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Zurich / Santa Monica – AUG 21, 2025 – Loft Dynamics, the global leader in virtual reality (VR) flight training, has raised a $24 million (USD) Series B funding round led by The Friedkin Group, with participation from Alaska Airlines and existing shareholders Sky Dayton and Craft Ventures, as well as UP.Partners. The round brings Loft Dynamics’ total funding to $48 million (USD) and marks a major step forward in expanding its commercial airline offerings while continuing to grow its core helicopter business.
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Aug
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AIRCRAFT FLEW INTO AIRPORT LIGHT POLE AND CRASHED INTO THE GROUND, BURLINGTON, WA
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MANILA, Philippines, August 18, 2025 – Lockheed Martin today announced the delivery of five new Black Hawk® helicopters to the Philippine Air Force. This milestone contributes to the ongoing modernization of the country’s defense capabilities and reinforces its position as a key member of the global fleet of Black Hawk operators.
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TORRANCE, CA – August 19, 2025 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world's leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, now offers a new Trade-In Program for current Robinson helicopter owners, designed to make it simpler and even more affordable to move into an all-new aircraft. Customers can work with their local dealer to trade in their current R22 Beta II, R44 Cadet, R44 Raven I, R44 Raven II, or R66 for credit toward the purchase of a brand-new Robinson helicopter.
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21
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BOWLING GREEN, Kentucky, August 20, 2025 Recoil Aerospace Inc. (Recoil), designer of the world’s most advanced carbon fiber liquid handling tanks and aerial fire suppression systems (AFSS), recently supported a U.S. military field exercise evaluating a key product.
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21
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Berg, Germany, August 14, 2025 - Reiser Simulation and Training GmbH (REISER) is proud to announce the successful qualification of the latest avionics suite update, which depicts the Airbus Helicopters Helionix V10, by the Austrian aviation authority Austro Control in accordance with EASA regulations without any critical findings.
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21
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PILOT WAS OUTSIDE OF THE HELICOPTER WHEN THE LONG LINE BECAME ENTANGLED IN THE ROTOR AND IT ROLLED DOWN THE MOUNTAIN, SKWENTNA, AK.
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21
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Orlando, Fla., August 21, 2025 – The U.S. Army has awarded Lockheed Martin a $720 million contract for the production of Joint Air-to-Ground Missiles (JAGM) and HELLFIRE missiles, marking the fourth and final follow-on award as part of its current multiple-year contract. This contract will provide critical procurement and production support for the U.S. Army, U.S. Navy and international customers, further solidifying Lockheed Martin's position as a leading provider of multi-domain missile systems.
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21
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STRATFORD, Conn., Aug. 20, 2025 – Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE: LMT) today announced a new U.S. Army contract that will fund Black Hawk® modernization engineering efforts. The initial $43 million contract award will focus on foundational capabilities for modernization: enhancement of the airframe and inclusion of a digital backbone capability to allow for rapid unmanned aerial systems (UAS) integration. The award also includes development of requirements and architecture using model-based systems engineering (MBSE).
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21
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August 21, 2025, Dallas, TEXAS) Dallas Avionics conducted a unique learning experience for students this week in Seguin, Texas, while partnering with Texas Parks and Wildlife and Friedens Early Learning Center. Students were able to interact with aircraft, ask pilots questions, and learned about the many operations helicopter pilots can perform.
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Aug
25
2025
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The Whirly-Girls Scholarship Fund, Inc. is proud to announce the opening of the 2026 scholarship season. Over the last few years, the organization has been growing and expanding not only to provide deserving female aviators but also maintainers from across the globe with over $550,000 worth of helicopter flight training, maintenance training and educational scholarships. These scholarships advance the helicopter industry by strengthening the talent pool and increasing diversity. Applications are now open so get excited and start applying!
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25
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AIRCRAFT TIPPED OVER ON ITS SIDE FROM A GUST OF WIND, CASEVILLE, MI
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25
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AIRCRAFT WHILE LIFTING OFF AT MENDENHALL GLACIER IT DUG INTO THE WET SNOW, JUNEAU, AK
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26
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Redlands, CA – August 25, 2025 – High Performance Helicopters (HP Helicopters) celebrates its 20th anniversary, marking two decades of exceptional service in the helicopter industry. Since its founding in 2005, the company has grown from a specialized aviation services provider to a nationally recognized leader in complex helicopter operations, distinguished by its modern fleet, mobile maintenance capabilities, and unwavering commitment to safety.
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27
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Grimstad, Norway and Colorado, USA – August 27, 2025 — Axnes, AS, a leading global provider of wireless communication solutions, announced today Precision’s successful integration of the Axnes PNG Wireless Intercom System (WICS) into multiple AS332 L1 Super Puma helicopters, marking a significant advancement for their aerial mission capability and crew safety. These aircraft are now fully equipped to support United States Forest Service (USFS) contracts, offering unmatched initial attack capability. The Super Puma is a modern multi-mission helicopter providing fire agencies with; bucket and tank water-dropping, passenger transport, initial attack rappel, and internal and external cargo resupply missions.
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Aug
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2025
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Grimstad, Norway and Colorado, USA – August 27, 2025 — Axnes, AS, a leading global provider of wireless communication solutions, announced today Precision’s successful integration of the Axnes PNG Wireless Intercom System (WICS) into multiple AS332 L1 Super Puma helicopters, marking a significant advancement for their aerial mission capability and crew safety. These aircraft are now fully equipped to support United States Forest Service (USFS) contracts, offering unmatched initial attack capability. The Super Puma is a modern multi-mission helicopter providing fire agencies with; bucket and tank water-dropping, passenger transport, initial attack rappel, and internal and external cargo resupply missions.
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TORRANCE, CA – August 28, 2025 – Today, Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world's leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, celebrates the 50th anniversary of the R22 helicopter’s first flight. Robinson Helicopter started with the R22, the two-seat light utility helicopter that first took flight in 1975 and received FAA certification in 1979. Video footage of the first flight can be found here.
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