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Mar
18
2024

Contour Helicopters and Voxelis Canada Corporation Partner to Accelerate Firefighting Technology with VoxVision AI Edge Computing

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LANGLEY, BC - March 18, 2024 - Contour Helicopters Ltd. (“Contour”) and Voxelis Canada Corporation (“Voxelis”) announced today that Contour is joining the Voxelis Early Customer Adoption Program as a technology launch partner for the Voxelis VoxVision system.  VoxVision is an AI-enabled vision and data collection platform that will evolve and expand the utility of the helicopter using the latest generation of onboard AI computing and deep learning.

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Tags: Contour Helicopters Pegasus Aero
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Mar
18
2024

ROBINSON HELICOPTER CELEBRATES 45 YEARS OF THE R22; GENERATIONS OF PILOTS LEARN TO FLY IN A ROBINSON R22

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Torrance, California – March 18, 2024 – Robinson Helicopter Company, the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, celebrates the 45th anniversary of its iconic two-seat R22 helicopter. On March 16, 1979, Robinson received FAA certification for the R22, which has been enshrined in the Smithsonian Museum since September 2004.

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Mar
18
2024

FAA Ends Discretionary Enforcement Policy on Drone Remote Identification

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WASHINGTON - Pilots who operate drones that are required to be registered must comply with the Remote ID Rule. 

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Mar
14
2024

ARGUS International certifies Sterling Aviation Services and Welcomes them to the ARGUS Certified Training Program

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DENVER, CO (March 13, 2024) - Identifying and recognizing organizations that contribute to safety in Air Charter Operations has long been ARGUS International’s goal. For over twenty years, the ARGUS Ratings have been the benchmark that charter operators strive to achieve. But safety doesn’t just come from the operators. There are training organizations that meet the highest standards of the industry that contribute significantly to the thousands of corporate aviation flights, every day. The ARGUS Certified Training Program is designed to identify and recognize these industry leading training providers.

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Mar
14
2024

FAA Accident and Incident Notification: KNOX CITY, TX

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AIRCRAFT ROLLED OVER ON TAKEOFF, KNOX CITY, TX.

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Mar
13
2024

Honda Airways Purchases Its First Bell 505 Helicopter in Japan

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Singapore (March 12, 2024) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced the delivery of a Bell 505 helicopter to Honda Airways in Japan.

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Mar
13
2024

AVIDYNE ANNOUNCES LPV UPGRADE FOR FALCON 50 WITH DUAL ATLAS FLIGHT MANAGEMENT SYSTEMS

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Melbourne, FL. – March 11, 2024-– Avidyne Corporation, a leading provider of integrated avionics systems for general aviation and business aircraft announced a dual Avidyne Atlas Flight Management System upgrade for the Dassault Falcon 50, providing fully-coupled GPS approach capability, including LPV, LP, LNAV/VNAV and LNAV-only, extending the useful life of these venerable aircraft without the need for costly replacement of the legacy Collins ProLine system. The installation of the dual ATLAS FMS/ GPS/ NAV/ COM systems in the Falcon 50 was completed by SAB Aviaçâo in Brazil with a field approval.

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Mar
13
2024

BOOST Systems receives FAA STC for Airbus H125/AS350 Quick Release CARGO BASKET

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North Vancouver, BC – March 12, 2024 – Boost Systems continues to expand its mission equipment offering and is pleased to announce their H125/AS350 Quick Release Cargo Basket and Boarding Step are now FAA Approved.  

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Mar
12
2024

Japan's First Designer Series Bell 429 Helicopter Sold to Japan General Aviation Service Group

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Fort Worth, Texas (March 11, 2024) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced a signed purchase agreement for Japan’s first Designer Series Bell 429 helicopter to Japan General Aviation Service (JGAS). JGAS is a leading Japanese aerospace organization offering aircraft sales and aftermarket support services.

