8-Mar-2022
WINGX and Parapex Media are today officially launching a joint venture to provide their combined market intelligence on the global helicopter market. This venture combines the long-standing and deep expertise of Parapex, a leader in helicopter fleet ownership and deployment for over 20 years, and the business insight platforms developed by WINGX across the global... Read more
8-Mar-2022
Airbus Helicopters was expecting to bring an H160 to Dallas for Heli-Expo, but as we can see it never arrived. Recently, many countries closed their airspace to Russian airlines, Russian-registered aircraft and other aircraft in Russian ownership. Typically, manufacturers of larger helicopters move aircraft around the world by air freight, unless there really isn’t an... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: air bp
We are often asked whether a particular turbine aircraft can use SAF or whether one SAF fuel can be mixed with another. The answer to both is yes, as SAF is certified to the same global specifications as conventional jet. Product quality advisor, Dr Andrew Glendinning, and aviation fuels research and development manager, Dr Alisdair... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: Aerometals
The United States Special Operations Command (USSOCOM) has recently awarded aerospace manufacturing company, Aerometals a seven-year contract for the company’s engine inlet barrier filter (EIBF) engine protection system. The program calls for an initial installation of the EIBF systems on U.S. Army Special Operations helicopters over the next five years. Follow-on orders for additional airframes... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: Vislink
Vislink (Nasdaq: VISL), a global technology leader in the capture, delivery and management of high quality, live video and associated data in the media & entertainment, law enforcement and defense markets, will be showcasing the latest generation of its Airborne Video Downlink System (AVDS) at HAI HELI-EXPO 2022, in Dallas, TX, March 7-10. Vislink and... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: VFS
The Vertical Flight Society (VFS), the world’s leading non-profit organization working to advance vertical flight, is holding the first public event in the United States on the use of hydrogen and fuel cells for aviation applications. The event, the 1st H2-Aero Symposium & Workshop, is being held March 29-31, 2022, in Long Beach, California. Southern... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters
Papillon Grand Canyon Helicopters, the world’s largest and most experienced helicopter tour company, received two Diamond Awards from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for excellence in maintenance and safety. Established in 1991, the Diamond Awards are the highest aviation honor in the aircraft maintenance industry. To qualify for the award, 100 percent of an organization’s eligible... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: Outerlink
Outerlink Global Solutions is pleased to announce the launch of the AXIS Command and Control platform. The new command and control platform will serve as a replacement for the Outerlink Console v2.4 with new feature enhancements, efficient dashboard tiles, online tutorials, and in-browser voice and text messaging. AXIS is unlike anything in the industry. With... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: Astronautics
Astronautics Corporation of America announces the launch of its AeroSync Mission (AEC115) connectivity solution and branding of its AeroSync connectivity product line at HAI Heli-Expo 2022. AeroSync is a next-generation of secure and integrated connectivity products that enable quick and reliable data transmission for crews and passengers operating in demanding helicopter environments. AeroSync Mission is... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters has signed with All Nippon Helicopter (ANH) a five-year HCare Smart parts-by-the-hour contract for the customer’s first H160, demonstrating strong commitment to the entry into service of the aircraft.Under this customised HCare material management programme, ANH’s H160 is guaranteed the supply of spare parts and repaired parts at a fixed rate per flight... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: Rusada
Romanian Oil & Gas operator Vega Offshore has chosen Rusada’s ENVISION software to manage its airworthiness and maintenance operations, and is now fully live on the system. Vega Offshore uses a fleet of Airbus Helicopters H155’s to provide services to the offshore Oil & Gas industry. From its bases in Constanta, Romania it operates... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: Precision Support Services
Precision has taken delivery of the 295th Guimbal Cabri G2 and plans to hand over the key fob to the new PNW private customer at HAI Heli Expo 2022 in Dallas, TX this week. While getting the aircraft to Texas on time for the show has been a challenge due to sea freight delays, port... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: Genesys Aerosystems
Genesys Aerosystems, a Moog Inc. company, announced its new Genesys Control Panel (GCP) for its current Genesys Digital Radio (GDR) product line. The GCP provides additional interface and control options for the GDR Nav/Comm integrated radio product when not installing with the Genesys Avionics Suite®. The GCP provides users with a single controller for VHF... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: SPAES
