31-Oct-2013
Defense Assistant Secretary Patrick Velez said the Air Force would be getting eight 109 Power attack helicopters with .50 caliber machine guns and rocket launchers. See full story HeliHub.com team considers this may mean 109LUH models?... Read more
31-Oct-2013Source: Helibras
Training Center (TC) Helibras located in Itajubá (MG), in October reached the milestone of 12,000 students served. The student number is the 12,000 civilian pilot Narciso Anderson Martins Guimarães, who conducted the course revalidation of the type EC130 in flight. The helicopter manufacturer paid homage to the commander in his unit in São Paulo on... Read more
30-Oct-2013Source: US DoD
Honeywell International Inc., Tempe, Ariz., has been awarded a maximum $502,425,544 firm-fixed-price with prospective-price-redetermination, indefinite-quantity contract for purchase of spare parts to support various weapon systems to include aircraft, engines, helicopters, and related hardware. This is a five-year base contract with one four-year option period. This contract was a sole-source acquisition. Locations of performance are... Read more
30-Oct-2013Source: US DoD
Hamilton Sundstrand Corp., Rockford, Ill., is being awarded $7,416,890 for firm-fixed-price delivery order 7005 against previously awarded contract (N00383-12-D-011N) for the repair of 118 aircraft constant frequency generators in support of the V-22 Osprey. Work will be performed in Rockford, Ill., and work is expected to be completed by March 31, 2014. Fiscal 2014 Navy... Read more
30-Oct-2013Source: Longbow LLC
LONGBOW LLC, a joint venture between Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) and Northrop Grumman (NYSE: NOC), received a $92.8 million contract from the U.S. Army to provide Life Cycle Contractor Support (LCCS) for LONGBOW programs on the AH-64D and AH-64E helicopters. The LCCS contract provides integrated logistics support for LONGBOW Fire Control Radar (FCR) systems equipping AH-64D and AH-64E Apache helicopters.... Read more
30-Oct-2013Source: US DoD
L-3 Communications, Communication Systems-West, Salt Lake City, Utah, is being awarded a $7,289,689 modification to a previously awarded firm-fixed-price contract (N00019-12-C-2024) to exercise an option for the manufacture, test, delivery and support of 13 Common Data Link Hawklink AN/ARQ-59 radio terminal sets for the Royal Australian Navy MH-60R aircraft under the Foreign Military Sales (FMS)... Read more
30-Oct-2013Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced new and simple worldwide weather pricing plans as well as a new position reporting service, both utilizing our global connectivity services. These services offer pilots seamless access to weather products around the world and supply position information... Read more
30-Oct-2013Source: Garmin
Garmin International Inc., a unit of Garmin Ltd. (NASDAQ: GRMN), the global leader in satellite navigation, today announced expanded capabilities and new features for the GTN series. With the latest software, operators have access to optional Class A TAWS, ADS-B out compatibility with select third-party transponders, and scheduled message alerting. “The GTN provides owners and... Read more
30-Oct-2013Source: Royal Navy
A special trials version of Wildcat – replacement for the trusty Lynx which has been in service since the 1970s – has joined aviation training/casualty treatment ship RFA Argus to gather crucial data to allow the helicopter fly from large Royal Navy warships. Wildcat will spend the bulk of its time operating from Royal Navy... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: Russian Helicopters
Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Oboronprom, part of Rostec State Corporation, is taking part in Seoul International Aerospace and Defence Exhibition (SEOUL ADEX 2013) from 29 October to 3 November 2013 at the Kintex Exhibition Centre in Seoul, South Korea. The company’s stand is in pavilion H9-C6. Russian Helicopters’ display includes the medium multi-role Ka-32A11BC, a... Read more
29-Oct-2013
Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) received a $113 million contract from the U.S. Air Force to design, develop, field and sustain aircrew training devices for HH-60G Pave Hawk search and rescue helicopters. Under the contract, Lockheed Martin will deliver eight HH-60G training simulators, spares and logistics support to the U.S. Air Force as part of the Pave Hawk Equivalent... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: AgustaWestland
Public opinion, private organisations and governments are expressing growing interest in environmental issues and sustainable development, thus helping to create an arena for the development of more stringent policies and laws that will promote environmental protection. In this context, AgustaWestland SpA has decided to launch a process for the development of an environmental management system in accordance... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: US Army
