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Two U-2 pilots, including a Wisconsin native, share rare insights on the legendary spy plane’s
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Ten F-35s will be deployed to Puerto Rico to take part in the ongoing U.S. counter-narcotics
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Mar
27
2025
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PHILADELPHIA, March 27, 2025—U.S. Army Special Operations Aviation Command (USASOAC) awarded Boeing [NYSE: BA] a $240 million contract to remanufacture five MH-47G Block II Chinook aircraft. Deliveries are scheduled to begin in 2027.
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Jul
06
2025
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The pilot of the electronic news gathering helicopter reported that he departed the airport on a preplanned flight to obtain video footage at four locations. After filming the four locations, but before returning to the airport, the pilot was contacted via radio about filming a fifth location due to breaking news. While over the fifth location, the cockpit fuel pump caution light illuminated, and the pilot noticed a low fuel level but elected to return to the airport rather than land at a nearby city helipad. While over the airport ramp area at 100 to 150 ft above ground level, the engine “hiccupped” and then lost all power. The pilot attempted an autorotation, but the helicopter landed hard on the ramp area. The pilot added that there were no preimpact mechanical malfunctions with the helicopter. Examination of the wreckage by a Federal Aviation Administration inspector revealed substantial damage to the fuselage. The inspector also noted that the fuel tanks were absent of fuel and the cockpit fuel gauge needle was below “E.”
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Chamblee
GA
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The Commander of the Finnish Air Force, provides some interesting insights into the progress of the
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The only USAF base in Europe and Africa with CSAR helicopters, Aviano is the last active duty base
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The recent shootdowns of Russian Su-30SM aircraft by missile-equipped USVs highlight a significant
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The Royal Thai Air Force will be the first user in Asia and the third globally to field the Gripen
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Jan
14
2025
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Torrance, CA and Campbell, TX – January 14, 2025 – Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), the world’s leading manufacturer of civil helicopters, has approved Volo Mission as an authorized Distributor for the R66 Utility helicopter in the United States. Volo Mission, a leading utility helicopter training and consulting company, provides comprehensive services and support to meet the critical demands of the external load and aerial firefighting industry.
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Robinson Helicopter Company
Volo Mission
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Feb
06
2025
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Madrid, February 6th, 2025 - Entrol, the manufacturer of EASA and FAA certified FNPT, FTD, and FFS flight simulators, proudly announces the sale of a Bell 429 FTD Level 5 simulator to Meridian Helicopters, based in Townsville, Australia. Scheduled for installation in Summer 2025, this state-of-the-art simulator represents Entrol’s commitment to delivering cutting-edge solutions for pilot training.
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Bell 429
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Meridian Helicopters
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