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Apr
29
2025

ITALIAN ARMY’S HELICOPTER FLEET MODERNIZATION AND RATIONALIZATION PLAN SETS NEW MILESTONE WITH FIRST UH-169D LUH DELIVERY

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The Italian Army took a step forward in the framework of its comprehensive modernization plan with the delivery of the first UH-169D LUH (Light Utility Helicopter). The handover was carried out during an official ceremony held at the Italian Army Aviation’s Headquarters in Viterbo on 28 April in the presence of military and industry representatives and dignitaries.

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Apr
29
2025

Joby Achieves Testing Landmark with Piloted Aircraft

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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 reached a landmark moment in its aircraft test program, successfully completing flights with a full transition from vertical to cruise flight, and back again, with a pilot onboard.

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Apr
29
2025

Bell Announces Signed Purchase Agreement for First Bell 505 in the Netherlands

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Prague, Czech Republic (April 29, 2025) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced the first Bell 505 sale in the Netherlands to Gerrit Verwijs, owner of Verdegro Group, a Dutch public safety infrastructure manufacturer.

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Apr
30
2025

Greece orders eight Airbus H215 helicopters to combat forest fires

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Athens, Greece, 30 April 2025 – Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Hellenic Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection for the purchase of eight H215 helicopters (with an option for two additional aircraft) to support the combat of wildfires in the country following a tender conducted by the Project Preparation Facility of Growthfund (the National Fund of Greece) on behalf of the Ministry. This contract is supported by two European funds and aligns with the Ministry’s Aegis Programme aimed at enhancing the capabilities of the Civil Protection forces. The contract will be based on a “government owned contractor operated” (GO-CO) model for which Airbus Helicopters will be partnering with experienced H215 firefighting operators, Airtelis and SAF Hélicoptères, for the technical and operational support.

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Apr
30
2025

CAL FIRE Partners with TracPlus to Launch CATIS, a Next-Generation Platform for Wildfire Response

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LOS ANGELES, California - April 30, 2025 – TracPlus, a global leader in mission-critical intelligence for aerial firefighting, today announced its strategic partnership with CAL FIRE to launch the CAL FIRE Aviation Tracking and Information System (CATIS)—a next-generation aviation management platform designed to support the agency’s expanding operations and evolving mission needs. Powered by TracPlus’s FireFlyte software, CATIS replaces the agency’s internally developed legacy system with a faster, more flexible, and insight-driven solution.

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Apr
30
2025

FAA Accident Report: Jacksonville, FL

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AIRCRAFT MADE A PRECAUTIONARY LANDING IN A FIELD, JACKSONVILLE, FL

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May
05
2025

Bell Announces Delivery of Two Bell 407GXis to Chicago Police Department

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Fort Worth, Texas (May 1, 2025) - Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. (NYSE: TXT) company, announced that the Chicago Police Department has accepted the delivery of two Bell 407GXis, expanding their all-Bell fleet with additional public safety capabilities.

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May
05
2025

AvTask Achieves FAA Repair Station Status, Offers Award-Winning Rotor Blade Services via GSA

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WRIGHT CITY, Missouri May 1, 2025— AvTask Inc., a leading provider of CH-47 helicopter rotor blade Diagnostic and Repair services, today announced two key milestones enhancing its value to military and commercial helicopter operators worldwide.

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May
06
2025

PHI Aviation Hosts Grand Opening for New Houma Airbase

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LAFAYETTE, La. (May 6, 2025) PHI Aviation recently held a ribbon-cutting ceremony and grand opening event to mark the official opening of its new airbase in Houma. The project is the culmination of a multi-year effort to upgrade, expand and improve the company’s key operational base serving the Gulf of America.

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May
06
2025

Archer Aviation Hires Retired Brigadier General, Former UAE Attaché, Cristiano Tartaglione as Chief Operating Officer for UAE Operations

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Abu Dhabi, UAE – 4 May 2025 – Today Archer Aviation announced the hire of retired Brigadier General Cristiano Tartaglione as Chief Operating Officer for its operations in the United Arab Emirates. 

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