2-Apr-2014Source: GE
GE Intelligent Platforms (NYSE: GE) today announced that it had received orders from Agusta Westland of Italy for GE’s MAGIC1 Rugged Display Computer. The MAGIC1 will be part of Agusta Westland’s OPLS (Obstacle Proximity LIDAR system) which the company will offer on helicopters destined for search and rescue (SAR) deployment. Helicopters operating in SAR operations... Read more
24-Mar-2014Source: AgustaWestland
Royal Canadian Air Force Rescue Crew 912 continues to receive accolades for a daring rescue with an AW101/CH-149 “Cormorant” helicopter. The latest awards are from the international aviation community for Captain Jonathon Groten, Captain Aaron Noble, Sergeant Bradley Hiscock, Master Warrant Officer Jeffrey Warden, and Master Corporal Mark Vokey. On February 25, 2014, the crew... Read more
19-Mar-2014
Military SAR helicopter crashed into the water off the Canary Islands at 2155 CET on night training flight. One rescued, four later confirmed dead when the helicopter was located under water.... Read more
13-Mar-2014Source: Highland News
Construction work began on a ground breaking new search and rescue helicopter base at Inverness Airport on Wednesday. See full story See also Balfour Beatty to build new UK SAR bases for Bristow... Read more
6-Mar-2014Source: Reuters
US Air Force decided on Tuesday to start work on a new rescue helicopter by sole-bidder Sikorsky in fiscal 2015, a surprising turnaround hours after the Pentagon told Congress the program to replace the HH-60 Pave Hawk had been postponed. See full story... Read more
27-Feb-2014Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters today signed a cooperation agreement with Priority 1 Air Rescue for the delivery of search and rescue (SAR) training. The agreement’s signing was at the 2014 Heli-Expo convention in Anaheim, California by Matthieu Louvot, Airbus Helicopters’ Senior Vice President – Support and Services, and Brad Matheson, the President of Priority 1 Air Rescue.... Read more
25-Feb-2014Source: Airbus Helicopters
Airbus Helicopters Inc. on Tuesday announced the purchase of two EC175s by CHI Aviation, to be utilized in search and rescue missions and passenger transport for its oil and gas customers along the Gulf Coast. Established in 1980 and accident free, CHI Aviation provides search and rescue and passenger transport services to oil and gas... Read more
25-Feb-2014Source: Breeze-Eastern
Responding to customer needs for faster spares parts deliveries,Breeze-Eastern Corporation (NYSE MKT: BZC), the aerospace industry’s only dedicated hoist and winch specialist, today announced plans for a new spare parts distribution system supported by significantly increased inventory levels. “We recognize that responsive spares support and turnaround times are critical to our customers’ mission success,” said... Read more
24-Feb-2014Source: Microturbo
Microturbo (subsidiary of Safran) and Bristow Group are pleased to announce the signature of the first Support By the Hour (SBH®) agreement for the Microturbo e-APU60 on the AW189 helicopter. Supporting 11 search and rescue aircraft and 6 operating in the Oil & Gas sector, this contract is the first of its kind in support... Read more
24-Feb-2014Source: AH+RT
Advanced Helicopter+Rescue Techniques opens 12,000 sq./ft. training facility to enhance safety and training opportunities for companies, pilots and crewmembers alike. Advanced Helicopter + Rescue Techniques LLC (AH+RT), based in Portland, Ore., provides comprehensive training services covering a variety of rotary wing, aerial firefighting and technical rescue skill sets, aviation program management consulting and ‘turn-key’ aviation... Read more
23-Feb-2014Source: Air Rescue Systems
Air Rescue Systems Corp. (ARS) is proud to debut our MD 902 Explorer, allmission platform, as the latest addition to our fleet. The 902 will be center stage at MDHI’s Heli-Expo booth. The new aircraft is equipped as single pilot IFR and NVG. It’s outfitted for medevac, rescue hoist and FAST rope/Heli-Rappel ops. This platform... Read more
10-Feb-2014Source: HeliHub.com
Late last week, the AgustaWestland AW189 was certified by EASA. First deliveries are expected shortly, perhaps as early as this week with Bristow Helicopters expecting the first at their Norwich base for operations on oil rig support in the southern North Sea. Their helicopter – photographed below – is serial 49007 and is seen here... Read more
26-Jan-2014
