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Sikorsky began deliveries of six VH-92A helicopters in 2021. The remaining production aircraft will be delivered in 2022 and 2023. Lockheed Martin Photo

Marine Corps dismisses VH-92 comms deficiencies

Thursday, December 2, 2021 DAN PARSONS

HAC has described Transport Canada’s new flight and duty time regulations as a “catastrophe” for the helicopter industry because they do not take into account unique aspects of helicopter operations. Mike Reyno Photo

Transport Canada: Fatigue management regs won’t be delayed

Thursday, December 2, 2021 LISA GORDON

Under the agreement, Helijet will continue to operate its current routes as usual, with Blade integrating its booking and sales technologies to achieve greater reach into Helijet’s existing and future route network. Heath Moffatt Photo

Helijet and Blade investment to expand urban air mobility in B.C. and abroad

Thursday, December 2, 2021 HELIJET AND BLADE PRESS RELEASE

Once delivered, Beijing Police’s AW189s will feature a range of mission equipment, including search light, rescue hoist, tactical radios, weather/search radar, cargo hook and firefighting equipment. Leonardo Image

Beijing Police strengthen capabilities with AW189 helicopter order

Thursday, December 2, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Exemplar flight plan showing the route from Coldstream to Bairnsdale. From the pilot using OzRunways, annotated by the ATSB

ATSB investigation emphasizes checking lowest safe altitude

Thursday, December 2, 2021 ATSB PRESS RELEASE

Testing of the T55-714C engine is planned over a two-year period. Honeywell Photo

Honeywell begins testing next-generation T55 engine for U.S. Army Chinook helicopters

Thursday, December 2, 2021 HONEYWELL PRESS RELEASE

Stephen Mitchell. Savback Helicopters Photo

Stephen Mitchell joins Savback Helicopters

Thursday, December 2, 2021 SAVBACK HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

The adjustable universal main rotor and transmission stand can be used for maintenance or flight line preflight inspections. S.A.F.E. Image

S.A.F.E. delivers maintenance stands to Riverside County Sheriff Department

Thursday, December 2, 2021 S.A.F.E. STRUCTURE DESIGNS PRESS RELEASE

The Republic of Serbia is the launch customer for the H145M with the HForce weapon system. Christian Keller / Airbus Helicopters Photo

Airbus teaming H145M with drones for recon, SAR missions

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 DAN PARSONS

StableLight autopilot makes a good thing better

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 ROBERT ERDOS / Photos By Heath Moffatt

Russian export helicopters will be equipped with Izdeliye 305E missile

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

Japan’s adoption of a Roadmap for the Application and Technology Development of UAVs in 2017 has made it an attractive market for Wingcopter. Drone Fund Photo

Drone Fund invests in Wingcopter

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 WINGCOPTER PRESS RELEASE

The partnership will Increase safety when manned and unmanned aircraft share the same airspace. Iris Automation Image

HHLA Sky and Iris Automation team for drone collision avoidance solutions

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 HHLA SKY AND IRIS AUTOMATION PRESS RELEASE

LCI Acquires Nova Capital Aviation

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 LCI PRESS RELEASE

The Axnes PNG wireless intercom provides full-duplex wireless ICS capability, allowing for crew communication inside and outside of the aircraft in the most severe noise environments. Axnes Photo

Intermountain Healthcare Life Flight adds Axnes PNG wireless ICS

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 AXNES PRESS RELEASE

Two HH-60 Black Hawk helicopters previously faced off in testing of Vita Inclinata’s Rescue System Litter Attachment’s capabilities at Montana Army National Guard base in Helena, Montana. Vita Inclinata Image

U.S. Army purchases Vita Rescue Systems from Vita Inclinata

Wednesday, December 1, 2021 VITA INCLINATA PRESS RELEASE

The DCS1100 allows operators to keep a close eye on their FLI indicator alongside their floor window when long lining.

AKV Inc. gains STCs for DCS1100

Tuesday, November 30, 2021 VERTICAL MAG

Israel OKs $2.4 billion CH-53K buy

Tuesday, November 30, 2021 DAN PARSONS

The new Airbus H125 helicopter joins four similar machines operated by the NPWS air wing known as ParkAir. NSW Department of Planning, Industry and Environment Photo

New chopper boosts NSW’s bushfire response

Tuesday, November 30, 2021 NSW DEPARTMENT OF PLANNING, INDUSTRY AND ENVIRONMENT PRESS RELEASE

Starlite Aviation’s operations include a well-established manned and UAV pilot training academy. Anthony Pecchi Photo

SAF Hélicoptères acquires Starlite Aviation Group

Tuesday, November 30, 2021 SAF AEROGROUP PRESS RELEASE

Depending upon the blend of SAF used, life cycle carbon emissions can be reduced by up to 80% when compared to traditional jet fuel. Leonardo Image

Leonardo is fueling a green approach to aviation

Tuesday, November 30, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Although activity in the oil-and-gas sector has slowed in recent years, Bell still sees great potential for the Bell 525 in offshore missions. Bell Photo

Bell 525 certification now expected in 2022

Monday, November 29, 2021 ELAN HEAD

A UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter with Jackson’s 1-230th Assault Helicopter Battalion lands at the Cordova High School’s baseball field on Nov. 18. Sgt. Finis L. Dailey, III Photo

Teachers take flight with the Tennessee National Guard

Monday, November 29, 2021 TENNESSEE NATIONAL GUARD PRESS RELEASE

Vertical’s HeliTrader.com goes live with already over 165 active helicopter listings

Monday, November 29, 2021 MHM PUBLISHING PRESS RELEASE

FAA Image

Santa says don’t aim holiday laser-light displays at the sky

Monday, November 29, 2021 FAA PRESS RELEASE

Nova Capital’s new H145 helicopters will be the latest variants, featuring five bladed main rotors. Airbus Photo

Nova Capital fleet passes 100 aircraft with $65m H145 acquisition

Monday, November 29, 2021 NOVA CAPITAL GROUP PRESS RELEASE

The U.S. Army needs greater computing power and open systems architectures to operate the mission systems on its Future Vertical Lift family of advanced rotorcraft. Collins Image

Collins’ Perigon computer will give rotorcraft more brain power

Friday, November 26, 2021 DAN PARSONS

HCare is Airbus Helicopters’ support and service offer, providing customer service support in five domains: material management; helicopter maintenance repair and overhaul (MRO) and upgrades; technical support; training and flight operations; and all optimized by connected services. Julien Botella Photo

Airbus expands HCare agreements with three European customers

Friday, November 26, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

Castle Air will be responsible for the ongoing maintenance and engineering of Cornwall Air Ambulance’s AW169 helicopter. Cornwall Air Ambulance Photo

Cornwall Air Ambulance names Castle Air as helicopter operations partner

Friday, November 26, 2021 CORNWALL AIR AMBULANCE PRESS RELEASE

The facility can host up to 20 helicopters simultaneously for support services. Leonardo Photo

Leonardo strengthens support services in Latin America

Friday, November 26, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Talon Helicopters’ AS365 N2 Dauphin lands to rescue residents stranded by catastrophic flooding in British Columbia. North Shore Rescue Photo

Talon Helicopters dings BC government for slow flood response

Thursday, November 25, 2021 DAN PARSONS

The set comes with two pilot figures, two wildland firefighters and the helicopter. Photo via Lego Ideas

Vote now to make this S-70 Firehawk Lego set a reality

Thursday, November 25, 2021 DAN PARSONS

An AH-1Z Viper helicopter and two UH-1Y Venom helicopters assigned to Marine Light Attack Helicopter Squadron (HMLA) 269 fly over Lamar, Colorado, Nov. 12, 2021. Lance Cpl. Elias E. Pimentel III for U.S. Marine Corps Photo

HMLA-269 takes to Colorado’s Rocky Mountains

Thursday, November 25, 2021 LANCE CPL. ELIAS PIMENTEL FOR 2ND MARINE AIRCRAFT WING

CIAC will supply spare parts for Black Hawk helicopters operated by the Colombian Military and National Police. Sikorsky Photo

Sikorsky signs reseller agreement with CIAC

Thursday, November 25, 2021 SIKORSKY PRESS RELEASE

The H125 is a member of Airbus’ Ecureuil family, which has accumulated almost 36 million flight hours worldwide. Blade India Photo

Blade India partners with Airbus for fleet expansion

Thursday, November 25, 2021 BLADE INDIA PRESS RELEASE

Kerl toured the Med Flight helicopter hangar with the nurse who, according to Kerl, is responsible for her being alive today. UW School of Medicine and Public Health Photo

22 years after near-fatal shooting, nurse, survivor reunite

Thursday, November 25, 2021 UW HEALTH MED FLIGHT PRESS RELEASE

The naval H225M will be stationed at the naval base in São Pedro d’Aldeia Eny Miranda Photo

Brazilian Navy takes delivery of first naval combat H225M

Wednesday, November 24, 2021 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

Kopin begins shipments on production order for U.S. Army’s CHMD system

Wednesday, November 24, 2021 KOPIN PRESS RELASE

ITPS wins flight testing contract

Wednesday, November 24, 2021 THE INTERNATIONAL TEST PILOTS SCHOOL PRESS RELEASE

The GAT-HELO will provide a cost-effective way for rotary wing pilots to experience realistic spatial disorientation scenarios that cannot be accomplished safely in the air. ETC Photo

ETC wins contract with UND

Wednesday, November 24, 2021 ETC PRESS RELEASE

The Electron booster undergoing production with a full-stage Thermal Protection System in preparation Business Wire Photo

Rocket Lab to attempt helicopter capture on next recovery mission

Wednesday, November 24, 2021 ROCKET LAB PRESS RELEASE

AAMS contends that implementation of the No Surprises Act as proposed could have “disastrous consequences for access to emergency air ambulance services” in the United States. Air Methods Photo

AAMS suing over perceived insurer bias in No Suprises Act

Tuesday, November 23, 2021 DAN PARSONS

The One 150 and V-150 were demonstrated to selected customers at the Primoco UAV SE company airport at Písek in the Czech Republic on Nov. 15 and 16, of 2021. Kredo Consulting Photo

Primoco UAV SE and UMS Skeldar team to provide versatility of RPAS operations

Tuesday, November 23, 2021 PRIMOCO UAV SE AND UMS SKELDAR PRESS RELEASE

The exterior of the CH-47F Chinook helicopter simulator sits inside of the Illesheim Flight Simulator Complex at Storck Barracks in Illesheim, Germany, Nov. 17, 2021. These simulators provide safe practice of flight operations in a controlled environment and give instant feedback of crew member training. Sgt. Tommie Berry for U.S. Army Photo

U.S. and international crew members train on flight simulators in Germany

Tuesday, November 23, 2021 SGT. TOMMIE BERRY FOR 196TH MOBILE PUBLIC AFFAIRS DETACHMENT

HealthNet Aeromedical Services earns national reaccreditation

Tuesday, November 23, 2021 HEALTHNET AEROMEDICAL SERVICES PRESS RELEASE

Masa Alkodsi, the first recipient of The Registry of Aruba Scholarship. TROA Photo

The Registry of Aruba launches scholarship with Embry-Riddle

Tuesday, November 23, 2021 THE REGISTRY OF ARUBA PRESS RELEASE

An RCAF CH-146 Griffon is loaded into a CC-177 Globemaster, one of three transported to British Columbia on Nov. 20. RCAF Photo

Commercial, military helicopters cooperate on response to devastating B.C. flooding

Monday, November 22, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Chief Warrant Officer 4 Frank Madeira, left, and Chief Warrant Officer 4 Justin Meyer, both instructor pilots at the Eastern Army National Guard Aviation Training Site, pose in front of a UH-60V Black Hawk helicopter on Muir Army Airfield at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa., on Nov. 10, 2021. Brad Rhen Photo

UH-60V a major upgrade over previous variants

Monday, November 22, 2021 BRAD RHEN FOR JOINT FORCE HEADQUARTERS - PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL GUARD

A Bel Air AW189 powered by two GE CT7-2E1 engines. Bel Air Aviation Photo

Bel Air Aviation AW189 reaches engine flight hour milestone with GE CT7 power

Monday, November 22, 2021 GE AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

The Mi-171A2 helicopter is equipped with VK-2500PS-03 engines with digital control systems. Rostec Photo

Russian Helicopters to supply aircraft to Bangladesh police

Monday, November 22, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

From left to right: Gilles Bruniaux, head of product safety at Airbus Helicopters, Sabrina Barbera, head of training, simulation & flight ops at Airbus Helicopters and Fabi Riesen, CEO of VRM Switzerland. Airbus Photo

Airbus and VRM Switzerland cooperate on simulator

Monday, November 22, 2021 JOINT AIRBUS AND VRM SWITZERLAND PRESS RELEASE

EAA Homebuilders Week returns in January

Friday, November 19, 2021 EAA PRESS RELEASE

LCH is the dedicated combat helicopter designed and developed indigenously for the first time in India. HAL Photo

IAF takes delivery of new LCH

Friday, November 19, 2021 HAL PRESS RELEASE

All Safran engines, including the current in-service fleet, are already certified to operate with up to 50% SAF. Safran Photo

Safran supports Leonardo’s first helicopter flight on SAF

Friday, November 19, 2021 SAFRAN PRESS RELEASE

The show floor for European Rotors was completely booked with over 150 exhibitors. European Rotors Photo

European Rotors exceeds expectations

Friday, November 19, 2021 EUROPEAN ROTORS PRESS RELEASE

In recent weeks, Blade’s JFK passenger volumes have exceeded average pre-Covid levels. Blade Photo

Blade Air Mobility expands service

Friday, November 19, 2021 BLADE PRESS RELEASE

New CEO for Babcock Canada

Friday, November 19, 2021 BABCOCK PRESS RELEASE

JetHQ expands market research and sales management team

Friday, November 19, 2021 JETHQ PRESS RELEASE

The ACH145 Mercedes Benz Style Edition. Airbus Photo

Airbus and Mercedes-Benz take ACH145 collaboration into new era

Friday, November 19, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

Ryan Aerospace of Australia to supply training simulators to U.S. Air Force

Friday, November 19, 2021 RYAN AEROSPACE PRESS RELEASE

As PBN is based on area navigation, and not specific to ground-based navigation aid (NAVAID) infrastructures, they can be implemented at almost any site where a need is identified. Patrick Cardinal Photo

Performance-based Navigation

Thursday, November 18, 2021 MARIO PIEROBON

Transport Canada selects Iris Automation for demonstration program

Thursday, November 18, 2021 IRIS AUTOMATION PRESS RELEASE

Wellpharma S.R.O. will take delivery of the Bell 505 NXi in 2022 at Bell’s Prague Service center. Bell Photo

Bell announces first Bell 505 NXi sale in Slovakia

Thursday, November 18, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

The Bell 429 allows Helitrans Pyrinees to expand both search-and-rescue operations and firefighting missions. Bell Photo

Helitrans Pyrinees expands operations with the delivery of its first Bell 429

Thursday, November 18, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

The new Alpha 900 can take off vertically from a moving vessel and land autonomously on a navy ship. AUS Image

Alpha Unmanned Systems announces sale to Greek Navy

Thursday, November 18, 2021 AUS PRESS RELEASE

HAI and NGFT Solutions introduce new flight risk assessment tool

Thursday, November 18, 2021 HAI PRESS RELEASE

The signature ceremony was held at European Rotors with Heliclub Ukraine LLC, the Bell official representative in Ukraine. Bell Photo

Bell announces agreement for five aircraft to customers in Ukraine

Thursday, November 18, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

In a partnership of over 25 years, Bristow has logged more than 500,000 flight hours in Leonardo helicopters, more than 300,000 of which were with the market leading AW139. Leonardo Photo

Leonardo and Bristow celebrate milestone in global offshore and lifesaving missions

Thursday, November 18, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

The Starling has a cruising speed of 95mph, flight ceiling of 10,000 feet and a range of up to 135 miles. Samad Aerospace Photo

Samad Aerospace signs MOU with Aerosud Aviation

Thursday, November 18, 2021 SAMAD AEROSPACE PRESS RELEASE

Avidrone has extensive aircraft and flight control development experience ranging from 2lb to 1000lb aircraft platforms. Avidrone Photo

Avidrone Aerospace announces partnership with Volatus Aerospace Group

Thursday, November 18, 2021 AVIDRONE PRESS RELEASE

PJ Helicopters selects NovaSim VR simulator from Brunner

Thursday, November 18, 2021 BRUNNER PRESS RELEASE

Based in Francer, Heli-Union operates in a number of locations around the world, including serving the offshore oil and gas industry in Africa and Southeast Asia with its AW139 fleet. Heli-Union Photo

Heli-Union extends engine maintenance contract with Pratt & Whitney Canada

Wednesday, November 17, 2021 PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA PRESS RELEASE

GPMS showcases Foresight MX at HAI Aerial Firefighting Safety Conference 2021

Wednesday, November 17, 2021 GPMS PRESS RELEASE

The aircraft’s design, colors, and interior promise to deliver a unique experience for its crew members and passengers. Eve-Senna Image

Eve and Senna Brand create Eve-Senna eVTOL

Wednesday, November 17, 2021 EVE AIR MOBILITY AND SENNA BRAND PRESS RELEASE

The international debut of the upgraded Ka-226T took place at the Dubai Airshow. Rostec Photo

Ka-226T helicopter presented at the Dubai Airshow

Wednesday, November 17, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

The contract marks the entry of the AW169 into the African market with the first purchase from a major local operator. Leonardo Photo

Leonardo’s AW169 expands presence in energy sector, enters African market

Wednesday, November 17, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

kayfly has signed a purchase agreement with Bell for a Bell 505 to be used in addition to its two Bell 206s to train aspiring helicopter pilots. Bell Photo

German flight school adds Bell 505 to its training fleet

Wednesday, November 17, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

HTM anticipates that the smoother ride and excellent OEI performance of the five-bladed H145 will help enhance its mission capabilities. Airbus Photo

First five-bladed H145 for offshore wind operations delivered to HTM

Wednesday, November 17, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

The first flight of a Safran-powered helicopter using 100 percent SAF took place in November in Marignane, France. The aircraft was an Airbus H225, powered by Safran Makila 2 engines. Airbus Helicopters Photo

Covid crisis helps Safran Helicopter Engines focus on reducing emissions

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 OLIVER JOHNSON

India signed a contract for 12 VVIP AW101 helicopters from what was then AgustaWestland in 2010. The contract was later terminated amid bribery allegations. AgustaWestland Image

Indian MoD revokes ban on Leonardo SpA

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 KP SANJEEV KUMAR

The EC145s will be the first helicopters in RFDSWO’s aeromedical fleet. Pacific AirHub Photo

Pacific AirHub sells two EC145s to RFDS

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 PACIFIC AIRHUB PRESS RELEASE

HAI and EHA form partnership

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 HAI PRESS RELEASE

Neste MY SAF is made from renewable, sustainably sourced waste and residue materials. Bell Photo

Bell 525 completes first flight with SAF

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

The leather elements essential to the ACH145’s luxury feel are replaced with Ultraleather which captures the visual and tactile leather experience with comparable durability. Airbus Photo

Airbus meets customer request for vegan helicopter interior

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

ADAC Luftrettung is one of Europe’s largest air rescue organizations, with a fleet of more than 50 helicopters, including P&WC-powered H135 helicopters. ADAC Luftrettung Photo

Pratt & Whitney Canada supports ADAC Luftrettung in long-term SAF strategy

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 PRATT & WHITNEY CANADA PRESS RELEASE

UHI has placed an order for three additional new state-of-the-art Bell 505’s. UHI Photo

UHI announces first Bell 505 sale

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 UHI PRESS RELEASE

The VRM Pose Tracking System enables the pilot to operate the helicopter in the familiar way. VRM Switzerland Photo

VRM Switzerland shares virtual immersion at European Rotors

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 VRM SWITZERLAND PRESS RELEASE

Irish Air Corps (IAC), based at Casement Aerodome, Baldonnel Co. Dublin, Ireland, recently continued additional night vision imaging system training with Aviation Specialties Unlimited, IAC Photo

Irish Air Corps trains with ASU

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 AVIATION SPECIALITIES UNLIMITED PRESS RELEASE

The modernization program of Ka-32 includes equipping it with a “glass cockpit” with an onboard avionics system, more powerful VK-2500PS-02 engines, and a new fire extinguishing system. Rostec Photo

Rostec begins test flights of upgraded Ka-32A11M firefighting helicopter

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

Canadian Coast Guard and Bell Textron Canada staff pose in front of the 16th Bell 429 helicopter delivered to the Coast Guard on September 15, 2021. CNW Group/Canadian Coast Guard Photo

Bell Textron Canada and Canadian Coast Guard announce landmark delivery

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 BELL TEXTRON CANADA AND CANADIAN COAST GUARD PRESS RELEASE

FAA veteran named USHST government co-chair

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 USHST PRESS RELEASE

HTM Group will be integrating Skytrac’s novel solution onboard helicopter airframes. Skytrac Photo

HTM Group and Zimex select Skytrac SDL-350 Certus

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 SKYTRAC PRESS RELEASE

The Bell 429 with ESG’s Mission Management System offers tailored solution for law enforcement missions throughout Europe. Bell Photo

Bell 429 strengthens public security forces across Europe

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

Aeroter CEO Alexander Okhonko (left) and Davide Schillaci, customer relationship manager, Savback. Savback Photo

Aeroter and Savback sign exclusive five-year sales agreement

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 AEROTOR AND SAVBACK HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

The Navy’s first TH-73A Thrasher arrived at Naval Air Station Whiting Field in Milton, Florida, Aug. 6, 2021. The Advanced Helicopter Training System Team, part of the Naval Undergraduate Flight Training Systems (PMA-273) Program Office, executed its streamlined Advanced Helicopter Training System acquisition program to ensure the Navy has the capacity to train the single largest training pipeline for chief of naval aviation training at Naval Air Station Whiting Field through 2050. U.S. Navy Photo

NAVAIR’s AHTS Team recognized

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 NAVAIR PRESS RELEASE

All three aircraft were fitted with the latest technology and advanced integration systems, including FLIR 380HDc cameras for which Jet Aviation is the regional representative in Australia. Jet Aviation Photo

Jet Aviation Australia announces delivery of Bell 429s to NSWPF

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 JET AVIATION AUSTRALIA PRESS RELEASE

L-R: Rishab Mohan Gupta, promoter and director- Rossell India Ltd., Zeena Philip, COO- Rossell Techsys, Abby Lilly, VP, Global Supply Chain, Rotary & Mission Systems- Lockheed Martin, Prabhat Kumar Bhagvandas, CEO- Rossell Techsys, Greg Laubisch, director, RMS SC- Lockheed Martin at the recognition ceremony. Business Wire Photo

Rossell Techsys to build EWIS parts for MH-60R platform

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 ROSSELL TECHSYS PRESS RELEASE

Through the Memorandum of Agreement SAEI will start the qualification process to be a Leonardo Authorized Service Center for basic maintenance of AW139s in the country. Leonardo Photo

SAEI and Leonardo sign maintenance services MOA

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

KIAL and Bell representatives gathered at the Dubai Air Show to celebrate the purchase. Bell Photo

Kuwait International Aircraft Leasing purchases Bell 429

Tuesday, November 16, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

Learning about the weather from a pilot’s perspective

Friday, November 12, 2021 ED BROTAK

DRF Luftrettung cited the importance of making its personnel and technical resources fully available to fulfil the organization’s primary mission. DRF Luftrettung Photo

