video while hiking in El Monte Park as the helicopter crew performing survey activities for SDG&E’s massive Sunrise Powerlink project flew overhead... Read more
11-Apr-2011
B206 crashed in the town square of Dataran Sibu, just opposite a hotel where Deputy Prime Minister Tan Sri Muhyiddin Yassin is due to attend a function. Sole occupant pilot Sahimi Razali died later in hospital from his injuries... Read more
10-Apr-2011
Destroyed in hard landing (per FAA), but “There was only moderate damage to the aircraft and no damage to the runway or any impact on our commercial operations,†according to airport director Heath Allen.... Read more
10-Apr-2011
Engine Oil Hot Light illuminated, engine shut down and a run on landing was performed without further incident... Read more
10-Apr-2011
Tail struck ground on take-off... Read more
10-Apr-2011
Following the tail strike on 10 April, the helicopter landed in a river and the airframe is partially submerged. The pilot and all 4 passengers exited safely and uninjured from the aircraft... Read more
8-Apr-2011Source: HeliHub.com
The Turkish Security General Directorate intends to broaden its fleet with ten new helicopters, specifically stating a need to better track suspected criminals and intervening in incidents that could erupt during mass demonstrations. Reports state that they are finding their current MD600 fleet “insufficient in most cases” citing “performance problems, particularly in high temperatures and... Read more
8-Apr-2011Source: ASU
Aviation Specialties Unlimited, (ASU) announced that they will host an afternoon mixer from 4-6 p.m., Thursday, July 21 at the convention hall, and present the night vision awards in New Orleans at the Airborne Law Enforcement Association (ALEA) 41st annual conference. Drinks and light appetizers will be served. “ALEA annual conference is a unique event... Read more
8-Apr-2011Source: Advantage Aviation Technologies
Advantage Aviation Technologies (AAT) of Cleburne Texas has announced an innovative repair that will save American Eurocopter operators and repair facilities thousands of dollars on what once was a needless expense. Up till now if an Oil or Hydraulic Tanks sight glass became broken, the entire tank was scraped. Not anymore! AAT has developed a... Read more
8-Apr-2011Source: Columbia Helicopters
Columbia Helicopters (CHI), a 26-year operator of the Model 234 aircraft (the civilian version of the CH47 Chinook), has broken ground for the expansion of its T55 engine maintenance capabilities to include a T55-714 engine test cell. The test cell is located at the company’s maintenance headquarters at Aurora, Oregon. This expansion will add T55-714... Read more
8-Apr-2011Source: Spirit AeroSystems
Spirit AeroSystems Holdings, Inc. (NYSE:Â SPR) (the “Company”) today announced that it intends to commence a public secondary offering of 10,307,375 shares of class A common stock. The Company will not receive any proceeds from the offering. The shares are being offered primarily by affiliates of Onex Corporation (“Onex”) and members of management of the Company.... Read more
8-Apr-2011Source: US Justice Dept
The Justice Department today announced that it has filed a lawsuit alleging that Air Methods Corp. and LifeMed Alaska LLC willfully violated the Uniformed Services Employment and Reemployment Rights Act of 1994 (USERRA) by discriminating against and failing to reemploy Chief Warrant Officer Third Class Jonathon L. Goodwin of Wasilla, Alaska.  The suit was filed in... Read more
8-Apr-2011Source: HeliHub.com
French newspaper Le Figaro yesterday reported that Eurocopter has secured French Government funding for the development of its new 4-tonne X4 model. With 550 million euros promised, the multi-national manufacturer and its partners will also develop an ambitious program in technology including engines, avionics, rotor blades, fuselage and so on. The four tonne market is... Read more
8-Apr-2011Source: AgustaWestland
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce that VTB Leasing has taken delivery of its AW139 medium twin helicopter. This aircraft will be used to perform corporate and passenger transport missions in the region of Moscow. The event marks the delivery of the first AW139 sold in the Russian helicopter market where a total... Read more
8-Apr-2011
Pilot Retoreto Seriba Marcelo, 39, and passenger Adrian Rodriguez, 54, were killed in the accident.... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: Royal Air Force
RAF Linton-on-Ouse hosted the Yorkshire Air Ambulance recently when they dropped by to thank the station for their on-going support to the life-saving charity. Group Captain Terry Jones, station commander, welcomed the 160 mph MD902 Explorer helicopter and it’s crew, which was flanked in a unique photograph by a Grob Tutor trainer aircraft of 85... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: HeliHub.com
New owners Boustead Holdings Bhd have allocated 1 billion Ringgits as 2011 capital expenditure for subsidiaries MHS Aviation Bhd and also Pharmaniaga Bhd. No split has been announced to give a specific figure for the Malaysian offshore helicopter operator. A company official said on today that Lembaga Tabung Angkatan Tentera (LTAT), which owns 59.28% of... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: WNED
The second-last obstacle to putting a helicopter landing pad atop Buffalo General Hospital was removed yesterday when the Common Council approved the plan unanimously. It now goes to the Planning Board for a final decision.... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: HeliHub.com
The Indian Government is planning to create an online national register of pilots with a complete dossier on each one. The aim of this would be to eliminate pilots getting licences and jobs on the basis of falsified papers, adn the implied air safety issues therefrom. The director general of civil aviation, Bharat Bhushan, will... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: HeliHub.com