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Tags: Bell Bell 429 Bell Textron Japan JGAS Textron
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Mar
12
2024

Archer and Falcon Aviation to Jointly Develop Vertiport Network in Dubai and Abu Dhabi for the Launch of Flying Car Operations in UAE as Soon as 2025

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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Archer Aviation Inc. (NYSE: ACHR), a leader in electric flying cars, announced today that Falcon Aviation, a prominent Aviation Services Operator in the UAE, has been selected as their vertiport infrastructure partner for critical locations in Dubai and Abu Dhabi. This collaboration marks a significant step towards launching Archer's Midnight flying car with Falcon Aviation in the UAE and across the MENA region as soon as 2025.

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Tags: Archer Aviation Dubai Falcon Aviation UAE United Arab Emirates
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Mar
11
2024

Bell Announces Weapon Systems Integration Lab

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Arlington, TX (March 11, 2024) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced today the Grand Opening of its Weapon System’s Integration Lab (WSIL) in Arlington, TX. The state-of-the-art facility will aid in in the safe, rapid, and efficient integration and test of a next generation fly-by-wire tiltrotor and mission systems using a modular open systems approach (MOSA) for the United States Army’s Future Long- Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA). 

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Mar
11
2024

SEI WELCOMES THE HONOURABLE PIERRE POILIEVRE TO ITS MANUFACTURING FACILITY

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Delta, B.C. – On Thursday, March 07, 2024, the management and staff of SEI Industries were delighted to host a visit from the Honourable Pierre Poilievre, Leader of the Official Opposition for Canada as well as the Hon. Kerry-Lynne D. Findlay, Hon. Bob Zimmer, Hon. Senator Yonah Martin, and candidate Jessy Sahota. The visit included a talk and tour of the company’s manufacturing facility in Delta, B.C.

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Mar
11
2024

COPTERSAFETY PREMIERES DOCUMENTARY SHORT FILM “FROM THE GROUND UP” AT HAI HELI-EXPO

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Anaheim, California – Coptersafety premieres “From the Ground Up” – a captivating documentary short film about helicopter pilots – at HAI Heli-Expo 2024.

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Mar
11
2024

NTSB Preliminary Report: Halloran Springs, CA

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On February 9, 2024, about 2208 Pacific standard time, an Airbus Helicopters EC 130B4 helicopter, N130CZ, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Halloran Springs, California. The two pilots and four passengers were fatally injured. The helicopter was operated by Orbic Air, LLC, as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 135 on-demand flight.

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Mar
11
2024

NTSB Preliminary Report: Hana, HI

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NTSB Preliminary Report: Hana, HI

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Mar
08
2024

Airbus Helicopters and SKYCO Leasing sign for six H175 helicopters

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Marignane, 8 March 2024 – Airbus Helicopters and SKYCO International Financial Leasing Co., Ltd., a state-owned enterprise belonging to China's Guangdong Province, have signed a contract for six H175 helicopters.

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Mar
08
2024

COPTERSAFETY EXPANSION OF THEIR FAA PROGRAM

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Coptersafety has been actively expanding their FAA training program to provide more training opportunities to FAA-licensed pilots from around the globe.

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Mar
07
2024

AMERICAN HELICOPTER MUSEUM CELEBRATES FLIGHT AND OUTER SPACE THIS SUMMER

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March 7, 2024 - West Chester, PA – Outer space has always fascinated humans. Ancient cultures have created architectural marvels mapping the night sky, as well as other celestial events. Modern people have accelerated space exploration since the first artificial satellite was launched in 1957.

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Mar
07
2024

PHI MRO SERVICES RECEIVES EASA CERTIFICATION

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LAFAYETTE, La. (March 7, 2024) – PHI MRO Services, a leader in maintenance, repair and overhaul services, has received European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) certification to provide services as a Part 145 Maintenance Organization. EASA is responsible for aviation safety throughout the European Union (EU).

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Mar
07
2024

Vertical Flight Society Announces 2024 Individual Recipients of Its Prestigious Awards

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Fairfax, VA, March 6, 2024 — The Vertical Flight Society (VFS) today announces the 2024 individual recipients of its prestigious awards program. Since its establishment in 1944, the VFS awards program has paid tribute to the outstanding leaders of vertical flight and served as a catalyst for stimulating technological advances. This year’s winners will be recognized at the Grand Awards Banquet on Thursday, May 9, 2024, during the Society’s 80th Annual Forum and Technology Display in Montreal, Quebec, Canada.

