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Jan
09
2026
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – U.S. Department of Transportation Secretary Sean P. Duffy and Federal Aviation Administrator Bryan Bedford today announced two new test sites for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS). The sites, which will be located in The Choctaw Nation of Oklahoma and Indiana Economic Development Corporation, are the first new UAS testing grounds in nearly a decade.
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Jan
09
2026
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Marignane, France, 09 January 2026 - Airbus Helicopters was informed of an event that occurred on a H160 operated in Brazil on January 2nd 2026.
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Jan
08
2026
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Winter flying demands more than heavier clothing and de-icing fluid; it requires a fundamental mindset shift. Conditions that feel routine in summer can quickly become unforgiving in cold weather, often with little warning and no margin for error. For this blog, we partnered with Leigh Coates, who shares her firsthand guidelines for flying safely in winter conditions.
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Jan
08
2026
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LAS VEGAS, NV - January 8, 2026 - At CES 2026, Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) announced plans to develop and deploy the next generation of artificial intelligence technologies for aviation using the NVIDIA IGX Thor platform.
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Jan
07
2026
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BRISBANE, Australia – December 29, 2025 – Simutech Solutions, a leader in independent aviation training support, today announced a strategic partnership with Bluedrop USA. This collaboration brings advanced tactical training simulation products to operators across the Asia Pacific and Middle East at a time of increasing demand for defence and civil readiness.
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Jan
07
2026
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Fort Worth, TX (Jan,05, 2026) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, has been selected to continue in the competition for the U.S. Army’s Flight School Next program. As part of this selection, Bell and our industry teammates will advance to the second phase of the Army competition.
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Jan
07
2026
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DAYTON, Ohio--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced it has signed an agreement to acquire a manufacturing facility in the Dayton, Ohio area spanning more than 700,000 square feet. The facility, which is ready for immediate use, will initially support Joby’s plans to double production to four aircraft per month in 2027, while also providing space for significant future growth. The factory complements Joby’s existing production facilities in California and Ohio, with operations in the new facility expected to begin this year.
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Jan
06
2026
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New Zealand – Two Airbus H145 rescue helicopters have arrived in New Zealand, marking a major milestone in the fleet renewal programme for the Canterbury West Coast Air Rescue Trust and operator GCH Aviation, with international transportation managed by global aerospace logistics specialist B&H Worldwide.
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Jan
06
2026
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SANTA CRUZ, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced it has accepted the first of two flight simulators developed in partnership with CAE (NYSE:CAE) (TSX:CAE), a global leader in pilot training. The simulators, scheduled to be qualified amongst the highest Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) classifications for flight simulation, provide the ultra-realistic environment required for commercial single-pilot eVTOL operations and are equipped with the same simulation technology used to train pilots for the world’s leading airlines.
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Jan
05
2026
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On November 7, 2024, about 0837 Pacific standard time, a Robinson Helicopter Company R44 II, N4361R, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Durkee, Oregon. The pilot was not injured. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 133 external load flight.
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Jan
05
2026
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AIRCRAFT CRASHED UNDER UNKNOWN CIRCUMSTANCES, SUPERIOR, AZ.
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Dec
23
2025
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Singapore – B&H Worldwide, a global leader in aerospace logistics, has further expanded its rotary-wing logistics capabilities with the successful handling of a Bell 429 helicopter movement from India to Singapore, supporting the aircraft’s return to Bell Textron’s regional hub for maintenance and inspection.
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Dec
23
2025
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AIRCRAFT ROLLED OVER ON ITS SIDE AFTER TOUCHING DOWN AND TAIL BOOM SEPARATED, FORT WORTH, TX.
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Dec
22
2025
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The pilot reported that while on a local flight he noticed a squall line approaching and elected to return to the private strip from which he had departed. During the approach, rain intensity increased, and the wind began gusting to about 15 knots. The pilot landed the helicopter, lowered the collective, and reduced power. While the main rotor was turning about 420 rpm, the helicopter suddenly rolled over onto its right side, resulting in substantial damage to the main rotor system and fuselage.
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Dec
22
2025
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On March 14, 2025, about 0708 eastern daylight time, a Schweizer 269C helicopter, N262LH, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Mogadore, Ohio. The pilot was fatally injured. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight.
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Dec
22
2025
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Rome, 19 December 2025 - Leonardo and the EU Clean Aviation JU (Joint Undertaking) are pleased to announce the first flight of the Next Generation Civil Tiltrotor – Technology Demonstrator (NGCTR-TD), which took place at Leonardo’s Cascina Costa di Samarate facility (Italy) today. This milestone marks the start of the flight test phase for one of the most advanced technology programmes in the European civil aviation landscape.
