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May
22
2025
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At EBACE 2025 (Geneva, 20-22 May) Universal Vulkaan Aviation Pte Limited (UVA), Leonardo’s authorized distributor for the Indian civil helicopter market, signed a contract for two AW169 light-intermediate twin-engine helicopters. The aircraft will be configured for VIP/Corporate transport, further consolidating Leonardo’s leadership in the global VIP multiengine helicopter segment and expanding the AW169’s footprint in India.
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May
22
2025
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Fort Worth, TX (May 20, 2025) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, joined the U.S. Army Program Manager FLRAA office and members of Team FLRAA in support of a program status update and demonstration of the FLRAA Virtual Prototype.
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May
22
2025
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Langkawi, Malaysia, 20 May 2025 – Airbus is reinforcing its commitment to aviation safety with the expansion of the Airbus Helicopters Training Academy in Malaysia, and the addition of a third full-flight simulator (FFS) in Subang, Malaysia. Set to be operational in the second half of 2026, this investment will support the growing training needs in the region, demonstrating Airbus’ commitment to customer proximity.
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May
22
2025
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Leonardo’s long established regional helicopter distributor for UK and Ireland Sloane Helicopters (Sloane) announced the signing for three more AW109 Trekker light twin engine helicopters at EBACE 2025 (Geneva, 20-22 May). The delivery of these VIP-configured aircraft are expected to be carried out in 2027 and add to five AW109 GrandNews ordered in March this year.
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May
22
2025
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May 20, 2025 - Houston, USA - Wow Drone, a newly developed digital marketplace to connect drone pilots and service providers with drone services customers, invites early bird followers to join the platform. Early adopters will benefit from reduced transaction fees and an opportunity to suggest changes of the platform ad hoc.
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May
22
2025
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VISTA, California – May 21, 2025: Nighthawk Flight Systems, Inc., a leader in advanced federated avionics instruments and displays, is pleased to welcome Randy Jones as Vice President of Sales and Marketing. Jones brings more than 30 years of aerospace and defense sales, marketing, and business development experience to Nighthawk. In this key position, he will be responsible for developing customer, dealer, and aircraft OEM relationships, building sales, and driving business growth.
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Randy Jones
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May
22
2025
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ALICANTE, Spain – May 22, 2025: Avincis, Europe’s leading provider of emergency aerial services, has been awarded new wildfire response contracts by Spain’s Ministry for the Ecological Transition and the Demographic Challenge (MITECO) and the regional government of Castilla-La Mancha.
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May
23
2025
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WILMINGTON, MA. & WICHITA, KS – May 20, 2025 – Today, at AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025, the premier event for autonomy and uncrewed systems, Ascent AeroSystems, a global leader in the design and manufacture of rugged, compact, high-performance unmanned aerial systems, and AgEagle (NYSE: UAVS), a leading provider of best-in-class unmanned aerial systems (UAS) and sensors for military, public safety, and commercial use, a announce a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to integrate the AgEagle RedEdge-P multispectral camera with the high-performance Ascent AeroSystems Spirit coaxial unmanned aerial vehicle (UAV).
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May
23
2025
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WILMINGTON, Mass. – May 21, 2025 – At AUVSI XPONENTIAL 2025, the premier event for autonomy and uncrewed systems, Ascent AeroSystems, a global leader in the design and manufacture of rugged, compact, high-performance unmanned aerial systems, and Gremsy, a leading provider of advanced gimbals and payloads, announce a memorandum of understanding (MoU) to explore sensor integration and development opportunities that leverage the complementary capabilities of both companies.
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May
26
2025
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Entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD, and FFS flight simulators,announces the sale and upcoming delivery of an S-64 FTD Level 6 simulator to the Korea Forest Aviation Headquarters. Scheduled for installation before the end of 2026, this state-of-the-art simulator represents a significant technological and operational leap in the training of one of the world’s most complex and specialized helicopters, primarily used in firefighting operations.
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May
26
2025
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SPRING, Texas, May 25, 2025 A longstanding aircraft completion and MRO services leader has announced a major facility expansion in Texas.
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May
27
2025
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Madrid, May 2025 – CENTUM and Avincis are proud to announce a strategic partnership in the framework of the newly awarded contract to Avincis as the helicopter service provider for Sasemar (the Spanish Maritime Safety and Rescue Agency). This collaboration marks a significant milestone in advancing the technological capabilities of Avincis’ fleet, with the integration of CENTUM’s Lifeseeker system, designed to detect and locate mobile phones in emergency scenarios.
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May
27
2025
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AIRCRAFT CRASHED UNDER UNKNOWN CIRCUMSTANCES, PAMPA, TX
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May
27
2025
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LONDON - May 27, 2025 – TracPlus, a global leader in mission-critical intelligence for aerial firefighting, today announced the opening of a new office in London, marking its first permanent presence in Europe. The move reflects TracPlus’s continued global growth and deepening support for customers across wildfire-prone regions worldwide.
