19-Oct-2016Source: Leonardo
Leonardo-Finmeccanica is attending Helitech International 2016 (October 11-13, Stand No. 10B50), the most important helicopter exhibition in Europe, showing a range of solutions in the commercial and public utility rotorcraft sector demonstrating integrated capabilities, from platform and customized configuration through to support and training services. The company is displaying an AgustaWestland AW169 light intermediate helicopter... Read more
17-Oct-2016Source: Airbus Helicopters
Leading global helicopter offshore hoist operator Helicopter Travel Munich (HTM) has signed for one H145 today at Helitech International. The new aircraft – to be delivered in December 2017- will be operated from HTM’s bases at Emden, Norden, Borkum and Helgoland, serving offshore windfarms in the German Bight. The H145 joins HTM’s already-extensive inventory of... Read more
17-Oct-2016Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters is celebrating two decades of operations with the H135 light twin, multi-mission helicopter at the Helitech show. Twenty years after its entry into service and thanks to continuous evolution, the H135 has significantly extended its performance and mission capabilities. Today, more than 300 customers in 75 countries operate the H135 for a wide... Read more
17-Oct-2016Source: Bell Helicopter
Bell Helicopter and TRU Simulation + Training Inc., both Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) companies, today announced new updates in their continued progress with their training center in Valencia, Spain – continuing to meet commitments to bring a regional training solution to Europe. The Bell Helicopter Training Academy (BTA) – Valencia, Powered by TRU Simulation + Training is designed... Read more
14-Oct-2016Source: Allan Blake
I met up with Mark Kelly at Helitech 2016. He was appointed Executive Vice President and Managing Director of Lobo Leasing in January 2016. Mark worked in his family’s engineering business in Ireland for ten years, self-sponsored his way to a pilot’s license and then joined CHC as a co-pilot on the Puma fleet in... Read more
14-Oct-2016Source: Airbus Helicopters
Corail Helicopters, operator of a 7 Airbus Helicopters fleet, has become the launch customer of Fleet KeeperTM thanks to a contract agreement signed today at the Helitech exhibition in Amsterdam. Developed by Airbus Helicopters as part of its HCare Connected Services offering, Fleet KeeperTM has recently been validated by the French Civil Aviation Authority (DGAC)... Read more
14-Oct-2016Source: Leonardo
Leonardo-Finmeccanica shows continued strength in all civil helicopter markets. The company announced today the signing of a contract with Centaurium Aviation Ltd. of Switzerland for an AgustaWestland GrandNew light twin engine helicopter. The signing was performed during an official ceremony held at Helitech, Amsterdam. This aircraft is scheduled to enter service in spring 2017 and... Read more
13-Oct-2016Source: Allan Blake
In my article, Helitech 2016: Strategic Challenges for the Offshore Helicopter Industry, I stated that a change in the offshore helicopter market was inevitable and success for the offshore helicopter companies depended upon how quick and able they were at: 1. Diversifying their business; 2. Providing a “Personnel Only” option for oil and gas clients;... Read more
13-Oct-2016Source: Allan Blake
I met up with Jakub Hoda at Helitech, the Managing Director for Bell in Europe and Asia. Jakub is the one in the middle in the photograph at the Bell stand, accompanied by his Customer Support colleagues from the USA (Ray Lamas and Michael Reagan). The immediate thing that strikes you during the meeting is... Read more
13-Oct-2016Source: Allan Blake
To be frank Helitech 2016 has been a bit quiet – only four helicopters on display and well…there is only so much chalet coffee and biscuits you can manage in a day. However, this does give this commentator the opportunity to explore areas that are are bit “shaky”. A company that relies on passengers having... Read more
13-Oct-2016Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, today announced the signing of the first VIP customer for its Customer Advantage Plan (CAP) support solution in Europe. The private customer operates a Bell 407GXP and is located in Belgium. Bell Helicopter’s Customer Advantage Plans provide customers with comprehensive coverage solutions for daily operations. The plans offer a... Read more
13-Oct-2016Source: Leonardo
Five AW169 orders from Lease Corporation International and Helikorea that will be delivered in 2016 and 2017 Specialist Aviation Services signed a Framework Agreement for a further six AW169s with deliveries expected between 2017 and 2019 Agreements for nearly 150 AW169s, including firm orders, framework contracts and options, signed to date by customers worldwide The... Read more
13-Oct-2016Source: DART Aerospace
DART Aerospace is proud to announce the opening of its new UK based office. In the last year DART has invested in building a regional team for the European territory. DART’s focus is to offer exceptional customer service and to have qualified regional representatives located in the same time zone as our European customers. DART’s... Read more
13-Oct-2016Source: JSSI
Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI), the leading provider of hourly cost maintenance programs for the business aviation industry, signed an agreement at Helitech International 2016 with HeliAir Sweden to enroll two AS350B2, one AS350B3, and two H120 helicopters onto JSSI’s Engine Program. “We are happy and excited to start this collaboration with JSSI”, stated Aram... Read more
12-Oct-2016Source: ITT
ITT Inc.’s (NYSE: ITT) Enidine brand will showcase its portfolio of rotorcraft solutions at Helitech International 2016, Oct. 11-13, in Amsterdam. Enidine’s vibration isolation and energy absorption products, including its multi-modulus journal and spherical bearings, pylon isolation system and cabin interior vibration isolators, allow for a more comfortable passenger experience and longer lifespan of rotorcraft... Read more
12-Oct-2016Source: DART Aerospace
DART Aerospace expands its Approved Maintenance Center (AMC) network to Europe offering competitive aftermarket solutions. DART will hold a cocktail to celebrate the launch of this network expansion during Helitech International on booth 12C60, Tuesday October 11th at 15:00. You are invited! Helicopter operators and private owners in this region now have the option to... Read more
12-Oct-2016Source: Heli-One
