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Dec
08
2024

Into the Eye of the Storm with “Tropical Nick” and the P-3 Orion

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Peanut butter and jelly. Salt and pepper. Nick Underwood and the Lockheed P-3 Orion. Some things

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Dec
08
2024

Pakistan International Airlines Planning Return of New York Flights

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Is a Pakistan International Airlines (PIA) return to New York in the cards? After the European

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Dec
02
2024

Vertical Aviation Safety Team (VAST): Introducing a Groundbreaking Safety Rating Concept for VTOLs

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The Vertical Aviation Safety Team (VAST) releases a white paper titled “Investigation of a Rotorcraft Safety Rating Concept,” introducing an innovative proof-of-concept system aimed at elevating safety standards for vertical aircraft worldwide. The initiative seeks to incentivize the adoption of advanced safety technologies across both new and existing fleets, inspired by successful frameworks in other industries, such as automotive safety ratings.

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Dec
02
2024

Rotor Flies Sprayhawk In Texas, Announces Retrofit and Delivery Plans

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Fort Worth, Texas (November 27, 2024): Rotor Technologies showcased the future of aerial agriculture with a flight of its Sprayhawk, the world’s largest and most advanced agricultural UAV, at Perot Field Alliance Airport in Fort Worth, Texas. The exclusive event, held in partnership with Hillwood and the Helicopter Institute, drew more than 200 aviation industry leaders who witnessed the historic flight and celebrated pivotal company announcements.

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Dec
02
2024

FAA Accident Report: DAYTONA BEACH, FL

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AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED AN ENGINE ISSUE WHLE RETURNING FROM A BEACH TOUR AND MADE A PRECAUTIONARY LANDING IN A FIELD, DAYTONA BEACH, FL.

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Dec
02
2024

NTSB Final Report: Lewiston, ID

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According to the pilot, while performing an aerial application on a field, the helicopter struck a set of power lines that he was previously aware of and had been working around during the flight. Following the impact with wires, he initiated a forced landing to a field. The helicopter sustained substantial damage to the main rotor blades, transmission, tail rotor drive shaft, and tail boom.

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Dec
02
2024

NTSB Preliminary Report: Parrottsville, TN

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NTSB Preliminary Report: Parrottsville, TN

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Dec
02
2024

United States Coast Guard Awards Contract to Priority 1 Air Rescue for MH65/MH60 Hoist Operator Training

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Priority 1 Air Rescue (P1AR), a world leader in providing full spectrum helicopter mission training and operational Search and Rescue (SAR) Air Ambulance services, is pleased to announce it has been awarded a 5-year training contract with the United States Coast Guard (USCG). Under this contract, P1AR will continue to provide specialized hoist operator training for ab-initio flight mechanic crew members assigned to both the MH-65E and MH-60T helicopters at the P1AR Search and Rescue Tactical Training Academy (SART/TAC) located in Mesa Arizona.

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Dec
03
2024

CENTUM PARTNERS WITH HELISUL TO STRENGTHEN ITS GLOBAL EXPANSION STRATEGY

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Curitiba, Brazil, 3rd Dezember 2024 - CENTUM, a global company specializing in mission-critical airborne systems, is pleased to announce a new partnership with Helisul Engineering, part of Helisul Group, one of the largest helicopter operators in Latin America. This collaboration represents a solid step in CENTUM’s international growth strategy, expanding its reach in over 20 countries and building on shared goals for innovation and service excellence.

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Dec
03
2024

Joby Receives FAA Approval for Part 141 Flight Academy

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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 received a Part 141 certificate from the Federal Aviation Administration (“FAA”) for its flight academy as well as FAA acceptance for its air operations voluntary Safety Management System (“SMS”) as established under Part 5.

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Dec
03
2024

SUBARU Bell 412EPX Earns EASA Certification

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Fort Worth, TX (December 3, 2024) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, today announced the SUBARU Bell 412EPX has received European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification and can begin flight operations throughout the European Union.

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Dec
03
2024

FAA Enhances Human External Cargo Harness Standard

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Alexandria, VA (December 3, 2024) – The FAA has issued a revised policy for the harnesses used for fall protection by utility lineworkers when performing human external cargo (HEC) operations. This decision ensures uniformity, enhances safety, and promotes operational compliance with existing local, state, and federal safety rules.

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Dec
04
2024

Smith Myers ARTEMIS Mobile Phone Detection Location System Key in Rescuing Missing Hiker in Italy

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Varese, Italy – 3 December 2024 -- In a remarkable rescue operation, a 66-year-old hiker from Varese, missing in the Valgrande area, was found injured but alive, thanks to Smith Myers ARTEMIS systems. 