Era Group Inc. (NYSE: ERA) (Era) is pleased to announce its Search and Rescue (SAR) Program (“EraSAR”), operating in the Gulf of Mexico, has reached its 500 mission milestone. Since the initial implementation in August 2010, the program has experienced continuous growth supporting a primary membership group consisting of its initial customer, Anadarko, followed by... Read more
6-Jan-2014Source: The Helicopter Museum
The Helicopter Museum in Weston-super-Mare is celebrating its 25th Anniversary in 2014, and to kick-start its year of celebrations it has unveiled an exhibition that charts another important Anniversary in the world of helicopter aviation. “The First Helicopter Rescue” tells the tale of the daring rescue mission that took place 60 years ago in April... Read more
2-Jan-2014Source: NOGEPA
On 20th December, NOGEPA signed a contract with North Sea Helicopters Vlaanderen (NHV) for Search and Rescue (SAR) services. The contract entails provision of SAR services from 1/1/2014 and has a minimum duration of 6 months. NHV will operate from Den Helder Airport with two AS365N (Dauphin) helicopters, supported by additional AS365N helicopters from the Botlek area. The... Read more
20-Dec-2013Source: Wall St Journal
The Norwegian government said it had inked an option to fine AgustaWestland in case two former chief executives are found guilty of corruption See full story... Read more
20-Dec-2013Source: UK Government
Prime Minister David Cameron and Business Secretary Vince Cable have welcomed the announcement that UK helicopter company,AgustaWestland, has signed a £1 billion contract to supply 16 helicopters plus support and training to the Norwegian government. Prime Minister David Cameron said: This £1 billion deal between AgustaWestland and the Norwegian government is testament to the first class engineering... Read more
19-Dec-2013Source: AgustaWestland
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce that it has been awarded a contract for 16 AW101 helicopters plus support and training, valued at approximately £1 billion (€1.15 billion), to meet the Norwegian All Weather SAR Helicopter (NAWSARH) requirement. The contract also includes an option for six further aircraft. The contract was signed at... Read more
19-Dec-2013Source: CDMC
China Air Medical & Rescue Congress 2014 will be held on May 8, 9 in Shanghai, China. This event is expected to gather government authorities, general aviation operators, international & local air ambulance operators, emergency assistance companies, maritime SAR authorities, aircraft manufacturers, and insurance companies, among others. China is one of the countries suffering the worst... Read more
19-Dec-2013Source: RCAF
A dramatic rescue unfolded yesterday afternoon in downtown Kingston, Ontario, when a crew from 424 Transport and Rescue Squadron, located at 8 Wing Trenton, Ontario, saved a crane operator who was trapped above a massive building fire. Around 2 p.m. on December 17, a fire broke out in a student residence that was under construction... Read more
17-Dec-2013Source: HeliHub.com
During the ongoing official visit to India by the Maldives’ Minister of Defence and National Security Colonel (Ret.) Mohamed Nazim, the Government of India has gifted a helicopter to the MNDF. During the ceremony held at India’s Southern Naval Command in Kochin, the helicopter was ceremonially handed over by Vice Admiral Satish Soni, the Flag... Read more
16-Dec-2013
Three AW109E have arrived for the Philippine Navy, with a further two to follow in the first quarter of 2014. See full story File photo. HeliHub.com understands these three are AW serial numbers 11808, 11809 and 11810... Read more
6-Dec-2013Source: HeliHub.com
The Argentine Coast Guard – or Prefectura Naval Argentina to give them their local name – are reportedly in negotiations for two Eurocopter EC225s and an option for a third aircraft. They are expected to replace the 1980 delivered SA330 Pumas, of which they have two currently on charge – serialled PA-11 and PA-13. A... Read more
2-Dec-2013Source: Bristow Helicopters
In the past few weeks, Bristow SAR management has been “on the road,” giving presentations at meetings scheduled across the UK, attended by an extraordinary array of operational partners with which Bristow will collaborate in years to come. Everyone working in search and rescue operations understands the importance of establishing good working relationships with Bristow’s... Read more
1-Dec-2013Source: Bristow Helicopters
