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Apr
10
2024

The Honduran Ministry of Defense acquires two additional H145 helicopters

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Santiago de Chile - The Ministry of Defense of Honduras has acquired two additional Airbus H145 helicopters, which will be operated by the Honduran Air Force to perform passenger and cargo transport, search and rescue, firefighting, medical evacuation, and other essential missions in the region. This new purchase follows an initial order signed in April 2023 for two H145s that will be delivered before the end of 2024.  

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Apr
09
2024

Colombian Air Force awards ITP Aero its Black Hawk helicopter fleet engine MRO contract

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ITP Aero has signed a contract with the Colombian Ministry of Defence for the Maintenance, Repair and Overhaul (MRO) of the T700 engines that power its Armed Forces' fleet of Black Hawk helicopters. The contract will run until June 2026 and the MRO services for the engines will be carried out at ITP Aero's facilities in Albacete (Spain). 

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Apr
09
2024

Lockheed Martin Boosts Domestic Microelectronics Capabilities For Pentagon Aerial Defense Program

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OWEGO, N.Y. April. 8, 2024 – Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) will work with Intel Corporation (Nasdaq: INTC), and Altera, an Intel Company, to support the Stimulating Transition for Advanced Microelectronics Packaging (STAMP) program for the Office of the Under Secretary of Defense for Research and Engineering (OUSD R&E). Lockheed Martin will develop a low size, weight, and power (SWaP), Sensor Open Systems Architecture (SOSA) aligned airborne electronic defense system, utilizing Altera’s Multi-Chip Package (MCP2) for expected use on the U.S. Navy’s MH-60R multi-mission helicopter. The project was awarded through the Naval Surface Warfare Center (NSWC) Crane Division Strategic & Spectrum Missions Advanced Resilient Trusted Systems (S2MARTS) Other Transaction Agreement (OTA) vehicle and will be managed by the National Security Technology Accelerator (NSTXL). 

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Tags: Intel Corporation Lockheed Matin
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Apr
09
2024

FAA Accident and Incident Notification: KEY BISCAYNE, FL.

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AIRCRAFT EXPERIENCED ENGINE ISSUES AND CRASHED IN THE WATER, KEY BISCAYNE, FL.

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Apr
09
2024

FAA Accident and Incident Notification: BATON ROUGE, LA

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AIRCRAFT LANDED HARD FOLLOWING MOVEMENT FROM DOLLEY TO THE TARMAC, BATON ROUGE, LA.

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Apr
09
2024

FAA Accident and Incident Notification: PLAINVIEW, MN

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AIRCRAFT STRUCK A BIRD THAT PENETRATED THE WINDSCREEN, PLAINVIEW, MN.

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Apr
09
2024

FAA Accident and Incident Notification: ODENTON, MD

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AIRCRAFT STRUCK A BIRD, ODENTON, MD.

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Apr
09
2024

Airbus forecasts North America’s commercial aircraft services market value will be US$45 billion by 2042

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Herndon, Virginia, 8 April 2024 – North America’s commercial aircraft services market will grow to US$45 billion from US$31 billion today (a 45% increase) by 2042 according to Airbus’ latest Global Services Forecast (GSF).

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Apr
07
2024

NTSB Preliminary Report: Moran, KS

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NTSB Preliminary Report: Moran, KS

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Apr
07
2024

NTSB Final Report: North Myrtle Beach, SC

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On May 26, 2022, about 1340 eastern daylight time, a Robinson R44 helicopter, N132TC, operated by High Tide Helicopters LLC, was substantially damaged when it was involved in an accident near North Myrtle Beach, South Carolina. The flight instructor and the student pilot were not injured. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 instructional flight.

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Apr
07
2024

NTSB Final Report: Spanish Fork, Utah

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The flight instructor and student pilot performed a straight-in autorotation with a power recovery maneuver to simulate landing the helicopter with a complete power loss. As the instructor demonstrated the autorotation, during the glide, the instructor realized that he was going to overshoot the landing spot, and forced the helicopter out of trim, which enabled the helicopter to increase its decent rate. As the helicopter crossed 100 ft above ground level, the instructor trimmed the helicopter and noted that the helicopter’s airspeed and rotor RPMs were about 50 knots and 95%, respectively. The instructor initiated a flare and the helicopter started to sink. He then rolled the engine throttle UP and raised the collective, but the helicopter landed hard. Subsequently, the main rotor struck the tailboom, which sustained substantial damage.

