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Dec
09
2024
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NTSB Preliminary Report: Parrottsville, TN
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Dec
09
2024
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Mielec – 3 December 2024, PZL Mielec, a Lockheed Martin company, recently delivered another S-70i Black Hawk helicopter to the Polish National Police (PNP), expanding the PNP Aviation Board fleet to five aircraft. This latest delivery completes the contract requirements signed in December 2022 for two helicopters and continues to bolster their mission capabilities and increase safety throughout the region.
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Dec
09
2024
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WASHINGTON – If you are considering a drone as a holiday gift, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) wants you and your loved ones to understand how to fly it safely.
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Dec
09
2024
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PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 4, 2024 —The U.S. Army ordered three additional CH-47F Block II Chinooks from Boeing [NYSE: BA]. The Lot 3 contract award, valued at $135 million, is a part of the U.S. Army’s ongoing modernization efforts.
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Dec
06
2024
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December 6, 2025 — Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) today announced that it has entered into a multi-party collaboration agreement with key UAE and Abu Dhabi entities to advance the establishment of electric air taxi operations in Abu Dhabi.
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Dec
05
2024
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Mckinney, TX – Adventure Pilot, creators of iFly EFB, are thrilled to announce the release of iFly EFB Version 13.2, packed with powerful new features that will transform the flight planning experience. Whether you're a professional pilot or an aviation enthusiast, this latest update delivers cutting-edge tools designed to make flying safer, smarter, and more efficient.
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Dec
05
2024
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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 has completed a training program with the U.S. Air Force covering the maintenance of Joby’s electric aircraft.
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Dec
04
2024
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Wichita, KS (December 4, 2024) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, has completed wind tunnel testing at the National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Wichita State University in support of the DARPA Speed and Runway Independent Technology (SPRINT) program. This test phase follows successful evaluation of the Stop/Fold rotor system using the Holloman High Speed Test Track (HHSTT) in New Mexico in 2023.
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Dec
04
2024
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Broomfield, CO — December 3, 2024 — Vita Inclinata Technologies, a leading provider of intelligent lifting technology and solutions for aerospace and industrial construction industries, announced today that it has achieved a major milestone in rescue operations with the successful completion of Army Airworthiness qualification and Air Force testing for its Vita Rescue System (VRS). The first VRS units produced for the Army were recently delivered by the Product Director (PD) MEDEVAC to the South Carolina Army National Guard. Following initial training, the system is now operational with the South Carolina Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team (SC-HART), a critical step in advancing interagency search-and-rescue capabilities.
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Dec
04
2024
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Broomfield, CO — December 3, 2024 — Vita Inclinata Technologies, a leading provider of intelligent lifting technology and solutions for aerospace and industrial construction industries, announced today that it has achieved a major milestone in rescue operations with the successful completion of Army Airworthiness qualification and Air Force testing for its Vita Rescue System (VRS). The first VRS units produced for the Army were recently delivered by the Product Director (PD) MEDEVAC to the South Carolina Army National Guard. Following initial training, the system is now operational with the South Carolina Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team (SC-HART), a critical step in advancing interagency search-and-rescue capabilities.
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Dec
04
2024
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Varese, Italy – 3 December 2024 -- In a remarkable rescue operation, a 66-year-old hiker from Varese, missing in the Valgrande area, was found injured but alive, thanks to Smith Myers ARTEMIS systems.
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Dec
03
2024
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Alexandria, VA (December 3, 2024) – The FAA has issued a revised policy for the harnesses used for fall protection by utility lineworkers when performing human external cargo (HEC) operations. This decision ensures uniformity, enhances safety, and promotes operational compliance with existing local, state, and federal safety rules.
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Dec
03
2024
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Fort Worth, TX (December 3, 2024) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced the SUBARU Bell 412EPX has received European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification and can begin flight operations throughout the European Union.
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Dec
03
2024
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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 received a Part 141 certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) for its flight academy as well as FAA acceptance for its air operations voluntary Safety Management System (“SMS”) as established under Part 5.
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Dec
03
2024
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Curitiba, Brazil, 3rd Dezember 2024 - CENTUM, a global company specializing in mission-critical airborne systems, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Helisul Engineering, part of Helisul Group, one of the largest helicopter operators in Latin America. This collaboration represents a solid step in CENTUM’s international growth strategy, expanding its reach in over 20 countries and building on shared goals for innovation and service excellence.
