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Dec
18
2025

Joby, Metropolis Announce Partnership to Develop 25 Vertiport Sites Across the U.S.

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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

Fort Worth Police Department Accepts Delivery of Second Bell 505

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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

European Maritime Safety Agency selects Airbus Flexrotor drone for maritime surveillance missions

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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

SUBARU Bell 412EPX Embarks on its First Demo Tour in the Middle East

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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

Joby Announces Plans to Double Manufacturing Capacity in United States

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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

ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY R66 SURPASSES 2,300 HOURS ACROSS U.S. MILITARY TRAINING FLEET IN SEVEN MONTHS

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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

Brazilian Army Receives First of 12 UH-60M Black Hawk Helicopters

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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

FAA Accident Report: LAS VEGAS, NV

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AIRCRAFT ON POST FLIGHT INSPECTION AND DAMAGE WAS FOUND TO THE TAIL ROTOR, LAS VEGAS, NV

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Dec
16
2025

Archer Announces Plans for UK Engineering Hub, Hires Veteran British eVTOL Engineering Leader

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LONDON, UK - December 15, 2025 - Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR) today announced plans for a new UK engineering hub in South West England, a region with a long history in aerospace and defence. The company, through its newly established UK subsidiary, intends to build and grow a team in the country to support its work in the region.

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Dec
16
2025

Airbus delivers first H160 for the Gendarmerie Nationale

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Marignane, France, 16 December 2025 – The first H160 helicopter for the French Gendarmerie Nationale was handed over to the French Defence Procurement Agency (DGA) during a ceremony held at the Airbus Helicopters headquarters in Marignane. Ten H160s were ordered in December 2021 by the DGA on behalf of the Ministry of Interior.   

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Dec
16
2025

German Navy takes over first NH90 Sea Tiger

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Nordholz, Germany, 16 December 2025  – Airbus Helicopters, through the joint venture NHIndustries, has handed over the first NH90 Sea Tiger to the German Navy during a delivery ceremony at the Navy’s base in Nordholz. A total of 31 helicopters are set to be delivered by 2030. The NH90 Sea Tiger will be used for anti-surface and anti-submarine warfare missions.

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Dec
15
2025

FAA Accident Report: MINNEAPOLIS, MN

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AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED A HARD LANDING AFTER TAKEOFF IN A FIELD AND CAME TO REST ON ITS SIDE, DILLEY, TX.

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Dec
15
2025

Anthelion Helicopters Expands Training Fleet with First Cessna 172 TAA, Offering Dual Fixed-Wing and Helicopter Ratings in Los Angeles

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Los Angeles, CA — [December 14th 2025] — Anthelion Helicopters proudly announces the addition of its first fixed-wing aircraft, a Cessna 172 Technically Advanced Aircraft (TAA), marking a major milestone in the company’s continued growth and commitment to comprehensive flight training. With this expansion, Anthelion Helicopters becomes one of the few flight schools in the Los Angeles area able to offer dual training pathways in both helicopters and fixed-wing aircraft, along with add-on and stand-alone ratings.

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Dec
15
2025

DIU, JIATF-401, USNORTHCOM, US ARMY Announce Winner for C-UAS Low-Cost Sensing Challenge

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Washington, D.C., (December 12, 2025) — Defense Innovation Unit (DIU), in close collaboration with U.S. Northern Command (USNORTHCOM), Joint Interagency Task Force 401 (JIATF-401), U.S. Army, U.S. Navy, U.S. Marine Corps, and U.S. Indo-Pacific Command, announced top-performing solutions for the Counter-small Unmanned Aircraft System (C-sUAS) Low-Cost Sensing (LCS) challenge. MatrixSpace Inc. has been selected as the overall winner and will receive the top award of $500k. In addition, the top three performers following the overall winner will each receive award amounts of $100k in recognition of their performance: Guardian RF, Hidden Level, Inc., and Teledyne FLIR Defense.

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Dec
15
2025

Germany orders 20 additional Airbus H145M helicopters

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Donauwörth, Germany, 15 December 2025 – Germany has decided to exercise the option for 20 more H145M light combat helicopters (Leichter Kampfhubschrauber or LKH for short) that were part of a contract signed in December 2023, bringing the total number to 82 helicopters. 

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Dec
15
2025

Joby Caps Year of Flight, Demonstrating Global Commercial Readiness and Operational Momentum Towards FAA Certification

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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 the successful completion of its final international flight demonstration of 2025, at the Fuji Speedway in Japan. The week-long campaign marks the culmination of a year filled with extensive flight activity and operational maturity worldwide.

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Dec
12
2025

Greece signs NH90 follow on support contract

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Marignane, France, 12 December 2025 - NH Industries and the Greek Ministry of Defence have signed the follow-on support contract for their NH90 fleet. The contract, valued at €50 million, will establish a support ecosystem for the country's NH90 fleet. Over the next five years, this agreement will provide spare parts and maintenance services to significantly increase the fleet's operational availability.

