28-Nov-2012Source: US DoD
Rolls-Royce Corp., Indianapolis, Ind., is being awarded a $52,267,510 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract (N00019-10-C-0020) to exercise an option for engine sustainment services for V-22 AE1107C engines in support of the U.S. Marine Corps and the U.S. Air Force. The services to be provided include low power repairs, turboshaft engine support and fleet... Read more
28-Nov-2012Source: Pratt & Whitney
Pratt & Whitney, a unit of United Technologies Corp, has been awarded a contract by the U.S. Army to research and develop an Advanced Variable-Speed Power Turbine (AVSPOT) to meet the range and lift requirements for current and future force rotorcraft. The AVSPOT program is an initiative by the U.S. Army’s Aviation Applied Technology Directorate,... Read more
15-Nov-2012Source: Turbomeca
During the Air Show China, Turbomeca China (Safran group) and Hong Kong Government Flying Service (GFS), celebrate 10 years of SBH® (Support By the Hour) contract. 100% of GFS helicopter, powered by Turbomeca engines, is under SBH® contract. The main mission accomplished by GFS is Search & Rescue (SAR), GFS providing a 24 hours air... Read more
15-Nov-2012Source: Turbomeca
During the Air Show China, Turbomeca is proud to celebrate 10 years of successful cooperation with the China Rescue & Salvage, Ministry of Transport (CRS-MOT). 100% powered by Turbomeca, the helicopter fleet of MOT is dedicated to salvage and rescue missions for the coastline of China. The eight Makila 2 and 16 Arriel 2S Turbomeca... Read more
15-Nov-2012Source: Turbomeca
During the Air Show China, Turbomeca China (Safran group) and Citic Offshore Helicopter Co Ltd (COHC) celebrate the 400,000 cumulative operation hours of Turbomeca engines powering COHC fleet. Today, COHC is the biggest civil helicopter operator in South-east Asia. Lin Yang, Turbomeca China Customer Support & Sales Director, said: “COHC is one of our most... Read more
13-Nov-2012Source: Honeywell
(electronic translation) Honeywell Aerospace Group (NYSE: HON) and AVIC Helicopter Co., Ltd. signed a strategic cooperation framework agreement, to explore its existing the AC311 has AC312, AC313 and AC352 commercial helicopter platform, and a new three-ton commercial helicopter project with engines and avionics. In addition, the agreement shows that Honeywell Aerospace Group and AVIC helicopter is... 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
12-Oct-2012Source: Vector Aerospace
Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services, Inc. (Vector), one of the world’s leading independent providers of maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services for rotary wing aircraft is pleased to announce that Chris McDowell has joined the Helicopter Services North America team as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Chris has extensive experience in the MRO industry as... Read more
11-Oct-2012Source: Scott’s – Bell 47
Rolls-Royce Corporation & Scott’s – Bell 47 Inc. (SB47) announced today that they have signed a Memorandum of Understanding to explore the application of its RR300 engine to the Model 47 multipurpose light helicopter. The RR300 engine embodies new technology and advanced design methodology. The engine draws on the proven record of other Rolls-Royce turbine... Read more
10-Oct-2012Source: Pall Corporation
Pall Corporation (NYSE: PLL), a global leader in filtration, separation and purification, has entered into a new partnership agreement with Carson Helicopters, Inc. to provide an upgrade of its legacy Centrisep® engine advanced protection system (EAPS) for Sikorsky Sea King/S-61 helicopters. Carson, an FAA-approved helicopter innovator specializing in the overhaul, repair, and remanufacture of the... Read more
8-Oct-2012Source: Helihub.com
Engine manufacturer Motor Sich has already achieved certification of a re-engined Mi-8 in the Ukraine and is now targetting Russian certification by the end of December 2012 – the company announced at the recent Aviasvit XXI-2012 International Aerospace Show in Kiev. He said that the Ukrainian certificate could be validated by the Russian certificate body... Read more
3-Oct-2012Source: US DoD
