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Apr
15
2025

FAA Accident Report: CHINO, CA

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AIRCRAFT GROUND LOOPED ON LANDING, CHINO, CA.

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Apr
16
2025

FAA Accident Report: AMBOY, WA

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AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED ENGINE ISSUES AND PERFORMED AN AUTOROTATION LANDING HARD, AMBOY, WA

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Apr
17
2025

SKYTRAC Announces New Real-Time HUMS Solution for the Sikorsky S-92® Helicopter

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KELOWNA, BRITISH COLUMBIA, CANADA,  April 16, 2025  – SKYTRAC Systems Ltd (SKYTRAC), a global leader in satellite communications (satcom) and intelligent connectivity solutions, and Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, today announced an agreement regarding the development of a next-generation real-time health and usage monitoring system (HUMS) for the S-92® helicopter.

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Tags: Lockheed Martin S-92 Sikorksky SKYTRAC
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Apr
17
2025

HELICOPTER DELIVERY TO UKRAINE COMPLETE | OTHER AVIATION COMPANIES CHALLENGED TO DONATE ADDITIONAL AIRCRAFT FOR UKRAINIAN RELIEF EFFORTS

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Richmond, B.C. (April 15, 2025): The fully operational, medically equipped Sikorsky S-76A helicopter Helijet recently donated from its fleet for medical airlift use in Ukraine has arrived safely. Ukrainian engineers trained by Helijet in the aircraft’s service and maintenance procedures have received the packaged helicopter for reassembly and testing before pressing it into service.

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Tags: Helijet Maple Hope Foundation Ukraine Ukrainian World Congress
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Apr
17
2025

FAA Accident Report: UKIAH, CA

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AIRCRAFT STRUCK A BIRD CRACKING THE WINDSHIELD, UKIAH, CA.

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Apr
17
2025

FAA Accident Report: FARGO, ND

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AIRCRAFT STRUCK A BIRD DAMAGING THE WINDSHIELD, FARGO, ND.

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Apr
18
2025

Coulson Aviation and BCAC Launch Scholarship to Support Aviation Education and Career Growth

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Port Alberni, British Columbia – April 17, 2025: Coulson Aviation, a global leader in aerial firefighting, is proud to partner with the British Columbia Aviation Council (BCAC) to introduce the Coulson Aviation Aircraft Maintenance Engineer - Structures (AME-S) Scholarship. This $54,000 CAD scholarship package covers tuition, hybrid apprenticeship training, and essential tools, ensuring recipients receive unparalleled support in their journey to becoming fully licensed AME-S professionals.

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Apr
21
2025

FAA Accident Report: PHOENIX, AZ

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AIRCRAFT MADE A PRECAUTIONARY LANDING 13 MILES SOUTHEAST OF KIWA FOR AN ANNUNCIATOR INDICATION.

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Apr
21
2025

NTSB Final Report: Balch Camp, CA

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On September 10, 2023, about 1345 Pacific daylight time, a Bell 212 helicopter, N873HL, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Balch Camp, California. The pilot was seriously injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 133 firefighting flight.On September 10, 2023, about 1345 Pacific daylight time, a Bell 212 helicopter, N873HL, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Balch Camp, California. The pilot was seriously injured. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 133 firefighting flight.

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Apr
21
2025

UAVOS AI Software Reduces Inspection Reporting Time by 70%

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UAVOS, a developer of unmanned aerial technologies and software solutions, tested its new AI-powered software platform designed to automatically analyze, interpret, and manage large volumes of drone inspection data. The AI Report Generator solution addresses a critical industry need to convert massive drone-collected imagery into fast, actionable intelligence - without manual review.  UAVOS’ new software solution has been leveraged in the projects and reduced inspection-to-report turnaround time by over 70%. 

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Apr
22
2025

Entrol strengthens its presence in Oceania with the sale of a H145 FNPT II MCC simulator to Search and Rescue Services Limited (SRSL)

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Madrid, April 22nd, 2025 - Entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD, and FFS flight simulators, has announced the sale of a H145 FNPT II MCC simulator to Search and Rescue Services Limited (SRSL), a prominent provider of emergency services in New Zealand. The simulator, which will be installed in Q4 2025, marks another step in Entrol’s ongoing expansion into the Oceania region, following the success of previous projects.

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Apr
22
2025

PRECISION AVIATION GROUP (PAG) ANNOUNCES PETER FARLEY AS CHIEF LEGAL OFFICER

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Atlanta, Georgia – April 22, 2025 – Precision Aviation Group, Inc. (PAG), a global leader in aerospace and defense products and value-added services, is pleased to announce the appointment of Peter N. Farley as Chief Legal Officer (CLO). In this capacity, Farley will oversee all legal and compliance matters across PAG’s worldwide operations.​

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Apr
23
2025

Rotorcraft Safety Roundtable Media Readout

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The tragic January 29 midair collision near Reagan Washington National Airport exposed hazards from the mix of helicopters and fixed-winged aircraft in the surrounding airspace. We took swift action by permanently restricting non-essential helicopter operations and eliminating helicopter and fixed-wing mixed traffic around the airport. 

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Apr
23
2025

NHV Introduces SAF for Offshore Operations in Cooperation with Vestas

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Esbjerg, 23rd April 2025 - Helicopter operator NHV Group and wind turbine manufacturer Vestas are collaborating with the aim of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions from helicopter operations. Starting in April, flights from NHV group departing from Esbjerg Airport will be fully integrating Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) whenever possible.

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Apr
24
2025

New Airbus H160/H175 simulators for Brazil

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Athens, 24 April 2025 – Airbus has committed to providing full flight H160/H175 simulators for training in Brazil in 2028. The simulators will support the training needs for the growing energy sector in Latin America, demonstrating Airbus’ commitment to customer proximity and aviation safety.

