23-Apr-2025Source: Air Methods
Air Methods, in collaboration with Baptist Health and Wolfson Children’s, expand access to rapid, life-saving medical transport by adding a third helicopter to its Life Flight fleet. The addition of a new aircraft expands the coverage area of air transport services, including rural or isolated areas where other medical care may not be easily accessible.... Read more
20-Feb-2025Source: Schweizer
Schweizer is pleased to announce U.S. Aviation Training Solutions (USATS) of Titusville, Florida, has taken delivery of the first 300BCi helicopter in its 25 aircraft purchase agreement with Schweizer. Shortly before the pandemic, USATS made a firm order for 20 Schweizer 300CBis with an option for five more as a part of the company’s fleet... Read more
4-Nov-2024Source: Eve Air Mobility
Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) (NYSE: EVEX; EVEXW), a global electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft manufacturer and services provider, has announced a $50M loan from Citibank N.A. (“Citibank”). The funding, which will strengthen Eve’s balance sheet, will support the company’s aircraft research and development program. With this additional loan, Eve’s 2Q24 pro-forma liquidity increases... Read more
24-Oct-2024Source: Airlant
Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron (HM) 12 embarked on a significant mission to Titusville, Florida, Oct. 16, where they officially presented an MH-53E Sea Dragon helicopter to the National Naval Aviation Museum (NNAM), which will be on loan to Valiant Air Command in Titusville. “We are excited to see this Airborne Mine Countermeasures (AMCM) community be... Read more
16-Sep-2024Source: Flexjet
Flexjet, a leading luxury private aviation company, is once again joining the yacht show circuit with activations featuring its Sikorsky S-76 super-midsize helicopter at the Newport International Boat Show on September 12-15, and at the Fort Lauderdale International Boat Show on October 30 – November 3. The helicopter will be open for boarding throughout each event, giving luxury travel enthusiasts the opportunity to... Read more
9-Sep-2024Source: HeliHub.com
Flager County has now officially received its brand-new Airbus H125 in a late August ceremony – the aircraft will be operated by their Fire & Rescue unit under the program name of “FireFlight”. From the July 2023 press announcement by Airbus, the central Florida county ordered the new helicopter to replace their existing AS350B3, the oldest... Read more
14-Aug-2024Source: Trakka Systems
Trakka Systems, a leading provider of critical vision technologies for airborne public safety missions, announced the successful delivery and installation of two Total Mission Solutions for the Tucson Police Air Support Unit. The Tucson Police Department (TPD), established in 1972, operates a fleet of three Bell 206 helicopters to patrol and secure the city of... Read more
2-Aug-2024Source: Airbus Helicopters
The Miami-Dade Police Department has placed an order for four new Airbus H125 helicopters. These additions will enhance the department’s aerial capabilities, further strengthening its commitment to public safety and operational efficiency. “We are pleased that the Miami-Dade Police Department has selected the H125 to support their critical law enforcement missions,” said Bart Reijnen, President... Read more
31-Jul-2024Source: Outerlink
Marion County Sheriff’s Office (MCSO) has teamed with Outerlink to develop an STC design for the Air IP™ Wi-Fi system in their Bell 407 helicopter. MCSO has put the Air IP system through many real-time operations as part of the development. They have received a consistent level of high bandwidth connectivity throughout their county. The... Read more
18-Jul-2024Source: UrbanLink Air Mobility
UrbanLink Air Mobility LLC (UrbanLink), a pioneering advanced air mobility (AAM) operator based in South Florida, has entered into a partnership agreement with Skyway Technologies Corp. (Skyway), a leading vertiport development and operations company based in California, for the joint placement of vertiports in key U.S. and Caribbean markets. UrbanLink and Skyway plan to release more... Read more
3-Jun-2024Source: HeliHub.com
Strong gales recently spread through US Naval Air Station Whiting Field in Florida and caused damage to 41 new TH-73 Thrasher training helicopters in mid-May 2024, according to a Navy spokesman. The following statement was issued by the Commander, Naval Air Training Command (CNATRA): “On May 13, at approximately 10:35 a.m. CST, a significant weather... Read more
19-Apr-2024Source: Enstrom