Rolls-Royce Corp., Indianapolis, Ind., is being awarded an $11,922,876 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract (N00019-10-C-0020) to exercise an option for maintenance services in support of the V-22 AE1107C engine low power repairs, turboshaft engine and site support. Work will be performed in Oakland, Calif. (70 percent) and Indianapolis, Ind. (30 percent), and is... Read more
28-Sep-2012Source: US DoD
General Electric Aviation, Lynn, Mass., is being awarded a $105,251,968 Performance Based Logistics contract for the repair or replacement of T700 engine components utilized on the H-60 and AH-1W aircraft. In addition to the engine component repair, the contract also provides for receiving, warehousing, inventory management, packing, shipping, electronic data interchange requisitioning and commercial asset... Read more
26-Sep-2012Source: US DoD
General Electric, Lynn, Mass., is being awarded an $83,444,847 requirements contract for repair of 16 T-64 engine components supporting CH53D/E and MH53E helicopters. In addition to providing spare parts required for repairs, the contract will provide manufacturing, engineering, and technical support to the Fleet Readiness Center East. Work will be performed in Cherry Point, N.C.... Read more
24-Sep-2012Source: Freedom Aero Service
Freedom Aero Service, Inc. is proud to announce their new repair process FRS-11 for repair of ignition exciter boxes HE900 and HE901, Turbomeca PN’s 9550176020 for model HE901 and 9550164470 for model HE900.Freedom received FAA approval and is pleased to add this service to the HE402F, Turbomeca PN 9560119620 repair process FRS-5 already in place.... Read more
21-Sep-2012Source: Turbomeca
Turbomeca (Safran group) has renewed the “MCO†(Global Support Package) contract, entitled MCO 2*, with the French Government. Turbomeca undertakes, under the terms of this contract, to ensure availability of the 1,408 turbo-shaft engines equipping French Government helicopters for a 10-year period. These helicopters are used for military and paragovernmental missions of the French Air... Read more
18-Sep-2012Source: Vector Aerospace
Vector Aerospace Corporation, an industry leader in providing aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services for helicopter and fixed-wing aircraft will exhibit at Africa Aerospace and Defence 2012 (AAD 2012), taking place at the Waterkloof Air Force Base Centurion, City of Tshwane, South Africa from September 19-23, 2012 (Booth 6W4). “Vector Aerospace is excited to... Read more
13-Sep-2012Source: Turbomeca
During the ILA Berlin Air Show, Turbomeca (Safran group) announces the signature of a Support by the Hour agreement with the German Federal Police. This Support by the Hour agreement (SBH®) covers 32 Arrius 2B2 engines powering 16 twin-engine EC135T2i helicopters. Spread over 12 bases, the German Federal Police is performing air rescue missions around... Read more
11-Sep-2012Source: M International
M International, Inc. announces that its subsidiary, Mint Turbines, LLC, has completed the signing of a new T53 Authorized Service Center license with Honeywell International, Inc. In order to continue the tradition of outstanding service provided to the Commercial and Military Operators of the T53 Engine product family, by M International, Inc., and Airborne Engines... Read more
11-Sep-2012Source: Heli-One
Heli-One Canada, Incorporated (Heli-One), the world’s largest independent provider of helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services announces it will exhibit at the ILA Berlin 2012 Exhibition from September 11-16, 2012 (HALL 3 – 3617A). Senior representatives of Heli-One’s helicopter MRO sales and marketing team will be on-hand to discuss operator requirements related to delivery... Read more
6-Sep-2012Source: Turbomeca
Turbomeca do Brasil (Safran group), in Brazil since 1977, celebrates the expansion of icts site based in Xerém, Rio de Janeiro State . These new facilities will house the new assembly line and testing of the engine and Makila 2 of the Auxiliary Power Unit Saphir 20. These engines and units, designed for Both Civilian... Read more
5-Sep-2012Source: HeliHub.com
Aerobuzz is today reporting that Heli Air Design (HAD) have chosen the Mistral G200 rotary engine for their two seat turbine called Helineo. The sole prototype, which first flew on April 26th this year at Metz-Nancy-Lorraine Airport is powered by a Solar T62 turbine derived from an APU. The Solar engine will be retained for... Read more
31-Aug-2012Source: Turbomeca
