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Jan
31
2023

Enstrom Helicopter First Flight

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Enstrom is excited to announce the flight of the first new 480B Helicopter after reopening just eight months ago. The turbine-powered 480B is the 1317th Enstrom helicopter built, and the 255th 480 series helicopter. This aircraft wasn’t an unfinished left-over airframe, but was built using components procured, machined, fabricated, and assembled onsite.

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Feb
15
2023

Enstrom Helicopter Corporation names Todd Tetzlaff as incoming president

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Menominee, MI. Enstrom enters a new era of growth and expansion with new leadership at the helm. We are delighted to welcome Todd Tetzlaff back to the Enstrom family as incoming president.

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Mar
07
2023

Enstrom Helicopter Glass Panel

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Menominee, MI. Enstrom is excited to announce new all-glass instrument panels for 2023. Available on both the 480B and 280FX, the new panels bring state-of-the-art avionics and incredible capability to Enstrom helicopter cockpits.

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Mar
07
2023

Discover the New Enstrom at HAI HELI-EXPO 2023

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Atlanta, GA. Enstrom Helicopter Corporation invites all rotorcraft enthusiasts to discover the new and improved Enstrom at this year’s HAI HELI-EXPO in Atlanta. The annual event features networking opportunities and hundreds of education courses with more than 14,000 industry professionals.

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Mar
08
2023

New RPM governor for Enstrom piston helicopters

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Atlanta, GA. Enstrom Helicopter Corporation is pleased to reveal the development of a new RPM governor for Enstrom piston helicopters. Designed to aid pilots in maintaining rotor RPM, the new governor uses a digital controller and fast-acting servo motor to accurately control RPM.

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Apr
03
2023

Enstrom Helicopters Shines in Florida’s SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo

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Fresh off a celebrated appearance at HAI HELI-EXPO in Atlanta, Enstrom Helicopter Corporation continues to impress at SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo in Lakeland, Florida. SUN ‘n FUN draws hundreds of thousands of visitors to what has become known as “Spring Break for Pilots.” It features more than 500 exhibitors, hands-on workshops, and educational seminars.

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Apr
17
2023

Enstrom announces the sale of two helicopters to the Zambian Air Force

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Menominee, MI – Enstrom Helicopter Corporation is pleased to announce the sale of two turbine powered 480B helicopters to the Zambian Air Force (ZAF). The contract, which was signed on February 23 by the Ministry of Defense, includes both the helicopters and training for ZAF pilots and personnel. The helicopters will be based in Lusaka, and used for training and utility missions.

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Apr
24
2023

Enstrom Helicopter Corporation President retires after storied career

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Menominee, MI – Enstrom President Matt Francour is set to say goodbye this month to the company he dedicated nearly four decades of his life to. Matt announced his retirement from Enstrom earlier this year after having helped Enstrom successfully navigate through an often uncertain and tumultuous era.

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May
15
2023

Enstrom Helicopter Corporation to showcase new 480B helicopter at US Aircraft Expo, Chicago

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Menominee, MI – Enstrom Helicopter Corporation is thrilled to present its new helicopter at this year’s US Aircraft Expo in Chicago. Featuring the world’s leading aircraft manufacturers and dealers, this Chicago expo is the only event that shows organizers are hosting in the Midwest this year.

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May
22
2023

Enstrom: A Year in Review

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Menominee, MI – On May 13, 2022, Chuck Surack, founder of Surack Enterprises, announced the purchase of Enstrom Helicopter Corporation in Menominee, Michigan. To say that a lot has happened at Enstrom in the 12 months since then would be an understatement.

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Jun
20
2023

Enstrom Helicopter Corporation returns to EAA AirVenture with exciting, new rotorcraft to display

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For more than 30 years, Enstrom Helicopter Corporation has been a consistent presence at EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. This year, Enstrom expects to dazzle the crowd of roughly 600,000 visitors again with three new helicopters.

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Jul
31
2023

Aviation enthusiasts laud Enstrom appearance at EAA AirVenture

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Company representatives with Enstrom Helicopter Corporation are proud to have participated in this year’s EAA AirVenture in Oshkosh, Wisconsin. Enstrom has been a consistent presence at EAA for more than 30 years.

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Aug
16
2023

Enstrom Helicopter Corporation Launches Ambitious Recruitment Campaign

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Enstrom Helicopter Corporation, under the passionate ownership of Chuck Surack, is rapidly pushing forward in developing exciting new rotorcraft models and features, all while witnessing an unprecedented level of product demand. As a result, Enstrom will begin actively recruiting to grow its already impressive workforce, which currently boasts more than 125 employees.

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Aug
30
2023

Careers in Aviation Are On the Rise

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Our family of companies are looking for experienced aviation professionals to join our growing team throughout the Midwest. We have immediate opportunities available in the aviation field including; pilots, mechanics, engineers, and more. 

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Sep
14
2023

Enstrom Helicopter Corporation to Join Oconto Elks Fly-In

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Enstrom Helicopter Corporation will celebrate Oconto, Wisconsin’s high-flying heritage at the Oconto County Elks Fly-In on Saturday, September 16 at the J. Douglas Bake Municipal Airport (KOCQ). Vice President of Sales and Marketing, Dennis Martin, will fly into Oconto in a 480B helicopter. Enstrom’s rotorcraft joins nearly three dozen other aircraft and more than 200 classic automobiles. Flyovers will take place throughout the event.

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Sep
21
2023

Enstrom to host semi-annual maintenance courses in September, October

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Time is running out to enroll in Enstrom Helicopter Corporation’s final round of 2023 maintenance courses. The piston class is set to begin September 25 at the Enstrom factory in Menominee, MI, and the turbine class will begin at the same location on October 2. Each course will run for one week, from 8AM to 4PM Monday through Friday.

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