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Apr
07
2024

Greece Moves Forward In Procurement Of UH-60M Black Hawk

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STRATFORD, Conn., April 5, 2024 -- The Government of Greece signed a Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) today making official its intent to procure 35 UH-60M Black Hawk helicopters built by Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE: LMT), via U.S. government Foreign Military Sale.

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Tags: Lockheed Martin Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk
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Apr
07
2024

RHC ANNOUNCES NEW ‘INSTRUCTOR PILOT’ STANDARDIZATION COURSE WITH A FOCUS ON SAFETY AND PRECISION

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Torrance, CA (April 4, 2024)—Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), a world leader in the design and manufacturing of helicopters, announces its new Instructor Pilot (IP) Standardization Course. This comprehensive program elevates helicopter flight training by equipping instructors with the skills and knowledge to produce highly proficient pilots.

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Apr
07
2024

Zambia Air Force celebrates introducing new Enstrom helicopters into service

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Enstrom continues to grow its global footprint. On March 25, Zambia Air Force (ZAF) welcomed two newly delivered Enstrom 480B turbine helicopters into its fleet. Enstrom representatives joined ZAF personnel for an induction ceremony in Lusaka, featuring speeches, food, photos, and traditional entertainment.

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Apr
01
2024

Vertical Flight Society Announces 2024 Scholarship Recipients

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Fairfax, Virginia, April 1, 2024 — The Vertical Flight Society is pleased to announce its 2024 Vertical Flight Foundation (VFF) scholarship recipients. Scholarships totaling $120,000 are being awarded this year to 29 of the world’s most talented engineering students interested in vertical flight.

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Apr
01
2024

AVIDYNE ANNOUNCES EZ INSTALLATION KIT FOR VANTAGE12

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Melbourne, FL. – March 29, 2024 – Avidyne Corporation, a leading provider of integrated avionics systems announced at the Aviation Electronics Association’s annual convention their new EZ Installation Kit for their new Vantage12 displays for Cirrus aircraft. 

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Apr
01
2024

The Next Chapter for Bell’s H-1 Helicopters Begins

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AMARILLO, Texas (March. 28, 2024) – The first Bell AH-1Z set to receive the Structural Improvement Electrical Power Upgrade (SIEPU) modification to be provided by Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc (NYSE:TXT) company, under a contract with the U.S. Marine Corps, has arrived at Bell’s Amarillo Assembly Center.  SIEPU modifications optimize the aircraft to improve mission capabilities, aircrew safety, and interoperability by increasing the electrical power capacity on the aircraft and support the integration of additional cabin capabilities. SIEPU marks the start of the next chapter in the life of domestic H-1 helicopters, following the completion of the U.S. Marine Corps Program of Record in November 2022. 

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Apr
01
2024

U.S. Army Awards Lockheed Martin $483M JAGM, HELLFIRE Follow-On Production Contract

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Orlando, Fla., April 1, 2024 – The U.S. Army awarded Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) a follow-on production contract for Joint-Air-to-Ground Missiles (JAGM) and HELLFIRE missiles with a Program Year 3 (PY3) award total value of $483 million.

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Tags: HELLFIRE JAGM Lockheed Martin US Army
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Apr
01
2024

FAA Accident and Incident Notification: CHANUTE, KS

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AIRCRAFT DEPARTED, STRUCK A BIRD AND LANDED IN A FIELD, CHANUTE, KS.

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Apr
01
2024

MERCY AIR CREW, PASADENA FIRST RESPONDERS REUNITE WITH FORMER PATIENT

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PASADENA, CA – March 28, 2024 – In a special reunion, Mercy Air 2 reconnected with former burn patient, 18-year-old America Salmeron at the Pasadena Police Department heliport. Salmeron, a Pasadena resident, is a unique patient as three different Mercy Air medical flight crews provided care across state lines on her journey of healing.

