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Aug
15
2024

Rotor Technologies Enters Agricultural Market With World’s Largest Spray Drone

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Nashua, New Hampshire (August 13, 2024): Rotor Technologies, Inc., enters the agricultural market with the Sprayhawk, an automated crop dusting UAV. The Sprayhawk is an unmanned aircraft based on the Robinson R44 full-scale helicopter; it can carry 110 gallons and spray over 240 acres per hour. Introductory pricing is $990,000 until December 15, 2024.

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Aug
15
2024

A Longstanding Partnership: Trakkabeam® Helps Light the Way for Fairfax County Police

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Fairfax County Police Department’s Helicopter Division holds a special place in Trakka Systems’ history, having been their very first U.S. customer. Their initial investment in a TrakkaBeam A800 searchlight system back in 2012 proved to be a successful collaboration, and recently, the department upgraded to the latest TrakkaBeam Xenon TLX high-intensity models for their two Bell 429 helicopters, “Fairfax 1” and “Fairfax 2.”

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Aug
15
2024

Unither Bioelectronics Signs Agreement with Robinson Helicopter Company

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BROMONT, Québec and TORRANCE, Calif., August 14, 2024 – Unither Bioelectronics Inc. (UB), a subsidiary of United Therapeutics Corporation, and Robinson Helicopter Company (Robinson) have entered into a collaboration agreement to accelerate UB’s development of hydrogen-powered helicopters based on Robinson’s popular R44 and R66 helicopter models. This strategic collaboration is expected to accelerate the development of zero-emission helicopters and increase the likelihood of regulatory approval.

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Aug
14
2024

Poland Signs LOA for 96 Boeing AH-64E Apache Helicopters

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INOWROCŁAW, Poland, Aug. 13, 2024 — The Government of Poland has signed a Foreign Military Sales (FMS) Letter of Offer and Acceptance (LOA) for 96 Boeing [NYSE: BA] AH-64E Apache combat helicopters, as part of the Polish KRUK Attack Helicopter program.

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Aug
14
2024

Czech Police purchases an H145 FNPT II MCC flight simulator to Entrol

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Entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD and FFS flight simulators, is pleased to announce the sale of an H145 FNPT II MCC simulator to the Police of the Czech Republic. This represents a significant milestone as the first Entrol flight training device to be installed in the country, further expanding the company's footprint in Europe.

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Aug
14
2024

LCI CLOSES MULTI-HELICOPTER LEASE PLACEMENT WITH SANTOS AND PACIFIC HELICOPTERS

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 13th August, 2024:  LCI, a leading aviation company, has placed two H145D3 helicopters on lease, one direct to Santos Limited (Santos) and one to Pacific Helicopters (PHL). The placement with Santos represents LCI’s first ever direct lease to an end-user.

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Aug
14
2024

ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY’S FOURTH ‘CLIMB HIGHER’ SERIES DEMONSTRATES MODERN CAPABILITY OF THE R66 LAW ENFORCEMENT HELICOPTER

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Torrance, CA – August 13, 2024 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters shares a new ‘Climb Higher’ series featuring one of America’s premier law enforcement agencies, the Polk County Sheriff’s Office (PCSO) in Polk County Florida. In these videos, PCSO highlights the pivotal role the Robinson R66 plays in their fleet, emphasizing the aircraft’s ability to modernize operations, reduce costs, and expand aerial coverage, enhancing public safety for their community covering 2,000 square miles.

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Aug
14
2024

Future Flight Global Announces Planned Purchase of up to 116 Archer Midnight Aircraft Worth up to $580M

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SANTA CLARA, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Archer Aviation Inc. and Future Flight Global (FFG) today announced an agreement focused on the deployment of electric vertical take off and landing aircraft (eVTOL) services across top global markets.

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Aug
13
2024

AirLife Utah Honors First Responders with Special Recognition

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Tremonton, UT – Providing Utahns with fast, reliable air medical services during emergencies is a challenging task that demands seamless collaboration between local agencies on the ground. When every second counts, teamwork is crucial.  