Turbomeca (Safran group) HAS signed a contract with defense and security company Saab AB for the repair and overhaul of engines and Arrius 2K2 modules installed on A109 LUH helicopters of the Swedish Air Force. The contract signed with Saab is a customized Global Support Package (GSP) for the Swedish Air Force A109 helicopters equipped... Read more
29-Aug-2012
GE reports that four GE38 turboshaft engines in support of Sikorsky Aircraft’s CH-53K heavy-lift helicopter program under development for the U.S. Marine Corps, continue to demonstrate maturity and durable operating capabilities during testing at GE’s Lynn, Massachusetts, facility as well as MTU’s Munich, Germany, facility. A fifth factory test engine will join the program later... Read more
3-Aug-2012Source: Aviall
Aviall Services, Inc., a wholly owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, has entered into an exclusive distribution agreement with Rolls-Royce for spare parts, modules and tooling for the RR300 light helicopter engine. The global agreement, which extends to June 29, 2022, creates a new product line for Aviall, the Dallas-based industry leader in aftermarket supply... Read more
1-Aug-2012Source: LHTEC
The CTS800-4A engine powering the T129 attack helicopter has received a type certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration, expanding the CTS800 product line. The CTS800 is designed and produced by the Light Helicopter Turbine Engine Company (LHTEC), a 50:50 partnership between Rolls-Royce and Honeywell. The new type certificate for the CTS800-4A brings a high-speed output... Read more
31-Jul-2012Source: Helihub.com
The Ukraine branch of Russian news agency Kommersant is reporting that Sikorsky are in talks with local engine manufacturer Motor Sich. A feasible possibility is discussions for re-engining S61 models with the VK-2500 engine that powers the Mi-17 – given the political storm now brewing in the US over the purchase of ten further Mi-17s... Read more
30-Jul-2012Source: US DoD
General Electric Aviation, Lynn, Mass., is being awarded an $8,237,834 firm-fixed-price modification to a previously issued order against a basic ordering agreement (FA8122-09-G-0001-M81) for the procurement of 1,068 T64 variable guide vane linkage improvement kits in support of the H-53 aircraft. The work will be performed in Lynn, Mass., and is expected to be completed... Read more
23-Jul-2012Source: Turbomeca
Turbomeca (SAFRAN Group) has signed a contract with Eurocopter for the automation of the new generation of helicopter turboshaft engine with its new X4, the TM800. The X4 Eurocopter is a helicopter next generation of the category of 5 to 6 tons. The future device will feature a new engine: the e Turbomeca TM800. This... Read more
19-Jul-2012Source: Lycoming
Lycoming Continues Call for ‘UL 100’ as a Fleetwide Solution Williamsport, PA – July 18th, 2012 – Lycoming Engines, a division of Avco Corporation, released Service Instruction SI-1070R on April 16th, 2012, which approved a wide variety of engines for use with ASTM D7547 UL 91 unleaded avgas. European Aviation Safety Administration (EASA) Safety Information... Read more
16-Jul-2012Source: US DoD
Rolls-Royce Corp., Indianapolis, Ind., was awarded a $13,879,930 firm-fixed-price contract. The award will provide for the services in support of the upgraded single channel full authority digital engine control retrofit of OH-58D fleet. Work will be performed in Indianapolis, with an estimated completion date of July 29, 2014. One bid was solicited, with one bid... Read more
16-Jul-2012Source: Hamilton Sundstrand
Hamilton Sundstrand Corporation, a subsidiary of United Technologies Corporation (NYSE:Â UTX), was recently awarded a multi-year Overhaul & Repair contract from the U.S. Army for BLACK HAWK helicopter T700 fuel controls, with initial delivery orders starting in 2012 and covering a period of performance through 2017. “Hamilton Sundstrand is pleased to be selected to provide maintenance... Read more
10-Jul-2012Source: Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has received a contract valued at US$183 Million to service M250 engines, which power the US Army’s fleet of OH-58D Kiowa Warrior scout helicopters. The contract, to support 500 M250 engines on more than 300 aircraft, begins in July 2012 for a year, and the Army has options to... Read more
28-Jun-2012Source: BBA Aviation
