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Oct
22
2024
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Washington, D.C. (October 22, 2024) –The US Helicopter Safety Team (USHST) is on the cusp of launching a Peer Pilot Program, aimed at providing helicopter pilots and crewmembers a safe and confidential space to navigate personal challenges. This volunteer-driven initiative offers free peer support, creating an environment where aviation professionals can find guidance and support from those who understand the unique stresses of their profession.
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Oct
22
2024
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GREENWOOD VILLAGE, CO, Oct. 16, 2024 – Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, is proud to announce its submission of a declaration of compliance with the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the Safety Management System (SMS) under 14 CFR Part 5. This compliance, which applies to both Part 91 and Part 135 operations, makes Air Methods one of the first air medical providers to meet the same level of rigorous standards applied to airlines.
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Oct
22
2024
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Richmond, B.C. (October 22, 2024): Online charter flight booking service Airble is excited to announce its new partnership with Helijet International Inc. to offer even more non-stop travel choices for private charter passengers seeking to fly in comfort and convenience.
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Oct
22
2024
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Enstrom Helicopter Corporation took part in a friendly welding competition on October 9, with all proceeds going to benefit Northeast Wisconsin Technical College. As part of the first ever “Welding Rodeo,” five professional teams and two high school teams were given eight hours to create a welded sculpture on the NWTC Marinette campus.
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Oct
23
2024
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Las Vegas, NV (October 22, 2024) – The FAA has issued a final rule for the qualifications, training, and operational requirements for pilots and instructors flying powered-lift aircraft, which combine characteristics of airplanes and helicopters. This rule is a key step toward advanced air mobility (AAM) operations, which include air taxis and cargo delivery, becoming a reality in the US National Airspace System.
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Oct
23
2024
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McKinney, Texas, October 22, 2024 - Adventure Pilot, a leading provider of electronic flight bag (EFB) applications, is pleased to announce the integration of SayWeather, a cutting-edge automated weather reporting system, into its iFly EFB platform. This collaboration aims to provide pilots with enhanced situational awareness and comprehensive weather information, further promoting safety and efficiency in flight operations.
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Oct
23
2024
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Tuesday, October 22, 2024 - WASHINGTON - The Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) is ready for powered lift, which will be the first completely new category of civil aircraft since helicopters were introduced in the 1940s. Powered lift operations include air taxis, cargo delivery and a variety of operations within urban and rural areas.
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Oct
23
2024
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AIRCRAFT MADE AN EMERGENCY LANDING IN THE PARKING LOT AT COLLEGE OF SOUTHERN NEVADA, HENDERSON, NV.
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Oct
23
2024
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Torrance, CA – October 22, 2024 – The late Frank Robinson, founder of Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), will be inducted into the National Aviation Hall of Fame. Remembered for the design, certification, and manufacture of the R22, R44, and R66 model helicopters, this honor recognizes Robinson’s contributions to the aviation industry and the legacy he has left behind.
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Oct
23
2024
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“It is the rural producer who feeds the world,” said Anderson Gorgen during an interview with Bell. “Our mission is to produce quality food as efficiently as possible, so that people can have access to healthier food at a lower cost. While this is our role in agriculture, it is a long journey from production to arriving on your table. Our Bell 505 helps us to make that possible.”
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Oct
23
2024
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Las Vegas, NV – Wednesday, October 23, 2024 -- With eVTOLs on the cusp of taking off commercially in the coming years, GE Aerospace is partnering with Lilium, a leading electric aircraft manufacturer and pioneer in Regional Air Mobility (RAM), to build a solid safety foundation for this exciting new mode of travel. The two companies are bringing together their respective flight data and analytics platforms to build scalable flight data management solutions that inform the right safety standards and guidelines for eVTOL operators.
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Oct
23
2024
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Barcelona, Spain — Oct. 22, 2024 — Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) (NYSE: EVEX; EVEXW) announced today at the MRO Europe in Barcelona the launch of its fully integrated aftermarket services portfolio for efficient and safe Urban Air Mobility (UAM) operations. Eve TechCare is a pioneer all-in-one suite of solutions designed to streamline electric vertical take-off and landing aircraft (eVTOL) operations by providing the industry’s most comprehensive services, expert customer support, and cutting-edge operational solutions.
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Oct
24
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 is hosting aviation regulators from around the world at the Company’s manufacturing and flight testing facilities in Marina, California, as part of ongoing international certification efforts.
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Oct
24
2024
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BOSTON, October 22, 2024 ― Teledyne FLIR Defense, part of Teledyne Technologies Incorporated (NYSE:TDY), has won a five-year contract worth up to $91 million to provide its Black Hornet® 4 Personal Reconnaissance Systems to the United States Army. The advanced nano-unmanned aerial systems (UAS) are being acquired under the Soldier Borne Sensor (SBS) program, Phase II.
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Oct
22
2024
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Santa Cruz, CA, October 22, 2024, Oct 22, 2024 — Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing electric air taxis for commercial passenger service, today welcomed the release of new rules designed to enable the operation of Joby’s revolutionary aircraft in the United States.
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Oct
25
2024
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BLOOMFIELD, Conn.– (October 24, 2024) – Today Kaman announced that its subsidiary Kamatics Corporation (“Kamatics”) has entered into an exclusive teaming agreement with Rotorcraft Repair and Manufacturing (RRM) to collaborate on the marketing and sale of RRM’s Dragon Skin Extreme (DSX) blade erosion and corrosion protective coating product to aerospace industry customers.
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Oct
28
2024
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AIRCRAFT CRASHED ON TAKEOFF FROM RAM UNDER UNKNOWN CIRCUMSTANCES AND STRUCK A PARKED AIRCRAFT.
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Oct
28
2024
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AIRCRAFT STRUCK A FLOCK OF BIRDS RESULTING IN ENGINE FAILURE AND LANDED OFF FIELD.
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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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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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