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Nov
06
2025
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Bradenton, Fla – 29 October 2025 — Trakka Systems (“Trakka”), a global leader in integrated electro-optical and infrared imaging systems, has announced its acquisition by Acron Aviation (“Acron”), a world-leading provider of advanced aviation solutions.
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Nov
06
2025
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LOS ANGELES, CA, November 6, 2025 - Archer Aviation Inc. (“Archer” or the “Company”) (NYSE: ACHR) today announced operating and financial results for the third quarter ended September 30, 2025. The Company issued a shareholder letter discussing those results, as well as its fourth quarter 2025 estimates.
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Nov
06
2025
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BOWLING GREEN Kentucky; Recoil Aerospace Inc. (Recoil) announce’s validation of its Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SR02584AK by the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) for it’s Airbus Super Puma Tsunami External Tank.
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Nov
04
2025
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DAYTONA BEACH, Fla., – VerdeGo Aero™, Inc. is proud to announce it has achieved a perfect score for Cybersecurity -Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, following an assessment conducted by a Certified Third Party Assessor Organization (C3PAO) in August 2025. This reinforces VerdeGo Aero’s commitment to cybersecurity when supporting hybrid propulsion needs for next-generation aircraft programs. Receiving this certification positions VerdeGo Aero as one of the first companies within the electric aviation sector to achieve compliance ahead of the full implementation of CMMC going into effect November 10th, 2025. VerdeGo Aero’s implementation of all 110 NIST SP 800-171 security requirements ensures robust protection of Controlled Unclassified Information (CUI) in support of Department of War (DoW) programs and trusted aerospace partners.
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Nov
03
2025
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LOS ANGELES, Calif., Oct. 29, 2025 — As the threat of wildfires continues to intensify, the County of Los Angeles today announced a new contract with Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE: LMT) for two S‑70i FIREHAWK® helicopters. The new aircraft will enhance round the clock wildfire suppression, rescue, and emergency medical services missions throughout the county’s 4,000 square mile area, where rapid, reliable aerial response can mean the difference between safety and catastrophe.
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Oct
31
2025
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Omaha, Nebraska (October 31, 2025) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, hosted a special signing ceremony during the Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC) with Air Methods announcing the signed purchase agreement for three Bell 407GXis to be added to their fleet along with celebrating a recently accepted delivery of a Bell 429, further expanding their air medical capabilities. This announcement comes on the heels of an announcement made earlier this year at VAI Verticon with Air Methods signing a Master Purchasing Agreement for up to 27 aircraft.
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Oct
31
2025
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Fort Erie, Ontario, 31 October 2025 – Airbus Helicopters in Canada is marking an important fleet modernisation milestone with Niagara Helicopters, as the operator celebrates four Airbus H130 helicopters that will support their aerial tourism operations. The completion of the fleet renewal, initially announced in 2024, supports Niagara Helicopters’ continued delivery of premium aerial tour experiences over the internationally-renowned Niagara Falls landmark.
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Oct
31
2025
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Fort Worth, Texas (October 31, 2025) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today that it has appointed Tangmere Aircraft Sales as a Bell 429, SUBARU Bell 412EPX, and Bell 525 authorized sales representative in the United Kingdom and Ireland.
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Oct
31
2025
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SANTA CRUZ, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Joby Aviation (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, announced today that it has begun manufacturing propeller blades at its Dayton, Ohio facility. This milestone expands in-house manufacturing of a critical conforming component and builds on the work already underway in Ohio, including testing, underscoring Dayton’s historic role in aircraft production ahead of commercial launch.
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Oct
30
2025
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Helicopter Institute (HI) is expanding its agreement with Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC) by introducing the TH-66 SAGE training platform into the U.S. Navy’s Contractor Operated Pilot Training - Rotary (COPT-R) program, operating out of Meacham Airport in Fort Worth, Texas. This move represents a significant upgrade in U.S. Navy flight training, as Helicopter Institute begins phasing out legacy aircraft, like the Bell 206B3, in favor of the more cost-effective, turbine-powered R66-based trainer.
