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ASHBURN, Va. – March 11, 2025 – Curtiss-Wright’s Defense Solutions Division today announced it has been awarded an approximately $50 million firm-fixed-price Indefinite Delivery, Indefinite Quantity (IDIQ) contract by Naval Air Systems Command to provide its high-speed data acquisition systems hardware and associated repair services in support of the Naval Air Systems Command Special Flight Test Instrumentation Pool. The contract, which is scheduled to run through January 2030, covers Curtiss-Wright's full line of flight test instrumentation products, including data acquisition units, network switches, data recorders, network gateways, Ethernet radios, RF transmitters, C-Band transponders, and high-speed cameras supporting fixed-wing and rotary military aircraft. This contract will support numerous platforms including the F-35, F-18, CH-53K, E-2D, EA-18, C-130, and future U.S. Navy development programs.
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The preliminary findings reveal a concerning history of near-miss incidents around Ronald Reagan
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2025
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Dallas, U.S., 11 March 2025 - Metro Aviation and Airbus Helicopters have signed an agreement for up to 36 H140 helicopters in the emergency medical services (EMS) sector. Metro Aviation is one of the launch customers for the new H140 helicopter that was unveiled at the vertical lift industry show VERTICON in Dallas, Texas.
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2025
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Dallas, 11 March 2025 – Aero Asahi Corporation (Aero Asahi), one of Japan’s leading general aviation service providers, announced at Verticon 2025 (Dallas, TX, 11-13 March) orders for two more Leonardo AW169 light intermediate helicopters. These new aircraft, which add to the AW169 purchased in early 2024 marking the first Agusta-branded VIP helicopter in the Japanese market and planned to be delivered within Spring, will be used respectively for passenger services and premium VVIP charter services with deliveries expected in 2026.
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2025
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Dallas, 11 March 2025 - Leonardo is excited to celebrate the successful partnership between HeliService USA and Sabine Bank Pilots, marking a key milestone in the US harbor pilot industry with the introduction of the AW169 intermediate twin engine helicopter. Sabine Bank Pilots, a highly skilled organization responsible for safely guiding vessels through the Sabine-Neches Waterway - one of Texas’ most vital shipping routes - will now integrate advanced aviation support into its operations. HeliService USA, the first and only helicopter operator dedicated to supporting offshore wind development in the United States, is expanding its capabilities to serve this new sector.
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2025
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Dallas, U.S., 11 March 2025 - ADAC Luftrettung, ÖAMTC Flugrettung and Airbus Helicopters have signed an agreement for the purchase of ten H140 helicopters, of which each operator will receive five. The German and Austrian helicopter emergency medical services operators are amongst the launch customers for the new H140 helicopter that was unveiled today at the vertical lift industry show, VERTICON, in Dallas, Texas. For ADAC Luftrettung, the agreement also includes the acquisition of three H135 helicopters and one H145.
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11
2025
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Enstrom Helicopter Corporation is partnering with a new service center to better serve its customers. Heli-Lynx Helicopters is now authorized to perform maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on both piston and turbine Enstrom models. Located in Southern Ontario, Heli-Lynx has offered premium support for private and commercial helicopter operators worldwide since 2002.
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2025
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Dallas, U.S., 11 March 2025 – Westair Helicopters has signed a multi-services HCare In-Service contract to support their fleet of three H225 helicopters. Westair Helicopters recently introduced the versatile H225 aircraft into its fleet to carry out offshore energy operations at its Lüderitz base in Namibia. With its extended range, the H225 fleet will support an exploration campaign with TotalEnergies.
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2025
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Dallas, 11 March 2025 - At Verticon 2025 (Dallas, TX, 11-13 March) Leonardo and Petroleum Air Services (PAS) announced a further reinforcement of their collaboration to deliver effective and safe helicopter operations supporting the energy industry in Egypt. PAS signed to procure five AW169 light intermediate twin engine 4.8t helicopters with skid undercarriage. These aircraft are expected to be delivered starting in the third quarter of 2026 or earlier and will carry out offshore transport, crew change and emergency response missions from the eastern desert region.
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2025
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Dallas, 11 March 2025 – Leonardo and the North Slope Borough (NSB) of Alaska are proud to announce the entry of two new AW189 super medium helicopters. The advanced aircraft, specifically outfitted with specialized EMS interiors, are set to significantly elevate the capabilities of the North Slope Borough's Search and Rescue (SAR) and Emergency Medical Services (EMS) across its expansive 95,000 square-mile service area, located entirely above the Arctic Circle. These state-of-the-art AW189 helicopters will replace the Borough's current helicopter fleet and operate continuously, day and night, to perform essential missions. These missions include SAR operations to locate and assist distressed individuals, Emergency Medical Services that provide immediate medical care to those injured or critically ill, Inter-Facility Medical Transport to transfer patients between medical centers, and Emergency Supply Transport.
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2025
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Dallas, 11 March 2025 - Gama Group Limited (“Gama Aviation”) and Leonardo announced a further reinforcement of their collaboration in delivering and maintaining advanced rotorcraft capabilities to UK with an order for five more helicopters for emergency medical service (EMS) and Energy support operations. The announcement was made during Verticon 2025 (Dallas, TX, 11-13 March).
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2025
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Dallas, TX – 11 March 2025 – European Heli Center (EHC) and Reiser Simulation and Training GmbH (REISER) are proud to announce a significant contract: REISER will deliver an H135/H145 Level D full-flight simulator to the brand new European Heli Center based at Lelystad Airport, near Amsterdam.