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Dec
02
2024
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Priority 1 Air Rescue (P1AR), a world leader in providing full spectrum helicopter mission training and operational Search and Rescue (SAR) Air Ambulance services, is pleased to announce it has been awarded a 5-year training contract with the United States Coast Guard (USCG). Under this contract, P1AR will continue to provide specialized hoist operator training for ab-initio flight mechanic crew members assigned to both the MH-65E and MH-60T helicopters at the P1AR Search and Rescue Tactical Training Academy (SART/TAC) located in Mesa Arizona.
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Dec
02
2024
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NTSB Preliminary Report: Parrottsville, TN
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Dec
02
2024
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According to the pilot, while performing an aerial application on a field, the helicopter struck a set of power lines that he was previously aware of and had been working around during the flight. Following the impact with wires, he initiated a forced landing to a field. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the main rotor blades, transmission, tail rotor drive shaft, and tail boom.
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Dec
02
2024
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AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED AN ENGINE ISSUE WHLE RETURNING FROM A BEACH TOUR AND MADE A PRECAUTIONARY LANDING IN A FIELD, DAYTONA BEACH, FL.
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Dec
02
2024
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Fort Worth, Texas (November 27, 2024): Rotor Technologies showcased the future of aerial agriculture with a flight of its Sprayhawk, the world’s largest and most advanced agricultural UAV, at Perot Field Alliance Airport in Fort Worth, Texas. The exclusive event, held in partnership with Hillwood and the Helicopter Institute, drew more than 200 aviation industry leaders who witnessed the historic flight and celebrated pivotal company announcements.
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Dec
02
2024
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The Vertical Aviation Safety Team (VAST) releases a white paper titled “Investigation of a Rotorcraft Safety Rating Concept,” introducing an innovative proof-of-concept system aimed at elevating safety standards for vertical aircraft worldwide. The initiative seeks to incentivize the adoption of advanced safety technologies across both new and existing fleets, inspired by successful frameworks in other industries, such as automotive safety ratings.
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Nov
27
2024
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NICEVILLE, FL – Okaloosa MedFlight’s emergency air medical crew was thrilled to reunite with former patient Lulu Gribbin, a 15-year-old shark attack survivor who has defied the odds with her remarkable recovery. On June 7, 2024, Okaloosa MedFlight transported Gribbin from Seacrest Beach to Ascension Sacred Heart Hospital in Pensacola after she was attacked by a shark in shallow water. Despite losing her right leg and left hand, Gribbin has made a miraculous recovery and inspired people with her tenacious spirit and good humor as she has relearned to not only walk and do daily activities, but to also golf, play soccer, and even surf with her prosthetic leg and hand.
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Nov
27
2024
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Marietta, GA / Prague, Czech Republic - November 27, 2024 - Today, Immersive Display Solutions, Inc. (IDSI), a leading global supplier of immersive training solutions, and Vrgineers, a leading global supplier of XR headsets, announced collaboration on the new Somnium VR1 mixed reality (MR) headset. IDSI will be showcasing the VR1 headset as the role player in a Joint Fires training scenario.
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Nov
25
2024
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BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, Nov. 18, 2024 Recoil Aerospace Inc. (Recoil), the leading designer of the world’s most advanced aerial fire suppression systems (AFSS) has seen further deployment of its Tsunami T650-E tank system for the H225 Super Puma during a major incident.
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Nov
25
2024
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Berg, Germany, November 25, 2024 - Reiser Simulation and Training reports a new NH90 Maintenance Training Rig (MTR) contract for the German Navy. The state-of-the-art training system will replicate the latest NH90 Sea Tiger helicopter, a model set to join the Navy’s fleet starting in 2025.
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Nov
22
2024
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On November 1, 2024, about 2106 central daylight time, a Robinson R-44 II helicopter, N62CD, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Iowa, Louisiana. The pilot and two passengers were fatally injured. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight.
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Nov
21
2024
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November 21, 2024 - Fargo, ND — Spectrum Aeromed is pleased to announce that it has received FAA certification for a wide range of advanced air ambulance equipment on the Pilatus PC-24, an increasingly popular choice among air medical operators worldwide. Known as the world’s first Super Versatile Jet, the PC-24 is uniquely suited for emergency medical services (EMS), capable of handling both short- and long-range patient transfer missions with ease.
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Nov
21
2024
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(DALLAS, TEXAS) Dallas Avionics announced this week the addition of Cody Klaehn to their team as their as the Government Agency Sales Executive.
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Nov
21
2024
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Enstrom Helicopter Corporation returned to the world stage this month to participate in European Rotors 2024, the largest business-to-business rotorcraft trade shows outside of the United States.
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Nov
21
2024
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20th November, 2024: LCI, a leading aviation company, has purchased a fleet of seven, new emergency medical services (EMS) configured Leonardo AW169 helicopters.
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