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Nov
07
2024

After 60 Years, EP-3E Aries II Spy Plane Carries Out Final Mission In 5th Fleet Area Of Operations

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The last EP-3E Aries II of VQ-1 “World Watchers” has completed its final operational mission and

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Nov
07
2024

NASA’s X-59 Quiet Supersonic Aircraft Fires Up Engine For The First Time Ahead Of First Flight

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X-59’s engine started for testing for the first time. NASA’s Quesst (“Quiet SuperSonic Technology”)

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Nov
06
2024

Airtelis signs framework contract with Airbus for H145 helicopters to expand offshore wind operations

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Amsterdam, 6 November 2024 – Airtelis and Airbus Helicopters took the opportunity of European Rotors to announce the signature of a framework agreement for the purchase of up to five H145 helicopters, including the firm order of one. The helicopters are foreseen to be operated and used by Airtelis’ subsidiary Oya Vendée Hélicoptères, which provides support for the offshore wind industry.

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Nov
06
2024

U.S. Approves $4.92 Billion Sale of E-7 AEW&C Aircraft to South Korea

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U.S. State Department greenlights sale of four E-7 Wedgetail aircraft to strengthen South Korea’s

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Nov
06
2024

GPMS and Bell Expand Collaboration on Predictive HUMS for Bell Models

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Amsterdam (November 6, 2024) –Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, has entered into an expanded collaboration and distribution agreement with GPMS International for Foresight MX, the industry’s leading predictive Health and Usage Monitoring System (HUMS), for the Bell 407, 429, 212, and 412 series aircraft.  With this agreement, Foresight MX is now a Bell supported HUMS solution for these aircraft, and available for purchase directly through GPMS or Bell.

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Nov
06
2024

Østnes Helicopters orders 10 Airbus H125s

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Amsterdam - Airbus and Østnes Helicopters, the official distributor for Airbus Helicopters in the Nordic countries, announced a contract for ten Airbus H125s at this year's European Rotors. They will join a fleet of more than 150 H125s in the region, which mainly perform utility and aerial work missions. 

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Nov
06
2024

Leonardo and GDHF sign framework agreement to supply 10 AW189 offshore helicopters

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The world’s most successful super-medium category helicopter is set to further expand its presence in the world market, particularly for offshore transport supporting the energy industry. Leonardo and helicopter leasing company GDHF have signed a Framework Agreement to introduce ten more AW189s in the energy support market, with deliveries expected in the 2027-2029 period. The announcement was made during an official ceremony held at European Rotors in Amsterdam today. 

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Nov
06
2024

Bristow and Leonardo finalize long-term support and training agreements for AW139 and AW189 helicopters

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Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL), the global leader in innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions, and Leonardo, a global leader in aerospace, defence & security, announced they have finalized a series of long-term agreements that will enhance global fleet support and training for the AW139 and AW189 helicopters, extending into the next decade. These agreements reinforce the strong relationship between the two companies and provides continued support for operations in key markets.

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Nov
06
2024

CENTUM STRENGTHENS ITS MARKET LEADERSHIP WITH NEW BRAND, UNVEILED AT EUROPEAN ROTORS

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European Rotors, Amsterdam, 06 November 2024 – CENTUM, the specialist in airborne cellular signal intelligence and communications, has today launched its new brand identity, marking a pivotal step in its strategy to enhance its leadership in the global aeronautical mission systems market.

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Nov
06
2024

Global Medical Response to Add Fifteen IFR-Configured Bell 407GXis to its Fleet

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Salt Lake City, Utah (November 5, 2024) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the signed purchase agreement for the sale of fifteen Bell 407GXis outfitted with IFR configuration kits to Global Medical Response with an option to purchase nine additional aircraft, bringing its total fleet to 250 Bell helicopters. 