Lisa Cooper has been appointed Regional Sales Manager for BBA Aviation Engine Repair and Overhaul (ERO). Cooper will provide sales coverage for the United Kingdom, Spain, Ireland and Portugal. She is a 20-year veteran of H+S Aviation Ltd, a BBA Aviation ERO company. “Lisa has worked in customer service at H+S for 20 years,” commented... Read more
27-Jun-2012Source: Russian Helicopters
Russian Helicopters, one of the world’s leading helicopter manufacturers and part of Russian state defence holding Oboronprom, and Turbomeca (Safran Group) announce that they have signed a general agreement on support cooperation of Turbomeca helicopter engines in Russia. Such an agreement plans for Helicopter Service Company, part of Russian Helicopters group, to provide engine support... Read more
5-Jun-2012Source: US DoD
Rolls-Royce Corp., Indianapolis, Ind., is being awarded a $10,754,334 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract (N00019-10-C-0020) for the procurement of 18 CV-22 low power repairs for AE1107 C Turboshaft engines for the Air Force. Work will be performed in Oakland, Calif. (70 percent), and Indianapolis, Ind. (30 percent), and is expected to be completed... Read more
28-May-2012Source: Dallas Airmotive
Tracy Gandy has joined Dallas Airmotive, a BBA Aviation Engine Repair and Overhaul Group (ERO) company, as Manager of the company’s F1RST SUPPORT™ operations. Gandy will oversee day-to-day operations of the F1RST SUPPORT command center in Grapevine, Texas and field service technicians across the United States. F1RST SUPPORT is an integrated real-time system that utilizes... Read more
24-May-2012Source: UTair
On May 17 at the 5th annual International Helicopter Exhibition HeliRussia 2012 held in Moscow, UTair Aviation subsidiary UTair-Engineering and Turbomeca Germany signed an agreement for the construction of a new MRO Center for Turbomeca engines and their components. Â Turbomeca is a global leader in the manufacture of helicopter engines and components. The purpose of... Read more
23-May-2012Source: Columbia Helicopters
Seeing a growing business opportunity in military helicopter engine repair services, Columbia Helicopters has built upon its long-time relationship with engine manufacturer Honeywell International, and is in the process of opening a second test cell at its Aurora, Oregon, maintenance base. Under its new agreement with Honeywell, which was finalized in March, 2012, Columbia Helicopters is now... Read more
22-May-2012Source: Dallas Airmotive
Kevin Bang has joined Dallas Airmotive, a BBA Aviation Engine Repair and Overhaul Group (ERO) company, as manager of its Phoenix Regional Turbine Center (RTC). Bang will be responsible for day-to-day operations at the RTC which focuses on PT6A, JT15D, M250™ repair services and, with its recent appointment, the HTF7000. “Kevin has a long history... Read more
17-May-2012Source: Turbomeca
During the Heli Russia Air Show, Turbomeca (Safran group) is pleased to present the full size mock-up of Ardiden 3G engine which will power multipurpose medium-class Ka-62 helicopter, at the Russian Helicopters stand. One year ago, at Heli Russia 2011, Russian Helicopters, JSC and Turbomeca signed agreements for the development and supply of Ardiden 3G... Read more
17-May-2012Source: US DoD
Rolls Royce Corp., Indianapolis, Ind., was awarded a $17,000,000 firm-fixed-price and cost-no-fee contract. The award will provide for the production of MH-47G helicopter infrared exhaust suppressors, systems components, initial fielding spares and sustainment spare parts. Work location will be determined with each task order, with an estimated completion date of May 10, 2017. One bid... Read more
9-May-2012Source: Keystone Turbine Services
Keystone Turbine Services, LLC (KTS) is pleased to announce that industry veteran Tom Hall has now joined our team. “Tom is one of the most highly respected people in our industry and has over 40 years of engine experience and a loyal customer following,†stated Ken Essary, Vice President and Chief Services Officer for M... Read more
1-May-2012Source: Keystone Turbine Services
Keystone Turbine Services, LLC (KTS), a subsidiary of M International, Inc. of McLean, Va., will hold its Grand Opening Ribbon Cutting Ceremony on Fri, May 4, 2012 in their newly renovated 30,000 sq. ft. facility at 885 Fox Chase, Suite 111, Coatesville, Pa. The ceremony will commence at 1:00 pm followed by tours and refreshments.... Read more
