2-Sep-2010Source: HNA
German Tigers will not be ready before end of 2012... Read more
30-Aug-2010Source: EADS North America
The UH-72A Lakota has performed its initial MEDEVAC (medical evacuation) mission in Germany, marking an operational first for the U.S. Army’s Light Utility Helicopter in service at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center (JMRC). Members of the District of Columbia National Guard’s 121st Medical Company prepare for a mission in Hohenfels, Germany. (Photo: District of Columbia... Read more
22-Aug-2010
Substantial damage to tail boom after being struck by Antonov AN-2 which had broken loose from its tie-downs during a storm... Read more
17-Aug-2010
This event held over the past weekend included visitors from across Austria and also from Germany and Switzerland... Read more
13-Aug-2010Source: Merkur
Interior Minister Joachim Herrmann announced that the unit would move from Munich airport to Oberschleissheim – although the town hall representatives there were apparently surprised by the decision.... Read more
12-Aug-2010Source: Osthessen News
The EC135 operated by DRF from Suhli in Germany as “Christoph 60” flew a total of 480 missions in January to June 2010... Read more
11-Aug-2010
Alleged damage to chimney by a helicopter... Read more
19-Jul-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. today announced its German Multi-Role Helicopter Team (GMRHT), consisting of several partnership agreements that will work together to introduce the Cyclone multi-role helicopter into Germany. The team collectively is offering a comprehensive solution for the requirements of the German Navy and Air Force. Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp.... Read more
17-Jul-2010Source: Eurocopter
Eurocopter’s collaboration with Airbus on the new A350 XWB long-haul airliner, took a new dimension yesterday in the signing of a major contract at the Eurocopter facility in Donauwörth. The number one helicopter manufacturer has been chosen to develop and manufacture the door systems for the most recent member of the Airbus fleet. The contract... Read more
17-Jun-2010Source: Eurocopter
The VIP-configured EC145 Stylence helicopter which is presented in the ILA HeliCenter Static Display was handed over to ‘Spedition & Helicopterservice Linke GmbH’, a Northern Germany-based logistic company, on June 10th, 2010. The customer will use its new EC145 Stylence mainly for corporate transport missions as well as for helicopter trainings. At the Berlin Air... Read more
9-Jun-2010Source: Shephard
The aircraft on display is the second prototype, which first flew at the end of May, making its fifth and sixth flights to get to the show from the Eurocopter facility at Donauworth... Read more
8-Jun-2010Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. and RUAG today announced the signing of a Letter of Cooperation to explore aerospace industry cooperation that would assist in introducing the CycloneTM multi-mission helicopter into Germany. Sikorsky Aircraft is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). “We see the potential for Maintenance and Repair Operation as well as integrated logistics support... Read more
2-Jun-2010Source: DRF Luftrettung
DRF Luftrettung will present itself at the International Aerospace Exhibition and Conferences, ILA, from June 8th to 13th in Berlin, Germany, with an information stand. Visitors will be able to learn about DRF Luftrettung as an airborne life-saver, at Stand 107, in Hall 1. In addition, DRF Luftrettung will present a new innovation to the... Read more
1-Jun-2010Source: EDA
As part of the European Defence Agency’s Helicopter Training Programme (HTP), Spain will host a Multinational Helicopter Exercise in June 2010. The Exercise is the largest of its kind so far, with more than 32 helicopters and 500 people attending from 9 nations and yet takes place less than a year after the Ministerial endorsement... Read more
1-Jun-2010Source: Reuters
Apparently linked to Australia’s NH90 decision, and only days after Germany suspended acquisition of Tiger gunships.... Read more
25-May-2010Source: Reuters
An internal ministry report obtained by Reuters on Tuesday said the step was being taken because of serious problems with the wiring of the helicopter built by EADS unit Eurocopter.... Read more
20-May-2010Source: Heli Aviation
Translation from German…Â (English anomalies to be addressed to Google please!) The Heli Trainer sets new standards in flight training. The flight simulator helicopter trainer is presented exclusively at the ILA. As part of the international air-leading trade fair presents the Heli Aviation GmbH together with KUKA Roboter GmbH and the Max Planck Institute for... Read more
27-Apr-2010Source: Eurocopter