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation made the trip to Lakeland, Florida for a dynamic appearance at this year’s SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo. The annual aircraft showcase attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors, earning it the designation of “spring break for pilots.” SUN ‘n FUN features more than 500 exhibitors, a series of hands-on workshops, and dozens... Read more
7-Nov-2023Source: Flexjet
Flexjet, Inc., a global leader in private aviation, offers direct luxury helicopter service from Florida to The Bahamas, ahead of the 2023 private aviation peak travel season. It was a logical extension of the company’s year-round helicopter service in the Sunshine State. Flexjet launched its helicopter division in 2022 with a fleet of Sikorsky S-76s... Read more
23-Oct-2023Source: Leonardo
HeliHub.com editor note – this order was originally announced on HeliHub.com over six months ago when Monroe County had made their decision. The press release below is merely Leonardo confirming that the contract is signed Leonardo announced an order today for three AW139 medium twin-engine helicopters by Monroe Country in Florida. These aircraft will be operated... Read more
4-Apr-2023Source: HeliHub.com
Monroe County in Florida recently held a meeting of its Board of County Commissioners, at which the Board authorised the acquisition of three new helicopters. Subject to finalising terms with AgustaWestland Philadelphia Corporation, the County Administrator was authorised to sign for the lease and purchase of three Leonardo helicopters in an amount not to exceed... Read more
21-Feb-2023Source: AeroBrigham
Following an extensive reconfiguration and customizing, AeroBrigham has announced the recent Bell 407 delivery to the Orange County Sheriff’s Office (OCSO) that encompasses the city of Orlando, Florida. The work for the law enforcement equipment and avionics integration was performed at the AeroBrigham main facilities on the Decatur Municipal Airport just north of the Dallas/Ft.... Read more
25-Jan-2023Source: Walton County Sheriff's Office
A helicopter providing lifesaving medical transport is coming to Walton County. Announced at the Walton County Board of County Commissioner meeting Tuesday, Walton County Sheriff’s Office is partnering with Air Methods Corporation to bring a Bell 407 helicopter to the area. After the closure of the only emergency room in Walton County Fire Rescue’s service... Read more
1-Nov-2022Source: HeliFlite
HeliFlite is now serving South Florida with private, luxury helicopter charters. 2022/2023 is shaping up to be South Florida’s busiest year ever, with record amounts of new residents and tourists descending on the Sunshine State, resulting in increased traffic congestion and frustrating travel experiences. A private helicopter is an excellent mode of transportation for... Read more
8-Oct-2022
Struck tower, causing helicopter to crash... Read more
29-Jul-2022Source: Bell
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced the signed purchase agreement for two Bell 505 aircraft to Florida Fish and Wildlife Conservation Commission (FWC). The two Bell 505 will aid in multi-mission law enforcement operations for FWC’s Division of Law Enforcement. “The Bell 505 is a proven platform for public safety agencies... Read more
12-Jun-2022
Precautionary field landing... Read more
1-Jun-2022
Forced landing in a wooded area. No injuries reported to 2 POB... Read more
11-Apr-2022Source: JSfirm.com
JSfirm.com awarded an Airframe & Powerplant scholarship to a deserving student from the Central Florida Aerospace Academy. Jack Rice successfully met all application requirements and impressed a JSfirm.com Executive during a recent interview. Jack was officially presented with the JSfirm.com scholarship during the SUN ‘n FUN exhibitor breakfast. Jack is a current junior of Central... Read more
2-Apr-2022
FAA: “Crashed into a field for unknown reasons”... Read more
12-Mar-2022
Struck powerlines during take-off... Read more
3-Mar-2022
Shortly after take-off from Space Coast Regional Airport in Titusville, an emergency landing was made in a parking lot of a self-storage business following loss of engine power. Helicopter was heading to Northeast Florida Regional Airport in St. Augustine No damage is evident from the poor press image Helicopter makes emergency landing in Titusville parking... Read more
20-Feb-2022
Crashed into the water close to a busy beach. Three POB were seriously injured, and were named here as Morgan Geller, Rachelle Mussary Arkin, and Robert Arkin This afternoon at 1:10 p.m., MBPD received a call of a helicopter crash in the ocean near 10 Street. Police and @MiamiBeachFire responded to the scene along with... Read more
19-Feb-2022
Hard landing in field. No injuries to 2 POB... Read more
2-Nov-2021
Main blades struck power pole... Read more