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Oct
30
2025
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CAMP GRAYLING, Mich., October 30, 2025 — For the first time, a U.S. soldier—not a trained aviator—planned and executed real-world missions in military exercises with Lockheed Martin Sikorsky’s [NYSE: LMT] Optionally Piloted (OPV) Black Hawk helicopter, powered by MATRIX™ technology.
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Oct
29
2025
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Madrid, October 29th, 2025 - Entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD, and FFS flight simulators, announces the sale of an H135 FTD Level 3 helicopter simulator to the Royal Thai Air Force. This agreement marks a significant milestone, strengthening the company's presence in the defense market and the Asia-Pacific region.
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Oct
29
2025
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KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA, October 29, 2025 – SKYTRAC Systems Ltd (SKYTRAC), a global leader in satellite communications (satcom) and intelligent connectivity solutions, is pleased to announce it has acquired the exclusive, perpetual license to manufacture, sell, and support the Honeywell Sky Connect product line.
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Oct
28
2025
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Omaha, Nebraska (October 28, 2025) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, hosted a special delivery ceremony during the Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC) to celebrate HALO-Flight’s delivery of a new IFR-equipped Bell 407GXi. As the fifth and final Bell 407GXi to deliver in HALO-Flight’s fleet renewal, the ceremony marked another milestone in the long-standing relationship between Bell and HALO-Flight; a premier nonprofit air medical service provider committed to delivering critical care and rapid emergency response across South Texas.READ MORE ROTOR PRO: https://justhelicopters.com/Magazine
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Oct
27
2025
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(SALISBURY, MD) OCTOBER 23, 2025) With the government shutdown continuing, Kilroy Aviation, LLC, an approved Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) company with Organization Designation Authorization (ODA), announced this week that it is assisting clients in obtaining STC certifications during the shutdown.
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Oct
27
2025
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27 OCT 2025 – Omaha, NE – Metro Aviation, a recognized leader in air-medical transport solutions and aircraft completions, is proud to announce two significant developments that strengthen its support for critical-care rotorcraft operations. First, Metro will be the first completion center to offer an EMS-interior Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) for the new Airbus H160. Second, Metro has signed a purchase agreement for twelve Airbus H140 aircraft, which will be available for purchase and completion at Metro’s facility, offering air-medical operators a highly capable and mission-ready platform.
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Oct
27
2025
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Kobe, Japan, 27 October 2025 – Hiroshima City Fire Services Bureau of Japan has taken delivery of its first Airbus H160, becoming the world’s first firefighting operator of the type.
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Oct
24
2025
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Mesa, Arizona — October 24, 2025 – Today MD Helicopters, LLC (MDH) announced the FAA approved the Supplemental Type Certificate for the Super D20B upgrade, which is the first in a series of upgrades coming over the next six months. Delivering enhanced power and performance through structural and aerodynamic improvements—while retaining the proven Rolls-Royce 250-C20B engine, the Super D20B offers operators a certified, cost-effective solution for increasing performance and max gross weight by up to 350 pounds or 11%. The upgrade is available at all MD Authorized Service Centers and the kits are ready to ship.
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Oct
24
2025
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Bell is honored to participate in the Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC) 2025, booth #1301, hosted at the CHI Health Convention Center in Omaha, Nebraska. This year, Bell is proud to showcase its innovative solutions for emergency medical transport and honor the remarkable individuals who perform critical missions, every day.
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Oct
23
2025
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MESA, ARIZONA and SANTA MONICA, CALIFORNIA – Oct. 23, 2025 — PHI Air Medical, one of the largest air ambulance providers in the United States has become the first air medical operator in the world to implement full-motion virtual reality (VR) flight simulation for pilot training. The company has installed a full-motion VR simulator from Loft Dynamics—the first VR system qualified by both the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) and the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA)—at its training base in Mesa, Arizona. PHI is now launching an entirely new training program centered around VR and its Airbus H125 simulator, giving pilots round-the-clock access to immersive, mission-specific training that mirrors the urgency and complexity of real-world operations.