Due to the shutdown of the 2G network, a telephone modem for a helicopter was manufactured for a customer and the data transfer system was exchanged from 2G to 4G in an Airbus H125. The telephone modem is used in the helicopter to communicate with on-the-ground units. SPAES offered the complete package from start to... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: Leonardo
The AW609 tiltrotor sets another major milestone further expanding its future user base with the addition of an undisclosed, long-established European operator of Leonardo helicopters. Under the signed agreement, this operator aims at introducing four AW609s to carry out a range of passenger transport missions supporting its point-to-point operations worldwide. For this purpose, the... Read more
8-Mar-2022Source: Northrop Grumman
Northrop Grumman Corporation (NYSE: NOC) has been awarded a contract from the Defense Advanced Research Projects Agency’s (DARPA) Perceptually-enabled Task Guidance (PTG) program to develop a prototype artificial intelligence (AI) assistant. The prototype will be embedded in an augmented reality (AR) headset to help rotary pilots perform expected and unexpected tasks. Northrop Grumman’s prototype AI... Read more
7-Mar-2022
Robinson Helicopter Company will display an R66 Turbine, R44 Raven II, R44 Cadet, and R66 Newscopter at this year’s Heli Expo in Dallas. All four aircraft are sold and will be delivered immediately following the exhibit. SKY Helicopters, Robinson’s longtime dealer in Garland, Texas will take delivery of three of the four aircraft. The R66... Read more
7-Mar-2022
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin Company [NYSE: LMT] together with GE Aviation and Milestone Aviation, announce the S-92® helicopter arrived at HAI HELI-EXPO 2022 using a blend of Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The helicopter utilized a combination of biofuel, as well as traditional jet fuel in the 1500 mile cross country flight. “As a Corporation, we... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: VRM Switzerland
The world leading Virtual Reality Helicopter Training Device manufacturer VRM Switzerland delivers its Training Device to Colorado Highland Helicopters (CHH). The Durango, CO based helicopter operator and flight school ordered an Airbus H125 simulator to offer basic flight training, mountain flying and special operations like external sling load instruction. CHH intends to qualify the device... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: Metro Aviation
Metro Aviation began in 1982 as a helicopter charter, flight training, and maintenance operation. Today, it is the largest traditional air medical operator and largest air medical completion center in the world, operating 155 aircraft for 39 programs across the United States. This year, the company commemorates its 40th anniversary by celebrating its rich history... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: SAFE Structure Designs
S.A.F.E. Structure Designs has announced the delivery of custom fall protection maintenance platforms to the Army in Ft Hood, Texas. The SAFETY FIRST ergonomic platforms allow technicians SAFE access to all areas of their Boeing CH-47F aircraft fleet. The set of platforms are equipped with the latest features including a seamless fit to the aircraft with... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: Volocopter
Volocopter, the pioneer of urban air mobility, has raised USD 170 million in the initial signing of its Series E funding round led by South Korean investor WP Investment, at a pre-money valuation of USD 1.7 billion. Composed of funds by new and existing investors, the money raised will assist with the certification of Volocopter’s electric... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: Jet Aviation
Jet Aviation Australia announced today that it has sold five Bell 407GXi helicopters to Nautilus Aviation. As Bell’s independent representative for Australia, New Zealand, Papua New Guinea and New Caledonia, Jet Aviation Australia has also been commissioned to customize the five helicopters. Staggered redelivery will commence in late 2022. “We’ve been supporting Nautilus Aviation... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: Pacific AirHub
New Zealand-based Pacific AirHub, one of the global helicopter sales leaders, has solidified its standing in Africa by partnering with a local associate, Cornéll Grové. The move has come after the company has established its presence throughout Australia and New Zealand and set its sights on the African continent. The continent is currently in a... Read more
7-Mar-2022
CNC Technologies, an aviation technology and wireless communications company serving the law enforcement, military and government markets, announced today it has deployed an airborne law enforcement mission suite for the Nebraska State Patrol’s (NSP) new Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopter. Completed in partnership with Force Aviation of Dallas, Texas, the state-of-the-art mission suite provides... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: US Army