A new study by Army researchers is looking at inserting carbon nanotubes into the structural design of helicopter rotor blades in hopes this approach eliminates a list of deficiencies highlighted particularly in Iraq and Afghanistan conflicts. Dr. Bryan Glaz, Dr. Jaret Riddick, and Ed Habtour, research engineers within the U.S. Army Research Laboratory’s Vehicle Technology... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: Hispanic Business
The AH-64E is getting rave reviews from Fort Carson soldiers who are among the first troops to fly the latest version of the Apache attack helicopter. see full story... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today that AGC Composites and Aerostructures will design, develop and manufacture the over wing fairing for the Bell V-280 Valor™. “We are excited AGC Composites and Aerostructures is joining Team Valor and will provide the over wing fairing for the Bell V-280 tiltrotor,” said John Garrison, president... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: Rockwell Collins
The Rockwell Collins HF-9000 high-frequency radio system has been selected by Korea Aerospace Industries for the Republic of Korea Marine Helicopter program. The system will be used for voice communication, primarily during Navy amphibious missions. “This contract marks the first time that a Republic of Korea helicopter program will feature the advanced technology of the... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: USMC
Lt. Col. Nicholas A. Morris relinquished command of Marine Heavy Helicopter Squadron (HMH) 461 to Lt. Col. Wade J. Dunford during a change of command ceremony at the HMH-461 flight line, Oct. 18. Morris’ first duty station was Marine Corps Air Station New River in 1997, where he served as a pilot for Marine Heavy... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: Dakota Air Parts
Dakota Air Parts and ASI Services are showcasing rotor-wing support services during the Seoul International Aerospace & Defense Exhibition (Seoul ADEX 2013). Seoul ADEX runs from October 29 to November 3 at the KINTEX Exhibition Center. The strategic partners co-exhibited at the last Seoul ADEX in 2011. Specializing in supporting spares procurements for the legendary UH-1 and... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: Lockheed Martin
Lockheed Martin [NYSE: LMT] received a $33.9 million follow-on production contract from the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC), Crane Division, for the Target Sight System (TSS), the fire control system for the U.S. Marine Corps’ AH-1Z Cobra attack helicopter. TSS’ advanced sensors provide pilots with enhanced capabilities to acquire, track and designate targets. TSS Lot 10 deliveries will... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: P&WC
Accompanied by Quebec Premier Pauline Marois, Quebec government representatives, members of the aerospace industry and academic/research sectors and many employees, John Saabas, President, Pratt & Whitney Canada (P&WC), today announced investments totalling $275 million over five years, including the creation of a World-Class Centre of Excellence for Intelligent Manufacturing in Longueuil. P&WC is a United... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: Eurocopter
Following the HeliHub.com report on 24th October, Eurocopter issued the following on 28th:- Eurocopter will supply three AS365 N3 Dauphin helicopters to the Lithuanian Air Force for a renewed countrywide search and rescue service with around-the-clock availability, adding another customer to the list of global operators using this twin-engine rotorcraft for vital life-saving missions. The... Read more
29-Oct-2013
The Aerospace division report was as follows:- Sales were $150.7 million, a decrease of $0.6 million from sales of $151.3 million in the third quarter of 2012. Sales increased $26.3 million related to higher shipments of our JPF to foreign customers and the recognition of revenue under the SH-2G(I) contract with New Zealand. These increases... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: Selex ES
Selex ES, a Finmeccanica company, has been awarded a contract worth €8.1M (£6.8M) from the UK Ministry of Defence to supply further Titan 385ES-HD electro-optic turrets for the Royal Air Force’s fleet of CH-47 Chinook transport helicopters. The contract follows the successful delivery of 45 Titan turrets procured under previous contracts and will see 15... Read more
29-Oct-2013Source: Russian Helicopters
Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Oboronprom, part of Rostec State Corporation, announces its entry into European Aerospace Quality Group (EAQG). The company’s membership application was approved by the EAQG Executive Committee in the end of September 2013. In October 2013, the delegation of Russian Helicopters participated in the activities of the International Aerospace Quality Group... Read more