On Saturday, November 30, Bristow celebrates its contribution to achieving a significant milestone — 30 years of delivering search and rescue (SAR) services from Sumburgh on behalf of the Maritime & Coastguard Agency (MCA). Bristow crew members past and present, the MCA, Sikorsky and representatives of local search and rescue operational partner organizations will gather... Read more
29-Nov-2013Source: HeliHub.com
With the contract to supply twelve AW101s to the Indian Government a hot topic this week, an amazing coincidence gives us the title of the AW101 saving an Indian national. In what appears to be a pleasant coincidence for the manufacturer, the Italian Navy yesterday put out a press release about their latest rescue –... Read more
28-Nov-2013Source: Eurocopter Canada
Eurocopter Canada Ltd. is showcasing the EC225 helicopter in St. John’s this week to demonstrate the rotorcraft’s features and capabilities for the offshore oil and gas community in Canada’s Newfoundland and Labrador province. The helicopter is in St. John’s for three days to highlight its ideal suitability for use as a crew transport aircraft, and... Read more
25-Nov-2013Source: HeliHub.com
Local press is reporting that Cyprus’ Justice Minister Ionas Nicolaou and Defence Minister Photis Photiou last week signed a Memorandum of Understanding to coordinate the operation of the country’s AgustaWestland AW139 helicopters. From the text of the official announcement, the MoU paves the way for coordination between the Police and National Guard, including a joint training... Read more
15-Nov-2013Source: Trakka
Trakka Corp Pty Ltd today announced that the A800 Trakkabeam Tactical Searchlight has been selected by Bristow Helicopters for all 22 of its new UK Search and Rescue aircraft. Bristow has been awarded the contract to deliver the UK SAR helicopter service from 2015 by the Department for Transport. Bristow will be utilizing the unique,... Read more
11-Nov-2013Source: Logan Reporter
Under this initiative, RACQ Careflight Rescue, the Central Queensland Helicopter Rescue Service and Capricorn Helicopter Rescue Service will each share in Government support to introduce NVG. see full story... Read more
11-Nov-2013Source: Norwegian Government
The Norwegian Government has decided to commence final negotiations with the company AgustaWestland Ltd. for the delivery of new search and rescue helicopters to replace the current Sea King. – I am very pleased that we are now coming forward in the acquisition process for the new search and rescue helicopters, the Minister of Justice and... Read more
7-Nov-2013Source: Congressman Joe Courtney
Connecticut’s delegation to the U.S. House of Representatives today advocated for Sikorsky’s world-class helicopters in a letter to the Norwegian Ambassador. Sikorsky was recently removed from the competitive bidding process on a contract by the Norwegian government, but Norway has had a change in government since that initial decision was made. “We find the decision... Read more
31-Oct-2013Source: Landsorganisasjonen i Norge
[Electronic translation] The purchase of new rescue helicopters must provide added value and jobs in Norway, says Hans Christian Gabrielsen, 2 Deputy Chairman of the LO. The reason for the statement is the government’s imminent election of the new rescue helicopters. The procurement of 16 new rescue helicopters to replace the Sea King, which has... 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: 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
28-Oct-2013Source: Wales Online
Plans for an SAR base have been given the go-ahead by councillors. The helicopter base can now be created at the former RAF St Athan base after the Vale of Glamorgan council awarded planning permission. See full story... 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
2-Oct-2013Source: Gulf Today
In a ceremony held on Monday at the Abu Dhabi Police GHQ, the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Interior inspected the first civil air ambulance helicopter for emergency rescue operations from onshore and offshore oilfields and facilities in Abu Dhabi – a Bell 412EP. See full story... Read more
2-Oct-2013Source: Batemans Bay Post
“A review conducted earlier this year found that it was important that our helicopter based on the South Coast remain a year-round service,” Westpac Life Saver CEO Stephen Leahy said. see full story... Read more
1-Oct-2013Source: Bond Offshore Helicopters