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Nov
05
2024

VX-9 ‘Vampires’ F/A-18F Super Hornet Brandishes Heavy Air-to-Air Loadout During Gray Flag 2024

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The heavy loadout, featuring four AIM-174s, three AIM-120s and two AIM-9s, first spotted on “Vandy

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Nov
05
2024

VAW-123 Retires Its Last E-2C Hawkeye to the ‘Boneyard’

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Airborne Command and Control Squadron 123 “Screwtops” have retired the E-2C to continue transition

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Nov
05
2024

Signia Aerospace Completes Acquisition of Goodrich Hoist & Winch

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Signia Aerospace, a portfolio company of Arcline Investment Management, today announced it has completed the acquisition of the Goodrich Hoist & Winch business, an industry leader in the design and manufacture of helicopter rescue hoists and aircraft cargo winches, from Collins Aerospace, an RTX Corporation business. The company will be rebranded as Onboard Systems Hoist & Winch and will operate within Signia’s Mission Systems business unit alongside brand namesake Onboard Systems International, Lifesaving Systems, and Meeker Aviation.

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Nov
05
2024

Eve, OHI and Revo Collaborate to Develop AAM Ecosystem in Brazil and Successfully Conclude First Simulation of Air Traffic Management

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São Paulo, Brazil. – Nov. 4th, 2024 – Eve Air Mobility (“Eve”) (NYSE: EVEX; EVEXW), Revo, an Advanced Air Mobility (AAM) platform in Brazil, and its parent company, Omni Helicopters International Group (OHI), announced the conclusion of an urban air traffic simulation in São Paulo as part of a strategic partnership to develop the AAM ecosystem in the city.

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Nov
05
2024

SPECTRUM AEROMED NAMES FARGO JET CENTER AS AUTHORIZED INSTALLATION CENTER

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FARGO, ND USA — Spectrum Aeromed is pleased to announce that Fargo Jet Center (FJC) has been named an Authorized Installation Center for its advanced air medical equipment and solutions. This official designation builds on a successful partnership spanning many years, further expanding the collaboration between the two companies to ensure customers receive certified, high-quality installation and support services for a variety of fixed-wing aircraft platforms.  

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Nov
05
2024

Metro Aviation Orders BETA Technologies’ eVTOL for Medical Transport

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Metro Aviation, the world’s largest family-owned, traditional air medical operator, has placed a deposit-backed order for up to 20 electric vertical takeoff and landing ALIA VTOL aircraft manufactured by electric aerospace company, BETA Technologies. Metro plans to integrate BETA’s ALIA VTOL into its existing network of air medical operations, to ultimately carry out both inter-hospital and scene transports. 

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Nov
05
2024

Bell Celebrates 100 Bell 505s Sold in Europe with Four New Orders in the United Kingdom

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Amsterdam (November 5, 2024) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today a signed purchase agreement for the 100th Bell 505 in Europe to be delivered to private operator, Adam Fawsitt. This sale is one of four Bell 505 purchase agreements signed at European Rotors 2024, all for private operators based in the United Kingdom.

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Nov
05
2024

Global Medical Response orders 28 Airbus helicopters in fleet expansion

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Salt Lake City, Utah, 5 November 2024 – Global Medical Response (GMR) has placed an order for 28 Airbus helicopters, including six H125s, five H130s, 14 H135s and three H145s, as it continues expanding its air medical fleet. Following GMR’s order of five Airbus helicopters earlier in 2024, the company will operate a fleet of nearly 200 Airbus helicopters, reinforcing its position as one of the largest operators of Airbus helicopters in North America.

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Nov
05
2024

Entrol announces the development of a new AW169 simulator, expanding its portfolio to 25 models

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Entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD, and FFS flight simulators, has announced a new milestone with the development of its latest simulator based on the AW169, a modern twin-engine helicopter renowned for its versatility in life-saving missions, including air ambulance, law enforcement, offshore, and executive transport. This new simulator is set to be completed by 2025, reinforcing Entrol’s position as a pioneer in the simulation industry.