The United States delivered two UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters at Zagreb Airport, Feb. 4. The arrival of the U.S. Black Hawk weapon system was part of the 2018 Croatia Vertical Lift program. Communication, Navigation and Radar Systems were included in a total package approach to improve Croatia’s ability to move personnel and supplies, as well... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: Essex and Herts Air Ambulance
Essex and Herts Air Ambulance (EHAAT) hosted a visit by Their Royal Highnesses The Earl and Countess of Wessex. As a local life-saving charity, we work alongside the hospitals, emergency services and supporting organisations across the region. Today’s visit was an opportunity to bring everyone together at EHAAT’s new airbase at North Weald, enabling The... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: Rotortrade
As a celebration of its 10-year anniversary and to demonstrate its commitment with their mission of transforming the pre-owned helicopter market, Rotortrade broke ground on their second office in the USA and their first hangar at Treasure Coast International Airport-KFPR. The new facility adjacent to runway 32 features a hangar and office space of 10,000... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: Boost Systems
Boost Human External Cargo Systems(Boost Systems-www.boostsystems.ca), a global industry leader in the provision of Supplemental Type Certified human external cargo (HEC) systems and training services for the rescue, utility, public safety and defense sectorsis exhibiting at Heli-Expo 2022 (Booth #1804) in Dallas, Texas from March 8th – 10th, 2022. “We’re excited to be attending this... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: Aero Asset
Aero Asset will release its 2021 Heli Market Trends report next week and be available to discuss details at a press conference scheduled for 10:30 a.m., Tuesday, March 8, at HAI HELI-EXPO, in room D222 at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. Company President Emmanuel Dupuy and his team will comment on the reasons... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: ITC-AeroLeasing
ITC-AeroLeasing has successfully commenced the delivery and lease of one EMS configured Airbus Helicopters H135T3H to a European operator, which provides special mission services worldwide. “We are very pleased to serve this well-established European operator on its critical EMS missions. This delivery not only expands ITC’s footprint in Europe, but also furthers one of our... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: NAVAIR
The Navy is working to develop a new mine countermeasure (MCM) sensor suite for the MQ-8C Fire Scout that that will enable the unmanned helicopter to detect and localize mines and obstacles on land and at-sea. The Fire Scout program office, in conjunction with the Office of Naval Research (ONR), and Program Executive Office Unmanned... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: MD Helicopters
MD Helicopters, Inc. (MDHI) will return to HAI HELI-EXPO in booth #9554, sharing its successes in the two years since its leadership change. Featured in the MDHI booth is Wilson Construction’s MD500E to MD530F conversion helicopter. Aurora, Oregon-based Wilson Construction upgraded its MD 500E during overhaul to take advantage of increased hot-and-high performance capability. The conversion... Read more
7-Mar-2022Source: CNC Technologies
CNC Technologies, an aviation technology and wireless communications company serving the law enforcement, military and government markets, announced today it has named law enforcement veteran Shannon Mack as director, law enforcement sales. Mack joins CNC following a distinguished career with the Anne Arundel County Police Department where he served across a broad variety of roles,... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: Metro Aviation
Flight For Life is upgrading its fleet of critical care helicopters with the addition of two new Airbus EC145e aircraft. The new helicopters will be replacing aircraft at their bases in Waukesha, WI, and Burlington, WI, and introducing a new paint scheme for the first time in fourteen years. The new EC145e is equipped with... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: American Wild Horse Campaign
New polling released today by the American Wild Horse Campaign (AWHC) finds 74 percent of American voters, regardless of political affiliation, oppose helicopter roundups of wild horses and burros, a common yet outdated, inhumane, and taxpayer funded population management tool used by the Bureau of Land Management (BLM). More so, three out of four Americans... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: UK CAA
At today’s Global Urban Advanced Air Summit Tim Johnson UK Civil Aviation Authority Policy Director and Jay Merkle from the US Federal Aviation Administration spoke of both organisations aims to work together to support the future of electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft. Both organisations have released a joint statement: The US Federal Aviation Administration... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: Safran