Marignane, 27 April 2010 In answer to the economical crisis and the evolution of the helicopter market, Eurocopter has decided to accelerate its SHAPE improvement program. The company intends to invest between 2010 and 2014 more than 1.3 Billion € in self-funded Research & Development, after having doubled its annual self-funded research and development budget... Read more
25-Apr-2010Source: Stars & Stripes
Five UH-72 Lakota helicopters arrived at the Joint Multinational Readiness Center at Hohenfels, Germany on Wednesday to replace the fleet of UH-1 Hueys used to train troops deploying to Iraq and Afghanistan.... Read more
21-Apr-2010Source: Cirrus Airlines
Saarbrücken (ots) – Due to the current situation in the aviation Cirrus Airlines as of Tuesday morning, 20 April, jointly with HTM Helicopter Travel Munich a helicopter shuttle from Munich to German cities. Thus, the renowned German airline with a reliable, fast and comfortable service for passengers available to those wishing to travel on short... Read more
20-Apr-2010Source: HeliHub.com
Monday was a sad day for French helicopter manufacturer Guimbal as they recorded the first accident of one of their Cabri G2 two-seaters at Söllingen Airport in Germany. More details here – the two occupants were not injured at all. HeliHub.com has a very extensive Safety data section, often picking up data on accidents not... Read more
14-Apr-2010Source: RTH
This move may be linked to the accident of Rostock based EMS A109 D-HAMF on 06-Feb-10... Read more
8-Apr-2010Source: Osthessen News
The city of Langenselbold has become the latest link in Germany’s helicopter rescue network... Read more
7-Apr-2010
DRF flew its 10,000th mission from Dresden after taking over management of the base on 1st January 2002... Read more
6-Apr-2010Source: Rotorblatt
With UAV use only just started in Lower Saxony, there is already some confusion regarding the use of a small drone helicopter by the police.... Read more
23-Mar-2010Source: HeliHub.com
Heli Aviation at Nördlingen Airport has received their first Cabri G2 from the French manufacturer Helicopteres Guimbal, and becomes the first helicopter school in Germany to offer the type on their fleet. A second example is due to join the fleet in the autumn of this year. Heli-Aviation also offer ab initio training on the... Read more
22-Mar-2010Source: Flug Revue
The EC135 helicopter fleet at the Army Aviation Training School in Bückeburg has achieved since 2000, the number of 50,000 flight hours.... Read more
2-Mar-2010Source: Sydney Morning Herald
Problems cited include limited clearance for getting in and out, rear ramp too weak, seats unable to accommodate soldiers weighing >110kg and no room for a door gunner.... Read more
24-Feb-2010Source: Earth Times
The German army has complained that a new battlefield helicopter is too poorly-constructed for soldiers, with flimsy seats and thin floors easily dented by heavily armed men, it emerged Tuesday... Read more
13-Feb-2010Source: Augsberger Allgemeine
New batch of EC135P2+ helicopters replaces an older back of eight EC135s... Read more
11-Feb-2010Source: YLE
This year the exercises have a major goal, which is to create a seamless symbiosis using the NH90 helicopters and command teams of both countries.... Read more
10-Feb-2010Source: Eurocopter
Donauwörth, February 10, The CH-53GA medium-lift military transport helicopter successfully completed its maiden flight over the Bavarian town of Donauwörth today before an admiring crowd of approximately 150 guests. Eurocopter test pilot Rene Nater and flight engineer Antoine Van Gent were at the controls. This first flight came just three years after the contract was... Read more
10-Feb-2010Source: Eurocopter
Donauwörth, February 10, The CH-53GA medium-lift military transport helicopter successfully completed its maiden flight over the Bavarian town of Donauwörth today before an admiring crowd of approximately 150 guests. Eurocopter test pilot Rene Nater and flight engineer Antoine Van Gent were at the controls. This first flight came just three years after the contract was... Read more
6-Feb-2010
Began to taxi when the pilot heard a loud bang combined with a strong jerk. The tail rotor gear unit was found lying on the ground. Closer inspection found one tail blade broke and caused the whole tail rotor gear unit to separate. 9th February, not 6th as previously reported... Read more
4-Feb-2010Source: HeliHub.com
HeliJet Charter have purchased an S-76A++ from Swedish operator Norrlandsflyg, who had been operating it on an SAR contract. Previously SE-JUZ, and now in Germany as D-HULK, this helicopter is fitted with a winch capable of a 260kg lift. Various new over-water operations are planned for this aircraft, which HeliJet quotes as being able to... Read more
4-Feb-2010Source: HeliHub.com
HeliJet Charter have purchased an S-76A++ from Swedish operator Norrlandsflyg, who had been operating it on an SAR contract. Previously SE-JUZ, and now in Germany as D-HULK, this helicopter is fitted with a winch capable of a 260kg lift. Various new over-water operations are planned for this aircraft, which HeliJet quotes as being able to... Read more
