FAA Updating Helicopter Certification Standards
Minor changes to FAR Parts 27 and 29 attempt to streamline approval process for new helicopter technologies and features.March 2, 2023, 3:01 PMAmendments to FAR Parts 27 and 29—governing normal and...
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Metro Delivers EMS EC135 to Health First
Metro Aviation has delivered an Airbus Helicopters EC135 to Health First in Melbourne, Florida.March 1, 2023, 6:36 PMMetro Aviation recently delivered an Airbus Helicopters EC135P2+ to Melbourne,...
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Leonardo AW169 Gains EASA Skid, Single-Pilot SAR Approvals
EASA has certified the AW169 for skid gear and single-pilot advanced IFR search and rescue operations.March 3, 2023, 8:00 AMLeonardo has received EASA certification approvals for its light intermediate...
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Vertical Flight Leader Believes Technology Will Transform Sector
Vertical Flight Society executive director Mike Hirschberg has led the group's intent focus on new eVTOL aircraft and efforts to recruit new talent.March 3, 2023, 9:40 AMWhen you meet a true believer...
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P&WC Fielding Improved Engine Support Offerings
Pratt & Whitney Canada is offering helicopter customers a new remote maintenance kit.March 3, 2023, 12:00 PMPratt & Whitney Canada (Booth B3613) is promoting several new initiatives at this...
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Avionics Makers Hold Key to Extending Helicopter Lifespans
Cockpit upgrades help helicopters maintain economic viability and avoid obsolescence. March 4, 2023, 8:31 AMThe life cycle of a helicopter lasts several decades, and helicopters can maintain their...
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Viola Pushes For Tighter Coordination Between Rotorcraft, AAM
HAI CEO Viola sees opportunities at Heli-Expo to raise awareness on the similarities and need to better coordinate between rotorcraft and AAM.March 4, 2023, 9:04 AMHelicopter Association International...
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Brighter Market Outlook Prompts Airbus To Upgrade Helicopters
The next two decades will see rising rotorcraft demand across multiple sectors, according to the latest market forecast from Airbus Helicopters.March 4, 2023, 10:03 AMThe tentative recovery in the...
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Abu Dhabi Aviation Coming to Americas
An oil and gas champion, Abu Dhabi Aviation is also finding viable uses for the aging elements of its fleet.March 4, 2023, 11:00 AMAs a company with a global focus, UAE-based helicopter and business...
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New MD Helicopter Head is Turning Company Around
In an interview ahead of this year's HeliExpo, new MD Helicopters chief Brad Pedersen described plans to mend bridges with the industry.March 5, 2023, 8:13 AMIt’s been an eventful year for MD...
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Hill Says Its Turbine Helicopter Engine Will Cost Less Than 100K
Hill Helicopters is developing its own turbine engine for its HX50 and HC50 aircraft.March 5, 2023, 9:22 AMHill Helicopters CEO Jason Hill says he is completely convinced that he can build the GT50...
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Garmin Highlights Displays, Integrated Flight Decks
Garmin's Heli-Expo exhibit highlights a variety of products for the rotorcraft market.March 5, 2023, 9:39 AMGarmin avionics of many shapes, sizes, and capabilities are lighting up the cockpits of many...
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Bell 525 Certification on Horizon This Year
Bell is accelerating hiring, filling the production line, and preparing for training as the 525 Relentless reaches the final throes of certification.March 5, 2023, 11:29 AMAfter remaining quiet over...
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MD Helicopters Settles Copyright Case With Aerometals
The companies have agreed to work together to resume supplies of components and parts made by Aerometals for MD's rotorcraft. March 5, 2023, 11:57 AMMD Helicopters (MDH) has reached a settlement in a...
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Airbus and International SOS Seek Emergency Medical Progress
The companies' joint LifeSaver program is exploring how response times could be improved for better healthcare outcomes in countries such as Estonia.March 5, 2023, 12:32 PMInternational SOS is...
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Babcock Will Lease A139s for Emergency Medical Flights
Leasing group LCI will deliver the twin-engined helicopters in early 2024 to Babcock's operation in Australia.March 5, 2023, 8:11 AMLeasing group LCI said it plans to deliver a pair of new Leonardo...
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United Rotorcraft Ponders S-70 Firehawk Improvements
Air Methods subsidiary United Rotorcraft is contemplating performance enhancements for the S-70 Firehawk platform.March 5, 2023, 4:55 PMUnited Rotorcraft, which outfits the Sikorsky Black Hawk...
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Technisonic Introduces All-band Transceiver Option
Technisonic, a Canadian aeronautical radio and audio communications systems manufacturer, has introduced the TDFM-9100-T6 variant of its multi-band radio.March 6, 2023, 12:01 AMTechnisonic Industries,...
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FAA Qualifies Coptersafety Level D Simulators
Finland-based Coptersafety offers pilot training in the Airbus Helicopters H145 and Leonardo AW139 and AW169.March 6, 2023, 8:48 AMTraining provider Coptersafety is demonstrating its EASA-approved...
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Enstrom Helicopter Builds Back Better
Under new ownership, Enstrom Helicopter has restarted its production line and has several upgrades in the works.March 6, 2023, 8:51 AMMenominee, Michigan-based Enstrom Helicopter is back, though it hit...
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