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Mar
30
2026
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Reiser Simulation and Training GmbH (REISER) today confirmed that its H145 D3 XR Simulator has successfully received full qualification by the German Federal Aviation Office (Luftfahrt-Bundesamt, LBA) under European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) standards. The mixed-reality simulator, which attracted strong industry interest when it was presented with pre-qualification status at European Rotors 2025, has now been certified as a Flight Training Device Level 3 (FTD-3). The final evaluation was conducted last week at REISER’s facility, where LBA officials confirmed compliance with all requirements with zero findings.
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Mar
27
2026
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On February 4, 2026, at 2216 mountain standard time, a Bell 407 helicopter, N56AZ, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Flagstaff, Arizona. The pilot and tactical flight officer (TFO) were fatally injured. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 public use flight.
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Mar
26
2026
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HOUSTON, TX and TORRANCE, CA / GLOBENEWSWIRE / March 26, 2026 / KULR Technology Group, Inc. (NYSE American: KULR) (the "Company" or "KULR"), the advanced battery intelligence solution for autonomous platforms, digital infrastructure, e-mobility, and spaceflight applications, today announces a strategic co-development collaboration with Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world's leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, to develop a next-generation, high-performance battery system for an eR66 battery-electric helicopter demonstrator.
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Mar
26
2026
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Nîmes, France, 26 March 2026 – Airbus has just successfully completed a unique first-of-its-kind trial in forest firefighting. By linking aircraft, helicopters, drones and ground personnel via communication and data processing systems, Airbus has demonstrated the ability to carry out highly accurate water drops and significantly reduce the time between fire detection and extinguishment.
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Mar
25
2026
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AIRCRAFT CRASHED DURING DEER NETTING OPERATION AT A RANCH, FREDERICKSBURG, TX.
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Mar
25
2026
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Enstrom Helicopter Corporation will showcase two helicopters, one fresh from its debut at VAI VERTICON, at SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida, April 14-19. Nicknamed “spring break for pilots,” SUN ‘n FUN attracts hundreds of thousands of visitors for hundreds of aircraft displays, brilliant airshows, hands-on workshops, safety forums, and more.
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Mar
24
2026
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AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED ENGINE ISSUES AND LANDED IN A FIELD, ORLANDO, FL.
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Mar
24
2026
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AIRCRAFT CRASHED UNDER UNKNOWN CIRCUMSTANCES INTO A WAREHOUSE, BOYNTON BEACH, FL.
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Mar
24
2026
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SANTA CLARA, Calif. and SYDNEY, March 24, 2026 /PRNewswire/ -- ANELLO Photonics, the creator of the Silicon Photonics Optical Gyroscope (SiPhOG™) and a leader in solid-state, high-precision inertial navigation systems, and Q-CTRL, the global leader in quantum infrastructure software for real-world quantum applications, today announced a strategic collaboration to accelerate the development of resilient navigation solutions for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAVs) designed to operate in GPS-denied and contested environments.
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Mar
23
2026
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FORT EUSTIS, Va., March 23, 2026 – Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE: LMT), announced the successful flight testing and delivery of the U.S. Army’s experimental UH‑60MX Black Hawk® helicopter fully integrated with the company’sMATRIX™ autonomy suite. The delivery of the UH-60MX aircraft, owned and operated by the Army, marks a milestone in the Army’s pursuit of open‑architecture, mission‑supported autonomy and optionally piloted flight.
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Mar
23
2026
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Asunción, 21 March 2026 - Private company Aeropar, of Paraguay, has procured two AW109 Trekker light twin helicopters to perform utility transport missions starting in 2028, marking the entrance of Leonardo helicopters into the country’s rotorcraft market. An announcement was made on 16 March at the International Airport of Asunción, in the presence of representatives from institutions and industry.
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Mar
23
2026
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The pilot/owner of an amateur-built helicopter reported that, while transitioning through translational lift for landing at about 30 ft above ground level with near-zero forward airspeed, the engine experienced a loss of power. The pilot/owner attempted to perform an autorotative landing by increasing collective and applying left pedal, and the helicopter subsequently experienced a hard landing, bounced, and came to rest on the edge of the runway at an 45°angle. The helicopter then rocked backward, resulting in substantial damage to the tailboom and tail rotor blades.
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Mar
18
2026
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Wednesday, March 18, 2026 - WASHINGTON, D.C. — U.S. Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy and Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Administrator Bryan Bedford today announced a new measure to enhance safety in areas where helicopters often cross both arrival and departure paths near busy airports.
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Mar
18
2026
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Amarillo, TX. (March, 17 2026) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, has announced the completion of the first AH-1Z and UH-1Y aircraft to receive full upgrades to their structure and power delivery mechanisms under the US Marine Corps’ SPINE program. The program was recently renamed from Structural Improvement and Electrical Power Upgrade (SIEPU) to the Structural and Power Improvements for NextGen Effects (SPINE) program to emphasize the importance of this essential modernization effort and to highlight the increased survivability and lethality SPINE will enable throughout the lifetime of the H-1 fleet.
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Mar
17
2026
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SPRING, Texas, March 16, 2026 Helicopter Services, Inc. (HSI) of Spring, Texas, has announced the purchase of three Airbus H125 helicopters scheduled for delivery in 2026. The aircraft will be offered for completion and sale to operators across a range of mission profiles.