27-Jan-2010Source: ADAC
[automatic translation from German, with manual updates] Internal emergencies are by far the most common causes of Use Never before has the ADAC air rescue helicopter rose into the air as often as 2009: The number of operations to 45 705 had, that is 662 or 1.5 percent more than the year before. The 45-ADAC... Read more
27-Jan-2010Source: DRF
[automatic translation from German, with small amount of editing] For years, the DRF air rescue in Germany, increasing use of numbers has reported.Thus in 2009: The life-saver from the air contributed 33,731 bets, 1224 over the previous year. A total of 40,375 provided the DRF air rescue missions. “The saving of human life depends on the time... Read more
26-Jan-2010Source: FlightGlobal
Flight-testing in Europe has shown that 50% reductions in a helicopter’s acoustic footprint during landings are possible.... Read more
25-Jan-2010Source: Financiarul
Ambassador of France in Bucharest Henri Paul, and Ambassador of Germany Andreas von Mettenheim on Friday visited the Eurocopter Group Romania on the IAR Ghimbav platform in the county of Braso... Read more
20-Jan-2010Source: RTH
An EC 135 in red and white paint of “Christoph 16” has been leased by OAMTC, the Austrian rescue organisation following their requirement for a hook-equipped aircraft... Read more
18-Jan-2010Source: MOZ
On Friday, the new office building was officially handed over to staff the team of “Christoph 49” by Dr. Siegfried Lederer... Read more
26-Dec-2009
Sudden loss of engine power on final approach, heavy landing with some damage... Read more
9-Dec-2009Source: Rotorhub
The FHS (Flying Helicopter Simulator) Helicopters do not have to be loud. This is the conclusion of scientists at the German Aerospace Center (Deutsches Zentrum für Luft- und Raumfahrt; DLR) working on the FRIENDCOPTER project.... Read more
5-Nov-2009Source: DLR
The use of two active sidesticks and the resulting total replacement of the conventional helicopter control system are new. In 2007, DLR tested the right-hand sidestick in flight and is now setting new benchmarks with the first flight to use two sidesticks.... Read more
30-Oct-2009Source: ALEA
ADAC Luftfahrt Technik recently upgraded the existing Becker Avionics DVCS 5100 Digital Audio and Intercom System installed on two ADAC EC145 HEMS helicopters to the new state-of-the-art DVCS 6100. The replacement was easy because the new DVCS 6100 is designed as a ‘drop-in’ replacement for the DVCS 5100 series. With this upgrade, only the existing... Read more
6-Oct-2009
Substantially damaged at Bonn/Hangelar Airport when the main rotor hit the ground forcing the helicopter to fell on its side... Read more
30-Sep-2009Source: Pratt & Whitney Canada
Pratt & Whitney Canada Customer Service Centre Europe GmbH has appointed Motorflug Baden-Baden GmbH as a Recognized Maintenance Facility to provide maintenance support for PT6T and PW200 series engines... Read more
18-Sep-2009Source: Rotorhub
CSAR units from across Europe have gathered at Cazaux airbase in South West France for a Combined Joint Personnel Recovery Standardisation Course.... Read more
11-Sep-2009Source: Bayern Police
The Bavarian Police will auction nine used Police Helicopter Type EC 135 P 2 within the time period January 2010 to July 2010.... Read more
10-Sep-2009Source: EBAN
Heli Travel Munich GmbH (HTM) has brought a new EC135 P2i into service. Operating from the Emden commercial airfield it flies to the Alpha Ventus offshore wind farm, 50 km north of Borkum Island.... Read more
8-Sep-2009
Crashed into the water whilst taking same water samples from the lake. All 3 POB rescued... Read more
4-Sep-2009Source: DRF
the Zwickau station provided the DRF air rescue their 22,000th Rescue operation. The crew just completed an assignment in Bad Neustadt from when the control center of Schweinfurt emergency alerted to a child.... Read more
2-Sep-2009
2-Sep-09 D- Robinson R22 Heist, Germany... Read more
23-Aug-2009
23-Aug-09 D-HWWG Robinson R44 Ellwangen, Germany... Read more
20-Aug-2009Source: Free Internet Press
Article covers both A400MÂ and NH90 programs... Read more
26-Jul-2009Source: Stars & Stripes
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22-Jul-2009Source: Thueringer Allgemeine
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1-Jul-2009
damaged beyond repair in a ground handling accident. Exact date not known, but thought to be during July 2009... Read more
26-Jun-2009
Badly damaged in a forced landing at a vineyard after hitting a tree whilst spraying... Read more
19-Jun-2009
19-Jun-09 D-HRGB Eurocopter EC120 nr Mannheim, Germany... Read more
17-Jun-2009Source: RotorNews
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22-May-2009
22-May-09 D-HUUU Eurocopter BK117 Stuttgart, Germany... Read more
