Articles for category Helicopter Event Coverage
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Feb
21
2022
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Of course the headline above is a smidge spectacular and only a little dramatic. Although the helicopter industry was negatively impacted by the pandemic, it never really shut down.
Reflecting on this time last year, I remember when the Helicopter Association International made this announcement:
“Until the beginning of 2021, all signs had pointed toward a successful show. Over the past week, as second deposits became due for exhibitors, a large number either pulled out or expressed discomfort with attending or exhibiting. The Board of Directors looked at the numbers and made a difficult decision that continuing with HAI HELI-EXPO 2021 was not in the best interest of the industry.”
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Lyn Burks Editor
Rotorcraft Pro
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Helicopter Sectors
Helicopter Event Coverage
Opinion-Editorial
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Mar
13
2017
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With a new year comes a hunger for the new and different. Rotorcraft Pro presents a fresh look at which helicopters and equipment are under development as we start 2017.
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Company Profiles
Helicopter Sectors
Helicopter Event Coverage
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Apr
20
2015
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2015 promises to be an exciting year in helicopter development, as OEMs push the envelope on advanced technologies to deliver more speed, higher flight ceilings, and improved fuel efficiency. Here are some of the most exciting trends to watch for over the next 12 months, some of which will be seen at Heli-Expo 2015.
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Helicopter Event Coverage
Company Profiles
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Sep
18
2014
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Posted by Admin
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Just days prior to its rendezvous with destiny, on a “clear-blue-22” day, the Erickson Aircrane made its 350-mile journey from Central Point, Oregon, and lumbered into the San Francisco Bay area, flying past such national icons as Golden Gate Bridge and Alcatraz Federal Penitentiary. Its destination: San Carlos Airport in the heart of Silicon Valley. Its mission: to preserve — and make — history.
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Helicopter Event Coverage
Company Profiles
Helicopter Sectors
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Jun
19
2014
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Posted by Admin
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The Less the Merrier: The Perils of Additional Insured
Written by Jeff Fleming, Leading Edge Insurance Agency
As a helicopter owner, especially a non-commercial owner, you may have been asked by the county or city that owns the airport where you park or hangar your aircraft to be added to your insurance as an "additional insured." You probably said, "Sure, why not?" Then you contacted your agent to get the additional party added, and the agent subsequently went to the insurance underwriter to complete the request. But exactly what was the airport/city/county really asking for?
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Helicopter Event Coverage
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Helicopter Event Coverage
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Apr
05
2013
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Posted by Admin
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Heli-Expo 2013 grew for the sixth straight year, setting a new record with an official attendance of 20,393. And with more than 730 exhibitors and 60 helicopters from all over the globe, there was plenty to see and do. Over 27 educational courses were conducted with nearly 1000 attendees.
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Helicopter Event Coverage
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Jun
28
2012
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Posted by Admin
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Eurocopter recently began the U.S. tour of its X3 high-speed hybrid helicopter, which will demonstrate the unique operational capabilities of this advanced transportation system during a month of visits to military facilities and hub locations for civil helicopter operators.
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Helicopter Event Coverage
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Apr
05
2012
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Posted by Admin
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Fire Academy Brings Together Regional Helicopter Community with Unique Training Program
By Lyn Burks
It’s no secret that certain parts of the Midwest U.S. are a hotbed of helicopter activity, and Ohio is no exception. This is especially true when it comes to sectors like EMS, Law Enforcement, and Electronic News Gathering (ENG), where a variety of helicopters, from a variety of operators are literally operating in the back yards of the communities they serve.
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Career Development
Company Profiles
Training
Helicopter Event Coverage
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Feb
10
2012
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Posted by Admin
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Are helicopters and pilots all there is to this industry? Of course I know the answer, but that was
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Helicopter Event Coverage