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Jun
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2026
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Berlin, Germany, 8 June 2026 – Airbus Helicopters has introduced an uncrewed version of its proven H145, the U145, during ILA Berlin airshow, where the company has displayed a full-scale mock-up of the new model. The U145 complements Airbus’ helicopter and uncrewed aerial systems (UAS) offering. A maiden flight with a safety pilot onboard is planned for the end of 2026, with entry into service at the beginning of the next decade.
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Jun
08
2026
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AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED ENGINE ISSUES WHILE PRACTICING AUTO-ROTATION AND RETURNED TO AIRPORT. POST FLIGHT INSPECTION REVEALED DAMGE TO ROTOR BLADE, BURLINGTON, VT.
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Jun
08
2026
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On May 16, 2026, about 0950 central daylight time, a Vertical Aviation Technologies 300L Hummingbird helicopter, N284ST, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Lee’s Summit, Missouri. One passenger sustained minor injuries. The pilot and second passenger were not injured. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight.
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Jun
08
2026
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On May 12, 2026, about 2127 central daylight time, a Bell 407 helicopter, N652AE, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Dallas, Texas. The pilot and two-person medical crew were not injured. There was no patient onboard. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 135 discretionary air medical flight.
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Jun
08
2026
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On April 30, 2026, about 1730 central daylight time, a Hiller UH-12E, N22SP, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Chickasha, Oklahoma. The pilot was not injured. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 137 aerial application flight.
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Jun
09
2026
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Berlin, Germany, 09 June 2026 – At this year’s International Aerospace Exhibition (ILA) in Berlin, Airbus is presenting one of Europe’s most comprehensive and versatile Uncrewed Aerial Systems (UAS) portfolios, demonstrating its leadership in autonomous flight that meets the demands of defence customers. Highlighting the line-up are two major innovations: the newly introduced U145 - the autonomous, uncrewed version of the tried-and-tested H145 helicopter - and the U760 Ravenstorm combat drone, designed to operate alongside fighter pilots in air-to-air combat, air-to-ground strikes, and electronic warfare.
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Jun
09
2026
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Den Helder, Netherlands, 9 June 2026 – Airbus Helicopters’ H160 helicopter has entered into service for its first European offshore energy missions. NHV Group has begun operating two helicopters leased from GD Helicopter Finance (GDHF) to support oil and gas and offshore wind crew change operations in Northern Europe.
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Jun
09
2026
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AIRCRAFT STRUCK A POWER LINE AND IMPACTED TERRAIN, LYNCHBURG, SC.
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Jun
10
2026
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Airbus Helicopters and Quantum Systems have signed a cooperation agreement at ILA Berlin 2026 to jointly explore the integration of advanced counter-UAS (C-UAS) interceptors of Quantum Systems capabilities onto Airbus’ military helicopters, beginning with the multi-role H145M. This strategic partnership builds upon a shared commitment to enhancing Europe's defence ecosystem and providing armed forces with agile, combat-ready solutions to counter modern, asymmetric airborne threats.
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Jun
10
2026
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Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Ministry of Internal Affairs of Romania for the acquisition of 12 multirole helicopters, comprising seven H160 and five H145 aircraft. This significant investment is part of the European initiative Security Action for Europe (SAFE), which aims to strengthen European civil protection, emergency response, and public safety frameworks.
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Jun
10
2026
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Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world's leading manufacturer of light civil helicopters, has been recognized as one of America's Greatest Workplaces in Manufacturing 2026 by Newsweek and Plant-A Insights Group. The honor places Robinson among the top manufacturing employers in the United States, based on one of the nation's largest independent employee studies.
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