28-Oct-2013Source: BBC
Nearly 150 new homes are being bought by the Ministry of Defence (MoD) in south Somerset for military personnel moving to RNAS Yeovilton. It comes as 600 soldiers prepare to join the Yeovilton base from 1 Regiment Army Air Corps. See full story... Read more
28-Oct-2013Source: US Army
The U.S. Army Research Laboratory (ARL) helped figure out 20 years ago a revolutionary way to increase transmission power in the Apache helicopter without increasing the transmission’s size or weight. Split-torque face gear technology is now inside the Improved Drive System of the new Apache Block III helicopter that began delivery in October 2011. With... Read more
28-Oct-2013Source: Eurocopter
Eurocopter will attend the Seoul International Aerospace & Defence Exhibtion (Seoul ADEX 2013) at the KINTEX Exhibition Centre in South Korea from October 29 to November 3. The company will display the Surion Korean Utility Helicopter (KUH) developed in partnership with Korea Aerospace Industries. This military transport helicopter, which entered into service this year, demonstrates... Read more
28-Oct-2013Source: Russian Helicopters
Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Oboronprom, part of Rostec State Corporation, yesterday hosted a plenary session of the Russian government’s defence industry committee to discuss staff training to support the future of Russia’s military industries, and a meeting on cooperation between military enterprises in Russia and Belarus. The session took place at Kazan Helicopters, and... Read more
28-Oct-2013Source: Bloomberg
U.S. Marine Corps personnel improperly recorded data used to measure the combat readiness rate of the MV-22 Osprey made by Textron Inc. and Boeing Co. in the three years ending in 2011, according to the Pentagon’s inspector general. see full story... Read more
25-Oct-2013Source: Helibras
Helibras just won another important step in the process of transfer of technology, needed for the company’s goal of developing a helicopter in Brazil. Eurocopter has granted permission to Helibras sign the Certificates of Conformity for mounting the gearbox main (CTP) of EC725/225, which means that teams formed by Brazilian technicians assume full responsibility of this... Read more
25-Oct-2013Source: US Army
The 4th Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment, started their nine-month operation with 380 soldiers and 30 OH-58D Kiowa Warrior helicopters in South Korea as the first Rotational Forces Attack Reconnaissance Squadron sent to Korea Oct. 1. The first rotational ARS, 4th Squadron, 6th Cavalry Regiment, from Joint Base Lewis McChord, Wash., completed deployment with their equipment... Read more
25-Oct-2013Source: Helibras
[electronic translation] The new CEO of Eurocopter, Guillaume Faury held on Wednesday (23) a visit to the Helibrás units in São Paulo and Itajubá. The president was in Brazil to meet the workshops and the production line and make a speech to company employees. He reinforced the priorities for the employees of the group: Customer... Read more
25-Oct-2013
Sikorsky Aircraft and United Technologies Corporation today committed a total of $1 million to the Army Historical Foundation, the official fund-raising organization for the future National Museum of the United States Army. Sikorsky is a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX). Sikorsky President Mick Maurer presented the commitment check to retired Gen. William Hartzog, Army... Read more
25-Oct-2013Source: Sikorsky
The India joint venture established between Tata Advanced Systems and Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation today announced that its S-92® helicopter cabin production in India has become 100 percent indigenous. The India operation is not only assembling cabins but also producing all parts needed for the assembly, before shipping the cabins to the U.S. for aircraft completion and customer... Read more
25-Oct-2013Source: SAIC
Science Applications International Corporation (SAIC) (NYSE: SAIC) announced today at the Association of the United States Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting and Exposition that it will donate $250,000 to Operation Homefront. As part of SAIC’s commitment to continue its support for the families of service members and wounded warriors, this donation builds upon the company’s relationship... Read more
24-Oct-2013Source: HeliHub.com
Lithuania is to place an order for three AS365 Dauphin helicopters with Eurocopter, the Lithuanian military announced today. They will replace Mil Mi-8s in the SAR role. The order, valued at 180 Lithuanian Litas ($71.96M) includes pilot and maintenance training, three years of maintenance and various associated equipment. Financing for one of the three helicopters... Read more
24-Oct-2013Source: Cobham
