18-Mar-2024Source: Rotortrade
Rotortrade, renowned as the provider of ‘Helicopters you Can Trust’ has chosen ADSOFTWARE solutions to enhance and streamline its operations across Europe. With a specific focus on its incoming stat-of-the-art maintenance center in Tallard, this official partnership begin with significant challenges. Between the global leader in the pre-owned helicopters industry and the pioneer in aviation... Read more
7-Mar-2024Source: Leonardo
Leonardo has announced a further growth in presence of the AW139 intermediate twin-engine helicopter in Australia at Heli-Expo 2024, with orders for three more aircraft by LifeFlight Australia. These add to two additional aircraft for LifeFlight’s joint venture partner StarFlight, that had been ordered in late 2023. The helicopters will be used to carry out... Read more
7-Mar-2024Source: Enstrom
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation once again demonstrated its innovative vision for the future at HAI HELI-EXPO 2024, the world’s largest annual helicopter trade show. Between February 26-29, more than 15,000 helicopter pilots, professionals, and enthusiasts from 87 countries packed into Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA, breaking attendance records. Enstrom representatives made the most of this... Read more
5-Mar-2024Source: Columbia Helicopters
Columbia Helicopters, a global leader in heavy-lift helicopter solutions, proudly announces the signing of a Letter of Intent (LOI) with Heliswiss International, marking the first international customer of the Model 234SP (Special Purpose) Chinook. Mike Tremlett, President and CEO at Columbia Helicopters, expressed his excitement about this significant milestone, stating, “Securing Heliswiss International as our... Read more
5-Mar-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced during HAI Heli Expo 2024 the signed purchase agreement to QuikTrip Corporation for their second Bell 429. QuikTrip Corporation, commonly known as QuikTrip (QT), operates a rapidly growing convenience store chain located in 18 U.S. states. QuikTrip Corporation plans to use the Bell 429s to seamlessly transport executives... Read more
4-Mar-2024Source: Heli Austria
Heli Austria, a leading operator in mission-critical helicopter services across Europe, has announced a strategic partnership with TracPlus, equipping their entire fleet of 37 aircraft with the advanced tracking, communications, and fleet management solutions. This collaboration marks a significant advancement in operational safety, efficiency, and responsiveness for Heli Austria’s wide array of services, including heavy... Read more
4-Mar-2024Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters wraps up the 2024 edition of Heli-Expo with 155 commitments, including 40 firm orders, from customers worldwide for a variety of its multi-mission helicopters. Major highlights included a historic contract with THC for up to 120 helicopters of various types, with a firm order for 8 H125s and 10 H145s as part of... Read more
4-Mar-2024Source: PHI MRO Services
PHI MRO Services, a leading maintenance repair and overhaul center, and Rolls-Royce are pleased to announce during HAI Heli-Expo 2024 the appointment of PHI MRO Services as a Rolls-Royce Authorized Maintenance Center. PHI MRO Services’ alignment with Rolls-Royce signifies a significant step forward in delivering unparalleled service and maintenance solutions for Rolls-Royce engines to operators... Read more
4-Mar-2024Source: Vertical Aviation International
The world’s largest vertical aviation trade show and conference concluded with great news for the industry. Record attendance, business deals, and a new brand for the show’s producer marked this year’s HAI HELI-EXPO®, the 35th year the show has been held under that name. HAI HELI-EXPO 2024 brought 15,000 professionals from 87 countries to the... Read more
4-Mar-2024Source: Nighthawk
IAR Romania has selected Nighthawk Flight Systems to modify the Primary Attitude Display to provide Radar Altitude measurement in meters. The displays will support the Puma L fleet for the Romanian military. The SA4550 Primary Attitude Display has an LED-backlit display with pilot-configurable single- or dual-cue flight director command bars and a glideslope/localizer deviation indicator.... Read more
4-Mar-2024Source: Cadorath
Cadorath has marked a significant achievement by delivering its first fully overhauled and tested Rolls-Royce M250C30P engine to Meridian Helicopters. This milestone delivery aligns with Cadorath’s recent elevation to an Authorized Maintenance Repair and Overhaul Center (AMROC) within the Rolls-Royce First Network, a status attained in late 2023. The engine, meticulously overhauled by Cadorath, powers... Read more
4-Mar-2024Source: Bell
Bell, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced a signed purchase agreement with Equinor for the sale of 10 Bell 525 aircraft for North Sea offshore operations with deliveries expected to begin in 2026. The 525 offers Equinor superior technological innovation in terms of helicopter safety, reduced CO2 emissions, pilot support systems, passenger comfort and internal... Read more
4-Mar-2024Source: Loft Dynamics
SAF Aerogroup—a leading multinational aviation conglomerate providing pilot training, aircraft operations, sales, and maintenance services to governments and NGOs—announced today its investment in Loft Dynamics’ virtual reality (VR) flight simulation training devices (FSTDs). This acquisition of simulators enhances training programs across the company’s two academies. SAF Aerogroup will operate Loft Dynamics’ EASA-qualified Airbus H125 VR... Read more