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Dec
11
2025

FAA Accident Report: ANNISTON, AL

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AIRCRAFT LANDED ON A SLOPE WHICH RESULTED IN A ROTOR STRIKE TO THE WIRE PROTECTION SYSTEM, ANNISTON, AL

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Dec
11
2025

AVINCIS BECOMES WORLD’S FIRST OPERATOR TO SURPASS 5,000 FLYING HOURS ON THE LEONARDO AW169

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11/12/2025 – Lisbon, Portugal: Avincis, Europe’s largest provider of emergency aerial services, has become the first operator in the world to surpass 5,000 flying hours on the Leonardo AW169.

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Dec
10
2025

Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation Advances Archer’s Pathway for Electric Air Taxi Deployment

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RIYADH, SAUDI ARABIA - December 10, 2025 - Saudi Arabia’s General Authority of Civil Aviation (GACA), today announced the signing of an agreement with Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR) under which the parties will collaborate to accelerate the deployment of electric air taxis across the Kingdom.

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Dec
10
2025

ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY R66 SURPASSES 2,300 HOURS ACROSS U.S. MILITARY TRAINING FLEET IN SEVEN MONTHS

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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
10
2025

First Australian Airbus H160 order secured by Linfoxq

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Brisbane, Australia, 10 December 2025 – Airbus has secured the first order for its H160 helicopter in Australia, with Australia’s privately-owned logistics and supply chain enterprise, Linfox, placing the purchase. The new aircraft, which will be used for passenger transportation missions across Australia, marks Linfox’s first purchase with Airbus. 

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Dec
09
2025

Archer Completes First Phase of Transactions To Acquire Control Of Hawthorne Airport

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Hawthorne, CA - December 9, 2025 - Today, Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR) announced that it has now completed the first phase of its Hawthorne Airport transactions that includes the acquisition of the master lease from the City of Hawthorne and the associated subleases, giving it control of the real estate that makes up the airport. In early November, Archer signed a series of definitive agreements to acquire control of this one-of-a-kind Los Angeles aviation asset. 

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Dec
07
2025

NTSB Final Report: North Las Vegas, NV

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A Robinson R-44 helicopter N744AF, VW02 (View 02), and a Diamond DA20-C1 Eclipse, N857PA were involved in a near midair collision (NMAC) approximately 1.7 miles west of the North Las Vegas Airport (VGT).

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Dec
07
2025

RECOIL TSUNAMI EXTERNAL AERIAL FIREFIGHTING TANK FOR BLACK HAWK HELICOPTERS APPROVED FOR 1000-GALLON CAPACITY

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BOWLING GREEN Kentucky  Recoil Aerospace Inc. (Recoil) announces approval of 1000-gallon capacity for its Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) SR02584AK for the UH-60 Black Hawk Tsunami External Wildfire Suppression Tank.

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Dec
04
2025

entrol delivers advanced H135 simulator to transform pilot training for The Aerotech Group

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Madrid, December 4th, 2025 -entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD, and FFS flight simulators,announces the sale and upcoming delivery of an H135 simulator to The Aerotech Group, a prominent aviation company in Australia. The Factory Acceptance Testing (FAT) was successfully completed at the end of September 2025, with installation planned for 1Q 2026. The simulator will support both internal and external pilot training activities.

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Dec
03
2025

FlightSafety International Appoints Eric Hinson as Chief Executive Officer

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Columbus, OH (December 1, 2025) — FlightSafety International Inc. today announced the appointment of Eric Hinson as chief executive officer, effective immediately. Hinson will succeed former president Barbara Telek who recently announced her retirement.

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Dec
03
2025

Archer Reveals Plans for Miami Air Taxi Network Featuring Partnerships With Related Ross and Magic City Innovation District

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Miami, FL - December 3, 2025 - Archer Aviation (NYSE: ACHR) today revealed its plans for a Miami metropolitan area based air taxi network designed to transform how residents and visitors move across one of the nation’s fastest growing regions. Archer’s goal is to connect major population and business centers, including Miami, Fort Lauderdale, Boca Raton and West Palm Beach via 10 - 20 minute electric flights, bypassing ground-based traffic and unlocking a new mobility ecosystem in the air that is safe and efficient.

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Tags: Archer Boca Raton Fort Lauderdale Miami WEST PALM BEACH
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Dec
03
2025

Precision Aviation Group Expands Capabilities for the Rolls-Royce M250/RR300 with the Acquisition of Helicopter Engine Repair Overhaul Services, Inc. (H.E.R.O.S).

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Atlanta, Georgia – December 3, 2025 – Precision Aviation Group, Inc. (PAG), a leading provider of maintenance, repair, and overhaul (MRO) services and value-added supply chain solutions to the global aerospace and defense industries, today announced its acquisition of H.E.R.O.S. Inc., a premier Rolls-Royce M250/RR300 engine MRO provider based in Chandler, Arizona.

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Dec
03
2025

SPECTRUM AEROMED ANNOUNCES NEW PRESIDENT, SHANNON SCHELL

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Fargo, North Dakota — Spectrum Aeromed, a global leader in customized air medical interiors and equipment, has announced the appointment of Shannon Schell as its new President. Schell brings more than 30 years of leadership experience in aviation, healthcare, and logistics, including extensive expertise in the air ambulance industry. 

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