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BUCHAREST June 25, 2024 — Romania’s Ministry of Internal Affairs, Department of Emergency Situations, has awarded PZL Mielec, a Lockheed Martin company, a contract to procure an additional new-generation Black Hawk® utility helicopter for emergency and firefighting services.
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Jun
28
2024
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WEST PALM BEACH, Fla., June 27, 2024 – Two of the U.S. Army’s T901 Improved Turbine Engines (ITE) arrived at Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE: LMT), signaling a new phase of Black Hawk® helicopter modernization efforts. The T901 engine, which is manufactured by GE Aerospace, will increase the UH-60M Black Hawk helicopter’s performance, including lift capability and range, providing Army commanders more options for planning and executing missions.
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Jul
01
2024
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Adventure Pilot, a leading provider of electronic flight bag (EFB) solutions, is excited to announce a new feature in its iFly EFB app: the ability to wirelessly drive an autopilot system via Bluetooth. This innovative feature is designed exclusively for use in experimental aircraft, enhancing flexibility and control for pilots during flight.
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Jul
01
2024
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PHILADELPHIA, July 1, 2024 - In support of ongoing U.S. Army modernization efforts, Boeing [NYSE: BA] delivered the first CH-47F Block II Chinook. The aircraft is one of up to 465 in the Army’s fleet that will be modernized to the new Block II configuration.
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Jul
02
2024
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BILLINGS, MONTANA (July 2, 2024): Montana-based Billings Flying Service (BFS) is pleased to announce it won Montana’s Department of Natural Resources and Conservation’s first exclusive use type 1 helicopter firefighting contract. BFS is providing a tanked CH-47 Chinook helicopter with high-volume precision water drop capability for the summer fire season contract, which started July 1. The aircraft will be based in Montana, however, could be mobilized to surrounding states under a cooperative agreement in place between the US Forest Service and State of Montana.
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Jul
03
2024
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AMSTERDAM and SANTA CLARA, CA, July 2, 2024 – Stellantis N.V. (NYSE: STLA / Euronext Milan: STLAM / Euronext Paris: STLAP) and Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE:ACHR), a leader in electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, today announced Archer has received an additional $55 million investment from Stellantis under the companies’ strategic funding agreement following the achievement of its transition flight test milestone last month.
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Jul
03
2024
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Marignane, 03 July 2024 – Airbus has delivered the first H160 in the U.S. to PHI, marking the beginning of H160 operations in the country. This is the first of the initial four H160 helicopters that PHI will operate for offshore transportation in the Gulf of Mexico.
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Jul
08
2024
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Fairfax, Virginia — The Vertical Flight Society (VFS) announces today the winner of the Society’s prestigious Alfred Gessow Award for the best overall technical paper presented at the 80th Annual Forum and Technology Display. This year’s winning paper is from the Safety Session entitled, Scenario-Based Helicopter Flight Simulation of Accident-Prone Vortex Ring State (VRS) Encounters, by Eleni Sotiropoulos-Georgiopoulos of the Georgia Institute of Technology (Georgia Tech).
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Jul
08
2024
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BRIGHAM CITY, UT, JULY 2, 2024 – To ensure critically ill and injured patients reach trauma centers faster when every minute counts, AirLife Utah 1 officially relocated its emergency air medical base from Ogden to Brigham City Community Hospital on Monday and continues to provide lifesaving services throughout northern Utah and southwestern Wyoming without disruption. With this relocation, AirLife Utah is now the only air medical service provider based in Box Elder County.
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Jul
08
2024
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AIRCRAFT CRASHED UNDER UNKNOWN CIRCUMSTANCES, INVERMERE, BC.
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Jul
08
2024
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AIRCRAFT CRASHED INTO A FIELD AFTER STRIKING A TREE, NEW FLORENCE, MO.
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Jul
03
2024
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EDEN PRAIRIE, MN (July 03, 2024)— Shadin Avionics, a small business with more than 40 years of experience, has received an Outstanding Supplier award from Collins Aerospace.
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Jul
08
2024
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On June 19, 2024, about 1620 Pacific daylight time, a Robinson Helicopters R-44 II, N323TT, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Bluestem, Washington. The pilot and the pilot-rated-passenger were fatally injured. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight.
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Jul
08
2024
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On June 18, 2024, about 1330 eastern daylight time, a Garlick Helicopters Inc, OH-58A, N72BM, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Cisco, Georgia. The pilot sustained minor injuries. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137 aerial application flight.
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Jul
09
2024
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VISTA, California – July 9, 2024 – Nighthawk Flight Systems, Inc., a developer of advanced compact integrated avionics, is pleased to welcome Marc Ayala to the company’s executive team as Vice President of Sales. In this position, Ayala is responsible for growing and supporting sales of Nighthawk’s entire suite of products as well as supporting its dealer network and customer facing programs.
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Jul
09
2024
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UAVOS has launched the Gimbal 155, a new gimbaled camera purpose-built for the UAS Survey Mission program. The GOS-155 was designed to meet the UAV requirements for surveillance and rescue missions. Its optimized SWaP profile, advanced day and night ISR imaging, and embedded video processor makes it ideal for any mid-sized UAS — VTOL or winged. With its low weight of 1,8 kg, and just 155 mm in size, UAS platforms can increase their endurance without sacrificing optical performance.