DRF Luftrettung withdraws from European Rotors

Friday, November 12, 2021 DRF LUFTRETTUNG PRESS RELEASE

Lt. Carolyn Mahoney is shown on a training flight in November 2020 in preparation for her assignment as a pilot at U.S. Coast Guard Air Station Port Angeles. Courtesy Photo

Coast Guard pilot teaches girls that the sky is no limit

Friday, November 12, 2021 PETTY OFFICER 1ST CLASS CYNTHIA OLDHAM FOR U.S. COAST GUARD DISTRICT 13

Walter Gutsche. AHMEC Photo

AHMEC premieres documentary about Vietnam vet’s extraordinary life

Friday, November 12, 2021 AHMEC PRESS RELEASE

Employing nearly 1,500 veterans and providing leading aircraft and training solutions to the U.S. military, Bell is proud to be an approved training institution for this nation’s veterans. Bell Photo

Bell Training Academy named approved training school for veteran pilots

Friday, November 12, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

Embry-Riddle student receives MD Helicopters scholarship

Thursday, November 11, 2021 MDHI PRESS RELEASE

Volocopter 2X takes flight at Gimpo International Airport Republic of Korea. MOLIT Photo

Volocopter conducts South Korea’s first crewed public air taxi test flight

Thursday, November 11, 2021 VOLOCOPTER PRESS RELEASE

David Thompson. REB Technologies Photo

David Thompson joins REB Technologies

Thursday, November 11, 2021 YES COMMUNICATIONS PRESS RELEASE

KAMS will provide maintenance for the Royal Norwegian Air Force’s fleet of Bell 412s. Bell Photo

Bell offers more maintenance solutions in Norway

Thursday, November 11, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

CAMTS and CAMTS Global issue updates after board meetings

Thursday, November 11, 2021 CAMTS AND CAMTS GLOBAL PRESS RELEASE

Assent Media + Entertainment Image

Straight and Level premieres a special episode for Veterans Day

Thursday, November 11, 2021 ASSENT MEDIA + ENTERTAINMENT AND AEROBRIGHAM PRESS RELEASE

Mena Technics opens branch office in Saudi Arabia

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 MENA AEROSPACE ENTERPRISES PRESS RELEASE

The Near Earth Autonomy system evaluated landing zone and chose safe new landing point. Near Earth Image

Drone system delivers lifesaving blood to medics in the field

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 NEAR EARTH AUTONOMY AND L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES PRESS RELEASE

A five-bladed H145 for medical evacuation operated by German air rescue service ADAC Luftrettung will take center stage on Airbus’s exhibit at European Rotors. Airbus Photo

Airbus Helicopters to showcase product and service solutions at European Rotors

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

The five Bell 407GXi helicopters will join Classic Air Medical’s mixed fleet of rotorcraft and fixed-wing aircraft. Bell Photo

Classic Air Medical adds five 407GXi aircraft

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

CDFW chose the MD 530F for its powerful performance from sea level to altitude, allowing the agency to safely and effectively patrol all of California’s diverse topography. MDHI Photo

CDFW takes delivery of new MD 530F for law enforcement

Wednesday, November 10, 2021 MDHI PRESS RELEASE

CHC Helicopters operates five search-and-rescue S-92 helicopters for the Irish Coast Guard. CHC Photo

Pilots complained of obstacles years before fatal Irish Coast Guard S-92 crash

Tuesday, November 9, 2021 DAN PARSONS

The flight took place at the company’s headquarters in Marignane, France. Airbus Helicopters Photo

First Airbus helicopter flight with 100% SAF

Tuesday, November 9, 2021 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

Collins Aerospace leads demonstration of open systems for U.S. military

Tuesday, November 9, 2021 COLLINS AEROSPACE PRESS RELEASE

The new Ka-226T is the first Russian helicopter with the entire design documentation done in digital format, significantly cutting the time required to build the machine and shortly begin flight tests. Rostec Photo

Rostec flies modernized Ka-226T for the first time

Tuesday, November 9, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

Airwork completes LTS101-750B-1 to LTS101-850B-2 engine conversions

Tuesday, November 9, 2021 AIRWORK (NZ) PRESS RELEASE

the new aircraft echoes automotive trends with its streamlined bodywork and luxurious cabin finish, including leather from Ferrari’s own supplier. Savback Photo

Savback Helicopters and GHT close to unveiling ‘evolved’ ultralight helicopter

Tuesday, November 9, 2021 SAVBACK HELICOPTERS AND GHT PRESS RELEASE

The Sea Falcon can take off and land automatically on the deck of the corvette in up to 20 knots of wind speed and “Sea State 3”. ESG Photo

ESG delivers Sea Falcon to the German Navy

Monday, November 8, 2021 ESG PRESS RELEASE

The FT4500 is the only FAA-certified underbelly fire suppression tank for the Black Hawk helicopter. Valley Imagery Photo

FAA expands STC for Helitak FT4500 on Black Hawk

Monday, November 8, 2021 HELITAK PRESS RELEASE

Thomas Keller was severely injured earlier this year after a 315 lb. weight landed on his chest. Photo by @markmennie.airambulance

MedEvac Foundation honors Patient of the Year

Monday, November 8, 2021 OGLALA LAKOTA AIR RESCUE PRESS RELEASE

The podcast was recorded while the aircraft crossed some breathtaking terrain.

Epic Utah adventure takes helicopter podcasting to new heights

Friday, November 5, 2021 HALSEY SCHIDER

Back on the Beat

Friday, November 5, 2021 VERTICAL MAG

Glenn Roberts, a pneudraulics mechanic in the Fleet Readiness Center East (FRCE) hydraulics shop, assembles an H-53 primary servo cylinder. Heather Wilburn Photo

FRCE supports fleet through Sikorsky H-53 partnership

Friday, November 5, 2021 HEATHER WILBURN FOR FLEET READINESS CENTER EAST

GAMA applauds passage of AAM working group bill

Friday, November 5, 2021 GAMA PRESS RELEASE

Fitzpatrick, Brown push for helicopter black boxes

Friday, November 5, 2021 U.S. REPRESENTATIVE BRIAN FITZPATRICK (PA-01) PRESS RELEASE

AKV Inc. said its new Robinson Helicopter Starter Interrupt kit is simple to install and weighs less than one pound. AKV Inc. Photo

AKV Inc. releases starter interrupt system for Robinson helicopters

Thursday, November 4, 2021 VERTICAL MAG

Dan Briggs from Central Helicopters (left) and Rick Andrew from Savback Helicopters mark the new collaboration. Savback Photo

Savback Helicopters makes Nottingham Heliport its U.K. home

Thursday, November 4, 2021 SAVBACK HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

Dr. Krystian Pracz, Chairperson of the Executive Board, values the opportunity for dialogue offered by European Rotors. DRF Luftrettung Photo

DRF Luftrettung brings 50 years of air rescue expertise to European Rotors

Thursday, November 4, 2021 DRF LUFTRETTUNG PRESS RELEASES

The AW169 can travel up to 440 nautical miles, top speed at 160 knots and climb to 14,500 feet. Leonardo Photo

Leonardo expands presence in U.S. HEMS sector

Thursday, November 4, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Aviation groups encourage Congress to increase funding for alternative fuels program

Thursday, November 4, 2021 NBAA PRESS RELEASE

Lobo Leasing announces completion of MBO

Thursday, November 4, 2021 LOBO LEASING PRESS RELEASE

Schübeler Technologies partners with Vita Inclinata

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 VITA INCLINATA PRESS RELEASE

The K-MAX is a rugged, low-maintenance aircraft that features a counter-rotating rotor system and is optimized for cyclical, external load operations. Kaman Photo

Kaman announces receipt of new K-MAX orders

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 KAMAN PRESS RELEASE

Alpine Aerotech Photo

Alpine Aerotech receives approval for Bell 505 cabin and baggage protection

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 ALPINE AEROTECH PRESS RELEASE

Full aircraft delivery is expected to be complete by 2023. Bell Photo

Life Flight Network to purchase 12 Bell 407GXi aircraft

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

This latest order will add to GMR’s current Bell fleet of 214 helicopters. Bell Photo

GMR signs purchase agreement for Bell 407GXi helicopters

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

RAF Deputy Commander Operation Air Marshall Gerry Mayhew (left), Tim Tucker (center) and Master of the Company, Squadron Leader (retired) Nick Goodwyn (right). Robinson Photo

Tim Tucker honored with Cumberbatch Trophy

Wednesday, November 3, 2021 ROBINSON HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

Outerlink innovation gave medical crews the very first ability to push live EKG data to receiving hospitals in less than 12 seconds. Outerlink Photo

Outerlink sets the record straight on industry firsts

Tuesday, November 2, 2021 OUTERLINK GLOBAL SOLUTIONS PRESS RELEASE

MD Helicopters will be exhibiting at the Global Defence Helicopter show in Warsaw, Poland. MDHI Photo

MD Helicopters exhibits at Global Defence Helicopter

Tuesday, November 2, 2021 MDHI PRESS RELEASE

Steven Abreu-Hill. IBAC Photo

IBAC welcomes Steven Abreu-Hill, thanks Lawrence “Fletch” Fletcher

Tuesday, November 2, 2021 IBAC PRESS RELEASE

Christian Venzal. Airbus Photo

Airbus Helicopters appoints new MD for Australia and New Zealand

Tuesday, November 2, 2021 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

Gianfranco Sottotetti. Blueberry Aviation Photo

Blueberry Aviation welcomes Gianfranco Sottotetti

Tuesday, November 2, 2021 BLUEBERRY AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

The HELIFAB emergency medical kit expands the Bell 505’s versatility by offering customers an optimal EMS platform capable of efficiently transferring patients with the necessary healthcare equipment onboard. Bell Photo

Bell and Arrow Aviation to sell emergency medical kits for Bell 505

Tuesday, November 2, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

The certification program for the AW149 FIPS involved test aircraft performing icing trials in North Europe and North America for up to three years. Leonardo Photo

Leonardo’s FIPS enables all-weather flying

Monday, November 1, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

AU Health Aircare’s EC145e is equipped with Metro’s signature EMS interior. Metro Photo

Metro displays two air medical aircraft at SHIFT AMTC 2021

Monday, November 1, 2021 METRO AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

IAMTCS Image

IAMTCS and FlightBridgeED offer online training

Monday, November 1, 2021 IAMTCS AND FLIGHTBRIDGEED PRESS RELEASE

GPMS teams with Metro for Foresight MX HUMS STC

Monday, November 1, 2021 GPMS PRESS RELEASE

The SkyCannon was designed to control and contain high-rise fires by providing the ability for helicopters to reach beyond ground-based firefighting efforts with a directed low-pressure, high-volume water stream. DART Image

DART’s SkyCannon receives FAA STC

Monday, November 1, 2021 DART AEROSPACE PRESS RELEASE

Key features of the interior will include a 10 Liter LOX oxygen supply, patient pivot loading system from the left side, two forward facing medical attendant seats and one aft facing medical seat. Spectrum Aeromed Photo

Spectrum Aeromed partners with Uniflight on AW119 interiors

Monday, November 1, 2021 SPECTRUM AEROMED PRESS RELEASE

RMCI team members with their Global Trade Award from NAITA, a nonprofit membership organization that promotes economic growth in North Alabama and across the Tennessee Valley region. RMCI is based in Huntsville, Alabama. RMCI Photo

RMCI receives Global Trade Award

Monday, November 1, 2021 RMCI, INC. PRESS RELEASE

The FAA is seeking to replace gendered terms like “unmanned aircraft system” with more neutral ones like “drone.” Nalinee Supapornpasupad/iStock Photo

FAA looks to adopt gender-neutral language in policies and procedures

Friday, October 29, 2021 JEN NEVANS

Bristow’s latest sponsored cadets (from left): Felix Lilleyman, Kelly Wood, Ashley Simpson, Matthew McClune. Bristow Photo

Bristow’s latest sponsored cadets join the ranks

Friday, October 29, 2021 BRISTOW GROUP PRESS RELEASE

Fleur-De-Lis Motorsports owner Craig Partee, a Mercy Flight Central patient, dedicated his number 66 Chevrolet Camaro with the program’s livery for the NASCAR Xfinity Series race. Mercy Flight Central Photo

Mercy Flight Central and Skytrac to co-sponsor NASCAR exhibit at SHIFT AMTC 2021

Friday, October 29, 2021 SKYTRAC SYSTEMS PRESS RELEASE

Increased performance will be included as a standard feature on new H125s entering production in North America as of March 2022. Sandra Soto Photo

Airbus H125 performance increase fully certified in North America

Friday, October 29, 2021 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS NORTH AMERICA PRESS RELEASE

Dr. S. Harry Robertson received numerous accolades and recognition for his life-saving work. Robertson Fuel Systems Photo

Aviation community mourns passing of Robertson Fuel Systems founder

Friday, October 29, 2021 ROBERTSON FUEL SYSTEMS PRESS RELEASE

The Republic of Peru uses its previously supplied Russian helicopters for a variety of military and humanitarian tasks. Russian Helicopters Photo

Russian Helicopters overhauls six Mi-17-1V of Peruvian Air Force

Friday, October 29, 2021 RUSSIAN HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

Skyryse has been testing its FlightOS advanced flight automation system on a Robinson R44 helicopter. Robinson is looking to eventually integrate it into its larger R66 model. Skyryse Photo

Skyryse to supply advanced flight automation to Robinson Helicopter

Thursday, October 28, 2021 VERTICAL MAG

Thursday, October 28, 2021 DAN MEGNA

The medical data transfer capability is the first of its kind to enable air medical operators to transmit real-time patient medical data such as O2 and CO2 saturation, pulse rate, and blood pressure data directly to remote transport physicians and receiving centers from any point on the globe. STARS Photo

STARS Air Ambulance successfully trials in-flight medical data transfer with Skytrac

Thursday, October 28, 2021 SKYTRAC PRESS RELEASE

The alliance will decrease response times and allow better alignment of air ambulance services in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Allen Jones University Marketing Photo

New alliance broadens access to air medical transport services in Virginia

Thursday, October 28, 2021 A JOINT PRESS RELEASE FROM VCU HEALTH SYSTEM, BON SECOURS, MARY WASHINGTON HEALTHCARE, RIVERSIDE HEALTH AND MED-TRANS CORPORATION

IBAC marks 20th anniversary for IS-BAO Program

Thursday, October 28, 2021 INTERNATIONAL BUSINESS AVIATION COUNCIL PRESS RELEASE

The debut edition of European Rotors will take place in Cologne, Germany, from Nov. 16 to 18. European Rotors Image

European Rotors prepares for launch

Wednesday, October 27, 2021 OLIVER JOHNSON

Savback’s new, easy-to-navigate website includes an up-to-date detailed inventory feature. Savback Image

Savback Helicopters announces new business model

Wednesday, October 27, 2021 SAVBACK HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

The new helipad will directly connect to the new emergency department, critical care and neonatal intensive care services. NBMLHD Photo

Test landings completed at Nepean Hospital’s new tower

Wednesday, October 27, 2021 NEPEAN BLUE MOUNTAINS LOCAL HEALTH DISTRICT PRESS RELEASE

The PANDA One helicopter is fully equipped with the most advanced pediatric and neonatal life support technologies. DMC Children’s Hospital of Michigan Photo

Children’s Hospital of Michigan’s PANDA One takes flight

Wednesday, October 27, 2021 DMC CHILDREN’S HOSPITAL OF MICHIGAN PRESS RELEASE

The base will be the which marks the company’s eleventh location throughout Minnesota and Wisconsin. Life Link III Photo

Life Link III to open new air medical base in Detroit Lakes, Minnesota

Wednesday, October 27, 2021 LIFE LINK III PRESS RELEASE

Vita Inclinata partners with Endeavour to expand operations

Wednesday, October 27, 2021 VITA INCLINATA PRESS RELEASE

Bell at home in Mirabel as it celebrates 35th anniversary

Tuesday, October 26, 2021 OLIVER JOHNSON

DoD announces 2021 SecDef Maintenance Awards winners

Tuesday, October 26, 2021 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF DEFENSE PRESS RELEASE

The NASA AAM project will support the safe development of an air transportation system using revolutionary unmanned and autonomous eVTOL aircraft. NASA Image

Frequentis and Unmanned Experts join NASA AAM project

Tuesday, October 26, 2021 FREQUENTIS PRESS RELEASE

The Mi-171A2 has already been certified in Colombia, and the validation process is underway in Brazil. Russian Helicopters Photo

Russian Helicopters to present at SITDEF 2021 in Lima

Tuesday, October 26, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

Kevin Weller, chief technical crew at HM Coastguard Search and Rescue base, Caernarfon with his wife and grandchildren at a base family day. Bristow Photo

HM Coastguard SAR crewman honored for near half-century of service

Tuesday, October 26, 2021 BRISTOW HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

NSW Police Force commissions three new helicopters

Tuesday, October 26, 2021 NSW POLICE PRESS RELEASE

The H125 is the subject of the second edition of Rotortrade 360 – Market Pulse. Anthony Pecchi Photo

Rotortrade 360 — Market Pulse: Airbus H125, now available for download

Monday, October 25, 2021 MHM PUBLISHING PRESS RELEASE

The virtual reality simulator will be used for demonstrations and test flights on the VRT500 helicopter at trade shows and in Aeroter’s production facility in Italy. Brunner Image

Aeroter selects Brunner for VR simulator for VRT500

Monday, October 25, 2021 BRUNNER PRESS RELEASE

The Viper’s composite rotor system enhances its ability to provide close air support to ground forces in any environment. Bell Photo

Bell completes first Bahrain AH-1Z Viper

Monday, October 25, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

Sun’s Out Guns Out

Friday, October 22, 2021 DAN PARSONS

The AWHero design leverages on Leonardo’s strength and extensive experience in rotorcraft development, system integration and embarked helicopter operations. Leonardo Photo

Leonardo’s AWHero achieves military certification

Friday, October 22, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

HeliTrader.com is due to go live in mid-November. MHM Publishing Image

MHM Publishing launches HeliTrader.com

Friday, October 22, 2021 MHM PUBLISHING PRESS RELEASE

Airwork approved for EC145 main transmission overhaul

Friday, October 22, 2021 AIRWORK (NZ) PRESS RELEASE

Metro currently cancels up to 15% of its flights out of Ann Arbor due to inadequate or misleading weather reports. Metro Aviation Photo

Metro Aviation considering use of FAA weather cameras

Friday, October 22, 2021 METRO AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

Since opening in June of 1991, the SkyLife crews have completed more than 22,000 patient transports. Air Methods Photo

Air Methods celebrates SkyLife’s 30-year anniversary

Friday, October 22, 2021 AIR METHODS PRESS RELEASE

LCI delivers two AW139s to Heligo

Friday, October 22, 2021 LCI PRESS RELEASE

SwissDrones’s SDO 50 V2 VTOL unmanned helicopter system has a payload capacity of 99 lbs (45 kg).

SwissDrones concludes flight testing in Malta

Thursday, October 21, 2021 SWISSDRONES PRESS RELEASE

Philippe Minot. Blueberry Aviation

Philippe Minot joins Blueberry Aviation

Thursday, October 21, 2021 BLUEBERRY AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

The partnership between PPI and IAC will bring together the advanced engineering capabilities of both companies. PAP Photo

PPI and IAC partner for aircraft and rotor blade repairs

Thursday, October 21, 2021 PAP PRESS RELEASE

Close-up of the remnant cable portion near the swaged ball end fitting showed narrowing or “necking” and grooves in many of the wires from severe wear damage. ATSB Photo

ATSB releases report on rescue hoist cable failure

Thursday, October 21, 2021 ATSB PRESS RELEASE

Harold “Hal” Summers. HAI Photo

HAI mourns the passing of Harold Summers

Thursday, October 21, 2021 A STATEMENT FROM HELICOPTER ASSOCIATION INTERNATIONAL

Claude Vuichard stands alongside the SA315B Lama he was flying when he had the vortex ring state experience that inspired him to find a better recovery technique. Claude Vuichard Photo

European Rotors to feature Vuichard safety seminar

Thursday, October 21, 2021 VRASF PRESS RELEASE

With the only dual-channel FADEC engine in its class, the Bell 505 has plenty of power at high altitudes. Bell Photo

Universal Helicopter International named first Bell 505 dealer in U.S.

Thursday, October 21, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

35 employees from across Skyservice planted trees in the community on Oct. 6, 2021. Skyservice Photo

Skyservice Business Aviation celebrates 35 years

Thursday, October 21, 2021 SKYSERVICE BUSINESS AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

Airbus Helicopters believes its H175M is the right fit for the U.K.’s New Medium Helicopter requirement. Airbus Photo

Airbus pushes new H175M for UK Puma replacement

Wednesday, October 20, 2021 JAMIE HUNTER

The winds were at 15knots in a northerly direction during the training, which was considered ideal. Queensland Police Photo

Hervey Bay Water Police complete water winch training

Wednesday, October 20, 2021 SENIOR CONSTABLE MELANIE RYAN FOR THE HERVEY BAY WATER POLICE

Aerometals receives Nadcap accreditation

Wednesday, October 20, 2021 AEROMETALS PRESS RELEASE

Robert Bertram, CEO of the HELP Appeal, presents cheque to Magpas Air Ambulance CEO Daryl Brown MBE and medical team. HELP Appeal Photo

HELP Appeal donates £300K to Magpas Air Ambulance

Wednesday, October 20, 2021 HELP APPEAL PRESS RELEASE

An Electron booster being flown under a Bell 429 after a previous Rocket Lab launch. YouTube Screenshot

Rocket Lab to introduce helicopter operations during next launch

Wednesday, October 20, 2021 ROCKET LAB PRESS RELEASE

As the nights draw in and the seasons change, the EAAA teams will be operating even more during the hours of darkness. EAAA Photo

Nighttime service extends EAAA’s lifesaving impact

Tuesday, October 19, 2021 EAST ANGLIAN AIR AMBULANCE PRESS RELEASE

Safran Helicopter Engines assembles, tests and supports several Arriel variants at the Grand Prairie, Texas facility. Safran Photo

Safran begins assembly of Arriel 2E helicopter engine in U.S.

