New York Lawmakers Take Fresh Aim at Helicopters
State bill would outlaw all "non-essential" helicopter traffic in New York City. June 17, 2022, 12:36 PMState and local government elected officials are taking fresh aim at New York City helicopter...
View ArticleGarmin Autopilot EASA Approved for AStars
Garmin receives EASA approval for installation of its GFC 600H digital autopilot for Airbus AS350 helicopters.June 20, 2022, 8:53 AMGarmin has received EASA approval for the installation of its GFC...
View ArticleSkytrac Transmits Real-time EMS Patient Data
Air ambulances equipped with Skytrac can transmit patient data via satellite or cell in real-time and live-stream video to remote physicians.June 22, 2022, 11:00 AMItalian air ambulance provider...
View ArticleUniversal Avionics Providing EVS Systems for Helicopters
Universal is providing panel and helmet mounted enhanced vision displays to European law enforcement agencies.June 22, 2022, 11:33 AMElbit Systems unit Universal Avionics is working with leading...
View ArticleAirbus Hails First 100% SAF-powered Helicopter Flight
An Airbus H225 earlier this month performed the first-ever helicopter flight using 100 percent sustainable aviation fuel in all of its engines.June 23, 2022, 1:03 PMAn Airbus H225 earlier this month...
View ArticleAustralia To Adopt Multi-Engine Helo Class Rating
Australia’s CASA is taking steps to address the lack of specific aircraft class ratings for single-pilot, less complex, multi-engine helicopters.June 24, 2022, 11:30 AMAustralia’s Civil Aviation Safety...
View ArticleNBAA Praises Establishment of Congressional AAM Caucus
NBAA is praising the formation of the bipartisan Congressional Advanced Air Mobility Caucus, which aims to educate members about this emerging technology.June 24, 2022, 11:56 AMNBAA is praising the...
View ArticleHelo Groups Launch Noise-complaint Reporting in D.C.
HAI and the Eastern Region Helicopter Council have partnered with PlaneNoise and the FAA for noise abatement solutions in the Washington, D.C. region. June 24, 2022, 12:25 PMThe Eastern Region...
View ArticleCyprus Takes Six Airbus H145 Helicopters
The Cypriot National Guard has ordered six militarized H145s from Airbus Helicopters.June 28, 2022, 9:51 AMCyprus has signed a contract with Airbus Helicopters for the purchase of six, five-blade...
View ArticleMunich Airport, Airbus To Help Cities Start eVTOL Ops
Munich Airport and Airbus are partnering to help cities and regions develop infrastructure to support advanced air mobility (AAM) services using eVTOLs.June 28, 2022, 10:59 AMMunich Airport and Airbus...
View ArticleU.S. Orders More Sikorsky Black Hawks
The U.S. Army currently operates a fleet of 2,100 Black Hawks and intends to continue flying them for another 30 years. June 29, 2022, 9:36 AMThe U.S. government and Sikorsky have entered into a new,...
View ArticleHeli-One's Poland MRO Facility Gets CAMO Clearance
Approval for Continuing Airworthiness Management Organization (CAMO) allows a company to support an aircraft through its complete lifecycle.June 29, 2022, 11:54 AMRotorcraft maintenance, repair, and...
View ArticleFAA Rotor Safety Conference To Include VTOLs
The 2022 Vertical Aviation Safety Team Global Conference will be held October 4-6 in Hurst, Texas. June 29, 2022, 12:06 PMThe FAA and three leading helicopter groups are sponsoring the 2022 Vertical...
View ArticleSikorsky Raider X Now 90 Percent Complete
Sikorsky's entry in the Army's Future Attack Reconnaissance Aircraft program moves closer to first flight. June 29, 2022, 3:20 PMThe assembly of Sikorsky’s Raider X competitive prototype for the Army’s...
View ArticleWoltman Elevated to CEO at Leonardo Helicopters U.S.
William Hunt retiring from Leonardo Helicopters after serving as CEO of U.S. operations since 2013. June 30, 2022, 8:03 AMClyde Woltman is the new CEO of Leonardo Helicopters U.S., replacing William...
View ArticleLCI Acquires 19 Helicopters from Lobo Leasing
Lessor LCI is acquiring 19 helicopters from Lobo Leasing in South America, Africa, and Europe. June 30, 2022, 9:13 AMAircraft lessor LCI has acquired 19 helicopters worth $115 million from Lobo...
View ArticleStarspeed To Operate Penzance Helicopters
Starspeed will assume the operations of Penzance Helicopters to provide service to the Isles of Scilly.June 30, 2022, 12:38 PMStarspeed will assume the operations of Penzance Helicopters to provide...
View ArticleHAI and AEA Team on New Mx SMS Program
The Helicopter Association International and the Aircraft Electronics Association are teaming on a maintenance safety management system. June 30, 2022, 3:22 PMThe Helicopter Association International...
View ArticleEASA Proposes Rules for Urban VTOL Air Taxis
EASA proposed VTOL air taxi rules sets operating standards and limitations. June 30, 2022, 11:22 PMThe European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has published proposed rules for the operation of...
View ArticlePoland Places Order for 32 Leonardo AW149s
Polish Ministry of Defense will operate new AW149 helicopters in a variety or roles. July 1, 2022, 9:49 AMLeonardo unit PZL-Świdnik has received an order for 32 AW149 helicopters from the Polish...
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