Cobham will exhibit at the Association of the US Army’s (AUSA) 2013 Annual Meeting and Exposition, 21-23 October 2013, at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC. Cobham’s stand – #7143 in Halls D-E upstairs – will display capabilities including: * Deployable Oxygen Generation System – Medium (DOGS-M) to supply medical oxygen for... Read more
24-Oct-2013Source: Eurocopter
AeroVironment, Inc., (NASDAQ: AVAV) the world’s highest volume manufacturer of unmanned aircraft systems (UAS), and Eurocopter, the leading global helicopter manufacturer, today announced at the Association of the United States Army annual meeting that they have signed a cooperative agreement to explore opportunities for expanding their respective military and commercial product portfolios. “The combination of... Read more
23-Oct-2013Source: DefenceWeb
The Niger Air Force has inaugurated a new hangar for its recently acquired Gazelle helicopters See full story... Read more
23-Oct-2013Source: Zaman
nder the agreement, Turkey and Sikorsky will produce 109 Black Hawks which will be delivered to the Turkish Armed Forces, with deliveries starting in 2018 See full story... Read more
22-Oct-2013Source: Thales
AgustaWestland and Thales are under contract to supply COMPACT FLASH SONICS dipping sonars for the Republic of Korea Navy’s new AW159 Maritime Operations Helicopters. The COMPACT FLASH sonar is the newest member of Thales’s FLASH range of dipping sonars. This low-frequency, long-range sonar system is lighter and designed for smaller helicopters. It features an optimised,... Read more
22-Oct-2013Source: CAE
CAE today announced it has completed a major upgrade to one of the Chinook dynamic mission simulators located at CAE’s Medium Support Helicopter Aircrew Training Facility (MSHATF) and the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) is now training its Chinook aircrews to both the CH-47D and CH-47F standards. The upgrade was done over the past two... Read more
22-Oct-2013Source: LifePort
AUSA — LifePort, Inc. today announced it will equip U.S. Navy Sikorsky CH-53E helicopters with its Critical Systems Armor (CSA) to reduce aircraft systems damage from hostile small arms fire and other threats during combat operations. There are 40 CSA kits currently under production with deliveries beginning in the fourth quarter of this year. A... Read more
22-Oct-2013Source: Honeywell
In a major contribution to advancements in helicopter safety, Honeywell (NYSE: HON) Aerospace has completed successful testing of a newly designed Synthetic Vision Avionics Backbone (SVAB) that enables helicopter operators to integrate multiple types of sensors with Honeywell’s Synthetic Vision System to provide pilots with a 3-D view of the outside world in degraded visual environments (DVE).... Read more
22-Oct-2013Source: HeliHub.com
Sikorsky parent company United Technologies has released their Third Quarter numbers. It shows Sikorsky turnover down 6.5% from $1.645B to $1.541B and profits down 21.7% from £203M to $159M. The full UTC unaudited financial statements for the quarter to 30th September 2013, and year to date, can be found here Ben Haverdee – HeliHub.com... Read more
22-Oct-2013Source: Elbit Systems
Situational awareness technology advances developed by Elbit Systems of America LLC, provide helicopter crews the visual cues they need to negotiate landings and takeoffs, even in the most severe degraded visual environments (DVE). Incorporating technologies such as a Helmet Display and Tracker System (HDTS) with its intuitive 3D conformal grid symbology, Elbit Systems of America... Read more
22-Oct-2013Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aerospace Services today announced the introduction of configuration-specific phase maintenance kits for Sikorsky Aircraft’s legacy UH-60A and UH-60L BLACK HAWK helicopters, as well as the UH-60M model and newest international variant, the S-70i™ BLACK HAWK aircraft. Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS) is the aftermarket business of Sikorsky Aircraft Corp., a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp.... Read more
22-Oct-2013Source: AdamWorks
AdamWorks (www.adamworksinc.com), a company that designs and manufactures lightweight high-strength composite structures, has been selected by AVX Aircraft Company to provide structural engineering services in development of its Joint Multi-Role (JMR) technology demonstrator helicopter. AVX Aircraft Company announced that the Aviation and Missile Research, Development and Engineering Center (AMRDEC) of the U.S. Army has awarded AVX a Technology Investment... Read more
22-Oct-2013Source: Bell
Today Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced its participation in the Association of the US Army (AUSA) Annual Meeting and Exposition, held Oct. 21-23. Bell Helicopter will showcase a full-scale representation of its Bell V-280 Valor third generation tiltrotor and provide program updates on the OH-58 Kiowa Warrior. “We are excited to... Read more