A Bond Offshore Helicopters (Bond) Search and Rescue (SAR) crew has received an award for its key role in a dramatic North Sea rescue last December. The Edward and Maisie Lewis award honours SAR winchmen, winch operators and pilots who have shown outstanding skill and courage in carrying out an air/sea rescue. As part of... Read more
27-Sep-2013Source: Heli-One
Heli-One has won a contract to upgrade and modify two Eurocopter AS332L1s that will enable Lufttransport AS to perform all-weather search-and-rescue (AWSAR) missions in the Arctic. In 2014 Lufttransport becomes responsible for operating the most northern AWSAR operation in the world, based in Svalbard, Norway. At 78 degrees North, the around-the-clock winter darkness is extreme.... Read more
27-Sep-2013Source: Kongsberg
Kongsberg Defence Systems (KONGSBERG) has signed an agreement to collaborate with the helicopter supplier AgustaWestland. AgustaWestland is in competition for the replacement of the Sea King in service for Norwegian Search and Rescue. The Sea King has been in service since 1972 and is also delivered by AgustaWestland. Should AgustaWestland win with their AW101 candidate,... Read more
25-Sep-2013Source: AgustaWestland
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, congratulates the Royal Canadian Air Force crew of search and rescue helicopter “Rescue 912” for winning both this year’s Cormorant Trophy, and the Prince Philip Helicopter Rescue Award from the Guild of Air Pilots and Air Navigators (GAPAN). The winners of these awards are: Captain Aaron Noble (aircraft captain) of Burnaby,... Read more
20-Sep-2013
Precautionary landing after bird strike with a goose. 16 hours later it was flown to Lossiemouth for more detailed examination... Read more
17-Sep-2013Source: HeliHub.com
On Wednesday 11th September, the Icelandic Coast Guard successfully found a hiker who was lost near Svínafellsjökull using equipment developed by local tech company Rögg Corporation. The helicopter – Super Puma TF-GNA – was called out at night and arrived on scene in rain with visibility at ground level quoted by local press as five... Read more
17-Sep-2013Source: AgustaWestland
[HeliHub.com first ran this story on 13th September – see First SAR AW139 arrives in Sweden – below is AW’s press release from 16th confirming our story] AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce that the Swedish Maritime Administration has taken delivery of its first AW139 intermediate twin engine helicopter during an official ceremony held at... Read more
15-Sep-2013Source: Belgian military
[electronic translation] On September 2, 2013, the Sea King RS-02 completed its 3000th scramble (emergency off) from the base of Koksijde. During this mission, an organ transport was performed to UZ Gent. This transport was allowed due to lack of means of civil transport available. The 40th Helicopter Squadron “Search and Rescue” (40 Sqn SAR) has... Read more
13-Sep-2013Source: Nordic Rotors
Tuesday evening saw the first of the Swedish Maritime Administration’s seven new AgustaWestland AW139s arrived in Sweden. The helicopter, registered SE-JRH and nicknamed “SAR Force One”, landed at Skavsta Airport in Nyköping at 19:00 local time, after a flight from AgustaWestland’s Vergiate plant near Milan, Italy. The Swedish Maritime Administration (SMA), or Sjöfartsverket in Swedish, is responsible... Read more
12-Sep-2013Source: Royal Family
His Royal Highness The Duke of Cambridge is to leave operational service in the Armed Forces. He completes his Tour with the Royal Air Force Search and Rescue Force at RAF Valley, Anglesey, after more than seven-and-a-half years of full-time military service. He will continue to support the work of The Queen and the Royal... Read more
12-Sep-2013Source: Bristow Helicopters
Bristow Helicopters Ltd yesterday (Wednesday, 11 September 2013) appointed Balfour Beatty as its infrastructure delivery partner to support the development of its UK Search and Rescue service. As the main contractor, the company will now begin outsourcing various aspects of the building works to local contractors in the communities in which the bases will be... Read more
12-Sep-2013Source: CHC
CHC Helicopter reported a 10-percent increase in EBITDAR(i) in its fiscal first-quarter 2014, on revenue that was virtually flat with the same quarter a year ago. The results reflected continued improvement in the company’s operating efficiency. CHC’s revenue for the three months ending July 31 was $415 million, down $1 million from last year. The... Read more