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Nov
05
2024

China’s J-35A Stealth Fighter to be Officially Unveiled at Zhuhai Air Show

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With its arrival at Zhuhai airport, the PLAAF has officially unveiled the J-35A, the land-based

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Nov
05
2024

ITALIAN NATIONAL FIRE CORPS TO STRENGTHEN MOUNTAIN RESCUE AND FIREFIGHTING CAPABILITIES WITH SPECIALIZED AW139 HELICOPTER CONFIGURATION

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Rome, 05 November 2024 – The Italian National Fire Corps (Vigili del Fuoco, part of the Ministry of the Interior) will introduce eight AW139 intermediate twin-engine helicopters in a special configuration dedicated to mountain operations and firefighting. These aircraft, which will add to an existing fleet of 28 AW139s, are expected to be delivered starting before the end of 2025, with handover completion before mid-2026, providing a further boost to mountain rescue operations and countering fire across the country.

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Nov
05
2024

Leonardo and Intermountain Health announce milestone acquisitions at the Air Medical Transport Conference in Salt Lake City

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At this year's Air Medical Transport Conference (AMTC), Leonardo and Intermountain Health, Utah's largest healthcare system and a pioneer in innovative healthcare solutions, announced two significant milestones, Intermountain’ s lease of the first AW109 GrandNew Enhanced Training Device Virtual Extended Reality (ETD VxR) to a customer and the acquisition of an AW109 GrandNew twin-engine helicopter.

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Nov
05
2024

The Netherlands orders 12 Airbus H225M helicopters

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Paris, 5 November 2024 - The Dutch Ministry of Defence has awarded a contract to Airbus Helicopters for 12 H225Ms. The contract also includes an initial batch of support and services. The agreement was signed by  Vice-Admiral Jan Willem Hartman, Head of the Netherlands Command Materiel and IT (COMMIT) agency, and Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters during the Euronaval trade show in Paris. 

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Nov
05
2024

Entrol announces first Full Flight Simulator (FFS) Level B sale to Air Corporate, featuring AW139 model

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Entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD, and FFS flight simulators, has announced the sale of its first Full Flight Simulator (FFS) Level B to the Italian-based operator Air Corporate. The simulator, based on the AW139 model, will be installed in 2026 and is designed to deliver a comprehensive training solution that covers all mission profiles, from firefighting to offshore transport. This new achievement strengthens Entrol’s position as a key provider of cutting-edge simulation technology in the aviation industry.

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Nov
05
2024

Delta and CrowdStrike Serve One Another with Outage Lawsuits

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After Delta Air Lines served CrowdStrike Holdings Inc. with a lawsuit last week, CrowdStrike

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Nov
05
2024

United Airlines Refund Policies for 2025

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United Airlines is one of the largest commercial airlines in the world, headquartered in Chicago,

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Nov
04
2024

Prototypes of Su-57 Make Debut at Chinese Airshow, Offering Unprecedented Access to the ‘Felon’

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The two Su-57s drew public attention in Zhuhai, though the reaction and commentary about the Russian

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Nov
04
2024

Fort Worth Police Department Adds Second Bell 505 to Public Safety Fleet`

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Fort Worth, TX (November 4, 2024) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the signed purchase agreement for the sale of a second Bell 505 to the Fort Worth Police Department. 

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Nov
04
2024

TracPlus partners with Avincis to deliver next-generation operational intelligence across Europe's largest emergency aerial services fleet

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Amsterdam, Netherlands – 4 November, 2024: TracPlus has been selected by Avincis, Europe's leading provider of emergency aerial services, to deliver operational intelligence and tracking across their fleet of around 220 aircraft. The partnership, announced today ahead of European Rotors in Amsterdam, will bring together all aspects of Avincis' operations - from Emergency Medical Services to Search and Rescue and Aerial Firefighting - across their 180 bases onto one coordinated management platform.

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Nov
04
2024

Airbus signs historic contract to provide 19 H135 military training helicopters to the Royal Canadian Air Force

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Fort Erie, Canada, 4 November 2024 – Airbus Helicopters has signed a landmark contract with SkyAlyne, a joint venture between Canadian defence leaders CAE and KF Aerospace, to provide the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF) with 19 Airbus H135 helicopters to train the next generation of RCAF Pilots. The contract is part of Canada’s Future Aircrew Training (FAcT) Program and marks the first time that Airbus helicopters will fly as part of the Canadian Armed Forces.

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