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May
29
2025
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Albacete, 29 May 2025 – Airbus Helicopters has officially delivered the first two NH90 Tactical Transport Helicopters (MSPT for Multi-Role Support Transport) to the Spanish Navy from its Albacete facility. These two helicopters are the first of seven navalised NH90s acquired as part of the second batch of Spain’s NH90 programme, which totals 23 aircraft.
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Jun
02
2025
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REDSTONE ARSENAL, Ala. — The U.S. Army has officially designated MV-75 as the mission design series for its Future Long Range Assault Aircraft, a key modernization effort aimed at fielding the next generation of vertical lift tactical assault and utility aircraft for the Army and U.S. Special Operations Command.
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Jun
03
2025
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SANTA CRUZ, Calif. & JEDDAH, Saudi Arabia--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Abdul Latif Jameel, an 80 year-old network of diversified businesses, and Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE: JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, are announcing the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore opportunities to establish a distribution agreement in Saudi Arabia for Joby’s electric aircraft. This announcement builds upon the renewed economic partnership between the U.S. administration and the Saudi government towards shared innovation and transportation growth. Potential delivery of up to 200 Joby aircraft and related services valued at approximately $1 billion are expected by the businesses over the coming years. In the long-term, Abdul Latif Jameel and Joby also see potential revenue opportunities across the Middle East.
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Jun
04
2025
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TORRANCE, CA – June 3, 2025 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, has received FAA approval to install the Garmin GFC 600H Helicopter Flight Control System (HFCS) on all future Robinson R66 helicopters, now standard moving forward. This change marks an advancement in R66 avionics, by introducing a cost-effective digital flight control solution made to increase both ease of operation and safety of the R66. Key features and benefits include:
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Jun
04
2025
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SANTA CLARA, Calif., June 2, 2025– Today, Archer (NYSE: ACHR) announced it has begun the next phase of Midnight’s flight test program showcasing piloted flight. This phase builds on years of safe, autonomous flight testing across its various aircraft platforms, which validated its proprietary 12 tilt-6 VTOL configuration. Midnight cruised at speeds up to 125 mph and reached a maximum altitude of over 1,500 feet above ground level during the flight.
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Jun
04
2025
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DECLARED AN EMERGENCY DUE TO AN ENGINE ISSUE AND LANDED IN A FIELD 1 W ARA ARPT
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Jun
04
2025
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AIRCRAFT DURING ENGINE START-UP, ROTOR BLADE STRUCK THE WINDSOCK, LONGMONT, CO
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Jun
05
2025
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AIRCRAFT CRASHED UNDER UNKNOWN CIRCUMSTANCES, DEADHORSE, AK.
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Jun
06
2025
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LISBOA, Portugal – June 5th, 2025: Avincis has today taken delivery of two five-bladed H145 helicopters from Airbus at its production facility in Donauwörth, Germany. These aircraft are destined for Stockholm, where they will reinforce Avincis’ existing Helicopter Emergency Medical Services (HEMS) fleet operating in Sweden. These latest additions mark a continuation of Avincis’ investment in advanced, mission-ready aircraft across its global network.
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Jun
06
2025
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Alexandria, Virginia (Jun. 5, 2025) – Vertical Aviation International (VAI) yesterday provided testimony to the US House Subcommittee on Aviation during the hearing titled “FAA Reauthorization Act of 2024: Stakeholder Perspectives on Implementation One Year Later.” The association called for the prompt implementation of rules to support low-altitude IFR operations for rotorcraft and powered-lift aircraft—both to enhance safety and to prepare for the integration of next-generation vertical flight aircraft.
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Jun
06
2025
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MESA, AZ, June 5, 2025 — As the U.S. Army advances its vision for Flight School Next, MD Helicopters proudly puts forward the MD 530F as a purpose-built, combat-relevant training aircraft that directly reflects the mission demands of Army Aviation. Designed, built, and supported in America, the MD 530F is not simply a commercial adaptation—it’s a military training platform born from decades of experience and built for the battlefield environments of tomorrow.
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Jun
10
2025
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LE BOURGET, PARIS, June 9, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Boeing [NYSE: BA] will focus on advancing innovation, partnerships and collaboration at the 2025 Paris Air Show.
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Jun
10
2025
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AIRCRAFT ENCOUNTERED SEVERE TURBULENCE INJURYING A FLIGHT ATTENDANT, PHILADELPHIA, PA.
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Jun
10
2025
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AIRCRAFT REPORTED VIBRATIONS AND MADE AN EMERGENCY LANDING IN A FIELD, MILLERTON, CA.
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Jun
17
2025
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Zurich, Switzerland - SwissDrones, a leading provider of advanced aerial intelligence solutions and long-range unmanned helicopter systems, announced its first hardware contract with leading US-based energy company, Southern Company. This sale further accelerates SwissDrones’ expansion into North America.
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Jun
11
2025
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Tokyo, Japan (June 10, 2025) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced that Shin-Nihon Helicopters has signed a purchase agreement for its first two Bell 429 helicopters, further expanding the largest Bell fleet in Japan.
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