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Mar
16
2026
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Dallas, TX—March 7, 2026–AMS Heli Design, a leading helicopter interior engineering and manufacturing company based in Dallas, TX, today announced a significant advancement in its EMS/MEDEVAC product portfolio, now featuring an FAA-certified EMS/MEDEVAC kit for the Airbus H145 D2/D3 made available through a distributor agreement with Mecaer Aviation Group.
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Mar
16
2026
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16th March 2026 – Today, CHC Helicopter, a global leader in offshore crew transportation and search and rescue services, announced it has been awarded the crew change transportation contract for the Northern Endurance Partnership (NEP).
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Mar
16
2026
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StandardAero (NYSE: SARO), a leading independent pure-play provider of aerospace engine aftermarket services including engine maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) and engine component repair, has been selected by U.S. helicopter OEM, Robinson Helicopter Company, to support their global fleet of R66 helicopters powered by the Rolls-Royce RR300 engine. This relationship will provide R66 helicopter owners and operators with a Robinson-recommended MRO solution for abbreviated turnaround times and reduced costs.
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Mar
16
2026
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SAN FRANCISCO--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced the completion of a series of demonstration flights across the San Francisco Bay Area. With one of the world’s most recognizable skylines as a backdrop, the company showcased its operational readiness in a region defined by traffic congestion, demonstrating that the future of quiet, emissions-free flight, is not just a concept, but nearing commercial readiness.
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Mar
12
2026
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Atlanta (Mar. 12, 2026) – Vertical Aviation International (VAI) welcomed the global vertical aviation community to VERTICON 2026 at the Georgia World Congress Center, where the event delivered 280,000 square feet of exhibit space, 684 exhibitors, and 64 aircraft on display.
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Mar
12
2026
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Atlanta, Georgia (March 12, 2026) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today during VAI Verticon 2026 that the National Transmission Company South Africa (NTCSA) has signed a purchase agreement for seven Bell 407GXis for utility operations, including high voltage powerline maintenance, emergency management and operational support.
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Mar
12
2026
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ATLANTA, GEORGIA — Hillsboro Heli Academy, the helicopter training division of Hillsboro Aero Academy, is proud to announce the approval of its newest Robinson R22 helicopter, marking the first purchase order in a broader fleet renewal program designed to support the next generation of helicopter pilots.
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Mar
12
2026
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Tokyo, Japan, 12 March 2026 – Japan’s National Police Agency (NPA) has placed a follow-on order for three H135 helicopters as part of its ongoing fleet modernisation programme. These versatile aircraft will be deployed to the Hokkaido, Shimane, and Miyagi Prefectural Police departments, enhancing their capacity for multi-role law enforcement missions, covering patrol, search and rescue, and tactical transport.
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Mar
12
2026
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(Atlanta, GA, March 11, 2026) – Aviation Specialties Unlimited (ASU), a leading provider of night vision solutions, took time on the trade show floor at the VAI Verticon Annual Convention in Atlanta to recognize early adopters of the E3 NVGs manufactured by ASU.
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Mar
12
2026
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NEW YORK (MARCH 5, 2026) – Vantage Aviation announces the addition of a seasoned aviation finance executive to its leadership team, as Torsten Schneider is the aviation services provider’s new Chief Financial Officer.
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Mar
12
2026
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Madrid, March 12, 2026. – UAV Navigation-Grupo Oesía participates in the innovative TICHE Project. The project aims to develop advanced hidden threats detection capabilities in complex environments through a collaborative, multiplatform approach. By merging cutting-edge sensors, AI technology, and unmanned ground and aerial systems, this initiative focuses on expanding detection capabilities while prioritizing factors such as human safety, power efficiency, portability, and continuous operation.
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Mar
11
2026
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AUSTIN, TX – Flying Eyes Optics, the leader in precision aviation eyewear, today announced the launch of the FlightDeck 360™, a breakthrough in prescription lens technology designed specifically for the unique ergonomic demands of professional jet pilots.
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Mar
11
2026
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Atlanta, 11 March 2026 – At Verticon 2026, Leonardo and FlightSafety International Inc. (FSI) announced the planned co-development and establishment of the first AW189 Full-Flight Simulator (FFS) in the Americas. This partnership includes the development of a Level D FFS, which will replicate the AW189 advanced avionics and flight systems at the highest possible standard, enabling realistic offshore and search-and-rescue mission training.
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Mar
11
2026
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Atlanta, U.S., 11 March 2026 – ÖAMTC Flugrettung and Airbus Helicopters have announced the signature of a strategic long-term framework contract for Airbus H135, H140 and H145 helicopters. This framework contract solidifies the initial agreement announced at last year’s Verticon, where ÖAMTC Flugrettung was presented as a launch customer and development partner of the new H140 helicopter.
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Mar
11
2026
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Atlanta, U.S., 11 March 2026 – ADAC Luftrettung, one of Europe’s biggest Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) operators, and Airbus Helicopters have announced the signature of a strategic long-term framework contract for Airbus H135, H140 and H145 helicopters. This framework contract solidifies the initial agreement announced at last year’s Verticon, where ADAC Luftrettung was presented as a launch customer and development partner of the new H140 helicopter.
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