Tuesday, October 19, 2021 SAFRAN HELICOPTER ENGINES PRESS RELEASE

So far in 2021, 98 preowned twin-engine helicopters were sold to retail buyers on and off market, totaling $263 million. Aero Asset Photo

Aero Asset Heli Market Trends reports stable sales volume, shrinking supply

Tuesday, October 19, 2021 AERO ASSET

The Tau 2+’s enhanced LWIR thermal performance and reliability provide low-risk development for unmanned vehicles, security applications and thermal sights. Teledyne FLIR Photo

Teledyne FLIR Releases Tau 2+

Monday, October 18, 2021 TELEDYNE FLIR PRESS RELEASE

A CH-47 Chinook helicopter arrives at Dover Air Force Base in June. AMCOM Photo

AMCOM executes delivery of two CH-47Fs to Australian Defence Force

Monday, October 18, 2021 ANTWAUN PARRISH FOR U.S. ARMY AVIATION AND MISSILE COMMAND

On Oct. 11, 2021, the Royal Canadian Air Force’s CH-149 Cormorant fleet of AW101 helicopters celebrated 20 years since the aircraft’s initial delivery. Mike Reyno Photo

RCAF marks 20th anniversary of the Cormorant

Monday, October 18, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Carl Riedlin. Vita Inclinata Photo

Vita Inclinata names new vice president of Federal Programs

Friday, October 15, 2021 VITA INCLINATA PRESS RELEASE

GMR announces network agreement in California

Friday, October 15, 2021 GLOBAL MEDICAL RESPONSE PRESS RELEASE

An MH-60S Seahawk helicopter assigned to Helicopter Sea Combat Squadron 12 on the flight deck of the USS Abraham Lincoln during a replenishment at sea. U.S. Navy Photo by Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Christina I. Naranjo

U.S. Navy recovers Seahawk, remains of five, from mile-deep ocean

Thursday, October 14, 2021 DAN PARSONS

A MH-60R ‘Romeo’ Maritime Combat Helicopter, NUSQN 725, loaded with a Mk 54 torpedo during a firing exercise in Florida. Royal Australian Navy Photo

Crew safe after ditching Australian MH-60R at sea

Thursday, October 14, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Sikorsky’s Raider X is 20 percent larger but shares almost all characteristics of the S-97 Raider flying prototype. Sikorsky photo

Raider X compound fast-attack helicopter 60% complete

Thursday, October 14, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Three CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopters are in flight test at Boeing’s Mesa, Arizona, facility with the Advanced Chinook Rotor Blades installed. Boeing Photo

U.S. Army buys first Chinook Block II aircraft without advanced rotor blades

Thursday, October 14, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Still Going Strong

Thursday, October 14, 2021 BOB PETITE

How helicopters played a crucial role in the days following the 2021 Haiti earthquake

Thursday, October 14, 2021 JEN BOYER

Boeing accredited to maintain Chinooks for Royal Netherlands Air Force

Thursday, October 14, 2021 BOEING PRESS RELEASE

U.S. Air Force Master Sgt. Steven Prather, 56th Rescue Squadron operations superintendent, peers out the door of an HH-60G Pave Hawk A6212’s during its final flight in Croatia, Sept. 23, 2021. Senior Airman Brooke Moeder for U.S. Air Force Photo

HH-60G A6212 takes final flight before retirement

Thursday, October 14, 2021 SENIOR AIRMAN BROOKE MOEDER FOR 31ST FIGHTER WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

A growing trend in wildfire danger makes DART’s new generation of fire attack systems more relevant than ever. DART Aerospace Photo

DART Aerospace to supply new Fire Attack Systems for Firehawks

Thursday, October 14, 2021 DART AEROSPACE PRESS RELEASE

Mi-171A2 utility helicopter. Roman Azanov for TASS Photo

Russian Helicopters’ ‘Eighth’ model keeps up with the times

Thursday, October 14, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

The VoloDrone is 9.15 meters in diameter, 2.15 meters tall, and has a 600-kilogram maximum take-off weight (MTOW). Volocopter Photo

VoloDrone completes first successful public flight

Wednesday, October 13, 2021 VOLOCOPTER PRESS RELEASE

The Bell APT can carry two standard tactical packs, each capable of holding up to 60 lbs. with a max payload of 100 lbs. Bell Photo

Bell’s APT demonstrates aerial resupply feature

Wednesday, October 13, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

The Bell 505 has a speed of 125 knots (232 km/h) and useful load of 1,500 pounds (680 kg). Bell Photo

Nebraska State Patrol adds Bell 505 Jet Ranger X

Wednesday, October 13, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

The Wingcopter 198. Wingcopter Photo

Synerjet becomes first Wingcopter authorized partner in South America

Tuesday, October 12, 2021 WINGCOPTER PRESS RELEASE

The ION M640x features a 640×512 infrared sensor providing twice the resolution of similar UAS, and a Near-Infrared (NIR) laser illuminator. Teledyne FLIR Photo

Teledyne FLIR announces ION M640x next-gen tactical quadcopter

Tuesday, October 12, 2021 TELEDYNE FLIR PRESS RELEASE

The propeller strike is visible on the Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopter. Aeropower Photo annotated by the ATSB

ATSB releases report on runway collision

Tuesday, October 12, 2021 ATSB PRESS RELEASE

Spectrum Aeromed’s Infinity Series 5000X was designed with crew needs in mind and consists of one common base with an interlocking stretcher. Spectrum Aeromed Photo

Spectrum Aeromed announces newest module

Tuesday, October 12, 2021 SPECTRUM AEROMED PRESS RELEASE

Jaunt brings the next generation of eVTOL and hybrid-electric aircraft to the AIRO Group’s diverse portfolio. Jaunt Image

Jaunt Air Mobility enters into definitive agreement to join the AIRO Group

Tuesday, October 12, 2021 AIRO GROUP/JAUNT AIR MOBILITY PRESS RELEASE

Straight and Level to broadcast live from NBAA

Monday, October 11, 2021 ASSENT MEDIA + ENTERTAINMENT PRESS RELEASE

Libra Group acquires KKR’s interest in LCI

Monday, October 11, 2021 LCI PRESS RELEASE

Rostec licensed for 3D printing for aircraft industry

Monday, October 11, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

HAI introduces SMS program for members

Monday, October 11, 2021 HAI PRESS RELEASE

Big Apple Bells

Friday, October 8, 2021 BRENT BERGAN

Inside Collins Aerospace’s new Army Customer Experience Center in Huntsville, Alabama. Collins Photo

Collins opens FVL tech center near U.S. Army aviation HQ

Friday, October 8, 2021 DAN PARSONS

In the past 18 months, GMR has taken delivery of 15 Airbus helicopters. Airbus Photo

GMR orders 21 new Airbus helicopters

Friday, October 8, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

The Archer Maker. Archer was one of 15 corporate members to join VFS since April 1, 2021. Archer Photo

VFS continues record growth

Friday, October 8, 2021 VERTICAL FLIGHT SOCIETY PRESS RELEASE

AHMEC provides a variety of STEM programs including Girls in Science and Technology (GIST), STEAM Storytime, STEM Workshops, Science Saturdays, and other group programs. AHMEC Photo

AHMEC receives STEM grant from PhRMA

Friday, October 8, 2021 AHMEC PRESS RELEASE

A period of investment in new technologies has made the TracPlus system more efficient and able to meet the needs of firefighting operations into the future. Ned Dawson Photo

New Zealanders band together to improve firefighting efficiency

Friday, October 8, 2021 TRACPLUS PRESS RELEASE

A UH-60V Black Hawk helicopter is parked on Muir Army Airfield for a ribbon-cutting ceremony for the new variant on Oct. 6, 2021, at the Eastern Army National Guard Aviation Training Site at Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa. EAATS was the first unit in the Army – active duty, National Guard or Army Reserve – to receive the new variant. Brad Rhen Photo

EAATS holds ribbon cutting ceremony for UH-60V

Thursday, October 7, 2021 BRAD RHEN FOR JOINT FORCE HEADQUARTERS - PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL GUARD

Shuttle flights under the NBAA/Blade partnership will be operated by Maverick Helicopters and offer aerial views of the legendary Las Vegas Strip. Maverick Helicopters Photo

Blade to provide history-making NBAA-BACE air shuttle flights

Thursday, October 7, 2021 NBAA PRESS RELEASE

In this illustration, NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter stands on the Red Planet’s surface as NASA’s Perseverance rover (partially visible on the left) rolls away. NASA/JPL Image

NASA Mars helicopter team chief to deliver NBAA-BACE keynote

Thursday, October 7, 2021 NBAA PRESS RELEASE

The Mirabel facility provides MRO services to a range of aircraft. Bell Photo

Bell Textron Canada launches MRO capability

Thursday, October 7, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

Bell and CAE share a commitment to innovation that will provide Army Aviation transformational capabilities as the FLRAA and FARA progress towards programs of record. Bell Photo

CAE USA and Bell team for U.S. Army FLRAA and FARA training

Thursday, October 7, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

The IHADSS parts will be delivered to the U.S. Army from Elbit Systems of America’s Fort Worth, Texas, engineering and manufacturing facility. Elbit Systems of America Photo

Elbit Systems U.S. subsidiary awarded contract to supply HMDs for U.S. Army Apache

Wednesday, October 6, 2021 ELBIT SYSTEMS PRESS RELEASE

Flightcell and AMS join forces

Wednesday, October 6, 2021 FLIGHTCELL PRESS RELEASE

The Aston Martin Edition helicopter was completed at Airbus’ facility in Oxford, UK, with additional mission and avionics equipment installed at Airbus Helicopters Canada in Fort Erie, Ontario. Airbus Photo

First ACH130 Aston Martin Edition helicopter for North America delivered

Wednesday, October 6, 2021 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

Brent Vlasman. Heli-One Photo

Heli-One welcomes Brent Vlasman

Wednesday, October 6, 2021 HELI-ONE PRESS RELEASE

HeliSpeed will provide helicopter pilots specifically trained in operating the H145 model to support RCIPS operations. HeliSpeed Photo

HeliSpeed awarded RCIPS contract

Tuesday, October 5, 2021 HELISPEED PRESS RELEASE

Man sentenced for assaulting helicopter crew with high-powered laser

Tuesday, October 5, 2021 U.S. DEPARTMENT OF JUSTICE PRESS RELEASE

HSM-50 “Valkyries” will be fully equipped with MH-60R Seahawks. Mass Communication Specialist Seaman Elisha Smith Photo

U.S. Navy establishes new helicopter squadron

Tuesday, October 5, 2021 COMMANDER, NAVAL AIR FORCE ATLANTIC PUBLIC AFFAIRS, PRESS RELEASE

In addition to installing the new Garmin equipment in the cockpit of Geisinger’s EC145 cockpit, Metro Aviation installed a complete medical interior that can accommodate three medical providers and up to two patients. Metro Aviation Photo

Metro Aviation launches new Garmin GTN 650/750 Xi STC with Geisinger Life Flight

Tuesday, October 5, 2021 METRO AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

Texas Aerospace Technologies names new vice president of operations

Tuesday, October 5, 2021 TEXAS AEROSPACE TECHNOLOGIES PRESS RELEASE

• Fires in Los Vilos and Til Til, have already devastated more than 1500 hectares and specialized helicopters and their crews continue to fight the fire. Ecocopter Photo

Ecocopter joins fight against Chilean wildfires

Monday, October 4, 2021 ECOCOPTER PRESS RELEASE

The agreement includes an order for 100 of Eve’s electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft with deliveries expected to start in 2026. Embraer Photo

Eve and Avantto partner to pursue UAM operations across Latin America

Monday, October 4, 2021 EMBRAER PRESS RELEASE

An AW609 TiltRotor and an AW609 full scale VIP/corporate cabin mock-up will be on static display near Casa Agusta for a limited period. Leonardo Photo

Leonardo announces new VIP helicopter brand

Monday, October 4, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Whirly-Girls Scholarship Fund announces additional scholarship

Monday, October 4, 2021 WHIRLY-GIRLS PRESS RELEASE

San Diego Air and Space Museum Graphic

San Diego Air and Space Museum names Distinguished Class of 2021

Friday, October 1, 2021 SAN DIEGO AIR AND SPACE MUSEUM PRESS RELEASE

Steve Schultz. AVX Photo

Steve Schultz joins AVX

Friday, October 1, 2021 AVX PRESS RELEASE

AirMed 2022 Photo

Registration open for AirMed 2022

Friday, October 1, 2021 ÖAMTC PRESS RELEASE

Maxililian Rommel, CEO RS Flight Systems (left) and Florian Reiser, CEO Reiser Simulation and Training. RST Photo

RST teams with RS Flight Systems

Thursday, September 30, 2021 REISER SIMULATION AND TRAINING PRESS RELEASE

Six CH-53K aircraft are currently being built in at Sikorsky’s Connecticut plant, with another 36 in various stages of production. Lockheed Martin Photo

First CH-53K rolls out of Sikorsky’s Connecticut plant

Thursday, September 30, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Volatus Aerospace partners with Iris Automation

Thursday, September 30, 2021 IRIS AUTOMATION PRESS RELEASE

The Spirit One flies at 100 km/h (93 mph) based on a clean hydrogen electric energy supply, unique patents in aerodynamics and patented folding wings. Gadfin Photo

Gadfin to launch ‘Spirit One’ vision in the UK

Thursday, September 30, 2021 GADFIN PRESS RELEASE

The AW609 AC4. Leonardo Photo

AW609 AC4 arrives in Dubai

Thursday, September 30, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Bristow Group names area manager for Guyana

Thursday, September 30, 2021 BRISTOW GROUP PRESS RELEASE

Envision Stock is available on iOS and Android. Rusada Photo

Rusada unveils inventory management app for Envision

Thursday, September 30, 2021 RUSADA PRESS RELEASE

Bell Textron Canada is represented by 1,300 employees. Bell Photo

Bell Textron Canada celebrates 35 years of excellence

Wednesday, September 29, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

Baines Simmons managing director to speak at Helitech Expo 2021

Wednesday, September 29, 2021 BAINES SIMMONS PRESS RELEASE

An agreement with Aero Composites Limited and Aero Design Limited positions Oceania Aviation’s Part 148 division to establish a new composites production facility. Oceania Aviation Photo

Oceania Aviation increases composite manufacturing capabilities

Wednesday, September 29, 2021 OCEANIA AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

Chinook’s prototype, the YCH-1B, takes its first flight in 1961. Boeing Archives

Boeing marks 60th anniversary of first flight of Chinook

Wednesday, September 29, 2021 BOEING PRESS RELEASE

G2 Aviation is a Bell Customer Service Facility, as well as a Robinson Authorized Service Center, and has over 10 years of experience maintaining Airbus helicopters, G2 Aviation Photo

I-Service Center rebrands as G2 Aviation

Wednesday, September 29, 2021 G2 AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

PAT maintains a headquarters at Chehalem Airpark in Newberg, Oregon, and a base in Klamath Falls, Oregon, where they partner with Klamath Community College. PAT Photo

PAT enrollment sets record

Wednesday, September 29, 2021 PRECISION AVIATION TRAINING PRESS RELEASE

SGGAC currently operates 15 H125s, China’s largest H125 fleet. WEI Sifa, SGGAC Photo

Airbus Helicopters enhances its support and services capability in China

Tuesday, September 28, 2021 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

Kyle Sadler, sheet metal mechanic, left, and William Petroff, sheet metal worker, conduct maintenance and repairs on a U.S. Air Force H-1N helicopter in Fleet Readiness Center East’s facility at the Global TransPark in Kinston, NC. John Olmstead Photo

‘It’s a big deal’: FRCE Kinston completes first UH-1N repair

Tuesday, September 28, 2021 HEATHER WILBURN FOR FLEET READINESS CENTER EAST

Originally developed in the late 1950s, the CH-47 is among the heaviest lifting helicopters in operation today. Boeing Photo

Kaman Composites-Wichita marks milestone in CH-47 program

Tuesday, September 28, 2021 KAMAN COMPOSITES - WICHITA PRESS RELEASE

The new-generation Ardiden 3 core engine family offers two EASA-certified models with compact modular architecture, a best-in-class power-to-weight ratio and a low cost-of-ownership. Adrien Daste for Safran Photo

Safran Helicopter Engines announces agreement with Piaggio Aerospace

Tuesday, September 28, 2021 SAFRAN HELICOPTER ENGINES PRESS RELEASE

Here Today, Gone Tomorrow

Monday, September 27, 2021 BOB PETITE

CEO of EpiGuard, Ellen Cahtrine Andersen accepts the prize from Vegar Andersen, advisor for the City of Oslo’s Vice Mayor for Business Development and Public Ownership. K. Gaare/Oslo Innovation Week Photo

EpiGuard receives Oslo Innovation Award 2021

Monday, September 27, 2021 EPIGUARD PRESS RELEASE

Aero Asset adds two helicopter experts to its commercial team

Monday, September 27, 2021 AERO ASSET PRESS RELEASE

KTS is now the second Rolls-Royce approved AMROC facility in the world certified to test all variants of the M250-C47E engine. KTS Photo

Keystone Turbine Services gains dual M250-C47E testing certification

Monday, September 27, 2021 KEYSTONE TURBINE SERVICES

CHC “Helicopter SAR Week” runs from Sept. 27 to Oct. 1. CHC Photo

CHC Helicopter launches ‘Helicopter SAR Week’

Monday, September 27, 2021 CHC HELICOPTER PRESS RELEASE

Brig. Gen. (ret) J. Ray Davis. Vita Inclinata Photo

J. Ray Davis joins Vita Inclinata

Monday, September 27, 2021 VITA INCLINATA PRESS RELEASE

Kaman says its Kargo drone uses proven technologies for reliable operations in austere environments. Kaman Image

Kaman places an early bet on expeditionary logistics with new Kargo drone

Friday, September 24, 2021 ELAN HEAD

Over the last 10 years Airwork has assisted many companies, large and small, with disposal of surplus aircraft, adding value for new operators through in-house MRO capabilities. Airwork Photo

Airwork steps up aircraft purchasing program

Friday, September 24, 2021 AIRWORK PRESS RELEASE

P1AR instructor with USCG MH65 conducting PEP bag hoist. Cayden G. USCG AST Photo

Priority 1 Air Rescue delivers rescue training for U.S. Coast Guard

Friday, September 24, 2021 PRIORITY 1 AIR RESCUE PRESS RELEASE

U.S. Air Force 1st Special Operations Wing CV-22 Ospreys from Hurlburt Field, Fla., performs an airpower demonstration as part of EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2021, at Wittman Regional Airport, Wis., Aug. 1, 2021. Senior Airman Miranda Mahoney for U.S. Air Force Photo

Bell Boeing team begins nacelle improvements on Air Force CV-22

Friday, September 24, 2021 BELL BOEING PRESS RELEASE

Mark Godbey. HealthNet Aeromedical Services Photo

HealthNet Aeromedical Services aircraft mechanic recognized for excellence

Friday, September 24, 2021 HEALTHNET AEROMEDICAL SERVICES PRESS RELEASE

Thursday, September 23, 2021 MARIO PIEROBON

From left: Jordi Shipman, Alan Shipman, Gary Shipman of Trinity Aviation; Marc Brodeur and Jason Lindauer of MD Helicopters; Oscar Castellanos of Trinity Aviation. MDHI Photo

MD Helicopters bolsters relationship with Trinity Aviation

Thursday, September 23, 2021 MDHI PRESS RELEASE

The Bell 407GXi completed a transatlantic flight, making stops in 13 countries. Bell Photo

New Bell 407GXi customer takes delivery by undertaking transatlantic flight

Thursday, September 23, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

Bristow has placed an order for up to 100 eVTOLs with deliveries expected to start in 2026. Bristow Image

Eve and Bristow partner to develop UAM capabilities

Thursday, September 23, 2021 BRISTOW PRESS RELEASE

Throughout multiple episodes, AeroBrigham will have its own three-minute segment that features aircraft projects the company is working on from start to finish. Assent Media + Entertainment Image

AeroBrigham partners with Assent Aeronautics to sponsor & produce new aviation TV show

Thursday, September 23, 2021 AEROBRIGHAM PRESS RELEASE

The project opens the way to a future hybridized propulsion system for light helicopters while delivering concrete flight safety improvements in the short term. Anthony Pecchi Photo

Airbus starts flight tests with engine back-up system

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

MRO Insider surpasses 2,000 registered aircraft

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 MRO INSIDER PRESS RELEASE

Momentum FPD Services Corporation announces name change

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 PAG PRESS RELEASE

Juan Gutierrez. Stevens Photo

Juan Gutierrez joins Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 STEVENS AEROSPACE AND DEFENSE SYSTEMS PRESS RELEASE

Following the incident, the WA Police Air Wing concluded that it will no longer conduct open water winching to small vessels underway. ATSB Photo

ATSB releases report on police helicopter winch training incident

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 ATSB PRESS RELEASE

CHC Helikopter Service of Norway was the first to fly the S-92 helicopter using sustainable aviation fuel. CHC Helikopter Service of Norway Photo

S-92 helicopter completes first flight using biofuel

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 SIKORSKY PRESS RELEASE

The Bell Nexus Air Taxi is a futuristic electric vertical take-off and landing concept vehicle designed to move people, goods or data to revolutionize mobility. Bell Photo

Bell to showcase Nexus Air Taxi at Smithsonian exhibition

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

Alpine Aerotech’s proprietary protection kits are designed and fabricated with high-grade polymer composite material that is specifically designed to be light-weight, rugged and energy attenuating. Alpine Aerotech Photo

Alpine Aerotech receives STC for Bell 429 cabin and cargo protection

Wednesday, September 22, 2021 ALPINE AEROTECH PRESS RELEASE

Blade has a deal with Beta Technologies to deploy up to 20 Alia aircraft in passenger service. The model could be used first in Blade’s MediMobility business. Beta Technologies Image

Blade bets that organ flights will pave the way for electric air taxis

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 ELAN HEAD

The KARGO UAV offers a rugged design for easy transport and deployment. Kaman Image

Kaman unveils KARGO UAV

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 KAMAN PRESS RELEASE

The fully electric vehicle is equipped with fixed wings, a V-shaped tail, and eight electrically powered propellers as part of its uniquely designed distributed propulsion system. Airbus Image

Airbus reveals the next generation of CityAirbus

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

Vertical expects to deliver 25 eVTOL aircraft to Bristow initially with the option for another 25 aircraft. Bristow Image

Bristow partners with Vertical Aerospace to electrify helicopter market

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 BRISTOW PRESS RELEASE

Babcock’s LUA drones can be deployed in less than ten minutes and are ideally suited to complex emergency missions. Babcock Photo

Babcock receives AESA approval for enhanced drone missions

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 BABCOCK PRESS RELEASE

The UH-1H helicopter experienced a complete loss of engine power and immediately descended into the water on Jan. 9, 2020. ATSB Video Image

Underwater helicopter escape highlights importance of EBS

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 ATSB PRESS RELEASE

Telespazio selects Hughes HeloSat

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 HUGHES PRESS RELEASE

The center, which is housed inside a hangar, includes a 525 mockup with interactive workstations for potential customers to learn more about the aircraft and its capabilities. Bell Photo

Bell opens 525 Experience Center in Norway

Tuesday, September 21, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

Deadline for Whirly-Girls Scholarship approaching

Monday, September 20, 2021 WHIRLY-GIRLS PRESS RELEASE

Dallas Avionics signs distributor agreement with AEM

Monday, September 20, 2021 DALLAS AVIONICS PRESS RELEASE

Dr. Roman Sperl, Reiser CEO; Ernst Kohler, Rega CEO; and Paolo Petrosso, Leonardo’s vice president of simulation and training services RST Photo

RST expands helicopter full flight simulator portfolio

Monday, September 20, 2021 RST PRESS RELEASE

The first six Army aviation flight school students to solo in the UH-72 Lakota gather just prior to their solo flights on Sept. 11, 2021, at Fort Rucker, Alabama. From left: Warrant Officer Eanone Travis, Warrant Officer Saucier Tanner, Warrant Officer Shaffer Dalton, Warrant Officer Greg Lambert, 2nd Lt. Connor Regan, and Warrant Officer Nicholas Franke. Lt. Col. Andy Thaggard Photo

First UH-72 class solos at Fort Rucker

Monday, September 20, 2021 LT. COL. ANDY THAGGARD FOR U.S. ARMY AVIATION CENTER OF EXCELLENCE | SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

The Wingcopter completed the 16 mile (26 km) route in an average of 18 minutes, nearly twice as fast as ground-based transport. Wingcopter Photo

Wingcopter drones speed up medical sample transport in Germany

Friday, September 17, 2021 WINGCOPTER PRESS RELEASE

DMI commercial UAVs are BVLOS-capable and suited for long endurance flight applications. DMI Photo

Iris Automation partners with DMI

Friday, September 17, 2021 IRIS AUTOMATION PRESS RELEASE

The 12 new helicopters join the current fleet of 19 which are already leased across the globe. LCI Photo

LCI and SMFL expand helicopter leasing joint venture

Friday, September 17, 2021 LCI PRESS RELEASE

Ryan Aerospace’s simulators have a small footprint and are reconfigurable to virtually any aircraft type. Ryan Aerospace Photo

Ryan Aerospace named finalist in Premier of Queensland’s Export Awards

Friday, September 17, 2021 RYAN AEROSPACE PRESS RELEASE

A Canadian Classic

Thursday, September 16, 2021 SKIP ROBINSON

The Phoenix Police Department says the five new Airbus H125 helicopters will allow them to ‘protect from the skies’ and to perform rescues in remote locations across Arizona. Airbus Photo

Phoenix Police Department to upgrade fleet with five new H125 helicopters

Thursday, September 16, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

360iSR and Canadian UAVs announce training partnership

Thursday, September 16, 2021 360ISR AND CANADIAN UAVS PRESS RELEASE

The agreement is the latest development in a successful long-term partnership between Northrop Grumman and Leonardo. Leonardo Photo

Leonardo and Northrop Grumman join forces on future rotorcraft UAS opportunities

Thursday, September 16, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Sloane celebrated its 50th year of operation with customers and suppliers at Hangar One, Sywell Aerodrome. Sloane Photo

Sloane Helicopters celebrates 50 years of business

Thursday, September 16, 2021 SLOANE HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

Nova Systems equipped and integrated their EC-135 flight trials and demonstration helicopter with an array of new and emerging technologies. Lloyd Horgan Photo

Nova Systems & GVH Aerospace demonstrate Next Generation C4ISR mission system

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 JON DUKE

Beta Technologies’ engineering simulator. CAE Photo

CAE and Beta Technologies announce strategic partnership

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 CAE PRESS RELEASE

MD Helicopters celebrates with Thoroughbred Aviation on the expansion of their Authorized Service Center at the Blue Grass Airport. From left: Todd Case, Thoroughbred Aviation; Eric Kessler, MD Helicopters; Joe Otte, Thoroughbred Aviation. MDHI Photo

Thoroughbred Aviation opens new helicopter maintenance facility

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 MDHI PRESS RELEASE

Leonardo is putting forward its AW149 helicopter for the UK’s New Medium Helicopter requirement. Leonardo Image

Leonardo reveals the first members of Team AW149 UK

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Bell attributes 100th consecutive on-time delivery of the AH-1Z aircraft to tight coordination with its manufacturing and assembly facilities, UAW 218, its suppliers and government partners. Bell Photo

Bell completes 100th consecutive on-time delivery of AH-1Z TO U.S. Marines

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

AEM audio system. AEM Photo

AEM signs Japanese distribution agreement with Aero Facility Co.