Heli-One, a leading global provider of helicopter maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, has been selected by the Joint Aviation Command (JAC) of the United Arab Emirates (UAE) to provide MRO services for their Arriel 2C and Makila 1A engines flown in the fleet’s Airbus AS365 and AS332 aircraft. Although Heli-One has provided MRO services... Read more
11-Oct-2016Source: CarteNav Solutions
CarteNav Solutions, the international leader in mission system software, will be demonstrating their very latest products at Helitech International in the RAI Amsterdam Convention Centre in booth 12A41. This will be the first major international tradeshow for CarteNav since the company was acquired by Provincial Aerospace Ltd. (PAL Aerospace) and became part of the Exchange... Read more
11-Oct-2016Source: LCI
Lease Corporation International (LCI), the aviation leasing arm of the Libra Group, announces the delivery of the first Leonardo AW169 helicopter to Elitaliana SpA. The AW169 is the first of three such aircraft that will be leased from LCI to support to support Elitaliana’s emergency medical services (EMS) and search and rescue (SAR) operations in... Read more
11-Oct-2016Source: Able Aerospace
Able Aerospace Services, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, has announced the addition of Agusta Bell 412 component repairs and overhauls to its broad menu of rotor wing MRO capabilities. The announcement expands Able’s trademark cost savings and repair benefits to the Agusta-branded 412 platform, which is located largely in Europe and South America. “Able... Read more
11-Oct-2016Source: Heli-One
Heli-One, a leading global provider of helicopter maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services, has received Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for its Flight Management System (FMS) upgrade for the Airbus AS332L and AS332L1 from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) and Transport Canada (TCCA). This STC is a part of the AS332L/L1 modernisation program currently... Read more
11-Oct-2016Source: LCI
Lease Corporation International (LCI), the aviation division of the Libra Group, is experiencing its busiest and most successful year to date in 2016, with its fleet, customer base and operation all rapidly expanding. The leading helicopter lessor now has 35 helicopters in its own lease portfolio, and expects to have a total of 40 in... Read more
11-Oct-2016Source: HeliHub.com
In the past, we have noted that the move of Helitech in the UK from Duxford to London was not supported by many in the industry. In 2015, organisers Reed told HeliHub.com that the move was being made at the request of four named manufacturers – a statement which Sikorsky denied, saying they preferred the... Read more
11-Oct-2016Source: Universal Avionics
Universal Avionics and Heli-One are announcing cockpit upgrades to be performed on a fleet of Sikorsky S-61A-4 NURI helicopters for an Asian operator, featuring Universal’s EFI-890H Advanced Flight Displays and Multi-Missions Management System (MMMS). Universal Avionics Authorized Dealer, Heli-One, is set to perform the design and installation for the initial aircraft with an Asian Maintenance,... Read more
7-Oct-2016Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters will be taking part in Helitech Airshow in Amsterdam from 11-13 October with two of its most successful aircraft on display: one H130 in passenger configuration and one H145 for EMS missions. New to the Helitech stand this year is the H160 experience—an interactive, virtual opportunity to discover our next-generation helicopter from the... Read more
6-Oct-2016Source: Vector Aerospace
Vector Aerospace a global independent provider of aviation maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, will be showcasing its latest rotorcraft support capabilities at Helitech International, Europe’s leading rotorcraft trade show, which runs from 11-13th October, 2016 at the Amsterdam RAI Exhibition and Convention Centre, Netherlands. Simon Jones, Vice President – Business Development at Vector Aerospace,... Read more
3-Oct-2016Source: Pall Aerospace
Pall Aerospace today announced that the United States Defense Logistics Agency (DLA) has awarded a five-year indefinite delivery, indefinite quantity (IDIQ) contract to Pall Aerospace to supply 4,000 PUREair Dry Barrier Filters for the UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter. Pall was awarded the previous IDIQ contract for 950 filters in 2014 which have all since been... Read more
3-Oct-2016Source: Helitech International
From advanced oil rig inspection to aerial search and rescue missions, the rise of unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV) use is allowing businesses to utilise new technology across a range of industries on a scale not previously possible. With the UAV market estimated to be worth $5.5bn by 2020[1] there are many opportunities available to rotorcraft... Read more
30-Sep-2016Source: Patria Helicopters
Patria Helicopters will attend Helitech International 11-13th October in Amsterdam. The event is the largest helicopter exhibition in Europe dedicated to helicopter products, parts, accessories and services. The show brings together leading manufacturers, suppliers, operators, buyers and engineers in the industry. Patria Helicopters will showcase at the event its services – Sales, Engineering, Production and... Read more
26-Sep-2016Source: M International
M International is pleased to announce representatives from their world-class portfolio company’s Keystone Turbine Services, LLC (KTS), Airborne Engines Ltd (AEL), MINT Turbines, LLC (MINT) and Southwest Fuel Systems (SWFS) will be exhibiting at stand #12F20 from 11th to 13th October during the 2016 Helitech International Expo & Conference held at the RAI Center in... Read more
16-Aug-2016Source: Helitech
Europe’s leading event for the rotorcraft community is now less than three months away and the organisers of Helitech International have released the first glimpse of its new seminar and workshop programme for the 2016 event. Taking place in Amsterdam from 11-13 October, Helitech International – run in association with the European Helicopter Association (EHA)... Read more
12-Aug-2016Source: Helitech
Europe’s leading event for the rotorcraft community is now less than three months away and the organisers of Helitech International have released the first glimpse of its new seminar and workshop programme for the 2016 event. Taking place in Amsterdam from 11-13 October, Helitech International – run in association with the European Helicopter Association (EHA)... Read more