9-Sep-2013Source: Bristow
On Friday, August 23, 2013 Bristow SAR operations in Sumburgh was tasked by ARCC to conduct the rescue operations for the tragic helicopter accident that occurred offshore approximately two miles west of Sumburgh. Within minutes a Bristow SAR team was airborne, took operational command, coordinating with a Bond SAR helicopter, an RAF helicopter and RNLI.... Read more
3-Sep-2013Source: CHC
CHC Helicopter expects to release its fiscal-year 2014 first-quarter financial results, for the period ended July 31, after market close on Wednesday, Sept. 11. CHC senior leaders will discuss the company’s strategy and operating performance during a conference call and webcast on Thursday, Sept. 12, at 5:00 p.m. Eastern Time. Investors, members of the news... Read more
3-Sep-2013Source: Russian Helicopters
Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Oboronprom, part of State Corporation Rostec and a leading global designer and manufacturer of helicopters, and Almaty Rescue Service have signed a contract for the supply of an Mi-8AMT helicopter, to be delivered in 2014. The Mi-8AMT is planned to be used for rescue and medevac missions in urban areas... Read more
20-Aug-2013Source: Irish Independent
The Shannon-based search and rescue Helicopter R115 flew its first missions with a female pilot and co-pilot, Capt Dara Fitzpatrick and Capt Carmel Kirby. see full story... Read more
8-Aug-2013Source: Seeking Alpha
The earnings call included Linda McNeill, Director of Investor Relations, Bill Chiles, President and CEO, Jonathan Baliff, Senior Vice President and Chief Financial Officer, Mark Duncan, Senior Vice President Commercial, Brian Allman, Vice President and Chief Accounting Officer and John Cloggie, Vice President and Chief Technical Officer. see transcript... Read more
6-Aug-2013Source: Meggitt
Meggitt PLC (“Meggitt” or “the Group”), a leading international company specialising in high performance components and sub-systems for the aerospace, defence and energy markets, has won a long-term contract award for the Sikorsky S-92® helicopter sponson fuel system. The contract starts immediately and will run until 2030, with deliveries starting in 2015. The proven and... Read more
5-Aug-2013Source: Fleet Air Arm Museum
The Fleet Air Arm Museum is proud to launch a summer exhibition from July 31 to September 5 as part of the celebration of the 60th Anniversary of Royal Navy Helicopter Search and Rescue. In 1953, the Royal Navy took delivery of its first Westland Dragonfly aircraft to form dedicated search and rescue squadrons and... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: HeliHub.com
AgustaWestland yesterday delivered an AW189 to their Yeovil plant to commence work on the EASA certification of the type in the SAR role. The aircraft is currently on the Italian register as I-PTFF and was delivered via a brief overnight stop at Norwich Airport on Monday night, and then ferried through to Yeovil yesterday. The... Read more
31-Jul-2013Source: DSCA
The Defense Security Cooperation Agency notified Congress today of a possible Foreign Military Sale to Iraq of 12 Bell 412 EP helicopters and associated equipment, parts, training and logistical support for an estimated cost of $300 million. The Government of Iraq has requested a possible sale of 12 Bell 412 EP helicopters equipped with Star... Read more
30-Jul-2013Source: AgustaWestland
At a ceremony held in London on 18th July, AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, and Bristow Group signed a contract for 11 AW189 Search & Rescue (SAR) helicopters that will be used to deliver SAR services in and around the UK. The contract was signed by Mike Imlach, Director of European Operations, Bristow Group and Geoff... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: Bristow Group
Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: BRS), the leading provider of helicopter services to the worldwide offshore energy industry, announced today it will release financial results for its fiscal year 2014 first quarter ended June 30, 2013, after the market closes on Monday, August 5. In conjunction with the release, Bristow has scheduled a conference call, which... Read more
10-Jul-2013Source: Norwegian Government