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 AEM PRESS RELEASE

Aerometals utilized exhaustive testing, high technology computational fluid dynamics modeling as well as bird strike analysis for its new generation engine protection system. Aerometals Photo

Aerometals adds Sikorsky S-70M capability to EIBF STC

Wednesday, September 15, 2021 AEROMETALS PRESS RELEASE

The team for Flight Mechanics and Flight Control Systems at Zurich University of Applied Sciences will use the VRM Switzerland simulator for projects in studying flight mechanics and flight control systems, as well as in human factor and human‐machine‐interface. VRM Switzerland Photo

Zurich University of Applied Sciences purchases VRM Switzerland simulator

Tuesday, September 14, 2021 VRM SWITZERLAND PRESS RELEASE

Foresight MX high speed sensor installed on the 429 right hand accessory drive. GPMS Photo

GPMS welcomes Wysong Enterprises as certified installation partner

Tuesday, September 14, 2021 WYSONG AND GPMS PRESS RELEASE

IADA joins CBAA

Tuesday, September 14, 2021 IADA PRESS RELEASE

UK Parliamentary Under Secretary of State for aviation, maritime, security and civil contingencies Robert Courts MP; award recipient Philip Wrenn; Baroness Garden of Frognal.

Irish Coast Guard, Winchman Philip Wrenn, recognized for meritorious service

Tuesday, September 14, 2021 BRISTOW HELICOPTERS AND BREITLING UK PRESS RELEASE

The aircraft is the first of its kind to be placed into service in North America with the latest in tail boom to fenestron junction design. EuroTec Canada Photo

EuroTec Canada delivers custom-configured H130T2 to Martini Aviation

Tuesday, September 14, 2021 EUROTEC PRESS RELEASE

Falcon brings prior operating experience in the United Arab of Emirates, Kuwait, Saudi Arabia, Kazakhstan, Senegal and Ghana to its new partnership with Turaco Aviation in Angola. Leonardo Photo

Turaco Aviation partners with Falcon Aviation

Monday, September 13, 2021 TURACO AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

A Cal Fire Hawk demonstrates its ability to drop a concentrated plume of water from its 3,785-liter (1,000-gallon) external water tank. United Rotorcraft Photo

United Rotorcraft expands partnership with PZL Mielec

Monday, September 13, 2021 UNITED ROTORCRAFT PRESS RELEASE

The FAcT program provides innovative training solutions for Canada’s economic and strategic goals. Babcock Leonardo Canadian Aircrew Training Photo

Three new strategic partners join FAcT

Monday, September 13, 2021 BABCOCK LEONARDO CANADIAN AIRCREW TRAINING PRESS RELEASE

Sailors assigned to Helicopter Mine Countermeasures Squadron (HM) 12, prepare an MH-53E Sea Dragon for Bambi Bucket training. Mass Communication Specialist 3rd Class Bonnie Lindsay for U.S. Navy Photo

HM-12 conducts aerial firefighting training

Monday, September 13, 2021 PETTY OFFICER 3RD CLASS BONNIE LINDSAY FOR COMMANDER, NAVAL AIR FORCE ATLANTIC

A Marine Corps CH-53K King Stallion lifts a Navy MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter from a draw in Mount Hogue, California, Sept. 5, 2021. The Knighthawk conducted a hard landing during a search-and-rescue mission, which resulted in no casualties or injuries of its crew. The two-day operation was the first official fleet mission for the CH-53K King Stallion, as it is currently undergoing an operational assessment while the Marine Corps modernizes and prepares to respond globally to emerging crises or contingencies. Cpl. Therese Edwards for U.S. Marine Corps Photo

CH-53K King Stallion logs first successful fleet mission

Friday, September 10, 2021 NAVAIR PRESS RELEASE

The LifeFlight SGAS helicopter flew the injured hiker to Roma Hospital before winching the two remaining hikers out of the national park. LifeFlight Photo

LifeFlight Australia winches three hikers to safety

Friday, September 10, 2021 LIFEFLIGHT AUSTRALIA PRESS RELEASE

DRF Luftrettung puts its own high standards for rescue hoist missions on display at the end of the symposium with a helicopter hoist operation demonstration. DRF Luftrettung Photo

DRF Luftrettung’s first HHO symposium a success

Friday, September 10, 2021 DRF LUFTRETTUNG PRESS RELEASE

Ecocopter executes high-precision, low-altitude overflights to reduce the damage caused by low temperatures to agricultural operations, mainly in the wine industry. Ecocopter Photo

Helicopters combat frost in Chilean agriculture

Friday, September 10, 2021 ECOCOPTER PRESS RELEASE

Rega will leverage its medical knowledge and expertise in air rescue to advise Dufour in product development, operational standards and certification of the air ambulance version of the Aero3. Dufour Image

Dufour Aerospace and Swiss Air-Rescue Rega cooperate on air ambulance version of Aero3

Friday, September 10, 2021 DUFOUR PRESS RELEASE

Blade predicts that the combination of Trinity’s substantial flight volume with Blade’s fast-growing MediMobility business will create the largest dedicated organ air transport company in the United States. Blade Photo

Blade Air Mobility to acquire Trinity AirMedical

Friday, September 10, 2021 BLADE PRESS RELEASE

A rendering of several Defiant X aircraft flying in formation. Sikorsky and Boeing Imaage

Sikorsky, Boeing formally pitch Defiant X to U.S. Army

Thursday, September 9, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Becker Avionics partners with Iris Automation

Thursday, September 9, 2021 BECKER AVIONICS AND IRIS AUTOMATION PRESS RELEASE

Rusada and Exsyn teams have established a standardized data interface to ease the adoption of Avilytics for Envision clients. Rusada Photo

Rusada and Exsyn Aviation Solutions sign technology partnership

Thursday, September 9, 2021 RUSADA PRESS RELEASE

Rachel Barrie appointed CEO of Global Aerospace

Thursday, September 9, 2021 GLOBAL AEROSPACE PRESS RELEASE

Competitors will compete in a broad-range of events that will highlight their technical prowess in aviation maintenance. Aerospace Maintenance Competition Photo

Snap-on’s Aerospace Maintenance Competition returns in April 2022

Thursday, September 9, 2021 SNAP-ON PRESS RELEASE

Firefighters and medics prepare to load a pair of patients aboard CareFlight following an August 2020 crash in Miami County. Mike Ulery Photo

CareFlight Air and Mobile Services receives 10th accreditation

Thursday, September 9, 2021 PREMIER HEALTH PRESS RELEASE

STARS welcomes new Airbus H145 to Manitoba

Thursday, September 9, 2021 STARS PRESS RELEASE

100% incorporation of SAF will lower the carbon footprint of Safran engines and reduce CO2 emissions by up to 80%. Safran Photo

Safran runs helicopter engine using 100 percent sustainable fuel

Thursday, September 9, 2021 SAFRAN PRESS RELEAS

Velaris will provide secure communications for commercial UAVs – commonly known as drones – to seamlessly integrate with aircraft in commercial airspace. Inmarsat Photo

Inmarsat launches Velaris connectivity solution for UAVs

Wednesday, September 8, 2021 INMARSAT PRESS RELEASE

The latest generation FlytX avionics suite made its first test flight on board a Cabri helicopter. Thales Photo

Thales begins flight test campaign for FlytX avionics suite

Wednesday, September 8, 2021 THALES PRESS RELEASE

From left, Teresa Ferraro, president at East/West Industries, Inc.; Joe Spinosa, East/West’s vice president of business development; Martin Kroell, managing partner at Autoflug and Matthias Gerhard, Autoflug’s senior vice president of engineering. Autoflug Photo

Autoflug and East/West Industries form strategic alliance

Wednesday, September 8, 2021 AUTOFLUG PRESS RELEASE

The UH-72B incorporates technologies that increase both safety and flight performance, including the five-bladed main rotor. Dianne Bond Photo

Airbus delivers first UH-72B Lakota helicopter to the U.S. Army National Guard

Wednesday, September 8, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

Four West Virginia EMS agencies to require Covid-19 vaccinations for employees

Wednesday, September 8, 2021 HEALTHNET AEROMEDICAL SERVICES PRESS RELEASE

The Starling has a cruising speed of 95mph, flight ceiling of 10,000 feet and a range of up to 135 miles. Samad Aerospace Photo

Samad Aerospace introduces Starling Cargo

Tuesday, September 7, 2021 SAMAD AEROSPACE PRESS RELEASE

The three AW139 helicopters will be delivered in February 2022 and will be based in Malaysia. Milestone Photo

Milestone to deliver three AW139s to TAS

Tuesday, September 7, 2021 MILESTONE PRESS RELEASE

The Pacific AirHub team managed the entire sale and purchase process for a Sheriff AS350 B2: from a comprehensive pre-purchase inspection, detailed video walkthrough of the aircraft for the buyer, as well as the logistics of packing and shipping. Pacific AirHub Photo

Pacific AirHub celebrates first anniversary

Tuesday, September 7, 2021 PACIFIC AIRHUB PRESS RELEASE

Mission-critical communications: the lowdown on airborne tactical radios

Friday, September 3, 2021 LISA GORDON

The AAC team placed first in the NIST First Responder UAS Endurance Challenge and took home a cash prize of $100,000. AAC Photo

AAC takes first place in NIST First Responder UAS Endurance Challenge

Friday, September 3, 2021 AAC PRESS RELEASE

MAIR is suitable for fixed and rotary wing aircraft, manned and unmanned. It is a form-fit replacement for many of the legacy systems currently in operation. Leonardo Photo

Leonardo’s MAIR threat warning system in series production

Friday, September 3, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Sara Engen. Spectrum Aeromed Photo / Brandi Griffith. Spectrum Aeromed Photo

Spectrum Aeromed names two new managers

Friday, September 3, 2021 SPECTRUM AEROMED PRESS RELEASE

Sherri Dean. LifeFlight Photo / Laura Price. LifeFlight Photo

Vanderbilt LifeFlight welcomes two industry veterans to leadership team

Friday, September 3, 2021 VANDERBILT LIFEFLIGHT PRESS RELEASE

Recipients of Garmin eLearning scholarships announced

Friday, September 3, 2021 WHIRLY-GIRLS INTERNATIONAL PRESS RELEASE

Whirly-Girls opens 2022 scholarship season

Friday, September 3, 2021 WHIRLY-GIRLS INTERNATIONAL PRESS RELEASE

The bow of the doomed Atlantic Destiny fishing vessel points skyward as the ship sinks into the Atlantic Ocean.

Vertical Valor shortlisted for 2021 Defence Media Awards

Thursday, September 2, 2021 MHM PUBLISHING PRESS RELEASE

Martin Kroell, managing partner Autoflug and Andrea Girolin, owner and managing director AMS Heli Design. Autoflug Photo

Autoflug and AMS continue collaboration

Thursday, September 2, 2021 AUTOFLUG PRESS RELEASE

FAA releases data on dangerous laser strikes

Thursday, September 2, 2021 FAA PRESS RELEASE

Bristow Group to present at the 2021 Barclays CEO Energy-Power Conference

Thursday, September 2, 2021 BRISTOW PRESS RELEASE

Ecocopter offers world class aeromedical alternatives for Chile’s public and private sectors. Ecocopter Photo

Ecocopter recognizes value of HEMS in Chile

Thursday, September 2, 2021 ECOCOPTER PRESS RELEASE

AEM will acquire Eagle Audio’s supplemental type certificates for multiple helicopter models as part of the transaction. Eagle Photo

AEM acquires Eagle Audio

Wednesday, September 1, 2021 AEM PRESS RELEASE

The acquisition increases CHC’s offshore crew transportation capacity and expands its fleet by around 30 aircraft across the UK, Denmark and Australia. CHC Photo

CHC Helicopter completes acquisition of Babcock International’s offshore operations

Wednesday, September 1, 2021 CHC PRESS RELEASE

UH AirMed’s establishment of an additional base at UH TriPoint Medical Center will provide Lake County and its surrounding communities access to potentially lifesaving air medical services. UH AirMed Photo

University Hospitals establishes additional UH AirMed Base

Wednesday, September 1, 2021 UNIVERSITY HOSPITALS PRESS RELEASE

CAE acquires minority stake in SkyWarrior Flight Training

Wednesday, September 1, 2021 CAE PRESS RELEASE

FAA to host Drone Safety Week

Tuesday, August 31, 2021 FAA PRESS RELEASE

Purcell Heli-Skiing will be incorporated into Alterra’s CMH Heli-Skiing & Summer Adventures, adding nearly half a million acres to what is already largest heli-skiing operation in North America. CMH Photo

Alterra Mountain Company acquires Purcell Heli-Skiing

Tuesday, August 31, 2021 ALTERRA MOUNTAIN COMPANY PRESS RELEASE

The Schweizer S300C, SN S1973, will be used for insect control. Schweizer Photo

Schweizer delivers S300C to Senegalese Air Force

Tuesday, August 31, 2021 SCHWEIZER PRESS RELEASE

There are over forty Cabri G2s operating in the U.S. and Canada. Jerry Gray Photo

North American Cabri fleet surpasses 50,000 flight hours

Tuesday, August 31, 2021 PRECISION SUPPORT SERVICES PRESS RELEASE

Collins Aerospace to acquire FlightAware

Tuesday, August 31, 2021 FLIGHTAWARE PRESS RELEASE

Logging Masters: On a heli-logging job with VIH Helicopters

Monday, August 30, 2021 OLIVER JOHNSON

Embraer’s Eve leads urban air mobility workgroup in Rio de Janeiro

Monday, August 30, 2021 Eve Urban Air Mobility Photo

FAA proposes fine against Interstate Helicopters

Monday, August 30, 2021 FAA PRESS RELEASE

Together with its subsidiaries, DRF Luftrettung now flies around 40,000 missions a year – an average of about 110 missions per day. DRF Luftrettung Photo

DRF Luftrettung flies its millionth mission

Friday, August 27, 2021 DRF LUFTRETTUNG PRESS RELEASE

Aircraft from the 82nd Combat Aviation Brigade, 82nd Airborne Division, conduct a flyover at Lincoln Financial Field located in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, during the Army versus Navy game on December 14, 2019. The flight included United States Military Academy West Point alumni Capt. Lindsay Heisler (left) and Capt. Lauren Smart (right). Capt. Lauren Smart Graphic

The spinning blades of a helicopter in Afghanistan created an Apache pilot in Alabama

Friday, August 27, 2021 SGT. ANDREW MCNEIL FOR 3RD COMBAT AVIATION BRIGADE, 3RD INFANTRY DIVISION

The National EMS Weekend of Honor included a formal ceremony to honor the EMS professionals and air medical providers who died in the line of duty in 2019-2020 as well as historical honorees. National EMS Memorial Photo

National EMS Weekend of Honor paid tribute to fallen EMS heroes

Friday, August 27, 2021 NATIONAL EMS MEMORIAL SERVICE PRESS RELEASE

The agreement between Bristow and Electra will provide for a new class of aircraft that will take advantage of the unique capabilities of electric and hybrid power generation technologies to substantially lower carbon emissions and operating costs. Bristow Photo

Bristow Group joins forces with Electra.aero

Friday, August 27, 2021 BRISTOW GROUP PRESS RELEASE

Thursday, August 26, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Registered guests of GrandView Aviation’s Girls in Aviation Day will receive a complimentary GIAD2021 backpack kit and photo opportunity with a private jet and executive helicopter. GrandView Aviation Photo

GrandView Aviation to host free ‘Girls in Aviation Day’ at private aircraft hangar

Thursday, August 26, 2021 GRANDVIEW AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

PteroDynamics secures contract with U.S. Navy for VTOL aircraft

Thursday, August 26, 2021 PTERODYNAMICS PRESS RELEASE

s image of the “South Séítah” region of Jezero Crater was captured by NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter during its 12th flight at Mars, on Aug. 16, 2021, and has proven useful to the Perseverance rover science team as it plans its science investigations. NASA/JPL-Caltech Photo

Mars helicopter sees potential rover road ahead

Thursday, August 26, 2021 NASA PRESS RELEASE

An S-70 FIREHAWK helicopter operated by CAL FIRE can transport firefighters, drop water on wildfires from its 1,000-gallon (3,785 liter) belly tank, and perform hoist rescues. UR Photo

United Rotorcraft awards contract to Sikorsky for five S-70 Black Hawk helicopters

Thursday, August 26, 2021 UNITED ROTORCRAFT AND SIKORSKY PRESS RELEASE

Jaunt MAV55 moves forward in AFWERX HSVTOL Concept Challenge

Wednesday, August 25, 2021 JAUNT PRESS RELEASE

The mission was the first time that four helicopters have ever been transported in Volga-Dnepr’s AN124s in a single operation. Garry Wilkinson Photo

Chapman Freeborn coordinates transport of Australian firefighting helicopters to Greece

Wednesday, August 25, 2021 CHAPMAN FREEBORN PRESS RELEASE

The S-92 has been assembled in Coatesville, Pennsylvania, since the winter of 2009/10. Skip Robinson Photo

Sikorsky to close Coatesville plant in 2022

Tuesday, August 24, 2021 OLIVER JOHNSON

Hill’s fixed landing gear maintains the HX50’s beautiful streamlined aesthetic lines while delivering greater landing capability on unprepared surfaces. Hill Helicopter Photo

Hill Helicopters unveils skid landing gear option for new HX50/HC50

Tuesday, August 24, 2021 HILL HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

Davide Schillaci. Savback Helicopters Photo

Savback Helicopters appoints Davide Schillaci as customer relationship manager

Tuesday, August 24, 2021 SAVBACK HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

MRO Insider upgrades customer review feature

Tuesday, August 24, 2021 MRO INSIDER PRESS RELEASE

The AT/RX Barracuda. AT/RX Image

AT/RX confident of entry for U.S. Air Force AFWERX HSVTOL Challenge

Tuesday, August 24, 2021 AT/RX PRESS RELEASE

The Maryland State Police Aviation Command has served Maryland citizens since 1970 and operates a fleet of ten helicopters from seven bases throughout Maryland on a 24/7/365 basis. MSP Photo

MSP helicopter hoists two victims stranded on Shenandoah River

Monday, August 23, 2021 MARYLAND STATE POLICE PRESS RELEASE

AW101 SAR Queen helicopter training ongoing at Leonardo’s NTC

Monday, August 23, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

German H145Ms in Afghanistan will move citizens to airport

Friday, August 20, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Alan Carr, sole director of MD Helicopters, in front of a Malaysian MD 530G at a gunnery range in West Texas. Billy Hardiman Photo

MD Helicopters director has one job: Sell

Friday, August 20, 2021 DAN PARSONS

How the F-28 was the fulfilment of Rudy Enstrom’s long-held dream

Friday, August 20, 2021 BOB PETITE

The rescue mission off Karumba entailed a 900 kilometer round trip from the Mount Isa base for the RACQ LifeFlight Rescue helicopter. RACQ LifeFlight Photo

RACQ LifeFlight chopper rescues couple stranded in mud flats

Friday, August 20, 2021 RACQ LIFEFLIGHT RESCUE PRESS RELEASE

Vice President Venkaiah Naidu and the governor of Karnataka at the HAL helicopter complex, Bengaluru. HAL Photo

Indian Vice President visits HAL facilities

Friday, August 20, 2021 HAL PRESS RELEASE

Maine Pointe appoints Robin Lineberger to board advisory role

Friday, August 20, 2021 MAINE POINTE PRESS RELEASE

The 2021 Safety in EMS Award recognizes HealthNet Aeromedical Services for advancing safety in EMS. HealthNet Aeromedical Services Photo

HealthNet Aeromedical Services receives 2021 National Safety in EMS Award

Friday, August 20, 2021 HEALTHNET AEROMEDICAL SERVICES PRESS RELEASE

Brigadier General Fredrik Bergman. Savback Helicopters Photo

Brigadier General Fredrik Bergman joins Savback Helicopters

Friday, August 20, 2021 SAVBACK HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

As an early adopter of Certus services, FuVeX continues to lead the industry in UAS development by utilizing the latest technology to ensure safe and efficient BVLOS flight operations. FuVeX Photo

FuVeX selects Skytrac’s DLS-100

Thursday, August 19, 2021 SKYTRAC PRESS RELEASE

Helitow Cart’s narrow-bodied V910 Heli-Carrier offers a solution for private owners and light commercial operators moving the Bell 505 or other aircraft on hard surfaces. HeliTow Cart Photo

Helitow Cart introduces ground handling solution for Bell 505

Thursday, August 19, 2021 HELITOW CART PRESS RELEASE

L3Harris’s WESCAM MX-Series EO/IR systems will provide industry leading multi-spectral imaging and designation capabilities to the U.S Army Special Operations Aviation Command. L3Harris Photo

L3Harris Technologies receives $96 million U.S. Special Operations Command contract