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Aug
12
2024

NTSB Final Report: Sanford, FL

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As part of a law enforcement simulation exercise, the helicopter pilot was orbiting near the departure airport between 200 to 300 ft above ground level, at 20 to 40 knots indicated airspeed. The pilot described that while the helicopter was in a left orbit the airspeed decreased to near 0. At that time, the helicopter began to descend in a vortex ring state (VRS). Due to the low altitude, the pilot was not able to recover from VRS and entered an autorotation to a grass area on the airport. The helicopter subsequently landed hard and came to rest upright in the grass area resulting in substantial damage to the helicopter’s tail boom. The pilot reported that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions or failures of the helicopter.

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Aug
12
2024

NTSB Final Report: King Salmon, AK

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On September 4, 2023, about 1610 Alaska daylight time, a DeHavilland DHC-2 float equipped-airplane, N97EL, and a Bell 206L-4 helicopter, N193AL, were involved in a midair collision near King Salmon, Alaska. The airplane sustained minor damage; the pilot and six passengers were not injured. The helicopter was substantially damaged; the pilot received minor injuries. The airplane was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 91 business flight. The helicopter was operated as a Title 14 Code of Federal Regulations Part 135 on-demand charter flight.

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Aug
08
2024

United Aero Group Joins Nighthawk Flight Systems Family of Dealers

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Vista, Calif. – August 7, 2024: Nighthawk Flight Systems is excited to announce the addition of United Aero Group to its esteemed family of dealers. This partnership marks a significant milestone in Nighthawk's commitment to expanding its reach and delivering cutting-edge aviation technology to customers worldwide.

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Aug
08
2024

Joby Rolls Third Aircraft Off Production Line, Reports Second Quarter 2024 Financial Results

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SANTA CRUZ, Calif.--(BUSINESS WIRE)-- Joby Aviation, Inc. (NYSE:JOBY), a next-generation aviation company, today announced it has rolled its third production prototype aircraft off the company’s pilot production line in Marina, CA, with four aircraft expected to be in active flight test during the next quarter. The news came as the company issued its Second Quarter 2024 Shareholder Letter, detailing the Company’s operational and financial results for the period ending June 30, 2024. The company will host a live audio webcast of its conference call to discuss the results at 2:00 p.m. PT (5:00 p.m. ET) today.

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Aug
07
2024

MD HELICOPTERS SIGNS CONTRACT TO PROVIDE SAUDI ARMY NATIONAL GUARD WITH MD530F TECHNICAL AND LOGISTICAL SUPPORT

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Mesa, Arizona: August 07, 2024 – MD Helicopters LLC (MDH) signed a 5-year, $19M support contract with the Saudi Arabian National Guard (SANG) to provide spare parts, repair & overhaul, and in-country technical and logistical support for SANG’s 12 x MD530F helicopter flight training fleet. The contract is for a base year plus four additional option years. Under the $19 million contract, MDH will supply a field service representative and logistics technician in Saudi Arabia to support fleet maintenance and parts management. Additionally, the contract provides aircraft materials to maintain the current fleet.

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Aug
06
2024

Enstrom Dazzles Record EAA Crowd with New Helicopters, Features

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At this year’s EAA AirVenture Oshkosh, Enstrom Helicopter Corporation demonstrated to the world once again why Enstrom deserves its reputation for building amazing, safe, and high-performance helicopters.

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Aug
06
2024

VFS Appoints Adithya Ramaswami as Chair of DBVF Student Competition

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Fairfax, Virginia, USA, Aug. 5, 2024 — The Vertical Flight Society (VFS), the world’s leading non-profit organization working to advance vertical flight, today announces that Adithya Ramaswami has been appointed to serve as Chair of the Design-Build-Vertical Flight (DBVF) Student Competition, effective Aug. 1, 2024. 

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Aug
06
2024

FAA Accident Report: BRYANT, IA

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AIRCRAFT DEPARTED FROM THE PLATFORM OF A CHEMICAL TRUCK, EXPERIENCED ENGINE ISSUES, LANDED ON A HILL AND ROLLED ON ITS SIDE, BRYANT, IA.

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Aug
06
2024

Boeing Delivers First MH-139A Production Aircraft to U.S. Air Force

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PHILADELPHIA, August 5,  2024 —Boeing [NYSE: BA] has delivered the first MH-139A Grey Wolf production aircraft to the U.S. Air Force. This aircraft, part of a Low Rate Initial Production order in 2023 for 13 helicopters, will be stationed at Malmstrom Air Force Base, Montana.