With the Tiger attack helicopter scheduled for a mid-life upgrade, Safran Electronics & Defense has won a contract to supply 85 Euroflir 510 optronic (electro-optical) sights from the Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation (OCCAR), on behalf of the French and Spanish defense procurement agencies. This gyro-stabilized optronic system, successor to the Strix sight, will be... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: Ecocopter
The more than 18 years of experience of Ecocopter in the aeronautical industry, a company that has the largest and most modern fleet of helicopters in the southern cone, joins the trajectory of bbosch, a company with more than 60 years of excellence in the metal-mechanical industry and electrical infrastructure and development, in order to... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: ForeFlight
Attendees will see better mission planning with advanced weather tools, briefing, filing, custom content, and powerful hazard awareness features, all in one integrated app during HELI-EXPO, March 8-10. Booth 8625. WHAT’S NEW Custom Content Packs: Adapt ForeFlight to the unique needs of your operation with bundles of custom content seamlessly distributed and updated via the... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: ViewTech
After HAI HELI-EXPO was cancelled in 2021 due to COVID-19, ViewTech Borescopes will be exhibiting at booth 7802 during the annual event. With over 600 exhibitors and more than 14,000 industry professionals expected to attend, the international helicopter association will convene March 7 – 10 at the Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center in Dallas, Texas.... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: ASU
Aviation Specialties Unlimited, Inc. (ASU), a trusted provider modifying aircraft for civil and military night vision operations for more than 25 years, received notification from EASA that ASU has obtained STCs for the Bell 212, 412, AB212, AB412, and 412EP under a single EASA STC 10078190. The original STC from the FAA is SR01634SE. Because... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: CNC Technologies
CNC Technologies, an aviation technology and wireless communications company serving the law enforcement, military and government markets, announced today it has deployed an airborne law enforcement mission suite for the Nebraska State Patrol’s (NSP) new Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopter. Completed in partnership with Force Aviation of Dallas, Texas, the state-of-the-art mission suite provides... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: Airbus Helicopters
OCCAR (Organisation for Joint Armament Cooperation), on behalf of the French and Spanish Armament General Directorate, the DGA (Direction Générale de l’Armement) and the DGAM (Dirección General de Armamento y Material) has awarded a contract to Airbus Helicopters for the development, production, and initial in-service support of the Tiger MkIII attack helicopter upgrade programme. The... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: US Army
The U.S. Army Corps of Engineers is building a $5 million Multi-use Helicopter Training facility to replace the current Special Helicopter Operations Complex training facility at Fort Campbell, Kentucky. This one-of-a-kind facility consists of a deck landing trainer designed to replicate a Destroyer Designated Guided DDG-103 class ship, nicknamed the “U.S.S. Truxton” and will include... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: Karolinska University Hospital
Karolinska University Hospital will be the first in Sweden to have a new type of medical helicopter that can provide the sickest patients with advanced care, even in the air. The helicopter can bring patients from all over the country to Karolinska. A contract for the operation and delivery of an Agusta Westland 139 (AW... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: Overair
Overair, Inc., developer of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) vehicles, today announced the successful commencement of Butterfly’s full-scale propulsion system test program, a significant milestone towards Overair’s target of first flight by 2023. Some of the most important attributes of an eVTOL aircraft are safety, community acceptance, and economic productivity in real-world conditions, each... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: Ex-Change Parts
Ex-Change Parts AB has finalised an agreement with one of the world’s largest Helicopter operator, which facilitates Ex-Change Parts AB’s purchase of the operator’s worldwide surplus EC225 Super Puma stock inventory. The EC225, now renamed as the H225, is the latest member of the Airbus Helicopters’ Super Puma family, which the operator had up to... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: Rotortrade
Rotortrade, the leading global helicopter distributor, is proud to announce the opening of a new office in Italy and the appointment of Massimo Vilardi as Sales Director. Massimo will be responsible for the Italian market and help develop the UK market. Massimo, an aerospace engineer and private pilot, has more than 20 years of experience... Read more
4-Mar-2022Source: FinnHEMS
FinnHEMS will complement its EC135 helicopter fleet in use at its southern bases to ensure uninterrupted medical helicopter service expansion next autumn. The new base serving Ostrobothnia will open in Seinäjoki from the end of 2022. The helicopter will be acquired used by FinnHEMS. In the future, four southern bases in Vantaa, Turku, Tampere and... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: Wiltshire Air Ambulance
