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Oct
28
2024
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MESA, ARIZONA, October 29, 2024 – MD Helicopters is proud to announce the successful completion of the first MD 500E to MD 530F conversion, carried out at an MD Authorized Service Center, Thoroughbred Aviation in Lexington, KY. This significant milestone reflects the strength of the MD Authorized Service Center network and MD Helicopters’ commitment to fleet upgrades by making it easier and less costly to upgrade your MD aircraft. This upgrade was completed for the Cleveland Police Department, and Thoroughbred is actively conducting the same upgrade on Cleveland’s second MD 500E.
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Oct
29
2024
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Alexandria, VA (October 29, 2024) – Vertical Aviation International (VAI), the leading trade association representing vertical aviation industry, announces significant updates to its bylaws, reflecting the rapid growth and evolution of the sector. The new governance framework ensures that VAI remains an effective voice for the industry, both now and in the future.
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Oct
30
2024
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30 October 2024 – GPMS International, in partnership with Precision Support Services, has announced the delivery of Foresight MX HUMS to Nomad Aviation for their two AS332 Super Pumas.
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Oct
30
2024
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Bradenton, Florida, October 30, 2024 – Trakka USA Defence, a Service-Disabled Veteran-Owned Small Business (SDVOSB) based in Bradenton, Florida, is proud to announce the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with Asian Aerospace in the Philippines. This MOU marks the beginning of a strategic partnership to establish in-country assembly and production of TrakkaCam TC-300 and TC-300M series electro-optical/infrared (EO/IR) camera systems, as well as local maintenance capabilities for these cutting-edge systems.
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Oct
30
2024
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The H130 helicopter marks a significant milestone with the integration of a new autopilot system. This technological innovation redefines the flight experience, offering a multitude of benefits for both pilots and operators.
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Airbus
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Oct
30
2024
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Columbia Helicopters (CHI), the world’s premier tandem rotor helicopter OEM, MRO, and operator, today announced the appointment of Chris Vandersteen as Chief Financial Officer (CFO).
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Oct
30
2024
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STRATFORD, Conn., Oct. 29, 2024 –The U.S. Government has awarded Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE: LMT), a Foreign Military Sale contract to provide 35 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters to Greece. The deal includes 35 aircraft for the Hellenic Army as well as personnel training, training equipment and an initial provisioning package, which will significantly improve self-defense and bolster interoperability within the nation and with NATO allies.
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Nov
01
2024
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(BOSTON, MA – October 31, 2024)– Boston MedFlight (BMF), a nonprofit critical care transport service, has announced the purchase of the evolutionary E3 Night Vision Goggles (NVGs) from Aviation Specialties Unlimited, Inc. (ASU). This investment is part of Boston MedFlight’s ongoing commitment to improving the safety and well-being of its pilots and clinical team while providing top-level care for critically ill or injured patients.
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Nov
01
2024
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Vigo, Spain, 01 November 2024 – CENTUM will launch the next generation of its Lifeseeker airborne phone location system at European Rotors 2024 in Amsterdam next week. The latest features and enhancements will make it easier and faster for Search and Rescue teams to find casualties in even the most challenging terrain.
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Nov
04
2024
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Pittstown, PA / Fargo, ND — QAI Aviation and Spectrum Aeromed are pleased to announce their collaboration on a new custom air medical interior for Life Flight Network’s EC135 helicopter. The project combines Spectrum Aeromed’s expertise in designing advanced medical interior solutions with QAI Aviation managing the installation, paint, and avionics integration, resulting in a turnkey aircraft ready for critical care missions.
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Oct
30
2024
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Mirabel, Canada (October 30, 2024) – Bell Textron Canada Limited, a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, has announced a donation of 1,800 aircraft components, valued at 6.2 million dollars CAD and including machined parts, sheet metal, acrylic plastics, electrical and mechanical parts, and hardware to the Saskatchewan Indian Institute of Technologies (SIIT).
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Nov
04
2024
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AIRCRAFT CRASHED UNDER UNKNOWN CIRCUMSTANCES AND POST CRASH FIRE, IOWA, LA.
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Nov
04
2024
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Amsterdam, 4th November 2024 — Blueberry Aviation, the leading Helicopter sales specialist is pleased to announce the successful completion of 30 helicopter transactions to date, including six high-profile AW139s. This achievement underscores the company’s commitment to delivering solutions to its customers and strengthening its position in the market.
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Nov
04
2024
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SUSONO, Japan & SANTA CRUZ, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Toyota Motor Corporation (Toyota; NYSE: TM) and Joby Aviation, Inc. (Joby; NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today announced the completion of Joby’s first international exhibition flight which took place at Toyota’s Higashi-Fuji Technical Center in Shizuoka, Japan earlier this week.
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Nov
04
2024
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Fort Erie, Canada, 4 November 2024 – Airbus Helicopters has signed a landmark contract with SkyAlyne, a joint venture between Canadian defence leaders CAE and KF Aerospace, to provide the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) with 19 Airbus H135 helicopters to train the next generation of RCAF Pilots. The contract is part of Canada’s Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program and marks the first time that Airbus helicopters will fly as part of the Canadian Armed Forces.
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Nov
04
2024
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Amsterdam, Netherlands – 4 November, 2024: TracPlus has been selected by Avincis, Europe's leading provider of emergency aerial services, to deliver operational intelligence and tracking across their fleet of around 220 aircraft. The partnership, announced today ahead of European Rotors in Amsterdam, will bring together all aspects of Avincis' operations - from Emergency Medical Services to Search and Rescue and Aerial Firefighting - across their 180 bases onto one coordinated management platform.