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Oct
22
2025
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PHILADELPHIA, Oct. 21, 2025 — The U.S. Army is advancing its heavy-lift modernization efforts by ordering nine Boeing [NYSE: BA] CH-47F Block II Chinooks via two contract awards. The Lot 4 and 5 awards, valued at $461 million, increase the number of CH-47F Block II aircraft under contract to 18.
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Oct
22
2025
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Los Angeles, CA – October 22, 2025 – The Los Angeles Sports & Entertainment Commission (LASEC) today announced Archer (NYSE: ACHR) as its exclusive Air Taxi Partner. As part of this designation, Archer will serve as an Official Host City Supporter for the Los Angeles World Cup 2026 and as an Official Super Bowl LXI Host Committee Partner.
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Oct
22
2025
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TORRANCE, CA – October 21, 2025 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world's leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, has commissioned husband-and-wife team of photographer and book developer Jon Davison and writer Jude Brazendale to capture the vivid images and compelling stories of its dealers, owners, and operators around the globe for a new book. This photographic narrative, a key part of Robinson Helicopter’s Climb Higher Series, is an expansive look at the extraordinary ways Robinson helicopters are put to work. The book will be available first at European Rotors in November 2025 and through Robinson Helicopter Company in January 2026 for $59.99 USD.
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Oct
21
2025
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COLOGNE, GERMANY – October 20, 2025 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world's leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, will make its R88 overseas debut at the European Rotors Exhibition, VTOL Show and Safety Conference in Cologne, Germany, from November 18-20 in booth #1712.
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Oct
21
2025
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Washington, D.C. (Oct. 20, 2025) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, has signed Letters of Intent (LOI) to identify and evaluate areas for cooperation with Ukraine.
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Oct
20
2025
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SEOUL - October 20, 2025 - Korean Air and Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) today announced the signing of an agreement to commercialize Archer’s Midnight eVTOL aircraft in Korea, across multiple applications and use cases, starting with government applications. As part of the relationship, the parties plan for Korean Air to purchase up to 100 Midnight aircraft.
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Oct
17
2025
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TORRANCE, CA – October 17, 2025 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world's leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, appointed Glenn W.E. Ford as Chief Operations Officer. This appointment is a key step in positioning the company for long-term global growth. Ford will drive improvements in manufacturing efficiency and logistics optimization while supporting the development of new production lines for the manufacturing and introduction of the recently announced R88 helicopter and the Spirit, Spartan, and Helius coaxial unmanned helicopters.
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Oct
16
2025
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WASHINGTON, Oct. 15, 2025 – The U.S. Army down selected Lockheed Martin’s (NYSE: LMT) Spike Non-Line-of-Sight (NLOS) system capability for Phase 2 of the Mobile-Long Range Precision Strike Missile (M-LRPSM) Directed Requirement competition. Lockheed Martin was awarded a Phase 2 contract with a total value of $30 million to continue to integrate and test the precision-guided missile system.
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Oct
16
2025
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WILMINGTON, MA – October 15, 2025 — Ascent AeroSystems, the world’s leading manufacturer of rugged, all-weather coaxial unmanned aerial systems (UAS), today announced it is the first domestic UAS manufacturer to achieve Cybersecurity Maturity Model Certification (CMMC) Level 2, with a perfect assessment score of 110/110.
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Oct
15
2025
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LAS VEGAS, Nevada (NBAA 2025) – October 15, 2025 – Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR), a leading developer of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, today announced that it has won the competitive bid process to acquire Lilium GmbH’s portfolio of ~300 advanced air mobility patent assets for €18M, including patents relating to key innovations in high-voltage systems, battery management, advanced aircraft design, flight controls, electric engines, propellers, and ducted fans.
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