The Politecnico di Milano and AgustaWestland, have launched AWParc (Advanced Rotorcraft AgustaWestland Technical Center), a company formed at the Polytechnic’s Bovisa campus. The focus of this alliance is on expertise and skills in developing research projects related to the helicopter sector. AgustaWestland has made only two similar centers in the world, with the British Universities... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: HeliHub.com
Britain’s Longmint Aviation, a group of 5 operators, appears to be very close to ceasing trading. Longmint includes the following operators Sterling Helicopters – at Norwich Alan Mann Helicopters – at Fairoaks Fast Helicopters – at Shoreham and Thruxton Total Air Management Services – previously at Sheffield and staff redeployed to Sterling/Fast Skydrift – a... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: WABC
Sofitel Hotel in West Hollywood agrees not to pursue approval of their roof-top helipad which is approved for “emergency-0nly use”. This follows recent frequent use by Hollywood producer Ryan Kavanaugh caused adverse reaction from neighbours... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: AAI
AAI Test & Training, an operating unit of Textron Systems, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today that its Man-Portable Aircraft Survivability Trainer (MAST) has been selected by the U.S. Army Program Executive Office for Simulation, Training and Instrumentation, or PEO STRI, under a task order from the Simulation, Training and Instrumentation Omnibus Contract... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: Guidance Aviation
Guidance Aviation of Prescott, Arizona took the “Top Master Award” at the Arizona State Capitol on March 22, 2011 during the Arizona Small Business Development Center Awards. This year, the AZSBDC honored 15 top performing Arizona businesses who “collectively created or retained more than 300 jobs; generated more than $4 million in new capital; and increased their sales by... Read more
7-Apr-2011
Trevor Rogers and his wife Glenda have been sentenced to a month in jail over their continuing refusal to obey a court order. Rogers was developing an unmanned helicopter called the Snark but his company TGR Helicorp was forced into receivership by creditors in 2008.... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: Moorabbin Leader
Kingston Council wants all pilot training at Moorabbin Airport to end by 2030 at the latest if stringent noise measures are not introduced, and helicopter training should end by 2015 altogether.... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: Arizona Republic
An Australian company that sells high-powered searchlights mostly for police and military helicopters will make the Scottsdale Airpark its U.S. headquarters for manufacturing.... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: Aviation Specialties Unlimited
Aviation Specialties Unlimited, (ASU) have announced that they have surpassed their 100th AS350 cockpit modification. The 100th modification was completed for Advanced Helicopter Services’ customer the California Highway Patrol. “AS350’s can be found all over the world and are a very versatile aircraft,†said Mike Atwood founder and CEO of ASU. “Numerous law enforcement and... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: Geisinger Health System
Capt. Curt Haldeman of Geisinger Health System’s Life Flight® program received international accolades for leading a rescue mission following the crash of an aircraft in early January. The Community Service Award was presented at the first annual Night Vision Awards during the 2011 Heli-Expo in Orlando, Fla., sponsored by Aviation Specialties Unlimited, the sole authorized... Read more
7-Apr-2011Source: STARS
Saskatchewan is proceeding with a major new component of emergency medical services. Medical helicopters based in Saskatoon and Regina will support faster, more responsive emergency medical care for patients across the province. The province has signed a service agreement with Shock Trauma Air Rescue Society (STARS), a non-profit organization that provides rotary wing air medical... Read more
6-Apr-2011Source: Dallas Airmotive
Dallas Airmotive, a BBA Aviation Engine Repair and Overhaul Group (ERO) company, has unveiled a dedicated website for its F1RST SUPPORT command center. The website – FirstSupportAOG.com – gives visitors an overview of First Support capabilities, locations, contact information, downloads and video tour of the operation. “Our First Support center continues to provide unrivalled response... Read more
6-Apr-2011Source: 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-Apr-2011Source: Aero Vodochody
The current 13 Sikorsky Gold Suppliers were recognized at the event for their best-in-class performance. Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. recently held its 4th annual Supplier Summit in Palm Beach Gardens, Florida., USA with senior executives from the top 150 supplier companies. The current 13 Sikorsky Gold Suppliers were recognized at the event for their best-in-class performance.... Read more
6-Apr-2011Source: Ornge
Ornge, Ontario’s provider of transport medicine services, is proud to congratulate Patrick Auger, an Ottawaâ€based Ornge critical care paramedic, for winning the Tim Hynes Flight Paramedic of the Year Award from the International Association of Flight Paramedics (IAFP).  He was presented with the award at the Critical Care Transport Medicine Conference in Nashville, Tennessee earlier today.... Read more
6-Apr-2011Source: Small Cap Networks
Air Methods and Bristow are featured in this article on share price returns... Read more
6-Apr-2011Source: London’s Air Ambulance
This agreement formalises the existing strong links between two long established providers of physician-led pre-hospital care. Both organisations are committed leaders in the field of quality improvement in pre-hospital care and place research and development high on their agendas. London’s Air Ambulance has an international reputation for clinical excellence and has trained the majority of... Read more