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Nov
04
2024
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Fort Worth, TX (November 4, 2024) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the signed purchase agreement for the sale of a second Bell 505 to the Fort Worth Police Department.
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Nov
05
2024
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Entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD, and FFS flight simulators, has announced the sale of its first Full Flight Simulator (FFS) Level B to the Italian-based operator Air Corporate. The simulator, based on the AW139 model, will be installed in 2026 and is designed to deliver a comprehensive training solution that covers all mission profiles, from firefighting to offshore transport. This new achievement strengthens Entrol’s position as a key provider of cutting-edge simulation technology in the aviation industry.
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Nov
05
2024
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Paris, 5 November 2024 - The Dutch Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract to Airbus Helicopters for 12 H225Ms. The contract also includes an initial batch of support and services. The agreement was signed by Vice-Admiral Jan Willem Hartman, Head of the Netherlands Command Materiel and IT (COMMIT) agency, and Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters during the Euronaval trade show in Paris.
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Nov
05
2024
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At this year's Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC), Leonardo and Intermountain Health, Utah's largest healthcare system and a pioneer in innovative healthcare solutions, announced two significant milestones, Intermountain’ s lease of the first AW109 GrandNew Enhanced Training Device Virtual Extended Reality (ETD VxR) to a customer and the acquisition of an AW109 GrandNew twin-engine helicopter.
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Nov
05
2024
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Rome, 05 November 2024 – The Italian National Fire Corps (Vigili del Fuoco, part of the Ministry of the Interior) will introduce eight AW139 intermediate twin-engine helicopters in a special configuration dedicated to mountain operations and firefighting. These aircraft, which will add to an existing fleet of 28 AW139s, are expected to be delivered starting before the end of 2025, with handover completion before mid-2026, providing a further boost to mountain rescue operations and countering fire across the country.
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Nov
05
2024
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Entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD, and FFS flight simulators, has announced a new milestone with the development of its latest simulator based on the AW169, a modern twin-engine helicopter renowned for its versatility in life-saving missions, including air ambulance, law enforcement, offshore, and executive transport. This new simulator is set to be completed by 2025, reinforcing Entrol’s position as a pioneer in the simulation industry.
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Nov
05
2024
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Salt Lake City, Utah, 5 November 2024 – Global Medical Response (GMR) has placed an order for 28 Airbus helicopters, including six H125s, five H130s, 14 H135s and three H145s, as it continues expanding its air medical fleet. Following GMR’s order of five Airbus helicopters earlier in 2024, the company will operate a fleet of nearly 200 Airbus helicopters, reinforcing its position as one of the largest operators of Airbus helicopters in North America.
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Nov
05
2024
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Amsterdam (November 5, 2024) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today a signed purchase agreement for the 100th Bell 505 in Europe to be delivered to private operator, Adam Fawsitt. This sale is one of four Bell 505 purchase agreements signed at European Rotors 2024, all for private operators based in the United Kingdom.
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Nov
05
2024
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Metro Aviation, the world’s largest family-owned, traditional air medical operator, has placed a deposit-backed order for up to 20 electric vertical takeoff and landing ALIA VTOL aircraft manufactured by electric aerospace company, BETA Technologies. Metro plans to integrate BETA’s ALIA VTOL into its existing network of air medical operations, to ultimately carry out both inter-hospital and scene transports.
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Nov
05
2024
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FARGO, ND USA — Spectrum Aeromed is pleased to announce that Fargo Jet Center (FJC) has been named an Authorized Installation Center for its advanced air medical equipment and solutions. This official designation builds on a successful partnership spanning many years, further expanding the collaboration between the two companies to ensure customers receive certified, high-quality installation and support services for a variety of fixed-wing aircraft platforms.
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Nov
05
2024
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São Paulo, Brazil. – Nov. 4th, 2024 – Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) (NYSE: EVEX; EVEXW), Revo, an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) platform in Brazil, and its parent company, Omni Helicopters International Group (OHI), announced the conclusion of an urban air traffic simulation in São Paulo as part of a strategic partnership to develop the AAM ecosystem in the city.
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Nov
05
2024
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Signia Aerospace, a portfolio company of Arcline Investment Management, today announced it has completed the acquisition of the Goodrich Hoist & Winch business, an industry leader in the design and manufacture of helicopter rescue hoists and aircraft cargo winches, from Collins Aerospace, an RTX Corporation business. The company will be rebranded as Onboard Systems Hoist & Winch and will operate within Signia’s Mission Systems business unit alongside brand namesake Onboard Systems International, Lifesaving Systems, and Meeker Aviation.
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Goodrich Hoist & Winch
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Nov
06
2024
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Salt Lake City, Utah (November 5, 2024) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the signed purchase agreement for the sale of fifteen Bell 407GXis outfitted with IFR configuration kits to Global Medical Response with an option to purchase nine additional aircraft, bringing its total fleet to 250 Bell helicopters.
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Bell 407GXi
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Nov
06
2024
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European Rotors, Amsterdam, 06 November 2024 – CENTUM, the specialist in airborne cellular signal intelligence and communications, has today launched its new brand identity, marking a pivotal step in its strategy to enhance its leadership in the global aeronautical mission systems market.
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