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Dec
23
2024

BAE Systems Tests Unique ‘Tilt Body’ STRIX VTOL UAS in Australia

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STRIX draws on proven technologies used in the MQ-28A Ghost Bat loyal wingman, another

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Aug
12
2025

Pilot banned for life from Nantucket Airport after lengthy feud

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Nantucket homeowner and longtime pilot, Bob Walsh, was permanently banned on August 7 from flying in

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Apr
21
2025

UAVOS AI Software Reduces Inspection Reporting Time by 70%

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UAVOS, a developer of unmanned aerial technologies and software solutions, tested its new AI-powered software platform designed to automatically analyze, interpret, and manage large volumes of drone inspection data. The AI Report Generator solution addresses a critical industry need to convert massive drone-collected imagery into fast, actionable intelligence - without manual review.  UAVOS’ new software solution has been leveraged in the projects and reduced inspection-to-report turnaround time by over 70%. 

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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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Nov
20
2025

SKYTRAC and Airbus Helicopters Announce Real-Time Helionix Alerting Solution

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COLOGNE, GERMANY, November 18, 2025 - SKYTRAC Systems Ltd (SKYTRAC) and Airbus Helicopters (Airbus) have announced the launch of a line-fit, real-time Helionix alerting solution that is available on H135, H145, H160, and H175 rotorcraft. This solution will allow operators to receive operational data from the helicopter while in-flight.

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Tags: Airbus SKYTRAC
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Jan
10
2025

2024 SC FAASTeam Designated Mechanic Examiner of the Year

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The 2024 SC FAASTeam Designated Mechanic Examiner of the Year is James Crocker.  Congratulations and

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Jul
28
2025

France’s ‘Archange’ SIGINT Aircraft Flies for the First Time

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The Archange, based on the Dassault Falcon 8X, will replace the two Transall C-160G Gabriel SIGINT

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Aug
26
2025

Rapper Rick Ross shows off custom Gulfstream G550, luxury hangar in Miami

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?Rapper and record executive Rick Ross showed off his Gulfstream G550 and private hangar in a newly

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Feb
18
2025

Helicopter Institute Partners with Dr. Dudley Crosson and Delta P to Strengthen Safety Management System and Expand Safety Training

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[Fort Worth, TX] – February 5, 2025 – Helicopter Institute is proud to announce a strategic partnership with Dr. Dudley Crosson and Delta P to enhance our Safety Management System (SMS) and expand safety training opportunities for the helicopter industry. As part of this collaboration, Dr. Crosson will serve as Director of Safety and Aeromedical Programs, bringing his extensive expertise in aviation safety, human factors, and aeromedical considerations to further elevate our safety initiatives.

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Sep
22
2025

COPTERSAFETY ORDERS NEW AW139 FULL FLIGHT SIMULATOR FROM TRU SIMULATION

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Coptersafety and TRU Simulation signed an agreement for a new AW139 Level D Full Flight Simulator (FFS) for Coptersafety’s facility in Finland adjacent to Helsinki International Airport.

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