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Jan
03
2024
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Whirly-Girls International, a non-profit, educational, and charitable organization dedicated to advancing women in the helicopter aviation industry, has announced the recipients of the 2024 Whirly-Girls Scholarship Awards. The scholarships will be awarded February 25, 2024 at the Whirly-Girls Annual Reception during HAI HELI-EXPO in Anaheim, California. Thanks to the support of aviation leaders, 39 scholarships were bestowed upon deserving female aviators, the largest scholarship program in the helicopter industry.
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Jan
03
2024
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Fairfax, Virginia, USA — The Vertical Flight Society, the world’s leading professional society dedicated to advancing vertical flight, announced today that Boeing’s Dr. Brahmananda Panda has been selected for the 2024 Alexander A. Nikolsky Honorary Lectureship. The Lectureship is awarded to “an individual who has a highly distinguished career in vertical flight aircraft research and development and is skilled at communicating technical knowledge and experience.” His Nikolsky Lecture is entitled, “Rotorcraft Aeromechanics Methodology and its Application to Rotor Dynamics, Loads, Vibration and Aeroelastic Stability at Boeing.”
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Jan
03
2024
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On November 29, 2023, about 1430 central standard time, a MD Helicopters Inc. MD600N helicopter, N745MB, sustained substantial damage when it was involved in an accident near Sterling City, Texas. The commercial pilot and the aerial lineman sustained fatal injuries. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 133 rotorcraft external load flight.
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Jan
03
2024
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DENVER, CO (January 3, 2024) Today, ARGUS International honors Naples Aviation as the first Fixed Base Operator (FBO) in North America to receive the ARGUS International Base Operations Audit Certification.
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Jan
03
2024
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McMinnville, OR, January 3, 2024 - Phenix Solutions proudly announces the highly anticipated launch of their updated website that offers customers and aviation professionals an inviting experience into the Ultra 2XL Heavy-Lift UAS world. The new website has a user-friendly, customer-focused design with in-depth information for visitors to learn about Phenix Solutions, the leadership team, and their flagship, the Ultra 2XL.
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Jan
02
2024
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AIRCRAFT WAS STRUCK BY A UAS WHILE ON APPROACH, DAYTONA BEACH, FL.
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Jan
02
2024
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DURING LANDING, THE SKID CAUGHT SOME ROCKS CAUSING A DYNAMIC ROLLOVER, KNIK GLACIER, ALASKA.
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Jan
02
2024
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WALLAND, TN: N571CJ, B206 HELICOPTER, EXPERIENCED AN ENGINE OIL PRESSURE AND TEMPERATURE ISSUE CAUSING ENGINE FAILURE THEN EXECUTED A FORCED LANDING IN A FARM FIELD. THE TAIL BOOM WAS SNAPPED OFF THE HELICOPTER DUE TO THE FORCED LANDING. NO PROPERTY DAMAGE OR INJURIES REPORTED. POB: 6, INJURIES: NONE, DAMAGE: EXTENT UNKNOWN. 12/28/2023 1844Z
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Dec
26
2023
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On October 10, 2021, at 1357 eastern daylight time, a Robinson R44 II, N637HP, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident in Cornwall, New York. The pilot was fatally injured. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight.
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Dec
26
2023
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On December 2, 2021, about 1115 Pacific standard time, an experimental amateur-built, Sport Copter Vortex gyroplane, N425RD, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Lakeport, California. The pilot was fatally injured. The gyroplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 personal flight.
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Dec
20
2023
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AIRCRAFT CRASHED UNDER UNKNOWN CIRCUMSTANCES, HAMMONTON, NJ
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Dec
18
2023
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HILLSBORO, Oregon (December 18, 2023) – Hillsboro Aviation is pleased to announce it has been designated as an authorized Airbus Helicopters Service Center by Airbus Helicopters. In 2016, Hillsboro was appointed Airbus Helicopter’s first-ever North American commercial sales agent in the aircraft manufacturer’s 47-year history.
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Dec
18
2023
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Trakka Systems, a leading player in providing critical vision technology to law enforcement and government agencies, has equipped the Dutch Police Aviation Service with state-of-the-art searchlights.
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Dec
18
2023
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Coptersafety is pleased to announce the addition of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved H145 Initial, Airline Transport Pilot (ATP), and Recurrent training programs to our FAA Part 142 Training Center certification.
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Dec
14
2023
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BETHESDA, Md. – Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) supported a successful government test of the Advanced Off-Board Electronic Warfare (AOEW) system’s electronic attack capabilities while installed on a U.S. Navy MH-60R helicopter. This marked the first time in the program’s development the system was able to perform engagement testing, demonstrate the ability to deter threats, and quantify system performance, while integrated and controlled by the target platform.