21-Oct-2013Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today that Spirit AeroSystems (NYSE: SPR) will design, develop and manufacture the fuselage for the Bell V-280 Valor™. “We are pleased Spirit has made the strategic decision to join Team Valor and will provide the fuselage for the Bell V-280, our third generation tiltrotor,” said John... Read more
21-Oct-2013Source: HeliHub.com
The helicopter industry is this week in a state of flux. Which of the four available conference/exhibitions to go to? OK, so we realise that many industry executives would find as least one or two not applicable to their products and services, but there will be a fair proportion who have needed to make some... Read more
21-Oct-2013Source: Bell
See the Bell V-280 Valor full-scale mock-up and hear more about the next generation of vertical lift from Team Valor. You can also learn about the Bell OH-58F – the Army’s most affordable and trusted option for the modern combat scout mission. About Bell Helicopter Bell Helicopter, a wholly owned subsidiary of Textron Inc., is... Read more
18-Oct-2013Source: NASA
NASA and its international partners have appointed future crew members for the International Space Station. NASA astronaut Tim Kopra and European Space Agency astronaut Tim Peake are scheduled to launch in December 2015 and return to Earth in spring 2016. They will join the Expedition 45 crew members in orbit and will remain aboard as... Read more
18-Oct-2013Source: Reuters
Swiss resident Guido Ralph Haschke was arrested on Thursday on charges of bribery in an Indian helicopter deal won by Finmeccanica unit AgustaWestland in 2010, his lawyer said. See full story... Read more
18-Oct-2013Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aircraft, a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE:UTX), has delivered to the Colombian Army two S-70i™ BLACK HAWK helicopters incorporating a Helicopter Terrain Awareness and Warning System (HTAWS) as standard equipment. Colombia is the first country to field S-70i helicopters equipped with HTAWS, which Sikorsky has customized for the unique requirements of the combat assault and... Read more
18-Oct-2013Source: CAE
CAE today announced the appointment of Mike Greenley as Vice President and General Manager of CAE Canada, Military. With this appointment, CAE will now be operating its defence and security business activities within the Canadian market as a regional business unit. Mr. Greenley will be responsible for the general management and operation of CAE Canada,... Read more
17-Oct-2013Source: Elbit Systems
For the past two decades, Elbit Systems of America engineers and manufacturing personnel have been developing, producing and supporting sophisticated avionic systems for many advanced aircraft such as the AH-64E, V-22, F/A-18 E/F and the F-35. Now, in support of the US Army’s H-60L digital cockpit upgrade, Elbit Systems of America is leveraging its Fort Worth,... Read more
17-Oct-2013Source: RIA Novosti
Russia has proposed establishing a servicing and maintenance center in Peru for its Russian- and Soviet-made helicopters, a senior government official said Wednesday. See full story... Read more
17-Oct-2013Source: Bell
Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced today that GKN Aerospace will design, develop and manufacture the V-tail aerostructure and ruddervators for the Bell V-280 Valor™. “We are pleased to announce GKN Aerospace, a world leader in composite aerostructures, is aligning their interests and resources to join Team Valor and will provide the... Read more
17-Oct-2013Source: Frost & Sullivan
Shutdown, Sequestration, and Slowdown: the challenge of these three “S” might set a new speed to global helicopter market dynamics. Despite economic turbulences, there are opportunities and end-users’ needs unmet, which the industry can focus on. Future procurement programmes across emerging markets will support the sector development. There are also significant aftermarket support growth opportunities... Read more
16-Oct-2013Source: EDA
Catherine Ashton, High Representative of the Union for Foreign Affairs and Security Policy and Head of the European Defence Agency, published her final report in preparation of the European Council in December where Heads of State and Government will discuss security and defence topics. The report follows the three clusters defined by President van Rompuy... Read more
16-Oct-2013Source: FlightSafety
FlightSafety International announces that Ron Ladnier has been promoted to Vice President, FlightSafety Services Corporation. He replaces Mike Sangster who will be retiring from his full time position at the end of 2013. Mike will continue to serve as a consultant. “We are pleased to promote Ron to Vice President, FlightSafety Services Corporation,” said Bruce... Read more
16-Oct-2013Source: Bell