Thursday, August 19, 2021 L3HARRIS TECHNOLOGIES PRESS RELEASE

FAA, DoD to hold workshop on providing real-time military airspace status

Thursday, August 19, 2021 FAA PRESS RELEASE

The digital flight instrument kit is specifically designed to replace standard analog instruments. Alpine Aerotech Photo

Alpine Aerotech adds Bell 205 to digital instrument STC

Thursday, August 19, 2021 ALPINE AEROTECH PRESS RELEASE

Erik Blanck, director of sales and marketing for Aerometals. Aerometals Photo

Aerometals names director of sales and marketing

Wednesday, August 18, 2021 AEROMETALS PRESS RELEASE

Wisconsin Army National Guard UH-60 Black Hawk crews from the Madison, Wis.-based 1st Battalion, 147th Aviation train to drop water on wildfires using Bambi Buckets at Fort McCoy, Wis., August 12, 2021 in preparation for deployment to California. Greg Mason for U.S. Army Photo

Wisconsin National Guard helps fight western wildfires

Wednesday, August 18, 2021 MAJ. JOSEPH TROVATO FOR WISCONSIN NATIONAL GUARD PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE

Skytrac and AnsuR have announced a partnership that will bring together Satcom connectivity and video compression technology into a single terminal designed for the aviation industry. Skytrac Photo

Skytrac and AnsuR partner to enable high-definition video streaming through Iridium Certus

Wednesday, August 18, 2021 SKYTRAC PRESS RELEASE

A Columbia Helicopters 234 Multi-Mission Chinook drops water from a Bambi Bucket during firefighting missions in Turkey. Nazim Özdemir Photo

Columbia Helicopters wins Turkey firefighting contract

Wednesday, August 18, 2021 COLUMBIA HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

AW119Kx on display at Mercy Flight’s Annual Gala earlier this month. C7 Photography Photo

Mercy Flight Central contracts for IFR-variant AW119Kx

Tuesday, August 17, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Hillsboro Aero Academy announces new helicopter training financing option

Tuesday, August 17, 2021 HAA PRESS RELEASE

The H145 is equipped with full authority digital engine control (FADEC) and the Helionix digital avionics suite. Airbus Photo

ADAC Luftrettung takes delivery of its first two five-bladed H145s

Tuesday, August 17, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

The ATSB made the call for information as it releases an investigation update from its ongoing investigation of a fatal Robinson R44 helicopter accident in Broome, Western Australia, on July 4, 2020. ATSB Photo

ATSB seeks information from Robinson Helicopter owners and operators

Tuesday, August 17, 2021 ATSB PRESS RELEASE

KRET to present its newest aviation developments at ‘ARMY’

Tuesday, August 17, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

By utilizing the Iridium satellite network, Skytrac’s IMS-350 and DLS-100 with a low-latency communication link will enable Embention with real time C2 capabilities for BVLOS flight operations. Embention Image

Skytrac and Embention to integrate first autopilot system supported by Iridium Certus

Tuesday, August 17, 2021 SKYTRAC PRESS RELEASE

An Afghan Air Force MD 530F Cayuse Warrior helicopter maneuvers for another gun-run, during a media demonstration, in April 2015, at a training range outside of Kabul, Afghanistan. SSGT Perry Aston Photo

Taliban captures Afghan helicopters as last U.S. personnel evacuated

Tuesday, August 17, 2021 DAN PARSONS

PJH operates a fleet of 40 aircraft. PJH Photo

PJH receives Stage 1 IS-BAO certification

Monday, August 16, 2021 PJH PRESS RELEASE

UAS Global Services will introduce the Sicura EG-1100 (left) and Anzen EG-1250 helicopters at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2021. Both are equipped with Sky Power engines. Sky Power Photo

Sky Power and UAS Global Services present two new helicopters at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2021

Monday, August 16, 2021 SKY POWER PRESS RELEASE

Garmin’s gamechanger: Flying the 600H in the Bell 505

Monday, August 16, 2021 MICHAEL MAYA CHARLES

The University of Maryland Alicorn (left), winner of the graduate student competition, and the University of Maryland Garra, the winning undergraduate entrant. University of Maryland Image

VFS announces winners of 38th annual Student Design Competition

Monday, August 16, 2021 VFS PRESS RELEASE

The Bell 360 Invictus being assembled in Amarillo, Texas in July 2021. Bell Photo

Bell’s Invictus is half built, with new tail rotor on the way

Friday, August 13, 2021 DAN PARSONS

The UH-60V has achieved the First Unit Equipped milestone, entering service with the Pennsylvania National Guard. U.S. Army Photo

Northrop Grumman’s open architecture UH-60V avionics suite enters service

Friday, August 13, 2021 NORTHROP GRUMMAN PRESS RELEASE

EC135 with dual bubble window. VIHA Photo

VIH Aerospace receives H135 left-hand vertical reference window STC approval

Friday, August 13, 2021 VIH AEROSPACE PRESS RELEASE

On the day it is certified, the Vy 400 will simultaneously become the world’s fastest helicopter and the world’s fastest single-engine civil turboprop. Transcend Air Image

Transcend Air selects Kaman Aerospace to build the Vy 400 HSVTOL aircraft

Friday, August 13, 2021 KAMAN PRESS RELEASE

The 16th annual CHC Safety & Quality Summit will look at whether the industry needs to change the way it identifies future hazards, as well as how it learn most effectively from previous events. CHC Photo

CHC Helicopter announces theme, opens call for papers for 2021 CHC Safety & Quality Summit

Friday, August 13, 2021 CHC HELICOPTER PRESS RELEASE

Dakota Air Parts receives UH-1 Iroquois and AH-1 Cobra inventories

Thursday, August 12, 2021 DAKOTA AIR PARTS PRESS RELEASE

FAA to hold meeting on Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, airspace

Thursday, August 12, 2021 FAA PRESS RELEASE

MRO Insider welcomes Sarah Parlari as director of talent acquisition

Thursday, August 12, 2021 MRO INSIDER PRESS RELEASE

Fred Jones. HAC Photo

Fred Jones to leave HAC as association thanks him for 13 years of leadership

Thursday, August 12, 2021 A MESSAGE FROM JACOB FORMAN, CHAIR, HELICOPTER ASSOCIATION OF CANADA

When the day turned into night: firefighting pilots on the wildfire season’s hot start

Wednesday, August 11, 2021 LISA GORDON

Babcock and Leonardo will combine their globally recognized expertise and experience in delivering military aircrew training. Babcock Leonardo Canadian Aircrew Training Photo

Babcock Canada and Leonardo Canada join forces to support FAcT program

Wednesday, August 11, 2021 BABCOCK CANADA AND LEONARDO CANADA PRESS RELEASE

The competition, entitled, “eVTOL Air Taxi for Passengers with Reduced Mobility (PRM),” is sponsored this year by Bell and is open to students at universities worldwide. Bell Image

VFS announces 2021-2022 Student Design Competition

Wednesday, August 11, 2021 VFS PRESS RELEASE

The Toll Ambulance Rescue Helicopter Service operates 24/7 365 days a year with response time averaging less than 10 minutes in daylight and less than 20 minutes at night. Toll Photo

Toll Ambulance Rescue Helicopter Service reaches 20,000-hour milestone

Wednesday, August 11, 2021 TOLL GROUP PRESS RELEASE

HAI congratulates Jennifer Homendy as new NTSB chair

Wednesday, August 11, 2021 HAI PRESS RELEASE

Prop-rotor model testing in the University of Maryland Glenn L. Martin Wind Tunnel. University of Maryland of Maryland Photo

Army, Navy, NASA renew commitment to academic VLRCOEs

Wednesday, August 11, 2021 DEVCOM PRESS RELEASE

Mapping the Himalayan foothills by helicopter

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 VERTICAL MAG / Photos courtesy of Himalayan Heli Services

Members of the Tennessee National Guard and the Nashville Fire Department’s Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team take part in a rescue exercise, August 5, at the Wilson County Fairgrounds, during Vigilant Guard 2021. 1st Lt. Sarah Kohrt Photo

Tennessee National Guard practices water rescue hoists with local agencies

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 TENNESSEE MILITARY DEPARTMENT PRESS RELEASE

Illustration of R3EM. RE2, Inc. Image

RE2 Robotics receives funding for development of autonomous refueling system

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 RE2 ROBOTICS.PRESS RELEASE

CT7-8 powered Vy 400 in ART (TM) service, in helicopter mode. Transcend Air Image

Transcend Air enters agreement with GE Aviation for HSVTOL engines

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 TRANSCEND AIR PRESS RELEASE

Neutrino-SX8-CZF-30-300. Teledyne FLIR Photo

Teledyne FLIR expands Neutrino portfolio

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 TELEDYNE FLIR PRESS RELEASE

The Advanced Tactics Inc Barracuda HSVTOL in high-speed cruise flight. Advanced Tactics and Rotor X Image

Advanced Tactics and Rotor X unveil family of HSVTOL aircraft

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 ADVANCED TACTICS AND ROTOR X PRESS RELEASE

VFS eVTOL aircraft directory reaches 500 concepts

Tuesday, August 10, 2021 VFS PRESS RELEASE

The Navy’s first TH-73A Thrasher arrives at Naval Air Station Whiting Field in Milton Aug. 6, 2021. Lt. Michelle Tucker for U.S. Navy Photo

U.S. Navy’s first TH-73A ‘Thrasher’ arrives at NAS Whiting Field

Monday, August 9, 2021 CNATRA PRESS RELEASE

The Penn State Vertical Lift Research Center of Excellence houses a full-motion base rotorcraft flight simulator. The facility allows researchers to investigate real-time flight dynamics, controls and handling qualities. Penn State Photo

Penn State Vertical Lift Research Center of Excellence renewed for sixth time

Monday, August 9, 2021 PENN STATE PRESS RELEASE

Erickson’s S-64 Super Air Crane Helicopter. Erickson Photo

Erickson evaluates strategic alternatives to accelerate growth in air operations and MRO

Friday, August 6, 2021 Erickson’s S-64 Super Air Crane Helicopter. Erickson Photo

The innovative five-bladed rotor system on the latest upgrade of the multi-mission H145 family increases the useful load of the helicopter by 330 lbs. Airbus Photo

Airbus Helicopters Canada delivers first five-bladed H145 helicopter in North America to STARS Air Ambulance

Friday, August 6, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

Sergio Traldi appointed European sales agent for GPMS

Friday, August 6, 2021 GPMS PRESS RELEASE

Kearfott employees celebrate the opening of the company’s new corporate headquarters and Guidance and Navigation division operating facility in Pine Brook, New Jersey. Kearfott Photo

Kearfott Corporation opens new corporate headquarters

Friday, August 6, 2021 KEARFOTT CORPORATION PRESS RELEASE

VH-92A helicopter on the tarmac at Naval Air Station, Patuxent River. The VH-92A test aircraft have proven their production readiness by undergoing rigorous U.S. government testing and operational assessments. U.S. Navy Photo

New Marine One for U.S. president ‘ready today’

Thursday, August 5, 2021 DAN PARSONS

The First Executive Helicopter

Thursday, August 5, 2021 BOB PETITE

Although electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft hold great promise, there are also significant challenges facing their widespread commercialization.

Introducing ‘eVTOL Basics for Investors’

Thursday, August 5, 2021 MHM PUBLISHING PRESS RELEASE

CAE acquires GlobalJet Services

Thursday, August 5, 2021 CAE PRESS RELEASE

Boston MedFlight is the first HEMS program in Massachusetts to have liquid plasma transfusion capability. Boston MedFlight Photo

Boston MedFlight adds liquid plasma to blood product offerings

Wednesday, August 4, 2021 BOSTON MEDFLIGHT PRESS RELEASE

HAI awards nine scholarships

Wednesday, August 4, 2021 HAI PRESS RELEASE

A A109 prototype was taken to the skies by pilot Ottorino Lancia for the first time in the summer of 1971. Leonardo Photo

Leonardo marks 50th anniversary of A109’s maiden flight

Wednesday, August 4, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

The H145’s performance at high altitudes makes it especially well-suited for mining operations in Chile. Ecocopter Photo

Second H145 helicopter lands in Chile

Wednesday, August 4, 2021 ECOCOPTER PRESS RELEASE

The APSCON 2021 show floor in New Orleans. Brent Bundy Photo

Airborne law enforcement sees a return to normal post-Covid

Tuesday, August 3, 2021 DAN PARSONS

The Wingcopter 198 is a state-of-the-art autonomous eVTOL delivery drone that enables safe, reliable, fast, and bi-directional medical deliveries. Air Methods Photo

Air Methods launches new drone solution

Tuesday, August 3, 2021 AIR METHODS PRESS RELEASE

The H145s will be stationed on the dual heli-decks of Quark Expedition’s Ultramarine expedition ship. Milestone Photo

Milestone provides two Airbus H145s to Ultramarine expedition ship

Tuesday, August 3, 2021 MILESTONE AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

The intensive training week at the LifeFlight Training Academy included winching exercises. RACQ LifeFlight Photo

New RACQ LifeFlight Rescue doctors take to the skies of Queensland

Tuesday, August 3, 2021 RACQ LIFEFLIGHT RESCUE PRESS RELEASE

Hill Helicopters recently accepted payment from a client in Bitcoin through CoinCorner for the purchase of a HX50 helicopter. Hill Helicopters Image

Hill Helicopters accepts Bitcoin with CoinCorner

Tuesday, August 3, 2021 COINCORNER PRESS RELEASE

The American Helicopter Museum’s newly restored McCulloch J-2 Gyroplane. AHMEC Photo

American Helicopter Museum begins heli rides and introduces J-2 gyroplane

Monday, August 2, 2021 AHMEC PRESS RELEASE

HSVTOL technology blends the hover capability of a helicopter with the speed, range and survivability features of a fighter aircraft. Bell Photo

Bell unveils new HSVTOL design concepts for military application

Monday, August 2, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

A Bell 206 helicopter surveys a field. NAAA Photo

NAAA celebrates 100th anniversary of aerial application

Monday, August 2, 2021 NATIONAL AGRICULTURAL AVIATION ASSOCIATION

M1 Surveillance comes equipped with Shotover’s real-time augmented reality software and comprehensive mission management solutions. Shotover Photo

Shotover debuts M1 Surveillance at APSCON 2021

Monday, August 2, 2021 SHOTOVER PRESS RELEASE

Helicentre Aviation Academy’s scholarship fund will assist prospective integrated and modular trainee helicopter pilots to fast-track their careers. Helicentre Aviation Photo

Helicentre Aviation to fund £250,000 in helicopter scholarships

Monday, August 2, 2021 HELICENTRE AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

Geisinger Life Flight helicopter lands on the new helipad at Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital. Geisinger Life Flight Photo

Geisinger Jersey Shore Hospital helipad project complete

Friday, July 30, 2021 GEISINGER LIFE FLIGHT PRESS RELEASE

A CH-47F Chinook helicopter is unloaded from a Dover Air Force Base C-5M Super Galaxy at Royal Australian Air Force Base Townsville, Australia, July 7, 2021. Senior Airman Faith Schaefer for U.S. Air Force Photo

U.S. Air Force delivers helicopters, bolsters Australian alliance

Friday, July 30, 2021 ROLAND BALIK FOR 436TH AIRLIFT WING PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Care Flight is celebrating 40 years of bringing critical care to Nevada and northern California. Care Flight Photo

Care Flight celebrates 40 years of responding ‘When it Matters Most’

Friday, July 30, 2021 TEMPLE FLETCHER CCEMTP, CMTE, SMTA FOR CARE FLIGHT

Eagle Copters Australasia began operations in 2013. It is now certified to perform maintenance under CASA Part 145 on various helicopter manufacturers such as Bell, Leonardo, Airbus and Robinson. Eagle Photo

Eagle Copters Australasia attains Part 145 certification

Friday, July 30, 2021 EAGLE COPTERS PRESS RELEASE

Metro Aviation invests in safety with purchase of ICARUS devices

Friday, July 30, 2021 METRO AVIATION

The new Bell 429 has the tail number N812LE and is dedicated to Deputy Kenneth “Ken” Blair, serial #812, who was killed in the line of duty of Sept. 28, 1995.

Twin for the Win: Maricopa County’s new Bell 429

Thursday, July 29, 2021 DAN MEGNA

Avionica announces changes to leadership team

Thursday, July 29, 2021 AVIONICA PRESS RELEASE

A UH-60V Black Hawk helicopter is secured after being flown to Fort Indiantown Gap, Pa., on July 27, 2021. Sgt. 1st Class Matthew Keeler Photo

EAATS receives new Black Hawk variant

Thursday, July 29, 2021 PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL GUARD, JFHQ PUBLIC AFFAIRS PRESS RELEASE

Portuguese Navy takes delivery of first upgraded Lynx

Thursday, July 29, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

The SpectroLink system is designed to add digital control and linking capability to SX Series Nightsun searchlights. Spectrolab Photo

Spectrolab exhibits second generation SpectroLink at APSCON 2021

Thursday, July 29, 2021 SPECTROLAB PRESS RELEASE

MD Helicopters hosts celebrations at APSCON 2021

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 MDHI PRESS RELEASE

Sagetech Avionics and UNDAF teams demonstrated ACAS cooperative DAA in the Penguin C UAS. Sagetech Photo

Sagetech Avionics demonstrates true Detect and Avoid

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 SAGETECH AVIONICS PRESS RELEASE

Metro will display the Hillsborough County Sheriff’s Office Airbus H125 at APSCON 2021. Metro Photo

Metro Aviation returns to tradeshows with APSCON appearance

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 METRO AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

Outerlink’s IRIS system is a true command and control solution to maintain fleet communication, reduce downtime, fly safer, and improve training initiatives. Outerlink Image

Outerlink VP to speak at APSCON

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 OUTERLINK PRESS RELEASE

AvidAir International has successfully delivered over 2,500 compressor cases. Avid Air Photo

AvidAir marks tenth anniversary of signature compressor case

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 AVIDAIR PRESS RELEASE

The Brazilian Air Force has contracted Sikorsky will provide logistics support for UH-60L Black Hawk helicopters operated by the Brazilian Air Force. The contract will improve flight availability for the 16-aircraft fleet. BAF Photo

Sikorsky receives Brazilian Air Force Black Hawk sustainment contract

Wednesday, July 28, 2021 LOCKHEED MARTIN PRESS RELEASE

Jim Morford / Holly Gilewski. Aero Asset Photo

Aero Asset strengthens sales support staff

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 AERO ASSET PRESS RELEASE

MDHI executives gather with Huntington Beach Police Department to sign a purchase agreement for three new MD 530Fs. MDHI Photo

Huntington Beach PD purchases three MD 530F helicopters

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 MDHI PRESS RELEASE

StandardAero noted that the modifications to the tailboom and airframe would provide a number of operational benefits. StandardAero Photo

StandardAero delivers upgraded UH-1H tailboom to Pinal County Sheriff’s Department

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 STANDARDAERO PRESS RELEASE

IADA welcomes three new members

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 IADA PRESS RELEASE

The ACR Bivy Stick weighs just 100g and can be used in conjunction with the full-featured ACR Bivy app. ACR Electronics Photo

ACR Electronics introduces Bivy Stick satellite communication device and app

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 ACR ELECTRONICS PRESS RELEASE

Polk County Sheriff’s R66 police helicopter. Robinson Photo

Robinson R66 police helicopter on display at ASPCON

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 ROBINSON PRESS RELEASE

Soldiers assigned to the United States Army Air Ambulance Detachment “Yakima Dustoff” 16th Combat Aviation Brigade performed multiple life-saving aeromedical evacuations of civilians in various locations in Washington July 17-18, 2021. USAAAD Yakima Dustoff Photo

‘Yakima Dustoff’ conducts 4 aeromedical evacuations in 24 hours

Tuesday, July 27, 2021 SGT. SHATYRA REED FOR U.S. ARMY

The TFO station can be quickly installed in the Bell 429 using existing cabin seat rails. AeroBrigham Photo

AeroBrigham to debut Bell 429 advanced law enforcement station at APSCON 2021

Monday, July 26, 2021 AEROBRIGHAM PRESS RELEASE

The J301 has the flexibility to work with several different ICS Tie line levels simplifying its interface with existing audio systems. Alpine Aerotech Photo

TCCA STC approval for the J301A-001 audio panel for Bell helicopters

Monday, July 26, 2021 ALPINE AEROTECH PRESS RELEASE

OTA installs HTAWS on AW139s

Monday, July 26, 2021 OTA PRESS RELEASE

MD Helicopters featuring Oxford Police MD 530F at APSCON 2021

Monday, July 26, 2021 MDHI PRESS RELEASE

SB>1 Defiant lifts weight of mobile rocket launcher

Monday, July 26, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Veteran pilot Hugh Mills, Jr., takes a quick spin in an MD 500 with MDHI Senior Flight Instructor Dave Salem and Cinematography Pilot/Reporter Bruce Haffner. MDHI Photo

MD Helicopters hosts distinguished veteran pilot Hugh Mills Jr.