Wiltshire Air Ambulance has decided to continue with its existing helicopter until at least 2025. It follows a review by the charity’s board and leadership team, which formed part of its three-year strategy launched last August. The charity has used its existing Bell 429 helicopter since becoming a standalone operation in 2015. Wiltshire Air... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: Marenco AG
Marenco AG is pleased to present at this year’s HAI-Heliexpo the vision of a complete new development of a helicopter family. An innovative idea for a powerful, economical and safe helicopter. The development starts with a single engine helicopter. Based on that platform, the twin-engine helicopter is developed in a further step. The helicopter covers... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: FRACSA
We’re excited to announce that FRASCA has joined forces with Columbus, OH-based FlightSafety International. FlightSafety has traditional strength in high-quality training in large Level D simulators and FRASCA’s strength in training development and ab initio flight training makes this partnership beneficial for both entities. This acquisition will better allow each company to increase its ability... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: DART Aerospace
DART Aerospace is pleased to announce that it has acquired the aircraft equipment manufacturer Paravion Technology Inc. and Century Helicopters Inc., its maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO)/service center arm. Based in Fort Collins, Colorado, Paravion Technology designs, manufactures, and sells a variety of aftermarket accessories and OEM equipment for a wide range of airplanes and... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: Supernal
Supernal announced it signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the City of Miami to create a comprehensive engagement framework that will enable development of advanced air mobility (AAM). The MOU affords Supernal and the City the opportunity to take meaningful steps toward delivering innovative, multimodal and community-focused mobility solutions that benefit people and society.... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: Carolina GSE
Carolina GSE, a global provider of aviation ground support equipment, aircraft parts, consumables, and avionics solutions, is pleased to announce that it will attend the annual HAI HELI-EXPO in Dallas, Texas in March 2022. Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center Dallas (KBHCCD) hosts HELI-EXPO from March 8th through the 10th this year. Members of the Carolina... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: Vita Inclinata
Vita Inclinata (Vita), developer and producer of helicopter and crane load stabilization and precision hardware, today announced that company representatives will be in attendance at HAI Heli Expo, held March 7-10 in Dallas, TX, booth #8243. At the expo, Vita will provide booth visitors a first look at their Sling Load and Hoist Rescue models as... Read more
3-Mar-2022
Albany International Corp. (NYSE: AIN) announced today that its subsidiary Albany Engineered Composites (AEC) has been selected by Sikorsky Aircraft to produce the complete CH-53K Aft Transition assembly in a competitively bid 10-year long term agreement (LTA) covering Lots 7 through 14. Long-lead funding is already underway to support the schedule and the contract is... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: Dropsafe
In response to increased industry demand from the energy, marine and healthcare sectors, Dropsafe has expanded its Helideck Perimeter Safety Net range. Dropsafe now offers two different versions of the Net, ensuring that all facilities can access a tailored safety solution according to their budget, location and facility requirements. Mike Rice, Dropsafe Commercial Director, commented:... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: NAVAIR
The CH-53K King Stallion test team, part of the Heavy Lift Program Office, PMA-261, is the recipient of the Department of the Navy Test and Evaluation Working Integrated Product Team (WIPT) award for 2021. The 18-person WIPT will be honored in a virtual ceremony this spring. According to the award announcement the team, “demonstrated superior... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: RECCO
The California Highway Patrol, Valley Division Air Operations, is the sixth search and rescue organization to be operational in the USA with the RECCO SAR helicopter detector. The detector will be used to search for missing people in the outdoors year-round. Many Search & Rescue teams in California are equipped with handheld RECCO detectors for... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: US Dept. of Interior
The Department of the Interior announced the results of the nation’s highest-grossing competitive offshore energy lease sale in history, including oil and gas lease sales, with the New York Bight offshore wind sale. These results are a major milestone towards achieving the Biden-Harris administration’s goal of reaching 30 gigawatts of offshore wind energy by 2030.... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: EHang