1-Mar-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced at HAI Heli Expo 2024 the successful delivery of a Bell 505 to Aerial Patrol. The powerline and pipeline utility inspection company located in Little Rock, Arkansas supports major power and energy providers across the U.S. with services including helicopter aerial surveys for utility use, aerial photography, and critical... Read more
1-Mar-2024Source: Skytrac
SKYTRAC Systems Ltd. (SKYTRAC), a global leader in aerospace intelligent connectivity and satellite communications (satcom), announced that they partnered with a Canadian law enforcement agency to complete an Airbus H135 Standard Type Certification (STC) for the SDL-350. As one of the first integrations of the SDL-350 on the H135 platform, SKYTRAC has installed, certified, and... Read more
1-Mar-2024Source: Nighthawk
Nighthawk Flight Systems, Inc. is a newly formed privately held avionics company specializing in advanced compact integrated avionics solutions for rotary and fixed-wing aircraft in the general aviation, business, air transport, and military markets. Nighthawk also provides embedded software solutions for OEM applications needing advanced terrain and obstacle awareness and alerting functions. Nighthawk’s initial product... Read more
1-Mar-2024Source: GE Aerospace
GE Aerospace announced Henley Air as the launch customer for the Rotor Analysis Diagnostic System Next Generation (RADS-NG). The system will be used across Henley Air’s fleet of helicopters including the Bell 222 UT, Bell 206 and 206L, Bell 407, Dauphin AS 365, and Augusta 119 MK11. “The RADS-NG will differentiate Henley Air as a... Read more
1-Mar-2024Source: Pickering Aviation
Pickering Aviation and Aveo Engineering are excited to announce a strategic partnership to advance lighting, imaging, and display of vital, mission-specific information, greatly benefiting UH-60 and S70 operations. Pickering Aviation will provide OEM-level installation and training of Aveo’s remarkable product line of lighting, sensors, cameras, and displays for the UH-60 and S-70 Black Hawk platforms.... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Cadorath
Cadorath is excited to announce the expansion of its Engine Services Center with the addition of two industry veterans, Henry Lisboa and Jennifer Olds, to its team. This announcement follows the recent inclusion of Danny Miller as the North American Director of Business Development and Val Flores as Field Service Representative, underscoring Cadorath’s commitment to... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Leonardo
Mitsui Bussan Aerospace (MBA), the authorised distributor for the Leonardo AW139, AW169 and AW189 helicopter models in Japan, announced with Leonardo orders recently signed for a total of three AW139s, to meet the requirements of various upcoming opportunities in the country. These latest orders confirm the continuous success of the AW139 in Japan with over... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Skytrac
SKYTRAC Systems Ltd (SKYTRAC), a global leader in satellite communications (satcom) and intelligent connectivity solutions, announced that they have partnered with Videosoft Global Ltd (Videosoft), a leading ultra-low bandwidth video streaming provider, to provide ultra-low bandwidth streaming services over SKYTRAC’s family of Iridium Certus® connected systems. This compelling low-bandwidth solution will enable SKYTRAC’s customers to... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Safran Helicopter Engines
Safran Helicopter Engines has signed a contract with Bristow Group Inc. to power its new fleet of H135 helicopters with the Arrius 2B2. In-service support and MRO (maintenance, repair and overhaul) for these engines will be provided by SBH® (Support-By-the-Hour) under an hourly support contract. At Heli-Expo 2024, Bristow announced the acquisition of five H135... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Onboard Systems
Onboard Systems announced that Talon Helicopters Ltd. and Qwest Helicopters, both in British Columbia, Canada, committed to purchase ten Airbus AS365/EC155 Replacement Cargo Hook kits during the 2024 HAI Heli-Expo tradeshow in Anaheim, California. The new Airbus AS365/EC155 Replacement Cargo Hook Kit is expected to receive FAA and Transport Canada STC certification this summer and... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Skytrac
SKYTRAC Systems Ltd. (SKYTRAC), a global leader in aerospace intelligent connectivity and satellite communications (satcom) has announced that they have completed the first installation of a factory installation of the ISAT-200A and DAL-200 solution for the H135. The installation was successfully accomplished this past month at Airbus’ facility in Columbus, Mississippi, a major milestone in... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: DRF Luftrettung
In 2023, numerous patients benefited from rapid rescue from the air: DRF Luftrettung helicopters and aircraft were alerted a total of 36,413 times to provide seriously ill or injured people with highly professional medical assistance as quickly as possible. Last year, DRF Luftrettung helicopters were called out on 28,191 emergency missions and 7,857 intensive care... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, and Leonardo S.p.A., have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) to evaluate cooperation opportunities in the tiltrotor technology domain. As global leaders in designing, manufacturing, and supporting rotorcraft for commercial and military applications, Bell and Leonardo share a multi-decade history of industrial cooperation on both traditional helicopters... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Airbus Helicopters