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Dec
14
2023
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AIRCRAFT SUSTAINED A BIRS STRIKE THAT PUNCTURED THE WINDSCREEN WHILE ENROUTE TO A PATIENT PICKUP AT SLB. PILOT SUSTAINTED A STRIKE TO THE HEAD DURING THE EVENT.
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Dec
14
2023
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Philadelphia, 14 December 2023 – In November, the 700th American-made helicopter was delivered from Leonardo ‘s production line in Philadelphia, representing an enormous milestone achievement in the United States that speaks to the technical maturity of its industrial operations in the U.S. The actual 700th aircraft, an AW119Kx single engine, was delivered to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).
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Dec
14
2023
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Donauwörth – The German Bundeswehr and Airbus Helicopters have signed a contract for the purchase of up to 82 multi-role H145M helicopters (62 firm orders plus 20 options). This is the largest order ever placed for the H145M and consequently the largest for the HForce weapon management system. The contract also includes seven years of support and services, ensuring optimal entry into service. The German Army will receive fifty-seven helicopters, while the Luftwaffe's special forces will receive five.
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Dec
13
2023
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Alexandria, Va. (Dec. 13, 2023) – Helicopter Association International (HAI) is proud to commemorate its 75th anniversary, marking three-quarters of a century dedicated to growing, shaping, protecting, and strengthening the international vertical aviation industry. Founded on Dec. 13, 1948, by a visionary group of 16 individuals who formed the Helicopter Council, HAI has since evolved into a global force representing thousands of operators, pilots, maintenance technicians, manufacturers, and suppliers across 65 countries.
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Dec
12
2023
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TORRANCE, CA – DECEMBER 12, 2023 – Robinson Helicopter Company, a global leader in civilian rotorcraft, appoints Robyn Eagles as head of global marketing and communications. Eagles, an experienced marketing and communications professional with more than 25 years of experience in the advanced mobility sector, takes over the role previously held by Terry Hane. In this position, Eagles will oversee brand strategy, marketing, public relations, global dealer relations, and sales for Robinson Helicopter Company.
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Dec
12
2023
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Atlanta, Georgia – December 11, 2023. – Precision Aviation Group (PAG), a leading provider of products and value-added services to the aerospace and defense industries worldwide, announces the appointment of Kyle McGillivray, to the newly created role of Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO).
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Dec
12
2023
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(TORONTO CANADA, Dec 12, 2023) Technisonic Industries is proud to continue its support of the Aerial Firefighting Market with its introduction of Forestry Mode available on both the TDFM-9000 and TDFM-9300’s. Forestry Mode addresses the space and installation challenges in the cockpit and antennas associated with updated United States Forestry Service (USFS) communications requirements.
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Dec
11
2023
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SANTA CRUZ, Calif.-- Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a company developing an all-electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft for commercial passenger service, today announced it has partnered with ANA Holdings Inc. (“ANA HD”) and Nomura Real Estate Development Co. Ltd. (“NRE”), one of Japan’s largest real estate developers, on the development of take-off and landing infrastructure, known as vertiports, to support the commercialization of its electric air taxi service across Japan.
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Dec
11
2023
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Airbus Helicopters and Indamer have joined hands to provide cutting edge after-market services for helicopters in India, in a significant boost to the development of the rotary-wing Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) ecosystem in the country.
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Dec
11
2023
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The international rating agency S&P Global, which evaluates the environmental, social and governance aspects of over 13,000 companies in different sectors, has included Leonardo in the Dow Jones Sustainability World Index and in the Dow Jones Sustainability Europe Index for the fourteenth year in a row.
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Dec
11
2023
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MINNEAPOLIS (December 11, 2023)—Donaldson Company, Inc. (NYSE:DCI) a leading worldwide manufacturer of innovative filtration products and solutions, received a BAE Systems Combat Mission Systems business award Partner2Win Bronze Medallion for exceptional performance and commitment to operational excellence.
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Dec
07
2023
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AIRCRAFT STRUCK A POWER LINE, CALEXICO, CA
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Dec
07
2023
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Leonardo and Pratt & Whitney Canada today announced the successful completion of the first flight for a AW139 intermediate twin helicopter, powered by PT6C-67C engines, using 100% Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). Accomplished at Leonardo’s facility in Cascina Costa di Samarate (Italy) on 21 November, the 75-minute flight and ground tests evaluated engine performance with multiple power variation and other systems. The test showed an outstanding response to the new fuel with no significant differences compared to the use of Jet A1 fuel.
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Dec
06
2023
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On October 26, 2023, about 1650 central daylight time, a Robinson Helicopter R44, N141CD, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near Rowlett, Texas. The flight instructor and pilot receiving instruction incurred minor injuries. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 instructional flight.
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Dec
06
2023
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Fort Erie, ON, December 6, 2023 – Airbus Helicopters has received Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) type certification of the H160 helicopter, positioning the aircraft type for entry into the Canadian market.
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