29-Sep-2021
Blade struck fence on landing. Minor injury to the 4 POB Helicopter destroyed... Read more
5-Jul-2021Source: Eve Urban Air Mobility
Eve Urban Air Mobility Solutions, Inc. (“Eve”) and Blade Air Mobility, Inc. (“Blade”, NASDAQ: BLDE) announced an arrangement for Eve to provide Blade up to 60,000 hours of flight time per year on its electrical vertical takeoff landing (eVTOL) aircraft, also known in the market as EVA (Electrical Vertical Aircraft), beginning in 2026 for use... Read more
21-Jun-2021Source: NWF Daily News
Destin City Councilwoman Prebble Ramswell says helicopters providing tour flights and operated by Destin-based Timberview Helicopters Inc. recently passed over her house 11 times in one hour, or about one flyover every five minutes. See Full Story.... Read more
19-Apr-2021
Pasco County Mosquito Control District in Florida has a new weapon in its fight against mosquitoes — two new Airbus H125s. Pasco County is home to roughly 45 different species of mosquitoes, and aerial spraying is one of the most effective ways to fight mosquito-borne diseases such as West Nile and Zika viruses. The H125... Read more
9-Apr-2021Source: Fawcett Memorial Hospital
Faster access to life-saving medical care is now available at Fawcett Memorial Hospital with the opening of a new helipad. Located on the 4th floor of Fawcett Memorial Hospital’s parking garage, medical transport helicopters can now land on the helipad where the hospital’s emergency medical team will be waiting to receive the patient. “The new... Read more
8-Apr-2021
Successful emergency landing made on football pitch, following a possible governor failure that happened shortly after the aircraft left Naples Municipal Airport... Read more
7-Apr-2021Source: Robinson
On April 2nd, Robinson Helicopter Company delivered R66 Police Helicopter serial number 1025 to Florida’s Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO). PCSO’s R66 Police helicopter is the first R66 Police helicopter configured with a Wescam MX-10 EO/IR imaging system and an HD infrared sensor, a system widely used by homeland security and law enforcement agencies. In... Read more
4-Feb-2021
While conducting low level nighttime frost control operations, the helicopter dropped to the ground, rolled over and caught fire. No injury reported to the 2 POB... Read more
26-Jan-2021
Heavy autorotation landing. FAA report damage as Substantial... Read more
11-Jan-2021
A family of four died in a helicopter crash, named in this press story as Ronald Hicks, 36, Shelly Hicks, 32, Parker Hicks, 8, and Jaylyn Hicks, 5, of Bell, Florida. The helicopter was registered to Hicks Seal Coating & Striping LLC. A father, mother, and their two children were killed Thursday night when their private... Read more
25-Nov-2020Source: Wolfson Childrens Hospital
Critically ill and injured infants and children throughout the southeastern United States now have expanded access to the expert pediatric care of Wolfson Children’s Hospital of Jacksonville through a new Kids Kare helicopter. The helicopter, which is the latest addition to Wolfson Children’s Critical Care Transport Fleet, is dedicated solely to infants and children, staffed... Read more
9-Nov-2020Source: HeliHub.com
Shortly after he was sworn into office, Donald Trump’s Mar-a-Lago Club in West Palm Beach built a helipad. Approval had been given in February 2017 by the Town of Palm Beach Landmarks Preservation Commission on the basis that it was only for use on Presidential duties, and approval would cease when Trump ceased to become... Read more
9-Nov-2020Source: HeliHub.com
The Orlando Business Journal has reported that Air Florida Helicopter Charters has voluntarily filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection on 23rd October 2020. The company operates Robinson R44s on tour flights out of a site at 8990 International Drive in Orlando, and is still active with this posting on their Facebook page on 25th October. Further... Read more
16-Oct-2020Source: US DoD
Longbow Ltd., Orlando, Florida, was awarded a $32,154,552 modification (P00001) to contract W58RGZ-20-F-0464 for generic spare parts kits for AH-64E Apache helicopters. Work will be performed in Orlando, Florida, with an estimated completion date of April 30, 2024. Fiscal 2020 Foreign Military Sales (India, Morocco, Netherlands, and United Arab Emirates) funds in the amount of... Read more
16-Oct-2020
Autorotation into a green swamp wilderness due to engine issues. Tail boom separated and blades struck trees... Read more
15-Oct-2020Source: Leonardo
Leonardo is pleased to announce that Miami-Dade Fire Rescue (MDFR) has taken delivery of its first AW139 helicopter. The October 13 handoff included a small ceremony at Miami Executive Airport (TMB) in Miami-Dade County, Florida. Officials from the County, including Mayor Carlos A. Giménez, spoke at the event. “As a former firefighter, I’ve been very impressed... Read more