Air Center Helicopters, Inc (ACHI) has signed an Airbus HCare In-Service contract to support their fleet of 18 H225 helicopters for the next five years. ACHI uses the versatile H225 aircraft to carry out a wide range of missions across the globe, including but not limited to expeditionary airlift, personnel recovery, search and rescue, medevac/casevac,... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Leonardo
At Heli-Expo 2024 in Anaheim, CA, leading helicopter service provider CastleAir has announced the addition of a third AW139 intermediate twin engine helicopter to perform in-country VIP/corporate transport missions. The delivery of the aircraft is expected to be performed in 2025. The move further expands the fleet of Leonardo helicopters in service with the operator,... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Airbus Helicopters
Niagara Helicopters has placed an order for six H130 helicopters, confirming a full fleet renewal for the tourism company based in Niagara Falls, Ontario. Each year, the company welcomes more than 100,000 customers from all over the world, providing a nine minute, 27 kilometre sightseeing tour over Niagara Falls. “In order to continue to deliver... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Skyryse
Peter Blades, the lead interior designer for both generations of the Model 3, Model Y, Semi concept, and Roadster (2017), has joined Skyryse as VP of Design. “Until now, cockpit design has been an afterthought in aviation,” said Dr. Mark Groden, CEO of Skyryse. “Peter’s mission is to bring his innovative design approach to further... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron, a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced during HAI Heli-Expo that it has appointed Chinook Helicopters as an authorized Bell 505 dealership serving western Canada. “As a premier rotorcraft and fixed-wing training academy in British Columbia, Canada, Chinook Helicopters has established a strong network of operators and maintainers,” said Lane Evans, managing director, North America.... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: CNC Technologies
CNC Technologies, an aviation technology and wireless communications company serving the law enforcement, military and government markets, announced the installation of a full law enforcement mission suite for the new Maryland Department of Natural Resources (MD DNR) Airbus H125 helicopter. This is the first new aircraft for the MD DNR and will provide an advanced... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: Onboard Systems
Onboard Systems announced that Blackcomb Helicopters LP of British Columbia, Canada, has committed to purchase four Medium Bell HEC Dual Cargo Hook Systems during the 2024 HAI Heli-Expo tradeshow in Anaheim, California. The forthcoming Medium Bell HEC Dual Cargo Hook System is in development and is expected to receive FAA and Transport Canada STC certification by... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: FreeFlight
FreeFlight Systems announced Nova Systems selected their Dual-Band ADS-B receiver as part of an upgrade program for their customers to provide more efficient and better decision-making systems during flight. FreeFlight Systems Dual-Band ADS-B receiver provides critical weather and airborne traffic, significantly improving crew situational awareness and providing a well-informed operation, even under extreme conditions. “We... Read more
29-Feb-2024Source: AutoFlight
AutoFlight, the eVTOL pioneer, presented the world’s first inter-city electric air-taxi demonstration flight between the southern Chinese cities of Shenzhen and Zhuhai. AutoFlight’s five-seater Prosperity eVTOL (electric vertical take-off and landing) aircraft completed a significant milestone by autonomously flying the 50km (31 miles) route from Shenzhen to Zhuhai. The flight from Shenzhen to Zhuhai across the Pearl... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today an order for four Bell 429 aircraft for parapublic operations in the Middle East. These aircraft will join the 90 Bell 429s supporting law enforcement, firefighting and parapublic missions globally and add to Bell’s total fleet of 500 Bell 429s worldwide. “Bell is honored... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Skytrac
SKYTRAC Systems Ltd. (SKYTRAC), a global leader in satellite communications (satcom) and intelligent connectivity solutions, and the Mecaer Aviation Group (MAG), a leading international provider of solutions for aircraft systems and services across multiple aviation segments, today announced that they completed a Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and Transport Canada (TCCA) certified AW139 Standard Type Certification... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: CNC Technologies
CNC Technologies, an aviation technology and wireless communications company serving the law enforcement, military and government markets, announced the completion of a law enforcement mission suite upgrade for Fontana PD’s newest Astar AS350-B2. Fontana also contracted CNC Technologies for recurring service, support and training for 3 years which will maintain uptime and proficiency of these... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Helisul Aviation