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Dec
19
2025
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Jakarta, Indonesia, 19 December 2025 – Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first H160 to Derazona Helicopters in Indonesia, marking the entry of the next-generation rotorcraft into the country and the wider Southeast Asian energy market. The multi-mission H160 will bolster the Indonesian operator's fleet and will be deployed for offshore energy missions as well as utility and commercial passenger transportation.
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Dec
18
2025
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WASHINGTON, D.C. – December 17, 2025 – Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR) today announced it has partnered with cities across the U.S. to submit multiple applications to launch initial air taxi operations under the White House’s eVTOL Integration Pilot Program (eIPP).
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Dec
18
2025
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Washington, DC (Dec. 17, 2025) — Vertical Aviation International (VAI) today applauds the release of the US Department of Transportation’s Advanced Air Mobility National Strategy, a whole-of-government framework outlining how the United States plans to integrate advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft, including eVTOL and other powered-lift vehicles, into the national transportation system over the next decade.
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Dec
18
2025
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18 December 2025 - Established Leonardo helicopter civil operator ASG Helicopter Services LLC (ASG) is introducing two AW189 super medium offshore-configured aircraft in Azerbaijan this month, with the first aircraft officially presented in the country on December 17 and the second one expected to arrive at the beginning of next year.
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Dec
18
2025
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Albacete, Spain, 18 December 2025 – Spain is placing orders for 100 Airbus helicopters through the Directorate General for Armament and Material (DGAM) of the Ministry of Defence. These four contracts, framed within the National Helicopter Plan announced in May, aim to boost the modernisation of Spain’s defence and security assets.
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Dec
18
2025
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SANTA CRUZ, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced its support for the U.S. Department of Transportation’s (DOT) Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) National Strategy, as well as its intent to immediately engage on key recommendations. The Strategy provides a clear policy roadmap for AAM deployment and integration across workforce, infrastructure, safety and data sharing.
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Dec
18
2025
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SANTA CRUZ, Calif. & LOS ANGELES--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced a partnership with Metropolis Technologies, Inc., a leader in applied AI for the real world, to develop 25 vertiports across the United States utilizing Metropolis’ extensive network of parking locations. The partnership will incorporate Metropolis’ AI-based recognition technology, as well the company’s extensive footprint across aviation and baggage services.
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Dec
17
2025
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Fort Worth, TX (Dec. 17, 2025) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the delivery of a second Bell 505 to the Fort Worth Police Department. Bell executives and city officials celebrated this achievement together in the police department’s hangar at Meacham Airport. The relationship between Bell and the city of Fort Worth dates back almost 75 years.
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Dec
17
2025
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Marignane, France, 17 December 2025 - Airbus has been awarded a €30 million framework contract by the European Maritime Safety Agency (EMSA) to provide Remotely Piloted Aircraft Systems (RPAS) services for multipurpose maritime surveillance with the Flexrotor Uncrewed Aerial System. These services enhance Coast Guard missions by offering extended coastal range and long-endurance capabilities.
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Dec
17
2025
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Dubai, United Arab Emirates (December 16, 2025) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced that the SUBARU Bell 412EPX platform has taken a historic step forward as it embarks on its first-ever demonstration tour in the Middle East, following its display at Dubai Airshow 2025. Stopping at rotorcraft facilities in the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Bahrain and Qatar, the demonstration tour is expected to attract hundreds of prospective customers across the public safety and defense industries to see the vertical lift capabilities of this multi-mission aircraft.
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Dec
17
2025
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SANTA CRUZ, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced that it is making investments to double its manufacturing capacity in the United States, to support the production of four aircraft per month in 2027.
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Dec
16
2025
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Robinson Helicopter Company's (RHC) combined fleet of six R66 helicopters has collectively surpassed a total of 2,300 flight hours in just over seven months this year across U.S. Army and Navy/Coast Guard/Marine training efforts in Florida and Texas. This milestone underscores the R66’s durability and capability in rigorous flight instruction environments.
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Dec
16
2025
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SAO PAULO, BRAZIL – Dec. 16, 2025 – The Brazilian Army took delivery of its first UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter, initiating a 12-helicopter fleet upgrade that strengthens Brazil’s multi-mission airlift and humanitarian-assistance capabilities. The Black Hawk helicopter is a versatile aircraft ready to support the Brazil Army’s missions, including troop transport, medical evacuation, search and rescue, and disaster response.
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Dec
16
2025
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AIRCRAFT ON POST FLIGHT INSPECTION AND DAMAGE WAS FOUND TO THE TAIL ROTOR, LAS VEGAS, NV
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