Friday, July 23, 2021 MDHI PRESS RELEASE

Rostec starts developing hydrogen-powered aircraft engines

Friday, July 23, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

Alfonso Garcia. Alpine Aerotech Photo

Alfonso Garcia named Alpine Aerotech VP of sales and business development

Friday, July 23, 2021 ALPINE AEROTECH PRESS RELEASE

HM Coastguard’s drone, helicopter and airplane assets undertaking their first formation flight in Wales Ian Black, HM Coastguard, Bristow Helicopters, 2Excel Aviation Photo

Drone joins HM Coastguard air, land and sea rescue teams

Friday, July 23, 2021 BRISTOW PRESS RELEASE

Steve Landrey, (left) with his cardiac rehabilitation instructor David Braithwaite. WAAC Photo

Helicopter chief’s life saved by air ambulance

Friday, July 23, 2021 WAAC PRESS RELEASE

An HH-60G Pave Hawk assigned to the 41st Rescue Squadron prepares to land June 15, 2021, at Moody Air Force Base, Georgia. U.S. Air Force/Senior Airman Hayden Legg Photo

U.S. Air Force cancels obstacle avoidance sensor for CSAR helicopters

Thursday, July 22, 2021 DAN PARSONS

This year is the earliest that the U.S. National Multi-Agency Coordinating Group has elevated the national preparedness level to five over the last 10 years. Kari Greer Photo

Millions of acres burn as early fire season hits hard

Thursday, July 22, 2021 ED BROTAK

Power Rangers: Flying with Western Power Distribution’s Helicopter Unit

Thursday, July 22, 2021 JON DUKE

Vice Adm. Kenneth Whitesell, Commander, U.S. Naval Air Forces, left, presents the Material Inspection and Receiving Report for first aircraft to Vice Adm. Ravneet Singh, Indian Navy Deputy Chief of Naval Staff, during an acceptance ceremony at Naval Air Station North Island on Friday, July 16. MC2(SW/AW) Sara Eshleman for U.S. Navy Photo

U.S. and Indian navies hold ceremony to commemorate India’s first MH-60R

Thursday, July 22, 2021 NAVAL AIR FORCES PRESS RELEASE

AUVSI to host Phase II of Unmanned Systems Defense conference

Thursday, July 22, 2021 AUVSI PRESS RELEASE

The hybrid engine is designed for next-generation unmanned aerial vehicles flying with four propellers. Rostec Photo

Mock-up of hybrid engine for aircraft unveiled by UEC

Thursday, July 22, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

A prototype of the VK-650V engine was exhibited at the International Aerospace Salon MAKS-2021. Rostec Photo

UEC initiates second stage of testing the VK-650V demonstrator engine

Thursday, July 22, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

Polar-ready helicopters will enable Quark to take guests deeper into the polar regions than any other operator in the expedition industry. Quark Expeditions Photo

Quark Expeditions unveils industry’s most immersive polar helicopter program

Wednesday, July 21, 2021 QUARK EXPEDITIONS PRESS RELEASE

Mi-171A3 is the first Russian helicopter designed for offshore operations and maintenance of offshore drilling platforms. Rostec Photo

MAKS-2021 to host premieres of Mi-171A3, Ka-32A11M and Ansat-M

Wednesday, July 21, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

CREATET-AV Helios computer simulated flow field of air through the rotor blades of a UH-60A Black Hawk helicopter in forward flight. U.S. Army Image

Vertical Flight Society announces winner of 2021 Alfred Gessow Best Paper Award

Wednesday, July 21, 2021 VFS PRESS RELEASE

Garmin Pilot app adds new features

Wednesday, July 21, 2021 GARMIN PRESS RELEASE

A prototype of the Ka-226T was presented during MAKS-2021. Rostec Photo

Russian Helicopters presents the new modification of the Ka-226T

Wednesday, July 21, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

Based in Eagle Farm, Brisbane,RBI Hawker Limited is a joint venture between Hawker Pacific Airservices Ltd and Bell. Bell Photo

RBI Hawker Australia appointed a Bell Customer Service Facility

Wednesday, July 21, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

The first flight of the Polish Navy’s AW101 demonstrated functional checks of the main airframe systems as well as the control system. Polish National Ministry of Defense Photo

Polish Navy’s AW101 flies for the first time

Tuesday, July 20, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

MDHI expects to be receiving parts under its agreements with ACT and Unitech by early 2022. MDHI Photo

MDHI contracts with new composite manufacturers

Tuesday, July 20, 2021 MDHI PRESS RELEASE

Garmin’s GFC 600H flight control system provides a cost-effective flight control solution that reduces pilot workload and improves mission effectiveness. Garmin Photo

Garmin announces GFC 600H flight control system certification for Bell 505

Tuesday, July 20, 2021 GARMIN PRESS RELEASE

David Mast. PAG Photo

David Mast marks 25 years as CEO of PAG

Tuesday, July 20, 2021 PAG PRESS RELEASE

Survival provisions in all kits include signal, water purification and shelter along with multiple fire-starting methods. Crashkit Photo

Crashkit introduces ‘Lite’ series

Tuesday, July 20, 2021 CRASHKIT PRESS RELEASE

Crestview Aerospace has completed manufacturing the first of eight cabins at the Crestview Florida facility. Crestview Photo

Bell begins manufacturing UH-1Y for first international operator

Tuesday, July 20, 2021 BELL AND CRESTVIEW AEROSPACE PRESS RELEASE

Armed suspect apprehended at Idaho firefighting helibase

Monday, July 19, 2021 VERTICAL MAG

Babcock Australasia will operate, crew and maintain the new AW139 for Capricorn Rescue from their Rockhampton base in Central Queensland. Babcock Photo

Babcock Australasia to operate new AW139 for Capricorn Rescue

Monday, July 19, 2021 BABCOCK PRESS RELEASE

PHI will offer internships to Aviation Management students on an ongoing basis from November. PHI Photo

PHI International and Massey University School of Aviation announce partnership

Monday, July 19, 2021 PHI INTERNATIONAL AND MASSEY UNIVERSITY SCHOOL OF AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

An MH-60S Knighthawk helicopter assigned to the “Longhorns” of Helicopter Search and Rescue (SAR) Squadron, practices pinnacle landings and extractions during a mountain flying SAR training event. Chief Mass Communication Specialist Shannon Renfroe for U.S. Navy Photo

Navy helicopter crew rescued after crash

Monday, July 19, 2021 U.S. NAVY PRESS RELEASE

A multistate ambulance procession carrying the names of 144 fallen EMS personnel who have died in the line of duty began its journey in Dallas on Jul. 16. GMR Photo

GMR hosts opening ceremony for Moving Honors procession

Monday, July 19, 2021 GMR PRESS RELEASE

Leonardo plans to offer the AW149 to meet the U.K. Puma recap program. Jamie Hunter Photo

Leonardo makes case for AW149 as RAF Puma replacement

Friday, July 16, 2021 JAMIE HUNTER

Precision maintains a dedicated Cabri USA team, working to support the aircraft in the United States and Canada. Precision Photo

Precision congratulates Guimbal for top ranking

Friday, July 16, 2021 PRECISION SUPPORT SERVICES PRESS RELEASE

A VRM Switzerland R22 virtual training solution. VRM Switzerland Photo

Heli Austria Flight Academy to operate VRM Switzerland helicopter flight simulators

Friday, July 16, 2021 VRM SWITZERLAND PRESS RELEASE

CAE plans to position itself as a leader in end-to-end technology, operational support and training solutions for advanced air mobility, as well as develop green light aircraft technologies. CAE Photo

CAE announces C$1 billion investment in the technologies of the future

Friday, July 16, 2021 CAE PRESS RELEASE

Aero Asset reports rise in preowned twin helicopter market

Friday, July 16, 2021 AERO ASSET PRESS RELEASE

Carbyne partners with Edgybees to innovate disaster response

Thursday, July 15, 2021 CARBYNE PRESS RELEASE

Hélicoptères Guimbal scored highest among airframe OEMs, closely followed by Robinson Helicopter. Heath Moffatt Photo

Guimbal, P&WC come out on top in Vertical’s 2021 helicopter industry survey

Thursday, July 15, 2021 VERTICAL MAG

Bell center console riser. Alpine Aerotech Photo

Alpine Aerotech receives STC for Bell medium pedestal riser

Thursday, July 15, 2021 ALPINE AEROTECH PRESS RELEASE

Two pilots performing a training exercise in the new full-flight helicopter simulator. CNW Group/Canadian Coast Guard Photo

Canadian Coast Guard takes delivery of new helicopter simulator

Thursday, July 15, 2021 CANADIAN COAST GUARD PRESS RELEASE

CAFE Foundation and VFS announce program for 15th Annual Electric Aircraft Symposium

Thursday, July 15, 2021 CAFE FOUNDATION AND VERTICAL FLIGHT SOCIETY PRESS RELEASE

Chad St. Francis. ASU Photo

ASU promotes Chad St. Francis to vice president of business development and marketing

Thursday, July 15, 2021 ASU PRESS RELEASE

Fueling Change: Sustainable Aviation Fuel

Wednesday, July 14, 2021 OLIVER JOHNSON

The MD 530F’s updated design allows for increased configuration flexibility to fit any mission. MD Helicopters Photo

MD Helicopters MD 530F demonstrator visits Midwest and South

Wednesday, July 14, 2021 MDHI PRESS RELEASE

The AW169 will support ENI’s oil-and-gas missions in the UK. GECAS Photo

Milestone announces purchase leaseback with NHV

Wednesday, July 14, 2021 GECAS PRESS RELEASE

Airfoil meshed cross section viewed in Gmsh and contour plot of recovered nodal stress. AnalySwift Image

Air Force to help fund AnalySwift, Weber State advanced air mobility project

Wednesday, July 14, 2021 ANALYSWIFT PRESS RELEASE

Essex Industries’ oxygen gas wall outlet provides safe delivery of supplemental oxygen and accurate prescribed flow rates to patients in multiple healthcare settings including helicopter emergency services. Essex Photo

Essex Industries expands wall outlet line

Wednesday, July 14, 2021 ESSEX INDUSTRIES PRESS RELEASE

RACQ LifeFlight Rescue jet and helicopter crews flew more than 4,600 hours in total in the last financial year. RACQ LifeFlight Rescue Photo

RACQ LifeFlight Rescue clocks up busiest year on record

Wednesday, July 14, 2021 RACQ LIFEFLIGHT RESCUE PRESS RELEASE

Metro added more than 300 proprietary Point-In-Space geo-referenced hospital-based approaches and departures to its Electronic Flight Bags (EFB). Metro Image

Metro Aviation continues investment in safety

Wednesday, July 14, 2021 METRO AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

With the recent delivery to W.A. Oil, there are now almost 30 Bell 505s in operation across six countries in Africa and the Middle East. Bell Photo

Bell delivers first 505 to Ethiopia

Tuesday, July 13, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

A Bristow S-92 flies over the Equinor Statfjord B platform, which is one of the oldest producing fields on the Norwegian continental shelf, and the largest oil discovery in the North Sea. Bristow Photo

Bristow Group announces contract extensions

Tuesday, July 13, 2021 BRISTOW PRESS RELEASE

The DRF Luftrettung rescue crews set off on 18,356 call-outs nationwide in the first half of 2021. DRF Luftrettung Photo

A busy start to 2021 for DRF Luftrettung

Tuesday, July 13, 2021 DRF LUFTRETTUNG PRESS RELEASE

Stevens Aerospace receives Parts Manufacturer Approval

Monday, July 12, 2021 STEVENS PRESS RELEASE

The extended five-year agreement between HeliSpeed and BIH cements a long-term partnership. HeliSpeed Photo

HeliSpeed extends SAR support agreement with BIH

Monday, July 12, 2021 HELISPEED PRESS RELEASE

The Arrano 1A engine integrates the best in aero-engine technologies and offers a 15 % reduction in fuel consumption over other in-service helicopter engines. Safran Photo

Safran Arrano 1A obtains FAA certification

Monday, July 12, 2021 SAFRAN PRESS RELEASE

Maurizio Dellantonio, president CNSAS, and Gian Piero Cutillo, MD Leonardo Helicopters. Leonardo Photo

Leonardo and CNSAS renew cooperation agreement

Friday, July 9, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

AEM welcomes new R&D manager

Friday, July 9, 2021 AEM PRESS RELEASE

The cabinets were delivered to the customer and fitted into the Airbus H145 on site. SPAES Photo

SPAES manufactures and certifies six stowage cabinets for an Airbus H145

Friday, July 9, 2021 SPAES PRESS RELEASE

Kaman announces CFO transition

Friday, July 9, 2021 KAMAN PRESS RELEASE

Wire strike marks on left skid. ATSB Photo

ATSB releases R22 accident investigation preliminary report

Friday, July 9, 2021 ATSB PRESS RELEASE

Sikorsky CH-53K King Stallions. Lockheed Martin Photo

U.S. Marines could buy fewer CH-53K helicopters to control cost

Thursday, July 8, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Bristow is a launch customer for the Leonardo AW609 civil tiltrotor, showing that the company is unafraid to embrace new types of vertical-lift aircraft. Bristow Image

Bristow sees future in advanced air mobility

Thursday, July 8, 2021 ELAN HEAD

SIMCUI incorporates Artificial Intelligence algorithms to measure the performance of each of the pilots and analyze their strengths and any room for improvement. Indra Photo

Indra’s virtual reality-based simulation system reduces pilot training time

Thursday, July 8, 2021 INDRA PRESS RELEASE

Volocopter’s Volocity electric aircraft. Volocopter Photo

CAE and Volocopter to partner in training future global air taxi pilot workforce

Thursday, July 8, 2021 VOLOCOPTER PRESS RELEASE

A Ch-47 Chinook helicopter hovers for the first time in two years at the Connecticut National Guard’s 1109th Theater Aviation Support Maintenance Group in Groton, Conn. June 2, 2021. This helicopter was battle damaged after a hard landing while serving in Iraq and had been sitting in Kuwait since 2018 awaiting repairs. Courtesy Photo

1109th TASMG brings new life to battle damaged helicopters

Thursday, July 8, 2021 TIMOTHY KOSTER FOR CONNECTICUT NATIONAL GUARD

Wreckage of a Yellowhead Helicopters Bell 212 that crashed on June 28.

Defective strap pin implicated in Bell 212 helicopter crash

Wednesday, July 7, 2021 VERTICAL MAG

AAR Corp. agrees to pay $11 million to settle False Claims Act allegations

Wednesday, July 7, 2021 U.S. DOJ PRESS RELEASE

Bell anticipates starting construction on the SIL facility in the coming weeks. Bell Image

Bell announces FVL Systems Integration Lab Facility in partnership with City of Arlington, Texas

Wednesday, July 7, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

VHA’s H125/AS350 tail rotor blades use the same NASA-designed laminar airfoil as the company’s popular 206 series tail rotor blades. VHA Photo

VHA develops new H125/AS350 tail rotor assembly

Wednesday, July 7, 2021 VHA PRESS RELEASE

StandardAero completes acquisition of Signature Aviation’s Engine Repair and Overhaul business

Wednesday, July 7, 2021 STANDARDAERO PRESS RELEASE

The Cormorant entered service with the RCAF between 2001 and 2003 and has been plagued by parts obsolescence issues for several years. Mike Reyno Photo

RCAF Cormorant upgrade project on pause

Tuesday, July 6, 2021 CHRIS THATCHER

Paraclete believes “helmets need to be comfortable, but not at the expense of safety.” Paraclete Photo

Paraclete Aviation Life Support expands into HEMS industry

Tuesday, July 6, 2021 PARACLETE PRESS RELEASE

Under the agreement over 30 Makila engines powering the RMAF’s H225M helicopters will continue to be covered by Safran’s Global Support Package. Laurent Pascal Photo

Safran and Global Turbine Asia renew contract to support Malaysian H225M engines

Tuesday, July 6, 2021 SAFRAN PRESS RELEASE

Boston MedFlight’s helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft flew nearly 2,400 hours in 2020. Boston MedFlight Photo

Boston MedFlight surpasses 85,000 patient transport milestone

Tuesday, July 6, 2021 BOSTON MEDFLIGHT PRESS RELEASE

Safran Helicopter Engines recently ran an Arrano engine using 38% SAF at its Bordes facility. Safran Helicopter Engines Photo

Safran Helicopter Engines introduces biofuel to its facilities

Tuesday, July 6, 2021 SAFRAN HELICOPTER ENGINES PRESS RELEASE

Shawn Coyle’s regular contributions to Vertical included columns and pilot reports. Mike Reyno Photo

Helicopter industry mourns loss of Shawn Coyle

Monday, July 5, 2021 VERTICAL MAG

Whirly Girls International announces Garmin training scholarships

Monday, July 5, 2021 WHIRLY-GIRLS SCHOLARSHIP FUND PRESS RELEASE

Firehawk Helicopters remembers lost colleagues

Friday, July 2, 2021 FIREHAWK HELICOPTERS RELEASE

Boeta Dippenaar. Rocket HEMS Photo

Boeta Dippenaar named CEO of Henley Air and Rocket HEMS

Thursday, July 1, 2021 ROCKET HEMS PRESS RELEASE

VRM Switzerland’s sophisticated overall system creates a full-body immersion, giving the pilot the feeling of sitting in a real helicopter. VRM Photo

Colorado Highland Helicopters is VRM Switzerland’s first U.S. customer

Thursday, July 1, 2021 VRM SWITZERLAND PRESS RELEASE

Andy Canning, general manager of Lamborghini Edinburgh, presents a check for £500 to Nick Harvey, director of fundraising and communications at SCAA. Also pictured is event coordinator Mark Ryan of Driving Scotland and Helimed 76 pilot Captain Adam Fergusson. Graeme Hart Photo

Lamborghini Edinburgh Scottish Tour benefits Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance

Thursday, July 1, 2021 DRIVING SCOTLAND PRESS RELEASE

Police 1 was unveiled at MOTAT’s Aviation Display Hall on June 30. Police 2 will be unveiled to the public at a later date. New Zealand Police Photo

New Zealand police helicopters find a new home at MOTAT

Thursday, July 1, 2021 AIRWORK (NZ) PRESS RELEASE

The H145D3 will be the first five-bladed Airbus H145 to be delivered to a customer in the Middle East. Milestone Aviation Photo

AL-Sharqiya Aviation to take delivery of first five-bladed Airbus H145 in the Middle East

Thursday, July 1, 2021 MILESTONE AVIATION GROUP PRESS RELEASE

The contract with GHC includes ITP Aero’s Engine Condition Trend Monitoring technology for predictive engine maintenance based on big data analysis. ITP Aero Photo

ITP Aero signs contract with Gulf Helicopters

Thursday, July 1, 2021 ITP AERO PRESS RELEASE

The RCAF-operated Sikorsky CH-148 crashed during a routine surface surveillance mission, killing four crew members and two passengers. Combat Camera Photo

Cyclone crash report details events that led to fatal flight control problem

Wednesday, June 30, 2021 CHRIS THATCHER

Becoming a 24/7 service for East Anglia has been a long-term ambition of EAAA. Chris Taylor Photo

East Anglian Air Ambulance now flying 24/7

Wednesday, June 30, 2021 EAST ANGLIAN AIR AMBULANCE PRESS RELEASE

Mi-171А2 certified in Vietnam

Wednesday, June 30, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

AirVenture aviation job fair returns in July

Wednesday, June 30, 2021 JSFIRM.COM PRESS RELEASE

U.S. Marine Corps Capt. Joshua Hazeldean. Lance Cpl. Brandon Aultman Photo

HMLA-367 pilot Capt. Joshua Hazeldean wins 2021 Marine Aviator of the Year

Wednesday, June 30, 2021 LANCE CPL. BRANDON AULTMAN FOR MARINE CORPS BASE HAWAII

To the ends of the Earth with the OceanXplorer

Tuesday, June 29, 2021 DAN PARSONS

IADA accepting scholarship applications

Tuesday, June 29, 2021 IADA PRESS RELEASE

Sloane Helicopter’s Elstree hangar facility is expected to be open from early 2022. Sloane Helicopters Photo

Sloane Helicopters to add fifth base

Tuesday, June 29, 2021 SLOANE HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

The CH-53K King Stallion executing night vision goggle helicopter aerial refueling. Dane Wiedmann Photo

Nine additional CH-53K King Stallion helicopters under contract

Tuesday, June 29, 2021 NAVAIR PRESS RELEASE |

All are invited and encouraged to attend the 2021 National EMS Weekend of Honor as a show of support for the selfless service and sacrifice of the honorees and the loved ones they left behind. National EMS Memorial Service Photo

144 EMS fallen to be honored during the National EMS Weekend of Honor

Tuesday, June 29, 2021 NATIONAL EMS MEMORIAL SERVICE PRESS RELEASE

How the LAPD’s Air Support Division gains a sharper edge

Monday, June 28, 2021 WOODY MCCLENDON

Survitec receives £15 million bank guarantee facility from Barclays

Monday, June 28, 2021 SURVITEC PRESS RELEASE

CAE receives regulatory approvals for acquisition of L3Harris Technologies’ Military Training business

Monday, June 28, 2021 CAE PRESS RELEASE

Puma helicopter being loaded off an Antonov aircraft at RAF Benson. Ministry of Defence Photo

RAF Puma helicopter detachment returns from Afghanistan

Monday, June 28, 2021 U.K. MINISTRY OF DEFENCE PRESS RELEASE

Lt. Gen. Brad Webb, commander of Air Education and Training Command, and Lt. Col. Joseph Davis, 23rd Flying Training Squadron commander, take a closer look at a virtual reality simulator used in Helicopter Training Next. Lt. Col. Andy Thaggard for U.S. Army Photo

First pilots graduate from helicopter-only training at Fort Rucker

Monday, June 28, 2021 ARYN LOCKHART FOR 19TH AIR FORCE PUBLIC AFFAIRS

Lorenzo Guerini, Italian Minister of Defense. Leonardo Photo

Italian Minister of Defense attends Leonardo’s delivery of HH-139B helicopter to the Italian Air Force

Monday, June 28, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Bell V-280 Valor tiltrotor has flown its last

Friday, June 25, 2021 DAN PARSONS

AEM receives certification under Canada’s Controlled Goods Program

Friday, June 25, 2021 AEM PRESS RELEASE

The ZPX-A weighs only 50 grams and has a complete footprint roughly 2/3rd the size of a business card. uAvionix Photo

uAvionix receives 2nd DoD AIMS certification with RT-2087/ZPX-A

Friday, June 25, 2021 UAVIONIX PRESS RELEASE

The development of Mi-8 by Mil Design Bureau began in the second half of the 1950s. Since its first flight in June 1961, over 13,000 have been delivered to more than 80 countries. Rostec Photo

Rostec observes 60th anniversary of Mi-8’s first flight

Friday, June 25, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

Airborne over Arizona with the Salt River Project

Thursday, June 24, 2021 HOWARD SLUTSKEN

UAV Navigation autopilots now compatible with Ainstein US-D1 radar altimeter

Thursday, June 24, 2021 UAV NAVIGATION PRESS RELEASE

Anne Arundel County Police Department’s new Bell 407GXi was delivered with a full law enforcement configuration. PAC Photo

PAC International customizes new Bell 407GXi for Anne Arundel County

Thursday, June 24, 2021 PAC INTERNATIONAL PRESS RELEASE

Axnes wireless intercom solutions are installed in more than 1,800 aircraft worldwide. Mid-Continent Photo

Mid-Continent named Axnes authorized repair station

Thursday, June 24, 2021 MID-CONTINENT PRESS RELEASE

Stefan Nusser, paramedic with “Christoph 111”, and Peter Kennemann, pilot of “Christoph 111”, with the Adenauer-De Gaulle Prize certificate. LAR Photo

DRF Luftrettung and Luxembourg Air Rescue receive Adenauer-De Gaulle Prize 2020 award

Thursday, June 24, 2021 DRF LUFTRETTUNG PRESS RELEASE

S.A.F.E. provides maintenance stands to Riverside County Sheriff Department

Thursday, June 24, 2021 S.A.F.E. PRESS RELEASE

Jupiter Avionics Corporation observed its 10th anniversary and revealed new product additions at the Aircraft Electronics Association annual convention. Jupiter Photo

Jupiter Avionics celebrates 10 year anniversary at AEA annual convention

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 JUPITER AVIONICS PRESS RELEASE

AIRS-400 captures WAAS GPS (altitude, latitude, longitude, ground speed, vertical speed), attitude data (pitch, roll, yaw), rates of rotation, and acceleration data (G forces). Appareo Photo

Appareo announces 4K ultra HD flight data recorder with cellular data offload

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 APPAREO PRESS RELEASE

Airbox has revolutionized how emergency services respond by helping teams to visualize their environments and share data in live situations. Lloyd Horgan Photo

Airbox to use £1.5m investment to help frontline emergency services

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 BOOST&CO PRESS RELEASE

Flight Data Systems has announced a STC for SENTRY Cockpit Voice and Flight Data Recorder on a H145 twin-engine medium utility-transport helicopter. FDS Photo

Flight Data Systems’ SENTRY receives STC for H145

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 FDS PRESS RELEASE

Williamtown airspace map with VH-UVC’s position at various times. Airservices Australia Image annotated by the ATSB

ATSB report highlights risk of visual pilots attempting to fly in instrument conditions

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 ATSB PRESS RELEASE

With the award from U.S. Special Operations Command, the U.K. will be the first international operator of a Block II Chinook. U.S. DoD Photo

Boeing to boost UK Royal Air Force Chinook fleet

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 BOEING PRESS RELEASE

LifeFlight’s Michael Dopking (left) and Simon Jamieson. RACQ LifeFlight Rescue Photo

LifeFlight Australia takes maintenance of ‘hero gear’ to the highest level

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 LIFEFLIGHT AUSTRALIA PRESS RELEASE

HM Coastguard Search and Rescue Lydd helicopter winch paramedic Mark Scotland was awarded with the Testimonial on Parchment for bravery. Bristow Photo