Today, Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc. company (NYSE: TXT), announced GE Aviation, an operating unit of GE (NYSE: GE), will team with Bell on its V-280 Valor™, a third generation tiltrotor. “We are very excited to welcome GE to Team Valor. GE is a world-leading engine provider, and we are pleased they have made the... Read more
16-Oct-2013Source: Elbit Systems
Elbit Systems announced today that it was awarded a follow-on contract to supply advanced Helmet Mounted Display (HMD) systems for the Republic of Korea Army’s SURION helicopter. The contract, which is in an amount that is not material to Elbit Systems, will be performed over a four-year period. Elbit Systems will supply the HMD systems to... Read more
15-Oct-2013Source: iHLS
Turkey made its latest push during Pakistani Prime Minister Nawaz Sharif’s Sept. 16-18 visit to Turkey for the Third High Level Cooperation Council meeting. Sharif was given a demonstration of the T-129’s capabilities and a potential deal was discussed. See full story... Read more
15-Oct-2013Source: Cobham
Cobham has appointed Victoria Pender to the position of Executive Vice President (EVP), Communications, with effect from 30 September 2013. Victoria brings to Cobham more than 20 years of business experience and a strong background in leadership and change management, providing strategic counsel to companies operating in sensitive, regulated environments. Operating from the Group’s Wimborne,... Read more
14-Oct-2013Source: LA Times
“Boeing significantly overstated estimates” of new components needed for CH-47F helicopters and “primarily installed used parts instead” under a $4.4-billion contract awarded in 2008, according to the report, labeled “For Official Use Only” and obtained by Bloomberg News.... Read more
14-Oct-2013Source: ReportStack
Reportstack, provider of premium market research reports announces the addition of The Global Military Rotorcraft Market 2013-2023 – Industry Trends, Recent Developments and Challenges: Market Profile market report to its offering Synopsis This report offers readers insights into technological developments in the Military Rotorcraft market, as well as detailed analysis of the changing preferences of military forces... Read more
14-Oct-2013Source: Bloomberg
The 5% withholding is the maximum that can be temporarily docked from companies for shortcomings in a system to track cost and schedule performance, under regulations the Pentagon adopted in August 2012. See full story... Read more
14-Oct-2013Source: Reportstack
Reportstack has announced a new market report on The Military Rotorcraft Market in the United Kingdom to 2023which provides a top-level, category specific view of the forecast market value of Military Rotorcraft expenditure in United Kingdom. “The Military Rotorcraft Market in the United Kingdom to 2023: Market Brief”, provides a top-level, quantitative view of forecast expenditure of... Read more
14-Oct-2013Source: Greenwich AeroGroup
Greenwich AeroGroup has hired Jim Meier as its new Vice President of Government Business Development. In his new role, Jim will lead the government market and business development strategies for Greenwich AeroGroup. Meier has held various roles during his 33 years in the industry including positions in operations, marketing, business development, contracts, program management and... Read more
14-Oct-2013Source: Star Telegram
The contract, which takes effect immediately, was approved by 93 percent of members who voted on Sunday morning at the University of Texas at Arlington’s Texas Hall. It covers more than 2,500 machinists, packers and forklift operators at the manufacturer. See full story UPDATE 14.Oct.13 Bell later issued this statement Bell Helicopter, a Textron Inc.... Read more
11-Oct-2013Source: TeraXion
TeraXion, a leader in the development and manufacturing of optical components designed for very-high-speed networks, and Esterline CMC Electronics (CMC), a leader in the design and manufacturing of avionics systems, are partnering to design next-generation transceivers. Through this partnership, CMC will benefit from TeraXion’s expertise in designing high-speed, high-volume components for fiber-optic telecommunications. In turn,... Read more
11-Oct-2013Source: AVX Aircraft
AVX Aircraft Company today announced that the Aviation and Missile Research, Development and Engineering Center (AMRDEC) of the U.S. Army has awarded AVX a Technology Investment Agreement to refine AVX’s objective aircraft design developed under a previous JMR contract and make preparations for building and flight-testing a coaxial compound helicopter technology demonstrator. AVX Aircraft Company... Read more
11-Oct-2013Source: HeliHub.com
Bell Helicopter and United Auto Workers (UAW)Local 218 have reached a “tentative agreement” on a new contract, which union members will vote on Sunday. The union has posted the following on its website to the workers it represents SUNDAY, OCTOBER 13, 2013 at 10:30am UTA TEXAS HALL, 701 W. Nedderman Drive, Arlington, TX The Union has... Read more