26-Apr-2012Source: Pratt & Whitney Canada
Pratt & Whitney Canada’s (P&WC) PW210 engine has been selected by Eurocopter to power the next-generation X4 helicopter. The PW210-powered X4 is expected to enter into service by 2017. Pratt & Whitney Canada is a United Technologies Corp. company UTX -0.05%Â . The PW210 engine – the latest in P&WC’s turboshaft product line – is... Read more
24-Apr-2012Source: Pratt & Whitney Canada
Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC), a division of United Technologies Corp., has received Transport Canada type certification for the PT6C-67E turboshaft engine that will power Eurocopter’s EC175 helicopter. The Eurocopter EC175 is a new commercial multirole helicopter and the PT6C-67E is the latest turboshaft engine in the PT6C-67 family for the medium class helicopter segment.... Read more
9-Apr-2012Source: US DoD
Rolls-Royce Corp., Indianapolis, Ind., is being awarded a $150,920,770 firm-fixed-price contract to procure V-22 AE1107C turboshaft engines for the Navy (232) and the Air Force (33). Work will be performed in Indianapolis, Ind., and is expected to be completed in October 2017. Contract funds will not expire at the end of the current fiscal year. ... Read more
9-Apr-2012Source: US DoD
Hamilton Sundstrand Corp., Windsor Locks, Conn., was awarded a $46,780,633 firm-fixed-price contract. The award will provide for the overhaul/upgrade services of the T700 fuel control in support of the UH-60 Black Hawk. Work will be performed in Windsor Locks, Conn., with an estimated completion date of Jan. 30, 2017. The bid was solicited through the... Read more
29-Mar-2012Source: Gama Engineering
Gama Group, the global business aviation and services company, today announced the acquisition of Ronaldson Airmotive Ltd, the Oxford based engine and components overhaul organisation. Ronaldson Airmotive further strengthens the range of aerospace engineering capabilities available through the Gama engineering group of businesses. Ronaldson joins both Gama Engineering Ltd and Gama Support Services Ltd in... Read more
22-Mar-2012Source: Lycoming
Lycoming Engines, a division of Avco Corporation, has submitted for ASTM D7547 UL 91 unleaded avgas approval on numerous engine models across the 233, 235, 320 and 360 engine families. Engines in the 540 family will follow as Lycoming completes additional validation. UL 91 has entered into distribution in Europe largely to serve engines approved... Read more
22-Mar-2012Source: Airwork NZ
The European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has approved a Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the BK117-850D2 engine upgrade. This STC allows for the replacement of the standard BK117-B2 750hp engines with upgraded 850hp engines. This increase in power significantly improves One Engine Inoperative (OEI) performance, allowing the BK117-850D2 to achieve true Category A standard. The... Read more
13-Mar-2012Source: Schiebel
Schiebel is delighted to announce the first flight of a heavy-fuel powered CAMCOPTER® S-100 UAS (Unmanned Air System). The flexibility this engine provides will further add to the wide capabilities of the unmanned helicopter. After extensive development, the S-100 successfully made its maiden flight with the new heavy fuel engine at Schiebel’s range near the... Read more
21-Feb-2012Source: Rolls-Royce
The Rolls-Royce RR300 engine has topped 10,000 hours of flight time in the Robinson R66 helicopter, demonstrating continued engine reliability and performance. Robinson has 380 firm global orders for the R66, one of the fastest growing fleets of helicopters in the world, and is working with Rolls-Royce to increase the number of combined aircraft and... Read more
17-Feb-2012Source: Russian Helicopters
Aviall Services, Inc., a wholly-owned subsidiary of The Boeing Company, and Helicopter Service Company, JSC (HSC) of Moscow, Russia, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Russian Helicopters, JSC (Russian Helicopters, JSC is a subsidiary of UIC Oboronprom), have signed an agreement to support helicopters powered by Rolls-Royce M250 engines. According to the agreement, HSC will purchase material... Read more
15-Feb-2012Source: Vector Aerospace