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Dec
04
2024

Vita Inclinata Completes Military Testing of Vita Rescue System, Deploys First Units to South Carolina Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team

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Broomfield, CO — December 3, 2024 — Vita Inclinata Technologies, a leading provider of intelligent lifting technology and solutions for aerospace and industrial construction industries, announced today that it has achieved a major milestone in rescue operations with the successful completion of Army Airworthiness qualification and Air Force testing for its Vita Rescue System (VRS). The first VRS units produced for the Army were recently delivered by the Product Director (PD) MEDEVAC to the South Carolina Army National Guard. Following initial training, the system is now operational with the South Carolina Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team (SC-HART), a critical step in advancing interagency search-and-rescue capabilities. 

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Dec
04
2024

Vita Inclinata Completes Military Testing of Vita Rescue System, Deploys First Units to South Carolina Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team

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Broomfield, CO — December 3, 2024 — Vita Inclinata Technologies, a leading provider of intelligent lifting technology and solutions for aerospace and industrial construction industries, announced today that it has achieved a major milestone in rescue operations with the successful completion of Army Airworthiness qualification and Air Force testing for its Vita Rescue System (VRS). The first VRS units produced for the Army were recently delivered by the Product Director (PD) MEDEVAC to the South Carolina Army National Guard. Following initial training, the system is now operational with the South Carolina Helicopter Aquatic Rescue Team (SC-HART), a critical step in advancing interagency search-and-rescue capabilities. 

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Dec
04
2024

Bell Completes Wind Tunnel Testing Efforts to Validate Revolutionary Stop/Fold Jet Transition Capability

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Wichita, KS (December 4, 2024) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, has completed wind tunnel testing at the National Institute for Aviation Research (NIAR) at Wichita State University in support of the DARPA Speed and Runway Independent Technology (SPRINT) program. This test phase follows successful evaluation of the Stop/Fold rotor system using the Holloman High Speed Test Track (HHSTT) in New Mexico in 2023.

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Dec
05
2024

Joby and U.S. Air Force Complete Electric Aircraft Maintenance Training

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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 that it has completed a training program with the U.S. Air Force covering the maintenance of Joby’s electric aircraft.

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Dec
05
2024

iFly EFB Launches Advanced Features in Version 13.2 Update

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Mckinney, TX – Adventure Pilot, creators of iFly EFB, are thrilled to announce the release of iFly EFB Version 13.2, packed with powerful new features that will transform the flight planning experience. Whether you're a professional pilot or an aviation enthusiast, this latest update delivers cutting-edge tools designed to make flying safer, smarter, and more efficient.

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Dec
06
2024

Abu Dhabi and Archer Announce Agreement With Cross-Industry Stakeholders To Launch First Commercial Electric Air Taxi Flights

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December 6, 2025 — Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR) today announced that it has entered into a multi-party collaboration agreement with key UAE and Abu Dhabi entities to advance the establishment of electric air taxi operations in Abu Dhabi. 

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Dec
09
2024

U.S. Army Orders Additional Boeing CH-47F Block II Chinooks

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PHILADELPHIA, Dec. 4, 2024 —The U.S. Army ordered three additional CH-47F Block II Chinooks from Boeing [NYSE: BA]. The Lot 3 contract award, valued at $135 million, is a part of the U.S. Army’s ongoing modernization efforts.

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Dec
09
2024

‘Tis the Season for Drone Safety

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WASHINGTON – If you are considering a drone as a holiday gift, the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) wants you and your loved ones to understand how to fly it safely.  

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Dec
09
2024

PZL Mielec Delivers S-70 Black Hawk helicopter to the Polish National Police

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Mielec – 3 December 2024, PZL Mielec, a Lockheed Martin company, recently delivered another S-70i Black Hawk helicopter to the Polish National Police (PNP), expanding the PNP Aviation Board fleet to five aircraft. This latest delivery completes the contract requirements signed in December 2022 for two helicopters and continues to bolster their mission capabilities and increase safety throughout the region.

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Dec
09
2024

NTSB Preliminary Report: Parrottsville, TN

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NTSB Preliminary Report: Parrottsville, TN

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Dec
09
2024

NTSB Final Report: Las Vegas, NV

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On November 18, 2022, about 1027 Pacific standard time, a Cessna 172M, N88E, and a Robinson R44, N4050P, collided over runway 30R at North Las Vegas Airport (VGT), Las Vegas, Nevada. The flight instructor and student pilot on board the Cessna and the student pilot on board the Robinson were not injured. Both aircraft were operated under the provisions of Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 as instructional flights.

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