6-Apr-2011
Search for overdue helicopter found wreckage two days later. EMS operation with three killed – pilot and patient survived.... Read more
6-Apr-2011
Wreckage reported 6th April. Two bodies “may have been there a week” – thus date of accident unclear... Read more
6-Apr-2011
EC155 came down in wooded area of a mountainous region. Foggy conditions reported. One fatality, two injured. The three were Jesus Light, Ahmet Deniz, and Hadji Ahmed Maples.... Read more
6-Apr-2011
Pilot died – later named as Adrian James Mayberry, 59, of Christchurch. The passenger was seriously injured... Read more
6-Apr-2011
Hard landing on training flight – skids splayed out although helicopter remained upright. Tail boom sliced by main blades.... Read more
6-Apr-2011
Tipped over onto its starboard side on take-off... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: BBA Aviation
Dallas, Texas…April 5, 2011…Brent Hornbeck has joined Dallas Airmotive, a BBA Aviation Engine Repair and Overhaul Group (ERO) company, as manager of the company’s Regional Turbine Center in Phoenix, Arizona. “Brent’s background has all the attributes we seek in an RTC manager,†stated Mike Cumnock, Vice President, Regional Operations/Service for BBA Aviation ERO. “He has... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: NEST
Northland Emergency Services Trust (NEST) has announced the purchase of a third helicopter to help service its Northland operations. The purchase is significant for emergency services in the region, with Northland’s steady population growth over recent years putting increased pressure on the capacity of organisations such as NEST toprovide comprehensive coverage. The investment is welcome... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: Ducommun
Ducommun Incorporated (NYSE: DCO) today announced that it has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire all outstanding stock of LaBarge, Inc. (AMEX: LB). LaBarge, with revenue of $324 million for the twelve months ended January 2, 2011, is a widely recognized supplier of electronics manufacturing services (EMS) operating across many high-growth industries. The acquisition... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: HeliHub.com
HeliHub.com has heard that a criminal case has been opened regarding the theft of more than 4,000 helicopter parts from Kazan Helicopter Plant, valued at 6.8 million roubles (approx $250K). The law enforcement agencies in Tatarstan have said that parts from the factory were taken away by truck. The gang included not only the heads... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: Omniflight
Banner Del E. Webb Medical Center has chosen Native Air as its air ambulance provider. This partnership will ensure that lifesaving air transport is readily available for the Sun City West and surrounding communities. “There are a number of reasons we chose Native Air,†said John Harrington, Jr., CEO, of the nonprofit hospital located at... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: Guardian Mobility
Guardian Mobility announced that its Board has appointed Howard A. Pearl to the Position of President and CEO to take over from founding CEO Jean Carr. Mr. Pearl has been mandated to achieve new levels of growth in the emerging market of aviation telematics first initiated by Guardian under the direction of Mr. Carr. Mr.... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: HeliHub.com
Following the success of the main HeliHub.com gallery – soon to pass the 6,000 images mark – we are today launching a more specialised gallery covering helicopter operations on superyachts (some call them megayachts). This will include photos of the helicopters themselves, helipads, facilities associated with helicopter operations (eg. some boats even have hangars!) and... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: Helibras
(Electronic translation from original Portuguese press release) The shielding system of Squirrel helicopters produced by Helibras provides protection for crews and aircraft parts considered vital against light weapons with a caliber 7.62 and 5.56 mm level III, enhancing its ability to work in hostile environments. The installation consists of putting removable plates of material resistant... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: Stuff
Paul Horrell appeared for sentencing before Judge Kevin Phillips after entering a guilty plea to operating a 50)E in a careless manner by flying at a low level in the Cardrona Valley without avoiding hazard to people and property.... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: Uniflight
Uniflight Northeast has announced the company’s Director of Maintenance, Mr. Steve Weinert has recently received the FAA Designated Airworthiness Representative – Technical (DART) classification as a further enhancement to the company’s already extensive capability. The additional qualification will allow Uniflight to perform additional inspections and airworthiness functions as part of the company’s expanding capability offered... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: American Heroes Air Show
Buckle up the entire family for high-flying excitement when the American Heroes Air Show, the nation’s premier aviation event devoted exclusively to helicopters, returns to the Texas Military Force’s historic Camp Mabry in Austin on Saturday, April 16th. Since it’s inception in 1993 near Los Angeles, this admission-free event has grown from coast to coast... Read more
5-Apr-2011Source: Helijet
Richmond-based Helijet International (TSX: HJI) has opened its Prince Rupert base located at Seal Cove and is now expanding helicopter charter and air ambulance services along British Columbia’s north coast. The Prince Rupert base will be overseen by Steve Morrow and Andrew Scott. Morrow will oversee air medical operations and Scott will develop Helijet’s general... Read more