Richmond, BC – Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-North America (Vector) www.vectoraerospace.com, a subsidiary of Vector Aerospace Corporation and one of the world’s leading providers of helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) was awarded the Rolls-Royce FIRST Network ‘Total Quality’ award at the Rolls-Royce event held on February 11 at Heli Expo 2012. Steve Walford, vice-president of... Read more
15-Feb-2012Source: Vector Aerospace
Richmond, BC – Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-North America (Vector) www.vectoraerospace.com, a subsidiary of Vector Aerospace Corporation and one of the world’s leading providers of helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) was awarded the Rolls-Royce FIRST Network ‘Program Investment’ award at the Rolls-Royce event held on February 11 at HeliExpo 2012. “Over the past several years,... Read more
14-Feb-2012Source: Sloane Helicopters
Mornington Sanford Aviation and Sloane Helicopters have embarked on a joint venture to establish a training centre dedicated to supporting the Robinson Helicopter Company’s products and their associated power plants. This “centre of excellence†will be established at Sloane Helicopters’ facilities at Sywell Aerodrome, Northampton and will offer: EASA Part 147 type training and Robinson... Read more
14-Feb-2012Source: StandardAero
StandardAero, a Dubai Aerospace Enterprise (DAE) company, received the Rolls-Royce Customer Satisfaction Award last night at the Rolls-Royce FIRST Network Recognition Reception. “StandardAero is proud of its long-standing relationship with Rolls-Royce and being recognized for our achievements in customer service by such a well-respected market leader is something we’re very proud of and honored to... Read more
14-Feb-2012Source: StandardAero
StandardAero’s Helicopter Programs business announced today that 2011 was another successful year for its M250 industry training efforts, certifying 130 students from 38 different companies/agencies in ten different countries. Course participants came from across the globe, including Canada, U.S., France, Australia, Singapore, New Guinea, Korea, Indonesia, New Zealand, and Bangladesh. The one-to-two week courses provided... Read more
14-Feb-2012Source: StandardAero
StandardAero announced today that it has signed three 6-year agreements with Fixed Base Operators (FBOs) in Brazil, Mexico, and Guatemala. Helipark Taxi Aereo E Manutencao Aeronautica Ltda. (Helipark) of Sao Paulo, Brazil, Servicio Tecnico Aereo De Mexico (STAM) of Mexico City, Mexico, and Aeroservicios AVE, S.A. (AVESA) of Guatemala City, Guatemala have signed with StandardAero... Read more
14-Feb-2012Source: StandardAero
StandardAero has appointed Manny Atwal as Vice President of StandardAero’s Helicopter Programs business. Atwal previously served as Vice President of StandardAero’s Turboprops business. “Contributing to StandardAero’s market leadership is its diverse balance in multiple aviation markets,†said Kim Olson, Senior Vice President, Helicopters, Energy & Engineering, StandardAero. “Having business leaders who understand the broader context... Read more
14-Feb-2012Source: StandardAero
StandardAero Helicopter Programs checks in to Heli-Expo 2012 with a newly coined moniker: #1 in Customer Satisfaction. The ranking is based on customer feedback data acquired by independent market research firm, Ducker Worldwide. Complementary to the positive results from the Ducker surveys, in 2010 and 2011, StandardAero also received the Rolls-Royce FIRST Network’s Customer Satisfaction... Read more
13-Feb-2012Source: Turbomeca
Leading helicopter engine manufacturer Turbomeca (Safran group), and Milestone Aviation Group, the world’s pre-eminent helicopter lessor, announced at Heli-Expo today the beginning of an expansive partnership between the two companies. Through the Global Support Partnership, Turbomeca and Milestone are jointly developing new engine support solutions and services for Milestone’s lease customers around the world. The... Read more
13-Feb-2012Source: Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, will deliver a new Value Improvement Program (VIP) upgrade kit for M250 engines, which power Bell 407 and MD600 helicopters. The upgrade will offer increased power in “hot and high†operations and reduced fuel burn. During rigorous engine tests, the VIP upgrade kit reduced fuel burn by 2 percent... Read more
12-Feb-2012Source: Turbomeca