11-Sep-2020Source: Bell
To maintain great products that serve as valuable assets for businesses, emergency medical services and personal travel across the globe, Bell partners with customers in every corner of the world. Expanding our global footprint and making sure our services are easily available to our diverse customers requires the aid of maintenance facilities and partners. This... Read more
25-Aug-2020
Landing gear collapsed while taxying after landing. 2POB not injured... Read more
22-Apr-2020Source: Leonardo
Leonardo announced that the Health Care District of Palm Beach County, FL—a Federal Aviation Administration certificated air carrier in southern Florida also known as Trauma Hawk—has signed a contract to purchase two light-intermediate AW169 helicopters. Palm Beach County is the largest county by area in Florida with more than 2,300 square miles. The District maintains... Read more
12-Apr-2020
Hillsborurgh County Sheriff helicopter suffered bird strike. No injury reported to 2 POB... Read more
9-Apr-2020
Hard landing. No injury reported to 1 POB... Read more
24-Oct-2019Source: Air Methods
Air Methods, the leading air medical service provider, today announced that it has expanded its partnership with Blue Cross and Blue Shield to provide its Florida Blue plan members with Air Methods’ critical care in the air services at discounted in-network rates. “This expansion of our agreement with Florida Blue will significantly expand the number... Read more
26-Jul-2019Source: Airbus Helicopters
Part of a fleet upgrade program, two new H125s ordered by the Florida Keys Mosquito Control District will support aerial spraying to control the mosquito population in the Florida Keys, off the southern coast of the state. With a sub-tropical environment, the Keys regions from Key Largo to Key West is home to approximately 46... Read more
19-Feb-2019
Training accident, rollover onto starboard side. Heavily damaged – see images... Read more
29-Jan-2019
Pilot was practicing autorotations, landed hard and bent boom.... Read more
10-Jan-2019
Helicopter blades struck ramp worker during startup. The man who was killed was identified in this report as Salvatore Disi, 62... Read more
22-Nov-2017Source: HeliHub.com
The Collier County Sheriff’s Office has just bought a firefighting UH-1. The purchase came to a cost of $750,000, reports NBC. The new helicopter will help East Naples residents faster than the Miami based helicopter they were using.... Read more
26-Jun-2017Source: HeliHub.com
The Manatee County Sheriff’s Office is currently in the process of bidding for a new police helicopter. They have two helicopters, but the current one in use is costing a large amount of money simply due to maintenance costs. Funding for a new helicopter has been approved by the Manatee County Commissioners, reports My Sun... Read more
2-May-2017
A Marion County Sheriff’s Office helicopter that was assisting the Florida Forest Service and Marion County Fire Rescue with active brush fires crashed while dipping a bucket for water in a lake. Pilot is named in press reports as Sgt. John Rawls... Read more
24-Apr-2017Source: HeliHub.com
Sanford AirMed will officially be stationed at the new Fargo Hospital from 1 May. The hospital itself only opens 25 July, but the crew will be able to use to on-site hangar. The new Fargo fleet comprises of 90 members, reports Valley News Live. AirMed has been around for 40 years and have flown over... Read more
19-Jan-2017Source: Kaman Aerosystems
Kaman Aerosystems (Kaman) (NYSE:KAMN) announced today that it has successfully delivered its first airframe from the re-opened K-MAX® production line in Jacksonville, Florida to the Company’s plant in Bloomfield, Connecticut where it will undergo final assembly, testing, and certification. “There will be a number of efforts occurring simultaneously over the next few months, including the... Read more
5-Jan-2017Source: HeliHub.com
Thomas Vorstman was arrested in August after flying an Orlando HeliTours helicopter only a few feet above traffic. Formal charges will not be filed, but Vorstman was fired from his position in the company. Deputies who saw the scene stated that the helicopter was so low that if a semitruck was on the road, there... Read more
2-Dec-2016Source: TRAXXALL Technologies
TRAXXALL Technologies, providers of an innovative aircraft maintenance tracking and inventory management system, today announced that it will open a new office in Jacksonville, Florida. A significant increase in clients and aircraft has provided the opportunity for TRAXXALL’s management team to hire some of the best aircraft maintenance tracking experts in North America. The following... Read more