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Tags: Air Methods Mercy Air 2 Pasadena Police Department
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Mar
28
2024

Archer Successfully Completes Multiple Battery Pack Drop Tests; One of the Most Challenging Tests It Is Set to Face as Part of the FAA’s Type Certification Program

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SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Archer Aviation Inc., a leader in the development of electric vertical takeoff and landing (“eVTOL”) aircraft, today announced the successful completion of rigorous battery pack drop testing conducted at a National Institute for Aviation Research lab. This marks a significant milestone in the development of the company’s proprietary electric propulsion system for its Midnight aircraft in what is seen as one of the most difficult tests to pass for an eVTOL aircraft, putting Archer in a strong position to successfully complete this same test in upcoming for-credit testing with the FAA.

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Mar
27
2024

Louisiana State Police Signs Purchase Agreement for Two Bell 407GXis

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Fort Worth, Texas (March 27, 2024) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the signed purchase agreement for two Bell 407GXis to Louisiana State Police. 

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Tags: Bell Textron
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Mar
26
2024

ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY TAKES YOU DOWN UNDER TO AUSTRALIA'S 
FOOD BOWL IN NEW "CLIMB HIGHER" EPISODE

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TORRANCE, CA – MARCH 26, 2024 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world's leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, unveils the latest episode in its "Climb Higher" video series. This series explores the diverse missions Robinson helicopters tackle worldwide, highlighting their vital role in various demanding applications.

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Mar
26
2024

Bell Delivers Indonesia's First Designer Series Bell 429 Helicopter

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Singapore (March 25, 2024) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced the delivery of Indonesia’s first Designer Series Bell 429 helicopter to SOTA Holdings Pte Ltd.

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Mar
25
2024

Bell Announces Certification for BasiX-Pro Glass Cockpit Retrofit Kit

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Fort Worth, TX (March 25, 2024) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced today the FAA certification for its Basix-Pro Glass Retrofit Kit for Bell 412EP models. The new glass cockpit retrofit kit benefits include reduced pilot workload, increased precision and improved situational awareness.

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Tags: Bell Bell 412EP Textron
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Mar
25
2024

NTSB Final Report: Arthur, KY

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On September 3, 2022, about 1740 central daylight time, an experimental, amateur-built RotorWay JetExec helicopter, N162NH, was destroyed when it was involved in an accident near Arthur, Kentucky. The pilot was fatally injured. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations (CFR)Part 91 personal flight.

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Mar
25
2024

FAA Accident and Incident Notification: SCHARDING, AUSTRIA

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AIRCRAFT MADE A HARD LANDING AND ROLLED OVER, SCHARDING, AUSTRIA

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Mar
25
2024

GLEN OAKS VOLUNTEER AMBULANCE CORPS SELECTS AIR METHODS ASCEND FOR ADVANCED CLINICAL EDUCATION

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FLORAL PARK, NY, March 21, 2023 – Air Methods, the nation’s leading air medical service provider, announced today that Glen Oaks Volunteer Ambulance Corps (VAC) has selected Air Methods Ascend’s critical care in-person program to provide additional training for their volunteer nurses and paramedics. 

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Tags: Air Methods Glen Oaks Volunteer Ambulance Corps
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Mar
25
2024

Vertical Flight Society Announces 2024 Lichten Award Winners

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Fairfax, Virginia, March 25, 2024 — The Vertical Flight Society today announced the winners of its prestigious Robert L. Lichten technical award. The overall winner will be recognized at the Grand Awards Breakfast on Thursday, May 9, 2024, during the Society’s 80th Annual Forum & Technology Display in Montréal, Québec, Canada. 

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Mar
21
2024

AviationManuals Talks About the Number One Risk to Flight Operators

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(Rockville, Maryland, March 20th, 2023) –The leading provider of safety management and compliance solutions, AviationManuals, annually compiles common risk data from thousands of flight operators’ inputs into the company’s risk assessment tool, ARCrisk. This data is then analyzed in-house to determine the most effective ways to mitigate risks. For the second year in a row, low flight time has emerged as the top risk faced by operators in their day-to-day operations.

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