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Apr
24
2025

Avincis records 29 air ambulance landings in first month at renovated Santa Maria Hospital heliport

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LISBOA, Portugal, April 24th 2025 – Avincis emergency medical helicopters, operating air ambulance missions for INEM, made 29 landings at Lisboa’s Santa Maria Hospital in the first month of operation of its newly-renovated heliport, which has been closed since 2020.

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Apr
25
2025

VAI Responds to NYC Council Vote to Severely Restrict Helicopter Operations

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Alexandria, VA (Apr. 24, 2025) -- In a move that Vertical Aviation International (VAI) strongly opposes, the New York City Council today passed Int. 0026-A, legislation that severely restricts nonessential helicopter operations at city-managed heliports and will ultimately prohibit all but fully electric-powered aircraft.

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Apr
25
2025

Archer Secures Design Approval For UAE’s First Hybrid Heliport, Paving The Way For Commercial Air Taxi Service In Abu Dhabi

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ABU DHABI, United Arab Emirates -  April 23, 2025 – The General Civil Aviation Agency (GCAA) has approved the design for the planned transformation of an Abu Dhabi Cruise Terminal helipad into a hybrid heliport for both helicopter and eVTOL aircraft operations. 

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Apr
25
2025

Sikorsky and Bristow Sign Long-Term Agreement Supporting World’s Largest S-92® Helicopter Fleet

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STRATFORD, Conn., April 24, 2025 – Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE: LMT), and Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL), the global leader in innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions, today announced a long-term agreement to provide enhanced support for Bristow's S-92® helicopter fleet.

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Apr
28
2025

VAI Applauds FAA Decision on Improvement to Medical Certification

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Alexandria, VA (Apr. 28, 2025) -- Vertical Aviation International (VAI) commends the FAA for its decision to halt implementation of a controversial policy that would have classified pilots’ incomplete medical certification applications as denied, the same category occupied by pilots who have been evaluated as unfit to fly.

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Apr
28
2025

Bell Boeing Celebrate U.S. Air Force CV-22 Program of Record

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Amarillo, TEXAS (April 28, 2025) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, and Boeing [NYSE: BA] celebrate the upcoming completion of the CV-22 Program of Record (POR) for the U.S. Air Force. Bell and Boeing commemorated the V-22 Osprey production milestone during a ceremony at the Bell Amarillo Assembly Center on April 18.

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Apr
29
2025

ITALIAN ARMY’S HELICOPTER FLEET MODERNIZATION AND RATIONALIZATION PLAN SETS NEW MILESTONE WITH FIRST UH-169D LUH DELIVERY

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The Italian Army took a step forward in the framework of its comprehensive modernization plan with the delivery of the first UH-169D LUH (Light Utility Helicopter). The handover was carried out during an official ceremony held at the Italian Army Aviation’s Headquarters in Viterbo on 28 April in the presence of military and industry representatives and dignitaries.

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Apr
29
2025

Joby Achieves Testing Landmark with Piloted Aircraft

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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 reached a landmark moment in its aircraft test program, successfully completing flights with a full transition from vertical to cruise flight, and back again, with a pilot onboard.

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Apr
29
2025

Bell Announces Signed Purchase Agreement for First Bell 505 in the Netherlands

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Prague, Czech Republic (April 29, 2025) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the first Bell 505 sale in the Netherlands to Gerrit Verwijs, owner of Verdegro Group, a Dutch public safety infrastructure manufacturer.

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Apr
30
2025

Greece orders eight Airbus H215 helicopters to combat forest fires

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Athens, Greece, 30 April 2025 – Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Hellenic Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection for the purchase of eight H215 helicopters (with an option for two additional aircraft) to support the combat of wildfires in the country following a tender conducted by the Project Preparation Facility of Growthfund (the National Fund of Greece) on behalf of the Ministry. This contract is supported by two European funds and aligns with the Ministry’s Aegis Programme aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the Civil Protection forces. The contract will be based on a “government owned contractor operated” (GO-CO) model for which Airbus Helicopters will be partnering with experienced H215 firefighting operators, Airtelis and SAF Hélicoptères, for the technical and operational support.

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Apr
30
2025

CAL FIRE Partners with TracPlus to Launch CATIS, a Next-Generation Platform for Wildfire Response

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LOS ANGELES, California - April 30, 2025 – TracPlus, a global leader in mission-critical intelligence for aerial firefighting, today announced its strategic partnership with CAL FIRE to launch the CAL FIRE Aviation Tracking and Information System (CATIS)—a next-generation aviation management platform designed to support the agency’s expanding operations and evolving mission needs. Powered by TracPlus’s FireFlyte software, CATIS replaces the agency’s internally developed legacy system with a faster, more flexible, and insight-driven solution.

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Tags: CAL FIRE TracPlus
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Apr
30
2025

FAA Accident Report: Jacksonville, FL

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AIRCRAFT MADE A PRECAUTIONARY LANDING IN A FIELD, JACKSONVILLE, FL

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May
05
2025

Bell Announces Delivery of Two Bell 407GXis to Chicago Police Department

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Fort Worth, Texas (May 1, 2025) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced that the Chicago Police Department has accepted the delivery of two Bell 407GXis, expanding their all-Bell fleet with additional public safety capabilities.

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May
05
2025

AvTask Achieves FAA Repair Station Status, Offers Award-Winning Rotor Blade Services via GSA

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WRIGHT CITY, Missouri May 1, 2025— AvTask Inc., a leading provider of CH-47 helicopter rotor blade Diagnostic and Repair services, today announced two key milestones enhancing its value to military and commercial helicopter operators worldwide.

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