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2025
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Dallas, U.S., 11 March 2025 – Air Methods, the leading air medical provider in the U.S., is expanding its fleet with the addition of new Airbus helicopters. The agreement includes the acquisition of H140 helicopters, as well as 10 H125s and 11 H135s, to support air medical missions across the country.
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2025
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Dallas, U.S., 11 March 2025 - STAT MedEvac and Airbus Helicopters have signed an agreement for up to three H140 helicopters in the emergency medical services (EMS) sector. STAT MedEvac is one of the first customers of the new H140 helicopter that was unveiled at the vertical lift industry show VERTICON in Dallas, Texas.
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2025
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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 2025 Whirly-Girls Scholarship Awards. The scholarships will be awarded at the Whirly-Girls Annual Gala during VERTICON in Dallas, Texas. The largest scholarship program in the helicopter industry is made possible with the support of aviation leaders and 46 scholarships were presented to deserving female aviators and maintainers.
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2025
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DALLAS (March 11, 2025) – PHI MRO Services, a global leader in helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, recently delivered the first of two Bell 407 GXis to Louisiana State Police (LSP) as part of a completion contract awarded in August 2024.
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2025
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DALLAS (March 11, 2025) – PHI MRO Services, a global leader in helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul (MRO) services, recently delivered the first of two Bell 407 GXis to Louisiana State Police (LSP) as part of a completion contract awarded in August 2024.
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In 1985, an ailing solar observation satellite in orbit over 300 miles above the Earth was the
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2025
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Dallas, U.S., 11 March 2025 - ADAC Luftrettung, ÖAMTC Flugrettung and Airbus Helicopters have signed an agreement for the purchase of ten H140 helicopters, of which each operator will receive five. The German and Austrian helicopter emergency medical services operators are amongst the launch customers for the new H140 helicopter that was unveiled today at the vertical lift industry show, VERTICON, in Dallas, Texas. For ADAC Luftrettung, the agreement also includes the acquisition of three H135 helicopters and one H145.
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Dallas, U.S., 11 March 2025 - Global Medical Response (GMR) and Airbus Helicopters have signed an agreement for up to 15 H140 helicopters in the emergency medical services (EMS) sector. GMR is one of the launch customers for the new H140 helicopter that was unveiled at the vertical lift industry show VERTICON in Dallas, Texas.
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2025
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Dallas, U.S., 11 March 2025 – Offshore helicopter operator PHI Aviation began commercial operations off the Louisiana Coast on 6 March, 2025 for international energy company Shell plc with one H160, capping off a successful route-proving partnership. The helicopter is the first from the worldwide H160 fleet to conduct offshore commercial transportation missions.
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2025
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DALLAS AND TORRANCE, CA – March 11, 2025 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world's leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, shared two design-forward R66 helicopters as part of the refreshed R66 NxGTM at Verticon in Dallas. The ‘next generation’ aircraft mark a significant milestone, coinciding with the 15th anniversary of the original R66, which began production in 2010. Refreshed inside and out, the R66 NxG offers new technology and standard safety equipment, including an impact resistant windshield and a 2-axis autopilot standard. The R66 NxG also includes updated materials, and new paint schemes while remaining mission-capable, making the R66 more premium and accessible.
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2025
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Dallas, Texas (March 11, 2025) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced today at VAI Verticon 2025 that Air Methods has signed a Master Purchasing Agreement for up to 27 aircraft, including fifteen IFR-configured Bell 407GXis with an option to purchase an additional twelve aircraft in the future. This agreement comes on the heels of Air Methods’ recent signed purchase agreement for a Bell 429.
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2025
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Enstrom Helicopter Corporation is proud to announce new options for pilots who wish to add head-turning style and comfort to an already stellar product. The 480B Elite includes all the top-of-the-line features Enstrom Helicopter has to offer, including exclusive paint and interior styles. The 480B Signature will become the new baseline for what Enstrom will market to owner operators, with optional upgrades available.
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2025
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Dallas, U.S., 11 March 2025 - Airbus Helicopters has introduced its H140 at the vertical lift industry show VERTICON in Dallas, Texas. The multi-mission helicopter raises the bar in the light twin-engined category, for performance, cost-effectiveness, and passenger and crew comfort. The H140 is a 3-tonne class rotorcraft that complements Airbus Helicopters' current light twin offering for the emergency medical services, passenger transport, and private and business aviation markets. The entry into service of the helicopter is planned in 2028 for the emergency medical services segment.
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The Project Legacy flight was a ‘unique opportunity for all aircraft platforms across Marine Air
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Under contract to deliver two 747-8i jets to become the new Air Force One fleet, Boeing has pushed
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2025
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Toulouse, France - March 11, 2025 - Ascendance just announced it has selected ENGINeUS, the first EASA-certified electric motor, developed by Safran Electrical & Power, for the prototype flying ATEA, its hybrid-electric vertical take-off and landing (VTOL) aircraft.
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2025
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ZURICH and BOSTON (Mar. 11, 2025) — Loft Dynamics, the global leader in qualified virtual reality (VR) flight simulation training devices, today announced the worldwide release of its highly anticipated Airbus H145 VR simulator—the first-ever VR flight simulator for this widely used rotorcraft. Designed to support the demanding training needs of H145 operators across air ambulance, law enforcement, and military missions, the new simulator provides a high level of accessibility, realism, and efficiency.
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