The Ministry of Justice and Public Security has informed the four bidders that further negotiations will be held with the two companies AgustaWestland and Eurocopter for the replacement of the current Sea King fleet. Norway intends to procure up to 16 new SAR helicopters with an option for additional 6. The project target is that... Read more
8-Jul-2013Source: US Navy
NAVAL AIR FACILITY ATSUGI, Japan – Two pilots and an aircrewman from Helicopter Maritime Strike Squadron (HSM) 51 were presented with awards for their rescue of five fishermen that were stranded off the coast of the Republic of the Philippines last fall. The fishermen were spotted by the helicopter crew during a routine night-time flight... Read more
1-Jul-2013Source: HeliHub.com
Bristow Helicopters today restarts providing the SAR service from Stornoway in the UK’s Hebredies Islands a month after restarting at Sumburgh. Bristow was the original holder of this contract from 1993, before CHC won it in 2007. Over the last few years huge efforts have been put in to a new nationwide SAR contract with... Read more
17-Jun-2013Source: Sikorsky
Mitsubishi Corporation has contracted with Sikorsky Aircraft, a subsidiary of United Technologies Corp. (NYSE: UTX), to acquire 11 S-76D™ helicopters for use in Search and Rescue (SAR) operations by the Japan Coast Guard (JCG). The new helicopters were ordered in three contracts that were finalized between Feb. 2012 and March 2013. The contracts are the largest series of orders... Read more
13-Jun-2013Source: SkyTrac
SkyTrac Systems (STS) announces that AgustaWestland has integrated the ISAT-200R and CDP/DVI-300 series products in their latest AW169 and AW189 helicopters. Satellite voice, data and messaging will be integrated into AgustaWestland’s proprietary mission systems for SAR, EMS, VIP and OGP operations. STS products have been factory installed on the AW139 for a number of years,... Read more
11-Jun-2013Source: Tangent Link
Chairmans report by Terry Loughran, Rear Admiral CB FRAeS, Conference Chairman. Tangent Link’s decision to return to the topic of Search & Rescue was perfectly timed as reflected in the response from the 132 attendees from 20 Nations, 24 exhibitors and enthusiastic sponsorship from AVINCIS and Airborne Technologies. The inevitable link with air capabilities,... Read more
7-Jun-2013Source: Shephard Media
A delay in the delivery of four NFH NH90 helicopters to meet the Belgian SAR requirement has compromised the government’s plans to retire its fleet of ageing Sea Kings on-schedule. (See Full Story)... Read more
6-Jun-2013Source: BBC
A £7m hangar will be built at Newquay Airport in Cornwall by the firm behind the country’s new air search and rescue service (SAR). (See Full Story)... Read more
4-Jun-2013Source: Night Flight Concepts
Night Flight Concepts, the leading provider of night vision solutions, is pleased to announce it completed the Initial Pilot Qualification and NVG Instructor Pilot training for Cougar Helicopters. Training was conducted in the Bell 206 Helicopter at the Palm Beach Helicopters Alignment Training Center in Lantana, Florida. “The overall goal was to provide Cougar with... Read more
3-Jun-2013Source: HeliHub.com
Bristow Helicopters has restarted providing the SAR service from Sumburgh Airport in the UK’s Shetland Islands from Saturday 1st June. Bristow was the original holder of this contract from 1993, before CHC won it in 2007. Over the last few years huge efforts have been put in to a new nationwide SAR contract with the... Read more
16-May-2013Source: Sikorsky
Sikorsky Aerospace Services (SAS) announced plans today to perform the first post-delivery Search and Rescue (SAR) modifications to Brunei Shell’s Sikorsky S-92® helicopter. Originally configured for offshore oil missions, the aircraft will undergo a comprehensive conversion to a SAR configuration to serve customers in Borneo and the surrounding Southeast Asia region. SAS is the aftermarket... Read more
16-May-2013Source: HeliHub.com
Bristow Helicopters have now completed their three month training period with their new SAR Sikorsky S92s. Accordingly the three newly delivered helicopters have now been moved from Inverness to Sumburgh ready for the start of operations on 1st June 2013. The “Gap SAR” contract, an interim period until Bristow’s nationwide SAR contract comes into force... Read more
15-May-2013Source: Scunthorpe Telegraph
Residents interested in the proposed development of a new Search And Rescue (SAR) helicopter base at Humberside Airport are being invited to find out more about the plans at a drop-in community exhibition. (See Full Story)... Read more
