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19
2024
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Albacete, Spain, 19 December 2024 - Airbus Helicopters has delivered the first NH90 of the second batch of 23 helicopters to the Directorate General of Armament and Material (DGAM) at its facility in Albacete, Spain. This is the first NH90 in the Standard 3 configuration for the Spanish Air and Space Force.
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Dec
18
2024
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Torrance, CA – December 18, 2024 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, will offer three new courses for 2025. In addition to the current Safety Courses and Instructor Pilot (IP) Standardization Courses, there will be an R66 Transition Course, Avionics and Autopilot Familiarization Course, and Post-Maintenance Procedure Course. The new courses will cover the following:
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Dec
18
2024
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Fort Worth, TX (December 17, 2024) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced a facility site selection today to support production of the U.S. Army’s Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA). The new 447,000 sq. ft. factory, located in the Denton County region of Fort Worth, Texas, will be dedicated to FLRAA component manufacturing. Bell plans to begin facility modification and equipment installation and achieve facility readiness for Low-Rate Initial Production (LRIP) by 2028.
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Dec
17
2024
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AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED A FIRE AND SMOKE IN THE COCKPIT, MADE AN EMERGENCY LANDING IN A FOOTBALL FIELD AND EXTINGUISHED THE FIRE, RICHARDSON, TX.
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Dec
17
2024
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AIRCRAFT CRASHED UNDER UNKNOWN CIRCUMSTANCES, POTRERO, CA.
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Dec
17
2024
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There are more than one million drones lawfully registered with the FAA in the United States and there are thousands of commercial, hobbyist and law enforcement drones lawfully in the sky on any given day. With the technology landscape evolving, we expect that number to increase over time.
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Dec
17
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 completed a landmark series of major aerostructure tests for certification credit with the Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”).
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Dec
17
2024
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17/12/2025 – Lisboa, Portugal: Avincis, Europe’s largest provider of emergency aerial services, has started to explore locations for a new state-of-the-art emergency aviation training “centre of excellence” site. Avincis has identified a need to in-source its training to support its global growth ambitions, uphold its commitment to safety, and drive standardisation of operations. The facility will also be available to third party partners who will have the opportunity to benefit from the training expertise and equipment at the centre. The first step is to identify a suitable site in a location that is both accessible and in the right environment for a wide range of training disciplines.
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Dec
16
2024
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ICARUS Devices announced the release of the second-generation ICARUS Smart View Limiting Device.
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Dec
16
2024
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Alexandria, VA (December 13, 2024) – It was announced yesterday that Rep. Sam Graves (R-Mo.-6) has retained his chairmanship of the US House Transportation and Infrastructure Committee. In recognition of his outstanding service, Graves received a waiver from the GOP leadership to continue in that role despite applicable term limits.
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Dec
13
2024
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SANTA CRUZ, Calif. & GOHEUNG, South Korea--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced it has successfully completed a series of flight tests in Korea as part of the K-UAM Grand Challenge.
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Dec
12
2024
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SANTA CLARA, CA, December 12, 2024—Today, Anduril and Archer (NYSE: ACHR) announced an exclusive partnership to jointly develop a hybrid VTOL aircraft for critical defense applications targeting a potential program of record from the DOD.
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Dec
12
2024
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Alexandria, VA (December 12, 2024) – The Board of Directors of Vertical Aviation International (VAI) announced today a change in the association’s leadership that will take place in early 2025.
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Dec
12
2024
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Marignane, France, 12 December 2024 - Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with His Excellency, Sheikh Rashid bin Abdullah Al Khalifa, Minister of Interior of Bahrain, for the purchase of nine H145 helicopters. These aircraft will be operated by the Police Aviation Command for law enforcement missions and emergency medical services in the kingdom.
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Dec
11
2024
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Enstrom Helicopter Corporation representatives traveled across the Pacific to celebrate the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) reaching 100,000 flight hours in their fleet of TH-480Bs.
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Dec
11
2024
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Santa Cruz, CA, and Dubai, UAE, Dec 10, 2024 — Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, and Jetex, a global leader in executive aviation, today announced a strategic partnership to redefine seamless connectivity for Jetex customers.
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Dec
11
2024
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STRATFORD, CT, Dec. 11, 2024 – Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE:LMT) has been selected by the U.S. Marine Corps to demonstrate the maturity and capability of the MATRIX™ flight autonomy system.
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Dec
11
2024
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Semmes, AL, Dec. 10, 2024 – Citizens in western Alabama and eastern Mississippi can rest easy knowing they are in good hands during an emergency requiring air medical transport, thanks to the extensive experience of USA SouthFlight. With over 150 years of collective critical care experience, the SouthFlight crew is equipped to expertly handle virtually any medical situation they may face.
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Dec
10
2024
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PRESCOTT VALLEY, AZ, Dec. 9, 2024 – Patients in central Arizona can now receive emergency air medical care faster thanks to Native Air 4 and 14 in Prescott and Prescott Valley recently obtaining first responder status. This designation allows the pilot to identify a safe place to land the helicopter and enables the medical crew to begin patient care immediately upon arriving. Before receiving this designation, the air medical crew had to remain in the air until first responders on the ground secured a landing zone.
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Dec
10
2024
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Madrid, December 9th, 2024 - Entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD, and FFS flight simulators, proudly announces that it has achieved carbon neutrality ahead of its original 2025 target. This milestone, part of the company’s ambitious “Entrol Zero” initiative, solidifies its leadership in sustainability within the aviation industry and highlights its commitment to fostering a cleaner, greener future. Additionally, this achievement is officially recognized by the Spanish Ministry for the Ecological Transition with the award of the prestigious “Calculo, Compenso, Reduzco” seal, further reinforcing Entrol's commitment to sustainability.
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Dec
10
2024
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Enstrom Helicopter Corporation representatives traveled across the Pacific to celebrate the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) reaching 100,000 flight hours in their fleet of TH-480Bs. The JGSDF focuses on disaster relief, civil protection, and the promotion of international cooperation. It is also Enstrom’s largest customer to date with 30 turbine helicopters purchased.
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Dec
10
2024
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Montreal, December 10, 2024 – INGENIO Aerospace (INGENIO), a leader in innovative product design and manufacturing for business, commercial and military aviation, today commented on the benefits of its Heli-Mount Tablet electronic flight bag (EFB), which helps mitigate risk in the demanding environment of rotorcraft operations.
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Dec
09
2024
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AIRCRAFT STRUCK A BIRD DAMAGING AN ANTENNA, CALDWELL, NJ.
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Dec
09
2024
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On November 22, 2022, about 1750 Pacific standard time, a Sikorsky UH-60A, N160AQ, and a U.S. Navy Sikorsky MH-60R, 166583, were substantially damaged when they were involved in a mid-air accident near San Diego, California. There were no injuries to the two pilots in the UH-60, or the two pilots and one non-flying crewmember in the MH-60R. The UH-60 was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 training flight. The MH-60R was operated as an Armed Forces public use flight.
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Dec
09
2024
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On November 18, 2022, about 1027 Pacific standard time, a Cessna 172M, N88E, and a Robinson R44, N4050P, collided over runway 30R at North Las Vegas Airport (VGT), Las Vegas, Nevada. The flight instructor and student pilot on board the Cessna and the student pilot on board the Robinson were not injured. Both aircraft were operated under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as instructional flights.
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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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