HM Coastguard Search and Rescue crewman awarded for exceptional bravery

Wednesday, June 23, 2021 BRISTOW PRESS RELEASE

Mosquito control in the Florida Keys

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 MIKE KILLIAN

The 2021 67 Blankets event took place at the Steyn City school, located in the scenic Steyn City Parkland Residence in Johannesburg. Bell Photo

Bell participates in 67 Blankets initiative

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

Rafaut Group finalizes its acquisition of Alkan Group

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 RAFAUT GROUP PRESS RELEASE

FDS’s newest addition is the Handheld Multipurpose Interface Unit (HHMPI). FDS Photo

EDMO Distributors partners with Flight Data Systems

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 FDS PRESS RELEASE

FAA launches Voluntary Reporting Program for Safety Office

Tuesday, June 22, 2021 FAA PRESS RELEASE

A day in the life of a chief aircrewman instructor

Monday, June 21, 2021 CHRIS SHARPE

Shadin has added many products to the AIS family, including the AIS-360 Buffer, AIS-360 LoHi Speed Convertor, AIS-361 CSDB Convertor, AIS-380 Combiner, AIS-450 Digital to Analog, AIS-455 Synchro-Resolver, and the AIS-460 Inertial Adapter. Shadin Photo

Shadin Avionics introduces new avionics modernization COTS products

Monday, June 21, 2021 SHADIN AVIONICS PRESS RELEASE

The new fifth edition of ICS Guide to Helicopter/Ship Operations provides the latest guidance on standardized procedures and facilities for helicopter/ship operations. ICS Photo

New Helicopter Operations Guide from ICS helps crews prepare for the unexpected

Monday, June 21, 2021 ICS PRESS RELEASE

The Ka-50’s original single-seat cockpit layout was considered revolutionary. The pilot of the Black Shark was protected by a fully armored cockpit that could withstand a direct hit from 23 mm caliber shells. Rostec Photo

Rostec marks 39th anniversary of the first flight of Ka-50

Monday, June 21, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

From left to right: Marco Trefanitz, CFO ÖAMTC Flugrettung, Christian Gruber, CEO RotorSky, Reinhard Kraxner, GF ÖAMTC Flugrettung. RotorSky Photo

ÖAMTC Air Rescue and RotorSky partner for training

Monday, June 21, 2021 ÖAMTC PRESS RELEASE

The APT 70 during its SIO demonstration flight last year. Bell Photo

Bell shares lessons from APT 70 drone demo with NASA

Friday, June 18, 2021 DAWN ZOLDI

Bristow to present at the J.P. Morgan 2021 Energy, Power & Renewables Conference

Friday, June 18, 2021 BRISTOW PRESS RELEASE

View of the approach to the LS from the east. (This image does not show the conditions of reduced light and visibility present at the time of the serious incident.) AAIB Photo

AAIB issues report on near controlled flight into terrain

Friday, June 18, 2021 AAIB PRESS RELEASE

EASA publishes Decision to improve rotorcraft safety

Friday, June 18, 2021 EASA PRESS RELEASE

A Quick Reaction Force CH-47D during a press event on June 14. Photos by Skip Robinson

‘Quick Reaction Force’ helicopters deployed for firefighting in Southern California

Thursday, June 17, 2021 SKIP ROBINSON

The Sheriff’s new ride

Thursday, June 17, 2021 SKIP ROBINSON

FXAIR’s sister company, Associated Aircraft Group, will operate Sikorsky helicopter service between New York and the Hamptons this summer. AAG Photo

FXAIR launches ‘Hamptons 10-Pack’

Thursday, June 17, 2021 FXAIR PRESS RELEASE

Rusada is recruiting for junior and senior software developers, product owners and product testers. Rusada Photo

Rusada embarks on major recruitment drive

Thursday, June 17, 2021 RUSADA PRESS RELEASE

The Republic of Korea Navy operates eight Leonardo AW159 helicopters. Leonardo Photo

Republic of Korea’s AW159 upgrade ensures interoperability with allies

Thursday, June 17, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

The maintenance staff in charge of this inspection is made up of eight qualified technicians belonging to the Ecocopter Aeronautical Maintenance Center (CMA). Ecocopter Photo

Ecocopter’s ‘Great Visit’ provides for safety in flight

Thursday, June 17, 2021 ECOCOPTER PRESS RELEASE

Airbus has more than 1,470 H145 Family helicopters in service around the world. Airbus Photo

SAF orders three H145s for EMS missions in France

Wednesday, June 16, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

Leonardo’s new 20,000 square meter facility is scheduled to be completed in Q4 2022. UMC Image

Leonardo breaks ground on advanced new helicopter logistics hub in South West England

Wednesday, June 16, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Christophe Simon. Heli-One Photo

Heli-One welcomes Christophe Simon to Sales and Business Development team

Wednesday, June 16, 2021 HELI-ONE PRESS RELEASE

Metro Managing Director Milton Geltz presented retiring sheet metal technician Mike Evans with a commemorative wrench fabricated in Metro’s machine shop. Metro Photo

Metro Aviation celebrates longevity among employees

Wednesday, June 16, 2021 METRO AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

The ATSB report emphasizes the importance of providing passengers a specific briefing on the location and operation of exit doors. ATSB Photo

ATSB releases final report on 2018 helicopter collision with water

Wednesday, June 16, 2021 AUSTRALIAN TRANSPORT SAFETY BUREAU PRESS RELEASE

The agreement between Airbus Helicopters and SKYTRAC will enable customers to select SKYTRAC avionics on newly purchased helicopters. SKYTRAC Image

Airbus Helicopters, Inc. and SKYTRAC formalize long-term supply chain agreement

Wednesday, June 16, 2021 SKYTRAC PRESS RELEASE

Hill Helicopters is building three prototypes of the HX50, and will perform the first flight of the type in 2022. Hill Helicopters Image

Hill Helicopters records over 200 HX50 sales; prototypes to fly in 2022

Tuesday, June 15, 2021 OLIVER JOHNSON

Behind the scenes at the Irish Coast Guard

Tuesday, June 15, 2021 LUKASZ GANCARZ

HeliSpeed will partner with Gloria Aviation at its flight training center in South Korea. HeliSpeed Photo

HeliSpeed announces pilot training agreement with Gloria Aviation in South Korea

Tuesday, June 15, 2021 HELISPEED PRESS RELEASE

A Hungarian Defense Force Mi-24 Hind launches for a leader orientation flight with AH-64 pilots from the 12th Combat Aviation Brigade at Szolnok Air Base, Hungary on June 3, 2021, during exercise Saber Guardian 21, part of the DEFENDER-Europe 21 series of exercises. Maj. Robert Fellingham for U.S. Army Photo

U.S. and Hungarian attack helicopter units cross-train aviators

Tuesday, June 15, 2021 MAJ. ROBERT FELLINGHAM FOR U.S. ARMY 12TH COMBAT AVIATION BRIGADE

Airbus’s Rotary-wing Safety Award will recognize Australia-based rotary wing organizations, groups and agencies who have made a significant contribution to improve safety performance. Airbus Helicopters Photo

Airbus Australia Pacific launches Rotary-wing Safety Award

Tuesday, June 15, 2021 AIRBUS AUSTRALIA PACIFIC PRESS RELEASE

The maintenance stands are painted black and gold to match the color scheme of the New Mexico State Police. S.A.F.E. Photo

S.A.F.E. delivers custom maintenance stands to New Mexico State Police

Tuesday, June 15, 2021 S.A.F.E. PRESS RELEASE

The EMS Star of Life Awards honor the accomplishments of EMS personnel across the state of Tennessee. Star of Life Photo

Vanderbilt LifeFlight crews recognized at Star of Life Awards

Tuesday, June 15, 2021 VANDERBILT LIFEFLIGHT PRESS RELEASE

New horizons for Blade Aviation

Monday, June 14, 2021 OLIVER JOHNSON

MD Helicopters has received two new contract awards to support the Afghan Air Force’s MD 530F Cayuse Warriors. MD Helicopters Photo

MD Helicopters secures $43.9 million in Army contracts

Monday, June 14, 2021 MD HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

The upgraded General Helicopter Equipment Management System System (SUOVO) is currently being tested in three Ka-62s. Russian Helicopters Photo

Ka-62 gets improved equipment management system

Monday, June 14, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

The newly inducted ALHs will be part of different Indian Coast Guard aviation squadrons. HAL Photo

HAL-manufactured ALH Mk-III helicopters inducted into Indian Coast Guard

Monday, June 14, 2021 HAL PRESS RELEASE

Oceania Aviation’s new website features enhanced user functionality and experience. Oceania Image

Oceania Aviation launches new website and brand refresh

Monday, June 14, 2021 OCEANIA AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

A TH-73 helicopter flies over the Leonardo Helicopters’ manufacturing facility in Philadelphia where it and 129 others will be built. Leonardo Photo

Leonardo delivers U.S. Navy’s first TH-73 training helicopter

Friday, June 11, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Superior Air Med’s expansion includes two new medically-equipped Learjet 45 fixed-wing aircraft for organ procurement and patient transport services. Metro Photo

Superior Air Med returns to the Metro Family

Friday, June 11, 2021 METRO PRESS RELEASE

Rostec tests Ansat fuel tank by dropping it from 15 meters

Friday, June 11, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

A demonstration of the Helitak FT4500 Fire Tank. Helitak Photo

Helitak FT4500 UH-60 Black Hawk fire tank awarded FAA STC Certification

Friday, June 11, 2021 Helitak

A screen grab from a video posted to Twitter shows a U.S. Customs and Border Protection helicopter flying low over protesters. Evan Frost video

U.S. CBP investigating low flight over pipeline protesters

Thursday, June 10, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Bristow has a mixed fleet of Sikorsky S-92s (pictured) and Leonardo AW189s serving the existing UK SAR contract. Greg Caygill Photo

Bristow, Airbus, EEA & Serco make shortlist for UKSAR2G

Thursday, June 10, 2021 OLIVER JOHNSON

BSAA at the roof of Karolinska Sjukhuset Stockholm. BSAA Photo

AUK Protection provides uniforms for Babcock Scandinavian Air Ambulance

Thursday, June 10, 2021 AUK PROTECTION PRESS RELEASE

The two two HH-60 Black Hawk helicopters faced off at Montana Army National Guard base in Helena, Montana. Vita Inclinata Image

Vita Rescue System outperforms legacy system 3:1

Thursday, June 10, 2021 VITA INCLINATA PRESS RELEASE

UND took delivery of its first Cadet in 2017 and by the end of 2020 had fully transitioned to an all R44 helicopter fleet. Robinson Photo

University of North Dakota adds another Robinson R44 Cadet to training fleet

Thursday, June 10, 2021 ROBINSON PRESS RELEASE

Peter Wheatley

Peter Wheatley appointed vice president/general manager of StandardAero’s helicopters business unit

Thursday, June 10, 2021 STANDARDAERO PRESS RELEASE

Owners can specify the system on new Bell 505s or have the system retrofitted to existing aircraft through a Genesys Aerosystems approved dealer. Bell Photo

Autopilot system for Bell 505 certified in the United Kingdom

Thursday, June 10, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

Staff Sgt. Brianna Pritchard, an Army Nation Guard UH-60 Black Hawk helicopter mechanic from Anchorage, Alaska, in front of a Task Force Phoenix UH-60 Black Hawk medieval helicopter at Al Asad Air Base, Iraq. Pritchard is training to qualify for the 2024 Paris Olympics in breaking. Sgt. Daniel Soto for Alaska National Guard Photo

Alaska National Guard Olympic hopeful ‘breakin’ barriers’

Wednesday, June 9, 2021 BY SGT. 1ST CLASS RYAN SHELDON, 40TH COMBAT AVIATION BRIGADE

Former Australian Army technician avionics and current Boeing aircrewman technician instructor, Greg Maiden from the School of Army Aviation has completed 5000 hours of flying in the CH-47 Chinook at RAAF Base Townsville, Queensland. Commonwealth of Australia Photo

Boeing employee achieves record 5,000 CH-47 Chinook flight hours

Wednesday, June 9, 2021 BOEING PRESS RELEASE

FltPlan’s improved dashboard allows safety managers to more easily search and filter historical risk/hazard reports to better identify trends. Garmin Photo

Garmin announces updates to FltPlan SMS

Wednesday, June 9, 2021 GARMIN PRESS RELEASE

Airbus’s decarbonization strategy focuses on improving fuel burn in current-generation aircraft, accelerating the development of new fuels and technologies, optimizing day-to-day aircraft operations, and supporting market-based measures. Airbus Photo

Airbus Helicopters calls all industry stakeholders to join sustainable aviation fuel user group

Wednesday, June 9, 2021 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

John Brattain. SPI Photo

SPI names former DOD rep VP of maintenance

Wednesday, June 9, 2021 SPI PRESS RELEASE

Airbus Helicopters acquires ZF Luftfahrttechnik

Wednesday, June 9, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

Visibility hazards during a fire, including smoke and haze, limit aircraft operations to an estimated one-third of the available day. Columbia Photo

Seeing through the smoke

Tuesday, June 8, 2021 LISA GORDON

The Airbus H145 helicopter will continue to be operated across Wiking’s seapilot and offshore windfarm operations in the German North Sea and Baltic Sea regions. Wiking Photo

Milestone and Wiking strengthen partnership for windfarm operations in Northern Europe

Tuesday, June 8, 2021 GECAS PRESS RELEASE

RACQ LifeFlight Rescue crews completed water winch training with the Land Rover LifeFlight Special Mission helicopter while the familiar blue and yellow RACQ LifeFlight Rescue helicopter underwent scheduled engineering. Land Rover/LifeFlight Photo

RACQ LifeFlight Rescue crews make splash during vital training exercise

Tuesday, June 8, 2021 RACQ LIFEFLIGHT RESCUE PRESS RELEASE

Curtiss-Wright selected by Lockheed Martin to upgrade U.S. Navy helicopter computers

Tuesday, June 8, 2021 CURTISS-WRIGHT PRESS RELEASE

Helisul and Eve plan to begin their partnership working together in a proof of concept (POC) operation, using helicopters in order to validate parameters that will apply to the future eVTOL operations. Eve Urban Air Mobility Image

Eve and Helisul announce partnership to develop UAM products and services in Brazil

Tuesday, June 8, 2021 EVE PRESS RELEASE

Link-16 enables the AH-1Z to quickly obtain and share information from its sensors with other weapons systems using its onboard digital architecture. Bell Photo

USMC completes first AH-1Z flight with Link-16

Tuesday, June 8, 2021 JOINT BELL AND NORTHROP GRUMMAN PRESS RELEASE

HAI opens ‘2022 Salute to Excellence’ nomination period

Monday, June 7, 2021 HAI PRESS RELEASE

UAV Navigation announces partnership with Power4Flight

Monday, June 7, 2021 UAV NAVIGATION PRESS RELEASE

Laurent Verhelst. NHV Group Photo

NHV Group welcomes new chief financial officer

Monday, June 7, 2021 NHV PRESS RELEASE

Rogerson Kratos bought three surplus Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk helicopters from the U.S. Government BEST Program. Rogerson Kratos Photo

Napa resident owns Black Hawk UH-60 helicopters that can help fight wildfires

Monday, June 7, 2021 ROGERSON KRATOS PRESS RELEASE

Fractured Robinson R44 clutch shaft yoke. ATSB Photo

ATSB issues Safety Advisory Notice to Robinson R44 helicopter operators following drive train failure

Monday, June 7, 2021 ATSB PRESS RELEASE

A H145 rescue helicopter operated by the German non-profit ADAC Luftrettung recently had its Arriel 2E engines ceremonially refueled with biofuel. Theo Klein Photo

First rescue helicopter flies on sustainable aviation fuel

Monday, June 7, 2021 SAFRAN HELICOPTER ENGINES PRESS RELEASE

CHC Helicopter has become the first commercial rotary wing operator in Australia to achieve the CASA, CASR, Part 42 CAMO, and Part 145 AMO. CHC Helicopter Photo

CHC Helicopter celebrates major milestone in Australia

Friday, June 4, 2021 CHC HELICOPTER PRESS RELEASE

Bristow is the only North Sea helicopter operator in the U.K .that continues to sponsor the future helicopter pilot workforce through its sponsored cadet program. Bristow Photo

Bristow invests in next generation of pilots

Friday, June 4, 2021 BRISTOW PRESS RELEASE

The lightweight, single seat Kitty Hawk Flyers are each eight feet long, 13 feet wide, and powered by 10 lithium polymer batteries. AHMEC Photo

American Helicopter Museum adds Kitty Hawk Flyers to its collection

Friday, June 4, 2021 AHMEC PRESS RELEASE

A U.S. Marine AH-1Z Super Cobra, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 164 (Reinforced), 15th Marine Expeditionary Unit, passes a UH-1Y Venom, assigned to Marine Medium Tiltrotor Squadron 164 (Reinforced), 15th MEU, on the flight deck of the amphibious transport dock ship USS Somerset (LPD 25). Mass Communication Specialist 2nd Class Heath Zeigler for U.S. Navy Photo

Bell H-1 military aircraft surpass 400,000 flight hours

Friday, June 4, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

Training at the International Test Pilots School in London, Ontario. A Bell 206B JetRanger holds a hover with a MBB Bo.105 in the background. Mike Reyno Photo

Understanding ‘The Dead Man’s Curve’

Thursday, June 3, 2021 KP SANJEEV KUMAR

AUVSI and SAE International announce keynote speakers for Business of Automated Mobility Forum

Thursday, June 3, 2021 AUVSI PRESS RELEASE

The MFD-3068 is the latest generation of displays from CMC. CMC Photo

First multicore smart display certified to DAL A uses INTEGRITY-178 tuMP RTOS

Thursday, June 3, 2021 GREEN HILLS SOFTWARE PRESS RELEASE

Ecocopter has installed flight data monitoring systems in 100% of its fleet. Ecocopter Photo

Ecocopter implements FDM in 100% of its fleet

Thursday, June 3, 2021 ECOCOPTER PRESS RELEASE

The H11 FNPT II MCC is one Entrol’s most popular models. Entrol Photo

World Aviation purchases H11/H135 FNPT II MCC simulator from Entrol

Thursday, June 3, 2021 ENTROL PRESS RELEASE

The Embrace Yorkshire and Humber Infant & Children’s Transport Service has been reaccredited by the CAMTS Global after being assessed on patient care and safety in the transport environment. Embrace Yorkshire & Humber Photo

Yorkshire’s dedicated transport service for critically ill children receives global accreditation

Thursday, June 3, 2021 SHEFFIELD CHILDREN’S NHS FOUNDATION TRUST PRESS RELEASE

Where the Army budget included funding for 50 remanufactured AH-64E Apache helicopters in the current fiscal year, it plans to buy 30 next year and no new build AH-64Es. U.S. Army Photo by Capt. Kyle Abraham

U.S. Army buying fewer helicopters to pay for Future Vertical Lift

Wednesday, June 2, 2021 DAN PARSONS

The agreement between Saab and FMV provides for support and maintenance of all 20 helicopters including mission equipment, military equipment and technical personnel. Saab Photo

Saab and FMV sign helicopter support agreement

Wednesday, June 2, 2021 SAAB PRESS RELEASE

Stefan Nageli returns to Pacific Crown Helicopters

Wednesday, June 2, 2021 PCH PRESS RELEASE

Bristow Group selects Ramco Aviation

Wednesday, June 2, 2021 RAMCO PRESS RELEASE

United Rotorcraft and Vita Inclinata announce joint manufacturing capability partnership

Wednesday, June 2, 2021 VITA INCLINATA PRESS RELEASE

A Leonardo AW169 operated by Travis County STAR Flight, based in Austin, Texas. Dan Megna Photo

Leonardo launches AW169 United States demo tour

Wednesday, June 2, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Helicopter pilots in the U.S. often receive little education on what safe takeoff and landing infrastructure is supposed to look like, according to the authors of a new white paper. Mike Reyno Photo

Heliport accident analysis highlights importance of proper design, education

Tuesday, June 1, 2021 JEN BOYER

The H135 FFS is ready for training at LAT’s facility in Frankfurt. Reiser Photo

Reiser H135 simulator receives Level D qualification

Tuesday, June 1, 2021 RST PRESS RELEASE

International rotorcraft community launches collaborative safety program

Tuesday, June 1, 2021 HAI PRESS RELEASE

The Amaris Process

Friday, May 28, 2021 DAYNA FEDY

MQ-8C Fire Scout aboard the USS Anchorage. Northrop Grumman Photo

Northrop Grumman’s MQ-8C Fire Scout completes successful fit check

Friday, May 28, 2021 NORTHROP GRUMMAN PRESS RELEASE

During the May 11 training exercise, National Guard helicopters crews took water from Memorial Lake and dropped it in Fort Indiantown Gap’s training corridor. Staff Sgt. Zane Craig for U.S. Army National Guard Photo

Helicopter crews conduct water bucket training at Fort Indiantown Gap

Friday, May 28, 2021 BRAD RHEN FOR PENNSYLVANIA NATIONAL GUARD

A CH-146 Griffon helicopter flies near Gao in northern Mali while deployed in support of MINUSMA in 2018. Lloyd Horgan Photo

The life extension of the CH-146 Griffon and a plan for what comes next

Thursday, May 27, 2021 CHRIS THATCHER

The University of Michigan’s Michigan Vertical Flight Technology Team. Vertical Flight Society Photo

The Vertical Flight Society announces winners of the inaugural Design-Build-Vertical Flight Student Competition

Thursday, May 27, 2021 VERTICAL FLIGHT SOCIETY PRESS RELEASE

The new EMS Collection by AUK Protection is specialized for crew needs both during flights and during work at accident sites. AUK Photo

AUK Protection equips Swedish Air Ambulance

Thursday, May 27, 2021 AUK PROTECTION PRESS RELEASE

CAE will be developing the prototype HH-60W virtual and mixed-reality (VR/MR) aircrew trainer for the U.S. Air Force’s new combat search and rescue helicopter. CAE Image

CAE USA selected for Prototype Project Award to develop Jolly Green II virtual/mixed reality aircrew trainer

Thursday, May 27, 2021 CAE PRESS RELEASE

A current NHV engineer at work. NHV’s collaborative partnership with AMC66 and Petrus & Paulus West will make basic B1 and B2 trainings accessible for aircraft technicians without previous rotary experience. Lloyd Horgan Photo

NHV launches Part 147 technical training organization

Thursday, May 27, 2021 NHV PRESS RELEASE

FAA completes rule establishing pilot records database to increase safety

Thursday, May 27, 2021 FAA PRESS RELEASE

The VK-1600V is the first engine in Russian history that was designed without any paper drawings. UEC Photo

UEC creates first Russian helicopter engine designed completely in 3D

Thursday, May 27, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

Den Helder Airport representatives presented a report on the impact of helicopters and ships in the conservation of Dutch offshore wind farms to outgoing Minister Cora van Nieuwenhuizen during European Maritime Day ceremonies. Den Helder Airport Photo

Report recognizes importance of helicopters to Dutch offshore wind farms

Wednesday, May 26, 2021 DEN HELDER AIRPORT PRESS RELEASE

Seabury Securities advises Directional Aviation’s OneSky Flight on acquisition of AAG

Wednesday, May 26, 2021 SEABURY SECURITIES PRESS RELEASE

Providing a convenient, subscription-based solution, the easy-to-use ACR device weighs just 100g and works with a user’s smartphone. ACR Electronics Photo

ACR Electronics launches Bivy Stick satellite communication device and app

Wednesday, May 26, 2021 ACR ELECTRONICS PRESS RELEASE

As a uniquely non-aligned HEMS provider, Henley Air offers its helicopter ambulance service to key hospitals in South Africa. Bell Photo

Henley Air launches HEMS program in South Africa

Wednesday, May 26, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

What tools are available to help helicopter pilots avoid inadvertent IMC?