Helisul Aviation, the largest single turbine engines civil helicopter operator in Latin America, and Daedalean, the Switzerland-based developer of AI-based applications for situational awareness, announced at the Helicopter Association International’s annual Heli-Expo that Helisul has selected Daedalean’s PilotEye traffic awareness system for its fleet. Under the terms of the deal, Daedalean’s PilotEye – a traffic... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: LCI
LCI, a leading aviation company, has unveiled a new Flight Path partnership with Airbus Helicopters, which will address the long-term capacity, sustainability and financing requirements of the industry. Airbus predicts demand for over 16,000 new helicopters by 2041, with a combined value approaching $130 billion. The new partnership will see LCI and Airbus Helicopters leveraging... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Rolls-Royce
Rolls-Royce (LSE: RR., ADR: RYCEY) announced winners for their 2024 FIRST Network™ Quality Awards today at the HAI Heli-Expo. These FIRST Network members have been selected for outstanding performance in the following areas: Best in Class, FIRST Class Service, Outstanding Partnership and Trusted to Deliver Excellence. Best in Class – Keystone Turbine Services a PAG... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Milestone
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, today announced that it has signed lease agreements for two Leonardo AW139 helicopters with new customer, Lufttransport RW AS (“Lufttransport”), a Norwegian helicopter operator. The helicopters are scheduled to deliver in 2025. Sébastien Moulin, the Head of Europe & Americas, Milestone Aviation, said,... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Billings Flying Service
Billings Flying Service (BFS) received a CFR exemption from 14 CFR 21.185(b) earlier this month, allowing it to proceed with the United States’ first ever restricted category airworthiness certification of ex-foreign military Boeing CH-47D Chinook helicopters. BFS took delivery of six CH-47Ds from the Netherlands Defense Ministry in mid-2023. “Though seemingly small, approval of our... Read more
28-Feb-2024
Columbia Helicopters, Inc. (CHI), a global leader in heavy-lift helicopter operations, and Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog company, have proudly announced a strategic collaboration to develop and certify a state-of-the-art digital cockpit for the Model 234 Chinook. The collaboration aims to introduce a modern, Instrument Flight Rules (IFR) capable cockpit that will significantly enhance the multi-mission... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Leonardo
Leonardo and Sloane announced at Heli-Expo 2024 a major reinforcement of their collaboration in the UK and Ireland commercial helicopter market with the signing of Preliminary Sales Contracts for nine AW09 next-generation single engine aircraft, and new orders for two AW109 Grand New and two AW109 Trekker light twins. The Preliminary Sales Contracts for the... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Bell
Bell, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, has signed an Agreement with Abu Dhabi Aviation to establish its role as an authorized Bell Customer Service Facility (CSF) and provide service for Bell 212, Bell 412 and the SUBARU Bell 412EPX commercial aircraft. This new agreement further demonstrates both organizations’ dedication to providing exceptional customer support and showcasing... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Leonardo
Leonardo and Metro Aviation, a prime privately-owned HEMS (Helicopter Emergency Medical Service) operator and service provider in the US, have announced the signing of a Distributor Agreement for the AW09 next generation single engine helicopter. Metro will act as a Leonardo distributor for the type in the US and Canada for all civil market applications.... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Leonardo
Leonardo and Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL), the leading global provider of innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions, announced a framework agreement including firm orders for 10 AW189 super medium helicopters plus 10 options. Bristow is currently operating 21 AW189 helicopters globally with another five due off the assembly line in 2024. The new framework... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Bristow
The Helicopter and Jet Company (THC), Saudi Arabia’s premier provider of commercial helicopter services and fully owned by the Public Investment Fund (PIF), today announced the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Bristow Arabia Aircraft & Maintenance Services, a subsidiary of Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL), the leading global provider of innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions.... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Ace Aeronautics
Ace Aeronautics and Mint Turbines have signed a partnership agreement aimed at building worldwide support for the Legacy Black Hawk Fleet that has been acquired through the US Army Black Hawk Exchange and Sales Transaction Program (BEST). The partnership will focus on the team’s ability to perform repair and refurbishment to the airframe and powerplant, as well... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Sloane Helicopters