28-Oct-2016Source: HeliHub.com
Monroe County is looking into purchasing a third helicopter to add to their Trauma Star service. FL Keys News reports that the two main points of discussion for this decision are whether the privately run LifeNet helicopter ambulance service will renew their contract with Low Keys Medical Centre in March, as cost-per-flight charges have gone... Read more
21-Oct-2016Source: HeliHub.com
Orange County Sheriff’s Office is happy to receive their new Bell 206, named “Chase 3.” The new helicopter has an enhanced communications systems, cameras and better tracking abilities. Chase 3 is able to find LoJack or the beacon of a downed aircraft. Even civilians such as an Alzheimer’s patient who is wearing a radio beacon... Read more
19-Oct-2016Source: HeliHub.com
Despite having closed its Tallahassee branch earlier this month, LifeFlight is continuing with its medical air ambulance services in the area by using their other branches in Marianna, Georgia and Live Oak. The branch was initially closed due to a lack of demand. Tallahassee Memorial Healthcare Hospital is currently looking into the impact that the... Read more
17-Oct-2016Source: HeliHub.com
Orange County commissioners are arguing the proposal of helicopter tours near The Orlando Eye. The objections were based around the safety issues of flying near the 400 ft. wheel, near theme parks and the noise it would make around the neighbouring residential area, reports Orlando Sentinel. A counter argument is being made over how measures... Read more
14-Oct-2016Source: HeliHub.com
LifeFlight Tallahassee has closed its Gadsden County base, giving no notice to its 15 employees. They were merely told to attend a meeting on Tuesday, where the situation was explained to them. They may be reassigned to other employment opportunities within the company. The base was closed due to a declining revenue and the strain... Read more
6-Sep-2016Source: HeliHub.com
Perdido Key Fire Station, Florida USA, received a motion declaring the Perdido Key helipad would be temporarily closed while investigations were underway to ensure the safety of the pad, as well as reviewing the insurance and the inspection requirements. However, the temporary closure can be overrode if there is an emergency with no alternate landing... Read more
12-Jul-2016Source: South Beach Helicopters
South Beach Helicopters has acquired a 1987-build Airbus Helicopters AS350 B2 AStar helicopter that will be used in the company’s growing tourism and charter flights business. “This is a progression of our business that will allow us to better meet the needs of our VIP clients,” said Lisa Landsman, President, pilot and owner of the... Read more
6-Jul-2016Source: Bristow Academy
Bristow Academy Inc., a division of Bristow Group, today announced that Martin Lorentzen is the 2016 Bill Chiles scholarship award recipient. Bristow’s Scholarship Selection Committee selected Lorentzen based on his skill, financial need and ability to operate at the highest level of Target Zero safety. He has been a full-time student at Bristow Academy since... Read more
3-Jul-2016Source: Helicentre Aviation
Leading UK-based helicopter training academy Helicentre Aviation has expanded into the USA, opening the first East Coast Cabri G2 operation at Kissimmee Airport in Orlando, Florida. The brand new aircraft was taken for its maiden flight in US airspace last week after being shipped from the Guimbal factory in Marseille, France and re-assembled by engineers... Read more
14-Jun-2016Source: S.A.F.E. Structure Designs
S.A.F.E. Structure Designs, a fully woman-owned global leader in the design, engineering and manufacturing of solution driven custom “Safety First” aircraft maintenance stands, fall protection platforms, access platforms, hangar equipment, and specialty tooling, was awarded the contract to design, engineer and manufacture custom “Safety First” hangar equipment for the MH-60 Jayhawk located at The United... Read more
16-May-2016Source: HAI
Coming on the heels of HAI’s expansion to include UAS (unmanned aircraft systems) operators and owners, HAI President and CEO Matt Zuccaro told ROTOR Daily that he was able to use his participation in a recent meeting on UAS issues to explain the helicopter industry’s concerns and positions to the UAS community. Zuccaro was one... Read more
28-Apr-2016Source: Myrtle Beach Online
A helicopter operator has withdrawn plans to offer tourist rides in North Myrtle Beach and is not pursuing court mediation to overturn two rejections by the city’s board of zoning appeals, but that doesn’t mean it’s a dead deal. See full story... Read more