Tuesday, May 25, 2021 ED BROTAK

Bristow Group appoints retired U.S. Air Force General Maryanne Miller to its board of directors

Tuesday, May 25, 2021 BRISTOW PRESS RELEASE

Dr. Allan MacKillop, aka ‘Dr. Al’. RACQ LifeFlight Rescue

40 years on the frontline: RACQ LifeFlight Rescue’s longest serving doctor marks a milestone

Tuesday, May 25, 2021 LIFEFLIGHT AUSTRALIA PRESS RELEASE

Able has provided maintenance services on more than 7,000 components across multiple aircraft platforms in the Airbus Helicopters fleet. Able Aerospace Photo

Able Aerospace services signs contract renewal with Airbus Helicopters

Tuesday, May 25, 2021 ABLE AEROSPACE SERVICES PRESS RELEASE

VTwo soldiers from Bravo Company, 1st Battalion, 52nd Aviation Regiment, based out of Fort Wainwright, observe the landscape after leaving Denali National Park, where the crew unloaded gear and supplies for the National Park Service. The unit provides assistance annually in flying supplies to the base camp located at 7,200 feet in elevation on Kahiltna Glacier. Eve Baker for Fort Wainwright Public Affairs Office Photo

Army flies gear to Denali for National Park Service

Monday, May 24, 2021 EVE BAKER FOR THE FORT WAINWRIGHT PUBLIC AFFAIRS OFFICE

Rostec’s multipurpose Ka-62 helicopter. Rostec Image

Rostec to ‘grow’ parts for the Ka-62 engine

Monday, May 24, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

The first upgraded H145 helicopter is deployed to the DRF Luftrettung station in Villingen-Schwenningen, Germany. Airbus Helicopters Photo

DRF Luftrettung retrofits four-bladed H145 to five blades

Monday, May 24, 2021 DRF LUFTRETTUNG PRESS RELEASE

Japan’s National Policy Agency’s new Subaru Bell 412EPX will be used by the Iwate Prefectural Police. Bell Photo

First Subaru Bell 412EPX helicopter delivered to Japan’s National Police Agency

Monday, May 24, 2021 SUBARU AND BELL PRESS RELEASE

Atlantic Destiny

Friday, May 21, 2021 CHRIS THATCHER AND DAN PARSONS

Ascent Helicopters cited one-engine inoperative performance, small footprint and lift capability as factors in the selection of the twin engine H145 to enhance its current fleet. Airbus Photo

Ascent Helicopters is set to acquire its first Airbus H145

Friday, May 21, 2021 AIRBUS PRESS RELEASE

The 6 inch by 8 inch MFD-3068 is the latest display from CMC and part of the same family of products as the recently certified multicore PU-3000 avionics computer. CMC Photo

TSO certification for the world’s first multicore smart multi-function display

Friday, May 21, 2021 CMC ELECTRONICS PRESS RELEASE

UEC developing engines for Russian UAVs

Friday, May 21, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

Rostec to increase share in the global helicopter engine market

Friday, May 21, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

The Astronics Max-Viz 1200 and 1400 enhanced vision system carry U.S., Canada, and EASA STCs for the Airbus EC130 B4 and T2 helicopters. Astronics Photo

Astronics enhanced vision systems receive approval from U.S., Canada and EASA for Airbus EC130

Friday, May 21, 2021 ASTRONICS PRESS RELEASE

Designed for the modern Mi-28NM attack helicopter, the VK-2500P engine can also be installed in all other types of Mi and Ka military helicopters. Rostec Photo

Mi and Ka military helicopters to receive a unified engine design

Friday, May 21, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

Mission-specific equipment on Ventura County’s new UH-60L Firehawks includes the Axnes second generation PNG wireless intercommunication system (WICS). Axnes Photo

Ventura County Fire takes delivery of new Firehawk helicopters with Axnes PNG wireless ICS installed

Friday, May 21, 2021 AXNES PRESS RELEASE

The addition of KTS increases PAG’s repair stations to 12 worldwide and further diversifies the company’s MRO capabilities by expanding its services into the Rolls-Royce M250 engine. PAG Photo

PAG acquires Keystone Turbine Services

Thursday, May 20, 2021 PAG PRESS RELEASE

Babcock Canada and Leonardo Canada join Forces for Canada’s Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program

Thursday, May 20, 2021 FROM BABCOCK CANADA AND LEONARDO CANADA

SCAA landed on the hillside, 200 meters below the patient, and paramedics worked with two mountain rescue team members to stretcher the injured man to the helicopter. SCAA Photo

Milestone 3,000th emergency call out for Scotland’s Charity Air Ambulance

Thursday, May 20, 2021 SCOTLAND'S CHARITY AIR AMBULANCE PRESS RELEASE

The Sûreté du Québec’s newly acquired H145 features Airbus’s Helionix avionics suite, four-axis autopilot, and a Fenestron tail rotor. Claude La Frenière Photo

Airbus H145 helicopter joins Sûreté du Québec fleet

Wednesday, May 19, 2021 CLAUDE LA FRENIÈRE

In December 2020, a very large Coulson helitanker, funded by SCE, made 101 water drops totaling 223,438 gallons of water.  Coulson Photo

Southern California Edison contributes nearly $18 million to lease three firefighting helicopters

Wednesday, May 19, 2021 SOUTHERN CALIFORNIA EDISON PRESS RELEASE

Ecocopter provides highly complex helicopter services for passenger transport, cargo, offshore, aerial firefighting and aeromedical transfers throughout Chile, Ecuador and Peru. Ecocopter Photo

Ecocopter invests in IRIS

Wednesday, May 19, 2021 OUTERLINK PRESS RELEASE

Dallas Airmotive’s Price CAP Promise tiered service and support packages offer flexibility and price surety for Airbus Helicopters H135 operators. Dallas Airmotive Photo

Dallas Airmotive introduces capped pricing package for PW206B2 engine overhaul events

Tuesday, May 18, 2021 DALLAS AIRMOTIVE PRESS RELEASE

The H160’s Blue Edge blades and shrouded Fenestron tail rotor ensure low sound levels while delivering high end performance. Airbus Helicopters

The next-generation H160 receives JCAB approval

Tuesday, May 18, 2021 AIRBUS HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

USHST and HAI introduce ‘56 Seconds’ UIMC course

Tuesday, May 18, 2021 USHST AND HAI PRESS RELEASE

London Oxford’s latest hangar. In the background, the new Oxford Technology Park including the 100-bedroom hotel. London Oxford Airport Photo

London Oxford Airport embarks on major development program

Monday, May 17, 2021 LONDON OXFORD AIRPORT PRESS RELEASE

The AW101 can rescue more than 20 survivors in a single mission. Leonardo Photo

Norway’s Ørland Air Force Base goes live with the new AW101-612

Monday, May 17, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

The NH90 is one of several European military helicopters set to retire from service in the 2030s. Airbus Helicopters/Patrick Heinz Photo

NATO gives industry aim points for next-gen rotorcraft

Friday, May 14, 2021 DAWN ZOLDI

VIH Helicopters develops technologically advanced power fill bucket for aerial wildfire ops

Friday, May 14, 2021 VIH HELICOPTERS PRESS RELEASE

Steve Dukes with some of the auction lots. Essex & Herts Air Ambulance Photo

Unique auction to be held in support of Essex & Herts Air Ambulance

Friday, May 14, 2021 ESSEX & HERTS AIR AMBULANCE PRESS RELEASE

Designed with sophisticated avionics and mission systems, coupled with long range and endurance, the AW101 provides operational persistence for all missions. Mike Reyno Photo

Leonardo’s AW101 global fleet hits 500,000 flight hour milestone

Friday, May 14, 2021 FROM LEONARDO

Lighter in weight than traditional flame retardant materials, the new high-visibility VIKING YouSafe aviation suits are also antistatic, waterproof and windproof. VIKING Photo

VIKING makes material breakthrough with YouSafe aviation suits

Friday, May 14, 2021 VIKING PRESS RELEASE

Brent Wiggins. Stevens Aerospace and Defense Systems Photo

Brent Wiggins promoted to senior AOG manager at Stevens Aerospace

Friday, May 14, 2021 STEVENS AEROSPACE PRESS RELEASE

There are currently more than 1,500 Bell 407s in service, with 97 aircraft operating in Europe. Bell Photo

Bell 407 receives type acceptance certificate in Guernsey

Friday, May 14, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

NASA’s Ingenuity Mars Helicopter took this shot, capturing its own shadow, while hovering over the Martian surface on Apr. 19, 2021, during the first instance of powered, controlled flight on another planet. It used its navigation camera, which autonomously tracks the ground during flight. NASA/JPL-Caltech Photo

American Helicopter Museum honors Nasa’s Mars Ingenuity team

Friday, May 14, 2021 AMERICAN HELICOPTER MUSEUM PRESS RELEASE

Research study on medical air global trends released

Friday, May 14, 2021 SPECTRUM AEROMED PRESS RELEASE

RAF Chinooks during Exercise Decisive Manoeuvre in 2019. U.K. Ministry of Defence Photo

U.K. reaches $2 billion deal to upgrade Chinook fleet

Thursday, May 13, 2021 DAN PARSONS

In June, EAAA will become the first air ambulance in the East of England to provide critical care by helicopter 24/7. Stephen Sparks Photo

Babcock announces new multi-year contract with East Anglian Air Ambulance

Thursday, May 13, 2021 BABCOCK PRESS RELEASE

Yorkshire Air Ambulance to upgrade helicopter fleet with five-bladed Airbus H145 D3s

Thursday, May 13, 2021 YORKSHIRE AIR AMBULANCE PRESS RELEASE

SPAES recently reported the installation of an ESI-500 electronic standby instrument system in an Airbus H125 as part of a Garmin G500 TXi installation. SPAES Photos

SPAES installs an ESI-500 in Airbus H125

Thursday, May 13, 2021 SPAES PRESS RELEASE

The integration of AirSuite and Aerostudies systems is designed to bring together tools for documentation, certificate tracking and reporting so that users can spend less time switching between apps. AirSuite Photo

AirSuite announces new integration with Aerostudies learning management system

Thursday, May 13, 2021 AIRSUITE PRESS RELEASE

Mark Onorato, Boston MedFlight director of aviation operations (left), and Nate Fancher, Boston MedFlight chief pilot. Boston MedFlight Photo

Boston MedFlight names new director of aviation operations and chief pilot

Thursday, May 13, 2021 BOSTON MEDFLIGHT PRESS RELEASE

Rendering of Jaunt’s eVTOL aircraft. CNW Group/CAE Inc. Image

CAE to accelerate the design and development of Jaunt Air Mobility’s eVTOL aircraft

Wednesday, May 12, 2021 CAE PRESS RELEASE

A prototype of the modernized Ka-32A11M will be on display at the MAKS-2021 air show and Russian Helicopters plans to start supplying the aircraft as early as 2022. Russian Helicopters Photo

Rostec to present modernized Ka-32A11M at MAKS

Wednesday, May 12, 2021 ROSTER PRESS RELEASE

New York Army National Guard Staff Sgt. Jake Pratt, assigned to the 2nd Battalion, 142nd Aviation and a New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Forest Ranger exit a UH-60 during helicopter firefighting training over the Mohawk River in Colonie, New York on May 6, 2021. Aircrews based at the Albany International Airport in Latham, New York, teamed up with aviators from the Connecticut Army National Guard and New York State Department of Environmental Conservation Forest Rangers, to conduct the training in preparation for the summer wildfire season. Sgt. Andrew Valenza for U.S. Army National Guard Photo

Army Guard aviators team up with New York forest rangers for helicopter firefighting training

Wednesday, May 12, 2021 ERIC DURR AND SGT. ANDREW VALENZA FOR THE NEW YORK NATIONAL GUARD

The Bell 212 glass cockpit upgrade includes four 6×8-inch high-resolution displays, a control panel, and an engine data concentrator unit, transforming the legacy cockpit from steam gauges to a digital, full-glass cockpit, replacing primary flight displays and engine instruments with the same Badger Pro+ IFDS flying on new production Bell helicopters. Astronautics Photo

Astronautics Badger Pro+ provides glass cockpit upgrade for Guatemalan Air Force Bell 212

Wednesday, May 12, 2021 ASTRONAUTICS PRESS RELEASE

Maj. Gen. Chad P. Franks, 15th Air Force commander, and crew taxi the retirement flight for a MH-60G Pave Hawk helicopter at Hurlburt Field, Fla., May 5, 2021. Franks flew the very same MH-60 Pave Hawk during Operation Allied Force, rescuing a downed F-117 Nighthawk pilot from enemy territory. In 1999, during the same operation, the helicopter belonged to the 55th Special Operations Squadron at Hurlburt Field. The helicopter is to be displayed at the Hurlburt Field Memorial Air Park. Senior Airman Robyn Hunsinger for U.S. Air Force Photo

MH-60G Pave Hawk tail number 009 soars one last time

Wednesday, May 12, 2021 MASTER SGT. ANDREW SATRAN FOR THE U.S. AIR FORCE

The Jamaica Defence Force’s sixth Bell 505 will support public safety missions to serve the citizens of Jamaica and be operated by its Caribbean Military Aviation School (CMAS). Bell Photo

Bell announces delivery of 300th Bell 505 Jet Ranger X

Wednesday, May 12, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

Developed by Thales, the Level D H145 full-flight simulator opened May 10 in Grand Prairie, Texas, is the first outside Europe. Airbus Photo

Airbus opens new H145 full-motion simulator in Texas

Tuesday, May 11, 2021 DAN PARSONS

H-60 engine inlet barrier filter developed by Aerometals. Aerometals Photo

Aerometals receives FAA H-60 engine inlet barrier filter STC award

Tuesday, May 11, 2021 AEROMETALS PRESS RELEASE

NASA’s Perseverance captures video, audio of fourth Ingenuity flight

Tuesday, May 11, 2021 NASA PRESS RELEASE

New Robinsons include enhanced audio alerts. Robinson Photo

New Robinsons include enhanced audio alerts

Tuesday, May 11, 2021 ROBINSON PRESS RELEASE

The Aerial Assets facility under construction in Canton, Michigan, is scheduled to open in 2022 and will nearly double McMahon’s existing hangar capacity. McMahon Image

McMahon Helicopter Services to nearly double hangar capacity

Tuesday, May 11, 2021 MCMAHON HELICOPTER SERVICES PRESS RELEASE

Indian Navy issues RFI for lease of 24 light helicopters

Monday, May 10, 2021 KP SANJEEV KUMAR

Coast Guard canine Kyra and her handler Petty Officer 1st Class Clinton Stone, members of Maritime Safety and Security Team Los Angeles/Long Beach, prepare for hoisting from an MH-65 Dolphin during training in San Francisco Bay, April 13, 2021. U.S. Coast Guard photo by Petty Officer 3rd Class Taylor Bacon

Coast Guard Dolphins down 10% headed into Atlantic hurricane season

Monday, May 10, 2021 DAN PARSONS

The first Merlins with Crowsnest radars entered service in March 2021 with 820 Naval Air Squadron. Jamie Hunter Photo

British Navy Crowsnest-equipped Merlins deploy on first carrier voyage

Monday, May 10, 2021 JAMIE HUNTER

Northrop Grumman Future Vertical Lift (FVL) Conceptual Artist Rendering

U.S. Army buys $1 billion in infrared helicopter missile shields

Monday, May 10, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Life Flight Network’s Koalas in Montana

Monday, May 10, 2021 SKIP ROBINSON

Eyes in the Sky

Monday, May 10, 2021 DAN PARSONS

The Skyports drone on The Isles of Scilly. Chris Gorman for Royal Mail Photo

Royal Mail delivers two U.K. firsts with autonomous drone deliveries

Monday, May 10, 2021 ROYAL MAIL PRESS RELEASE

Alistair Rennie, consultant in emergency medicine and major trauma at the MRI and RMCH and group clinical lead for emergency planning, on the helipad. Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust Photo

New helipad opens at Manchester University NHS Foundation Trust

Monday, May 10, 2021 MANCHESTER UNIVERSITY NHS FOUNDATION TRUST PRESS RELEASE

ECO CAF equipment is available from S.A.F.E. in portable 3 gallon units all the way up to 60 gallon platform based systems. S.A.F.E Image

S.A.F.E expands product line to include ECO CAF fire suppression equipment

Monday, May 10, 2021 S.A.F.E. STRUCTURE DESIGNS PRESS RELEASE

Bell’s V-280 Valor is a next generation tiltrotor aircraft proposed for the U.S. Army’s Future Long-Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA) Program. Bell Photo

Safran selected to provide landing gear system for Bell V-280 Valor

Monday, May 10, 2021 SAFRAN LANDING SYSTEMS PRESS RELEASE

Jaunt Air Mobility has announced plans to open design and manufacturing centers in Canada. Jaunt Image

Jaunt Air Mobility announces operations in Canada and the appointment of Eric Côté as president

Monday, May 10, 2021 JAUNT AIR MOBILITY PRESS RELEASE

Air Methods announces new base in Hartford, Wisconsin

Monday, May 10, 2021 AIR METHODS PRESS RELEASE

The Leonardo AW139 was the subject of the first in a new series of articles in Vertical Magazine exploring the pre-owned helicopter market. Mike Reyno Photo

Vertical partners with Rotortrade to launch ‘Rotortrade 360 – Market Pulse’

Monday, May 10, 2021 ROTORTRADE PRESS RELEASE

Finalists named for AUVSI XCELLENCE Awards

Monday, May 10, 2021 AUVSI PRESS RELEASE

Sharing the Experience: @iflyheli’s new Airbus H130

Wednesday, April 28, 2021 OLIVER JOHNSON AND MIKE REYNO

Garmin’s GWX 8000 StormOptix weather radar that delivers an extensive weather threat analysis and depiction to the cockpit. Garmin Photo

Garmin introduces GWX 8000 StormOptix weather radar

Wednesday, April 28, 2021 GARMIN PRESS RELEASE

Transportation Safety Board of Canada releases report on 2019 inadvertent descent during approach

Wednesday, April 28, 2021 TRANSPORTATION SAFETY BOARD OF CANADA PRESS RELEASE

Robinson has delivered 13,000 helicopters since 1979. Robinson Photo

Robinson delivers 13,000th helicopter

Wednesday, April 28, 2021 ROBINSON PRESS RELEASE

Vertical Flight Society announces special access to Forum 77 Virtual Technology Display

Wednesday, April 28, 2021 VERTICAL FLIGHT SOCIETY PRESS RELEASE

StandardAero wins two 2021 Top Shop Awards

Wednesday, April 28, 2021 STANDARDAERO PRESS RELEASE

Airbus expects to complete a fully autonomous flight using its Vertex technology in 2023. Airbus Image

Airbus reveals “Vertex” autonomy program

Tuesday, April 27, 2021 OLIVER JOHNSON

TopOwl leverages the latest digital technologies and is cybersecure by design. Thales Photo

NHIndustries chooses Thales’s TopOwl helmet system for special forces NH90 pilots

Tuesday, April 27, 2021 THALES PRESS RELEASE

European Rotors and Vertical Flight Society announce partnership

Tuesday, April 27, 2021 EUROPEAN ROTORS PRESS RELEASE

The EpiShuttle allows for fast and safe transport of Covid-19 patients to hospitals, even across borders. Luxembourg Air Rescue Photo

Isolation pod helps save lives and protects air ambulance staff

Tuesday, April 27, 2021 EPIGUARD PRESS RELEASE

SkyNet Aviation introduces new early-warning alert technology

Tuesday, April 27, 2021 SKYNET AVIATION PRESS RELEASE

VRM Switzerland’s Virtual Reality Training Device incorporates a motion platform allowing pilots to feel fine changes in attitude and touchdown on the ground. VRM Switzerland Photo

VRM Switzerland receives EASA’s first approval for a VR flight simulator

Monday, April 26, 2021 VERTICAL MAG

Heli-One Virtual Expo 2021 will include a virtual tour of Heli-One’s 65,000-square-foot state-of-the-art facility in Poland. Heli-One Photo

Heli-One launches Heli-One Virtual Expo 2021

Monday, April 26, 2021 HELI-ONE PRESS RELEASE

Friday, April 23, 2021 SKIP ROBINSON

The FDC-500 has been engineered for regional airline transport and heavy rotary-wing business aircraft platforms. FreeFlight Systems Photo

FreeFlight Systems’ FDC-500 receives FAA TSO

Friday, April 23, 2021 FREEFLIGHT SYSTEMS PRESS RELEASE

StandardAero’s Accessories Centers of Excellence certified by Honeywell and Triumph Group

Friday, April 23, 2021 STANDARDAERO PRESS RELEASE

The Yellow and Black Giving Back Foundation builds on PHI’s long-held commitment to service. Ted Carlson Photo

PHI announces launch of the Yellow and Black Giving Back Foundation

Friday, April 23, 2021 PHI PRESS RELEASE

During tests at the Kazan Helicopters facility, the Ansat climbed to an altitude of 3.7 km with 600 kg of external cargo. Rostec Photo

Ansat helicopter from Rostec lifts up to 1,000 kg on an external sling

Thursday, April 22, 2021 ROSTEC PRESS RELEASE

New drone rules in effect

Thursday, April 22, 2021 FAA PRESS RELEASE

The OEAMTC Air Rescue Service will host the AirMed World Congress in Salzburg, Austria, in June 2022. OEAMTC Air Rescue Service Image

Salzburg will host the AirMed World Congress in June 2022

Thursday, April 22, 2021 OEAMTC AIR RESCUE SERVICE PRESS RELEASE

The TXi Essentials 2.0 eLearning course allows pilots to learn at their own pace. Garmin Photo

Garmin announces updated eLearning course for TXi flight displays

Thursday, April 22, 2021 GARMIN PRESS RELEASE

First flight of unmanned K-MAX TITAN. Business Wire Photo

Kaman announces first flight of unmanned K-MAX TITAN

Thursday, April 22, 2021 KAMAN AIR VEHICLES PRESS RELEASE

Hill Helicopters’ digital cockpit concept for the experimental HX50 and commercial HC50 five-seat luxury helicopters. Hill Helicopters Photo

Exclusive: Hill Helicopters blends form, function in new cockpit concept

Wednesday, April 21, 2021 DAN PARSONS

Kopter SH09 rebranded as Leonardo AW09

Wednesday, April 21, 2021 OLIVER JOHNSON

Boeing has been delivering support for the IAF’s fleet of Apache helicopters for decades. Boeing Photo

Boeing logistics contract builds on decades of support for Israel Apaches

Wednesday, April 21, 2021 BOEING PRESS RELEASE

The TB60 60 amp-hour lithium-ion battery. True Blue Power Photo

True Blue Power unleashes its most powerful lithium-ion battery yet

Wednesday, April 21, 2021 TRUE BLUE POWER PRESS RELEASE

The Bell 505 recently delivered to the Montenegro Air Force. Bell Textron

Bell celebrates 60 Bell 505 deliveries in Europe

Wednesday, April 21, 2021 BELL PRESS RELEASE

ITP Aero has become the first Spanish aeronautics company to commit to becoming carbon neutral by 2050, aiming to become net zero carbon in its operations by 2030. ITP Aero Image

ITP Aero joins UN’s Race to Zero program to become ca