Sloane Helicopters, the prominent UK and Ireland dealer for the Robinson Helicopter Company, is excited to announce the acquisition of six delivery positions for new Robinson helicopters, with the first expected in February 2025. This order encompasses four R44 helicopters and two R66 helicopters, further reinforcing Sloane’s unwavering confidence in the Robinson range of helicopters.... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: United Rotorcraft
As a pivotal force in the Kingdom’s aviation sector, Saudia Technic, formerly known as Saudia Aerospace Engineering Industries, proudly announced today its partnership with United Rotorcraft (UR), a division of Air Methods Corporation, to launch the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia’s most expansive helicopter maintenance, repair, and overhaul (Part 145) capability. “The initiation of this collaboration... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Astronautics
Astronautics Corporation of America has been awarded a phase one, cybersecurity research contract from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) to identify and categorise all the data transmitted across three Cybersecurity Data Science (CSDS) Aviation Architecture Framework (AAF) domains to understand the broad scope of aviation-related data and the underlying architectures that support transmission and use... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Genesys Aerosystems
Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog company, announced today at the HAI annual Heli-Expo that it has completed an MOU agreement with AI-enabled avionics developer Daedalean to develop an integration roadmap of Daedalean technology into the Genesys Avionics Suite. This comes after successful flight testing of Daedalean’s OmniX evaluation kit on the Genesys OH-58 Kiowa Helicopter. This... Read more
28-Feb-2024
Atlanta-based Precision Aviation Group, Inc. (PAG), a leading provider of products and value-added services to Aerospace and Defense industries worldwide, receives Rolls-Royce Best in Class Award. This marks the fourth consecutive year Keystone Turbine Services (KTS), a division of PAG’s Engine Services group, has been recognized with the Rolls-Royce Best in Class Award. The award... Read more
28-Feb-2024
TRU Simulation announced today a new, cutting-edge Veris™ Virtual Reality (VR) Flight Simulator that provides helicopter and fixed-wing model customers with a more cost-effective and innovative solution to accomplish pilot training. Unveiled during this week’s HAI Heli-Expo, the Veris simulator is a clean-sheet design that combines industry-leading features of a full flight simulator (FFS) with... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Outerlink
Outerlink’s multicellular Air IP is expanding with additional FAA STC approvals and expanding across law enforcement and corporate clients. The key to Air IP’s success is the ability to provide ample bandwidth for everyone onboard simultaneously. Users report consistent connectivity at over 140 mph and thousands of feet above the ground for up to ten... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: LifeFlight Australia
LifeFlight Australia has expanded its fleet of helicopters to meet increasing demand and to provide more emergency aeromedical care to Queenslanders. Leonardo and LifeFlight announced three new AW139 intermediate twin-engine helicopters this week at HAI Heli-Expo in California. The helicopters, expected to arrive later in the year, will provide emergency medical services and search and rescue response... Read more
28-Feb-2024
Whirly-Girls International, a non-profit, educational, and charitable organization dedicated to advancing women in the helicopter aviation industry, has announced the recipients of the 2024 Whirly-Girls Scholarship Awards. The scholarships were awarded at the Whirly-Girls Annual Reception during HAI HELI-EXPO in Anaheim, California. Thanks to the support of aviation leaders, 39 scholarships were bestowed upon deserving... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Airbus
HealthNet Aeromedical Services, headquartered in Charleston, West Virginia, will soon expand its all-Airbus fleet with the addition of four H135 helicopters. As one of the largest hospital-based air medical programmes in the country, the helicopters will be used to serve adult, pediatric and neonatal patients across the state of West Virginia. “HealthNet has been a... Read more
28-Feb-2024Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters and Bristow Group announced a framework contract for up to fifteen H135 helicopters (five firm orders, plus 10 options) during this year’s HAI Heli-Expo. The delivery of the first helicopter is scheduled for October 2024. “I’d like to thank the Bristow Group for their renewed trust in our helicopters. Airbus Helicopters and Bristow Group share... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Columbia Helicopters
Columbia Helicopters, a global leader in heavy-lift helicopter solutions, announces a new development program to redefine Chinook commercial operations worldwide. As the OEM of the Commercial Chinook, the Model 234, Columbia plans to create a new model of super heavy-lift aircraft through converting existing CH-47D Chinook aircraft. This development program, named the 234 Special Purpose... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE: LMT), today unveiled its plan to build, test and fly a hybrid-electric vertical takeoff and landing demonstrator (HEX / VTOL) with a tilt-wing configuration. The design is the first in a series of large, next generation VTOL aircraft — ranging from more traditional helicopters to winged configurations — which will... Read more