EHang Holdings Limited (Nasdaq: EH) (“EHang” or the “Company”), the world’s leading autonomous aerial vehicle (“AAV”) technology platform company, today announces the appointment of Mr. Xin Fang as the Chief Operating Officer (“COO”) of EHang, effective on February 24, 2022. Mr. Xin Fang will be in charge of the Company’s daily operations, with a focus... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: HAI
Helicopter Association International (HAI) is pleased to announce the candidates for this year’s election to the HAI Board of Directors. If elected, each director will serve a term of three years beginning Jul. 1, 2022. Three positions are available: two for helicopter operator, general aviation, and one for helicopter operator, commercial. The candidates for the... Read more
3-Mar-2022Source: Embry-Riddle
Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University has selected Helicopter Institute Inc. (HI) as the sole provider of the Helicopter Flight Training Program to students at the university’s Prescott, Arizona, campus. Excited for the opportunity, HI looks forward to utilizing its decades of rotorcraft training knowledge to enhance and optimize the Embry-Riddle student experience. “Our goal has always remained consistent:... Read more
2-Mar-2022Source: Ascent
We are pleased to announce that Ascent is becoming global, expanding its footprint to Chile. Beyond Asia Pacific, Ascent users in Chile can now avail of air taxis and enjoy experiences of a new kind. With Ascent, users can connect between Santiago and popular locations in a matter of minutes. This launch represents an important... Read more
2-Mar-2022Source: Spright
Spright, the drone division of Air Methods, announced today that it has partnered with Interpath Laboratory to launch a first-of-its-kind drone delivery network that can transfer lab specimens. The first proof-of-concept test flight was last week with the Yellowhawk Tribal Health Center to Interpath’s main medical laboratory location in Pendleton, OR. The proof-of-concept initiative is... Read more
2-Mar-2022Source: Philippine News Agency
The Philippine Air Force (PAF) is looking to have more training opportunities with the United States Army Pacific Command (USARPAC), as it is poised to get more S-70i “Black Hawk” combat utility helicopters. This is among the matters discussed by PAF commander Lt. Gen. Connor Anthony Canlas and USARPAC chief Gen. Charles Flynn during the... Read more
2-Mar-2022Source: Thales
For the first time, the German Navy will rely on Thales to equip its NH90 Multi Role Frigate Helicopter (MRFH) with FLASH SONICS. The FLASH system (Folding Light Acoustic System for Helicopters) is currently the leading dipping sonar on the international market and has become the benchmark system for the world’s major navies. In a... Read more
2-Mar-2022Source: StandardAero
StandardAero is unveiling the industry’s first 4-Axis autopilot available for retrofit on AS350 helicopters with demonstration flights at the 2022 HAI/Heli-Expo on March 8-10. The autopilot, developed in partnership with Thales and known as StableLight, is equipped in an AS350 test rotorcraft which will be located at the Dallas Kay Bailey Hutchinson Convention Center Vertiport... Read more
2-Mar-2022Source: East Anglian Air Ambulance
East Anglian Air Ambulance (EAAA) is the first air ambulance in the UK to upgrade its Airbus H145 helicopter with a new five blade rotor head. This UK-engineering first will generate more lift, reduce vibrations and improve handling and stability, providing improved comfort for EAAA’s patients and crew as they operate 24/7. The Norwich-based Anglia... Read more
2-Mar-2022
Martin has an extensive career as a pilot, instructor, and examiner. In fact, he has been involved with Coptersafety since the very beginning. ”I have been on board with Coptersafety since the beginning of this journey. I, as also many others, have seen and participated in the development during the years. We have been successful... Read more
2-Mar-2022Source: FinnHEMS
The flight operations of Finnish medical helicopters were fully transferred to the state-owned company FinnHEMS on 11 February 2022, when the service agreement between FinnHEMS and flight operator Babcock Scandinavian AirAmbulance expired. In the future, nationwide HEMS operations will be carried out by FinnHEMS’ subsidiary FinnHEMS Flight Services Ltd at all medical helicopter bases in... Read more
2-Mar-2022Source: Helicopter Ground School
Kenny Keller, creator of Helicopter Online Ground School, has been providing valuable training to pilots for 10 years and has become the only provider of helicopter specific ground training. Courses available are the private pilot, instrument pilot, commercial pilot, and certified flight instructor courses. Each course is subscription based monthly or the professional pilot package... Read more
2-Mar-2022Source: SAFE Structure Designs
S.A.F.E. Structure Designs has announced the delivery of custom fall protection maintenance platforms to the Army National Guard in Springfield Missouri. The SAFETY FIRST ergonomic platforms allow technicians SAFE access to all areas of their Sikorsky UH-60 aircraft fleet. The set of platforms are equipped with the latest features including a seamless fit to the aircraft... Read more