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Aug
06
2024

Joby Applies for Aircraft Certification in Australia

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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 formally applied for its revolutionary aircraft to be certified for use in Australia.

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Aug
06
2024

NSW RFS Selects GPMS HUMS for Black Hawks

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6 August 2024 – GPMS International announced today that Foresight MX, aerial firefighting’s leading HUMS solution, has been selected by the New South Wales Rural Fire Service (NSW RFS) for their new Black Hawks.  

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Aug
05
2024

Bell’s Future Long Range Assault Aircraft Enters Milestone B

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Fort Worth, TX (August 5, 2024) – Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE:TXT) company, announced today the United States Army has approved the Milestone B decision for the Future Long Range Assault Aircraft (FLRAA), marking the beginning of the weapon system’s Program of Record (PoR).

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Aug
02
2024

San Diego Fire-Rescue Adds SUBARU Bell 412EPX to Expand Public Safety Fleet

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Houston, Texas (August 2, 2024) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced at APSCON 2024 that the San Diego Fire-Rescue Department has signed a purchase agreement for a SUBARU Bell 412EPX to advance its firefighting and rescue operations.     

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Aug
02
2024

Spokane County Sheriff’s Office Signs for a Bell 505, Continues Legacy of an All-Bell Helicopter Fleet

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Houston, Texas (August 1, 2024) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced a signed purchase agreement for the sale of a Bell 505 to Spokane County Sheriff’s Office during APSCON 2024, highlighting its legacy of operating an all-Bell emergency response aviation fleet. 

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Aug
02
2024

Bell Announces the Delivery of Two Bell 407GXis to Louisiana State Police Department

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Houston, Texas (August 2, 2024) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the delivery of two Bell 407GXis to Louisiana State Police at APSCON 2024, bringing their total number of Bell aircraft to nine. 

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Aug
01
2024

Rotortrade Achieves Part 145 Certification for EC120 and AS350/H125 series helicopters.

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Tallard, France – 1.08.2024 – Rotortrade, the global leader in the pre-owned helicopter industry, proudly announces that it has obtained Part 145 certification for EC120 and AS350/H125 series helicopters. This achievement enhances Rotortrade’s service offerings at its European Maintenance Center in Tallard, France, which opened earlier this year.

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Aug
01
2024

Bell 505 to Become First Aircraft to Join Peoria Police and Fire Department’s Joint Aviation Unit

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Houston, Texas (August 1, 2024) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the signed purchase agreement of a Bell 505 to the City of Peoria, Arizona during APSCON 2024, marking the first helicopter to join the Peoria Police and Fire Department’s newly-launched joint Aviation Unit that will support firefighting and law enforcement missions.  

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Aug
01
2024

Miami-Dade Police Department orders four Airbus H125 helicopters

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Houston, 1 August 2024 – The Miami-Dade Police Department has placed an order for four new Airbus H125 helicopters. These additions will enhance the department’s aerial capabilities, further strengthening its commitment to public safety and operational efficiency.

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Aug
01
2024

LAPD selects Airwolf Aerospace lithium-ion battery STC for Airbus H125

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Airwolf Aerospace has announced the Los Angeles Police Department (LAPD) Air Support Division is installing Airwolf’s Federal Aviation Administration (FAA)-approved (SR04637CH) True Blue Power TB17 advanced lithium-ion batteries for its new Airbus H125 helicopters.

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Aug
01
2024

PHI MRO Services Awarded Two (2) Bell 407 Completions by Louisiana State Police

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The Bell 407 GXi helicopters—known for their advanced avionics, powerful performance and versatile applications—will undergo comprehensive completion services at PHI’s state-of-the-art MRO facility in Lafayette, La. These services will include the installation of mission-specific equipment, avionics integration and custom interior modifications tailored to the operational needs of the Louisiana State Police. This significant contract underscores PHI MRO Services’ reputation for excellence and its role in enhancing public safety aviation capabilities by serving the law enforcement and government markets.

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Aug
01
2024

US Army Special Operations Orders Two More MH-47G Block II Chinooks from Boeing

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PHILADELPHIA, August 1, 2024 —In June, U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC) awarded Boeing [NYSE: BA] a $115 million contract to produce two more MH-47G Block II Chinook aircraft and begin advanced procurement on future helicopters. Including the new order, the Army has contracted for a total of 46 MH-47G Block II aircraft.  

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