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Jul
15
2024
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Sydney, New South Wales - July 15, 2024 - Coulson Aviation is pleased to announce a new, $400 million dollar (AUD), 10-year contract with Australia’s New South Wales (NSW) Rural Fire Service (RFS). Awarded after an open and competitive bid process, Coulson will manage, operate, and maintain their entire fleet. The company has managed the majority of the NSW RFS aircraft fleet for the previous five years. This partnership strengthens local jobs and skills development, ensuring a robust response to the fire seasons.
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Jul
15
2024
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Helicentre Aviation Academy has announced its 2025 CPL(H) (Commercial Helicopter Pilot Licence) scholarship initiative. The quarter-of-a-million pound (GBP) scholarship fund will assist modular trainee helicopter pilots to fast-track their careers and will continue to provide exceptional, qualified professional helicopter pilots to the UK crew supply chain. The scholarship awards will be made in August 2025 and are open to applicants training at both the Academy’s Oxford and Leicester sites.
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Jul
15
2024
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MCMINNVILLE, OR, UNITED STATES, July 11, 2024 - Precision Support Services announced that Semper Fly Helicopters and the University of Oklahoma have chosen the Guimbal Cabri G2 helicopter for their new helicopter flight school. The world’s most advanced 2-seat piston helicopter, the Cabri G2 provides cutting edge technology and safety levels previously unavailable in the training sector.
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Jul
15
2024
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DALLAS & SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Southwest Airlines Co. (NYSE: LUV) and Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) have signed a memorandum of understanding (MOU) to develop operational plans for electric air taxi networks utilizing Archer’s eVTOL aircraft at California airports where Southwest® operates. Archer Aviation is a leading manufacturer of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
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Jul
15
2024
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AIRCRAFT DURING AUTO ROTATION PRACTICE, ENGINE FAILED CAUSING A HARD LANDING IN A FIELD, HERRIMAN, UT
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Jul
15
2024
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AIRCRAFT LOST A SKID AND LANDED WITH ONE SKID AND ROLLED ON ITS SIDE, COTTONWOOD, AZ.
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Jul
15
2024
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STRATFORD, Conn., July, 12 2024 – Croatia has officially purchased eight additional UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters built by Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE: LMT), via U.S. government Foreign Military Sale, bringing the country’s Black Hawk fleet total to 12. The deal, which includes aircraft, organizational equipment, spare and repair parts, and associated support equipment, is a critical investment by Croatia and significantly bolsters its self-defense and security in the region and that of the NATO alliance.
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Jul
15
2024
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On June 26, 2022, about 1938 Alaska daylight time, a Bell UH-1B helicopter, N9970F, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Clear, Alaska. The pilot was fatally injured. The helicopter was operated by Northern Pioneer Helicopters LLC as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 133 external load flight.
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Jul
15
2024
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On April 9, 2023, at 0845 central daylight time, a Helicopteres Guimbal Cabri G2, N372PA, was involved in an accident near Cahokia, Illinois. The helicopter sustained substantial damage. The flight instructor received minor injuries and the student pilot was uninjured. The helicopter was operated under Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as an instructional flight.
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Jul
15
2024
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Grand Prairie, Texas, July 15, 2024 – Memorial Hermann Life Flight® has placed orders for one H160 and four H145s to replace its current fleet of EC145 helicopters. The nationally recognised emergency medical services program will be the first in the world to operate the H160 for helicopter emergency medical services (HEMS).
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Jul
17
2024
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Fort Novosel, AL, July 16, 2024 – As the nation’s leading air medical service, Air Methods understands the inherent value of hiring Veteran service members and every year salutes National Hire a Veteran Day. Created by Marine Corps Veteran and Hiring Our Heroes founder Dan Caporale, the day is recognized annually on July 25 as a reminder to employers to hire Veterans transitioning to civilian life. No matter the military unit, the background of those who serve undoubtedly pairs with Air Methods’ purpose of always being mission ready.
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Jul
17
2024
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SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Archer Aviation Inc., a leader in the development of electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft, announced today that on Tuesday, July 16, 2024 it received approval from CAEATFA for its ~$117M project covering the planned expansion of its advanced manufacturing facilities in the State of California, including the ramp of its advanced electric powertrain facility as it readies for commercialization. The CAEATFA sales and use tax exclusion is expected to result in ~$10M in benefit to Archer over the next few years.
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Jul
17
2024
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AIRCRAFT PERFORMING LONG LINE OPERATIONS, THE LINE BECAME WRAPPED INTO BRANCHES AND THE MAIN ROTOR BLADE STRUCK A TREE, TALKEETNA, AK.
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Jul
18
2024
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ZURICH, SWITZERLAND (July 18, 2024) — Loft Dynamics, the global leader in qualified virtual reality (VR) flight simulation training devices, today announced that Sky Aviation, a leading Italian helicopter services company providing passenger and material transport across the Alps, will install the company’s Airbus VR H125 flight training device at its base in Cossato, Italy. The partnership aims to enhance the quality, safety, accessibility, sustainability, and cost efficiencies of Sky Aviation's pilot training. Sky Aviation is the second organization in Italy adopting Loft Dynamics’ VR training devices to transform operations.
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