27-Feb-2024
LCI, a leading aviation company, and Airbus have announced a collaboration agreement to jointly develop ecosystems for Advanced Air Mobility (AAM). The collaboration will focus on the development of partnership scenarios and business models in three core AAM areas: strategy, commercialisation and financing. Both partners will collectively develop AAM market perspectives and forecasts, conduct industry... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the successful deliveries of three SUBARU Bell 412EPXs, two to San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department and one to San Diego County Sheriff’s Department, during HAI Heli Expo 2024. “Bell is thrilled to partner with both San Diego County Sheriff’s Department and San Bernardino County Sheriff’s Department as... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Enstrom
Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog company, announced today that it is working with Enstrom Helicopter Corporation to install and certify the latest generation Genesys Helicopter Autopilot in the Enstrom 480B. The 3-axis VFR autopilot is scheduled for completion and availability for OEM factory fit and aftermarket retrofit by the end of 2024. Interested customers can have... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: TrustFlight
TrustFlight, a technology innovator focused on digitization of the aviation industry, today announced a new integration with JSSI’s Traxxall, an aircraft maintenance tracking and inventory system. The integration brings flight operations and maintenance teams closer through TrustFlight’s leading Electronic Logbook (ELB) software. “At TrustFlight, we place a significant importance on developing integrations that lead to improved data... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Rain
Rain, a leader in aerial wildfire containment technology, and Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company specializing in advanced rotorcraft, completed flight tests in late 2023 demonstrating how an autonomous helicopter carrying water can be quickly launched to suppress a wildland fire in its very early stage. Rain and Sikorsky collaborated to perform the integrated flight demonstrations at... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Metro Aviation
The number of law enforcement aircraft completed by Metro Aviation has tripled over the last three years. The company’s reputation for excellence in helicopter completions, safety, and customer service has led to an increasingly growing number of law enforcement and government agencies seeking out Metro for their completion needs. “The word is out for what Metro has... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Milestone
The Milestone Aviation Group Limited (“Milestone”), the global leader in helicopter leasing, today announced that it has signed lease agreements for three heavy helicopters with CITIC Offshore Helicopter Company Limited (“COHC”). The agreements include the placement of two Sikorsky S-92 helicopters and one Airbus H225 helicopter, all of which are configured for offshore passenger transport... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Coptersafety
Coptersafety premieres “From the Ground Up” – a captivating documentary short film about helicopter pilots – at HAI Heli-Expo 2024. Editor note – this is not “new” as Coptersafety issued a press release about this film in October 2023. “I grew up moving around the world for my father’s career in aviation, and helicopters have... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: HAI
As a new benefit to members, HAI has partnered with Truth Data Insights, the leading helicopter flight data monitoring (FDM) service provider. Flight Data Monitoring is a flight safety program that routinely analyzes aircraft flight data (speeds, altitudes, pitch/bank angles etc.) with the intent to find areas of risk and create learning opportunities for a... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: Spectrolab
Spectrolab, Inc. is introducing its newest Nightsun® airborne searchlight at HAI HELI-EXPO 2024 in Anaheim this week. The Nightsun® SXP-10 features a new innovative searchlight design which builds on more than 50 years of high intensity searchlight design and manufacturing heritage. State-of-the-art solid-state Laser Excited Phosphorus (LEP) lighting technology was combined with the latest in... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: HSI
One of the nation’s leading helicopter sales and support companies has recently delivered on a completion contract with Florida Keys Mosquito Control District (FKMCD). Helicopter Services Inc. (HSI) of Spring, Texas, announced finishing aircraft completion services for the agency’s new Airbus H125 helicopter, which will help protect residents in south Florida from the dangers brought by... Read more
27-Feb-2024Source: StandardAero
StandardAero, a leading provider of Rolls-Royce M250 helicopter engine MRO services, has expanded its service offerings to raise the standard of service excellence the company provides to operators around the globe. StandardAero has invested in maintaining the largest pool of rental and exchange engines/modules of any provider in the Rolls-Royce FIRST Network. StandardAero has also... Read more