Turbomeca (Safran group) presents BOOST (Bank Of Online Services and Technologies), a totally new range of integrated online services to streamline operations Customers. Through this single application, Turbomeca is to provide statement the helicopter industry with innovative solutions for proactive engine support. BOOST, a major share of Safran group project, answers essential helicopter operator needs: Addressing aircraft safety, availability and... Read more
12-Feb-2012Source: Turbomeca
Turbomeca (Safran group) and Bristow Academy announced that their first training courses will be held the week of 5 to 9 March 2012. This first session is provided in the training partnership formed last fall. Lectures will be given to the Bristow Academy , Titusville, Florida Campus, Space Coast Regional Airport (KTIX). This formation of... Read more
12-Feb-2012Source: Turbomeca
Turbomeca (Safran group) announces the creation of Turbomeca Mexico , Located in. the federal capital of Mexico , Called Federal District – DF. Turbomeca Mexico is Aimed at Supporting Turbomeca engines operators in Mexico, Central America and north of South America ( Bolivia , Colombia , Ecuador and Venezuela ). The primary goal of Turbomeca... Read more
12-Feb-2012Source: Turbomeca
Coastal Helicopters Inc.. HAS Entered Into Year Purchase Agreement with Turbomeca Engine USA (Safran group) for five Arriel 1D1 turboshaft engines. Coastal Helicopters, Inc. Currently Operates five AS350B2’s that Were her assets to Soloy AS 350 B2/SD2 ‘s in 2005. Turbomeca USA Coastal views Helicopter’s decision to reverse the retrofit back to the Turbomeca Arriel... Read more
12-Feb-2012Source: Turbomeca
Turbomeca (Safran group) sign a support contract at the time of flight, SBH ®, with ADAC for 10 Arrius 2B2 engines powering five helicopters EC 135T2, for the benefit of ANWB Medical Air Assistance. ADAC Luftfahrt Technik GmbH, based near Bonn, Germany, maintains helicopters and engines for various operators in Europe, as ADAC, ANWB and... Read more
12-Feb-2012Source: P&WC
Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) announced today at Helicopter Association International’s HELI-EXPO 2012 that it has delivered its 1,000th PT6C-67C engine to AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company. Pratt & Whitney Canada is a United Technologies Corp. company (NYSE:UTX). The PT6C-67C, the latest generation engine in the PT6C turboshaft family, powers the AgustaWestland AW139 helicopter. This family of engines was... Read more
12-Feb-2012Source: P&WC
Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) today officially launched an online engine diagnostic tool, powered by SpotLight® from CaseBank Technologies, Inc. (Casebank), for its PW200engine. The announcement was made at Helicopter Association International’s HELI-EXPO 2012. Pratt & Whitney Canada is a United Technologies Corp. company (NYSE:UTX). The diagnostic tool provides proactive diagnostics and troubleshooting to deliver speedy service solutions... Read more
12-Feb-2012Source: P&WC
Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) announced today at Helicopter Association International’s HELI-EXPO 2012 that it has now enrolled more than 500 of its turboshaft engines in its pay-per-hourEagle Serviceâ„¢ Plan (ESP® Program). Pratt & Whitney Canada is a United Technologies Corp. company (NYSE:UTX). Whether customers are looking for basic or full coverage, P&WC’s flexible service offering addresses... Read more
12-Feb-2012Source: P&WC
Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC) announced today at Helicopter Association International’s HELI-EXPO 2012 that it has introduced an engine exchange program for its PW206B2 model. Additional PW200 models will become part of this program based on market demand. Pratt & Whitney Canada is a United Technologies Corp. company (NYSE:UTX). The program provides the operator the... Read more
12-Feb-2012Source: P&WC
PT6Nation.com, Pratt & Whitney Canada’s (P&WC’s) award-winning social network microsite has come to Helicopter Association International’s HELI-EXPO 2012 for the second consecutive year. A special PT6Nation kiosk is featured in the P&WC booth (# 3317) where attendees can take a tour of the microsite and sign up to become members. The microsite was launched in December... Read more
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