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Mar
07
2024

CityAirbus NextGen makes its debut

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Donauwörth, 7 March 2024 – Airbus has presented its full electric CityAirbus NextGen prototype to the public, ahead of its maiden flight later this year. The two-tonne class CityAirbus, with a wing span of approximately 12 metres, is being developed to fly with a 80 km range and to reach a cruise speed of 120 km/h, making it perfectly suited for operations in major cities for a variety of missions. 

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Mar
06
2024

Enstrom Debuts New Partnerships, Paint Schemes at HAI HELI-EXPO 2024

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Enstrom Helicopter Corporation once again demonstrated its innovative vision for the future at HAI HELI-EXPO 2024, the world’s largest annual helicopter trade show. Between February 26-29, more than 15,000 helicopter pilots, professionals, and enthusiasts from 87 countries packed into Anaheim Convention Center in Anaheim, CA, breaking attendance records.

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Mar
06
2024

Coulson Aviation Continues to Advance Aerial Firefighting Industry Through Partnership with Kawak Aviation to Develop Improved Firefighting Black Hawk Platform

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Sacramento, Calif. – March 6, 2024 – Coulson Aviation is pleased to announce its partnership with Kawak Aviation to launch a modern, upgraded, and more cost-effective Firefighting Black Hawk aircraft platform. The world’s largest aerial firefighting company that designs, manufactures, installs, and operates aircraft, Coulson is leading the innovative charge for the proven UH-60-based firefighting aircraft to help ensure a safe solution for every customer and budget.

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Mar
06
2024

COPTERSAFETY IS UPGRADING THEIR AW169 FULL FLIGHT SIMULATOR TO AVIONICS PHASE 8

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HELSINKI, Finland - Coptersafety announced that they are upgrading their TRU Odyssey H AW169 Full Flight Simulator to Avionics phase 8. The simulator is estimated to be ready by the Q4 of 2024.

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Mar
05
2024

Joby Acquires Facility in Ohio, Begins Hiring to Support Initial Manufacturing Operations

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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 acquired an existing facility at Dayton International Airport and begun hiring in support of the Company’s initial manufacturing operations in Dayton, Ohio.

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Mar
05
2024

QATAR EMIRI AIR FORCE AND LEONARDO CELEBRATE 2,500 FLIGHT HOURS OF THE NH90 HELICOPTER FLEET

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Doha, 05/03/2024 – On the occasion of the Doha International Maritime Defence Exhibition and Conference (DIMDEX) 2024, the Qatar Emiri Air Force (QEAF) and Leonardo celebrated the 2,500 flight hours of the NH90 helicopter fleet. This milestone has been made possible through strategic cooperation, which has been aided by Leonardo’s direct involvement in providing training and supporting maintenance operations.

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Mar
05
2024

QuikTrip Corporation Signs Purchase Agreement for Second Bell 429

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Fort Worth, Texas (March 4, 2024) Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced during HAI Heli Expo 2024 the signed purchase agreement to QuikTrip Corporation for their second Bell 429.

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Mar
04
2024

LIFENET OF NEW YORK RELOCATES TO WESTERNVILLE

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WESTERNVILLE, NY – LifeNet 7-14 announced its official relocation from its sister location in Watertown, NY to Westernville, NY—where life-saving service continues to the Mohawk Valley region and beyond. The LifeNet team partnered with the Town of Western and the Fire Company to break ground on the new location in October 2023. The newly built helicopter pad, hangar, and living quarters for the flight crew are adjacent to the Fire Company.

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Tags: Air Methods LifeNet
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Mar
04
2024

Helitak Announces U.S. Business Expansion in California

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Helitak Firefighting Equipment, an Australian-based aerial firefighting tank manufacturer, announced on February 22, 2024, that the company was expanding its operations in the United States. The company has recently secured the lease of a 20,000-foot property at Camarillo Airport in California, where it will grow its operations in the United States.

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Mar
04
2024

COPTERSAFETY PILOT TRAINING SCHOLARSHIP WITH WHIRLY-GIRLS INTERNATIONAL

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Coptersafety is happy to announce they are joining the Whirly-Girls International as a sponsor with two FAA AW139 Type Rating scholarships.

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