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Dec
12
2023

PRECISION AVIATION GROUP (PAG) ANNOUNCES NEW STRATEGIC APPOINTMENT: CHIEF HUMAN RESOURCES OFFICER

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Atlanta, Georgia – December 11, 2023.  – Precision Aviation Group (PAG), a leading provider of products and value-added services to the aerospace and defense industries worldwide, announces the appointment of Kyle McGillivray, to the newly created role of Chief Human Resources Officer (CHRO). 

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Tags: PAG Precision Aerospace Group
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Dec
12
2023

ROBYN EAGLES APPOINTED HEAD OF GLOBAL MARKETING AND COMMUNICATIONS AT ROBINSON HELICOPTER COMPANY

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TORRANCE, CA – DECEMBER 12, 2023 – Robinson Helicopter Company, a global leader in civilian rotorcraft, appoints Robyn Eagles as head of global marketing and communications. Eagles, an experienced marketing and communications professional with more than 25 years of experience in the advanced mobility sector, takes over the role previously held by Terry Hane. In this position, Eagles will oversee brand strategy, marketing, public relations, global dealer relations, and sales for Robinson Helicopter Company.

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Dec
13
2023

Helicopter Association International (HAI) Celebrates 75 Years of Advancing Vertical Aviation Worldwide

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Alexandria, Va. (Dec. 13, 2023) – Helicopter Association International (HAI) is proud to commemorate its 75th anniversary, marking three-quarters of a century dedicated to growing, shaping, protecting, and strengthening the international vertical aviation industry. Founded on Dec. 13, 1948, by a visionary group of 16 individuals who formed the Helicopter Council, HAI has since evolved into a global force representing thousands of operators, pilots, maintenance technicians, manufacturers, and suppliers across 65 countries.

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Dec
14
2023

Airbus Helicopters and German Armed Forces sign largest H145M contract

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Donauwörth – The German Bundeswehr and Airbus Helicopters have signed a contract for the purchase of up to 82 multi-role H145M helicopters (62 firm orders plus 20 options). This is the largest order ever placed for the H145M and consequently the largest for the HForce weapon management system. The contract also includes seven years of support and services, ensuring optimal entry into service. The German Army will receive fifty-seven helicopters, while the Luftwaffe's special forces will receive five.

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Tags: Airbus Helicopters H154M The German Bundeswehr
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Dec
14
2023

LEONARDO CELEBRATES 700TH HELICOPTER DELIVERY FROM US PRODUCTION LINE

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Philadelphia, 14 December 2023 – In November, the 700th American-made helicopter was delivered from Leonardo ‘s production line in Philadelphia, representing an enormous milestone achievement in the United States that speaks to the technical maturity of its industrial operations in the U.S. The actual 700th aircraft, an AW119Kx single engine, was delivered to the Florida Department of Agriculture and Consumer Services (FDACS).

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Dec
14
2023

FAA Accident and Incident Notification: STORM LAKE, IA

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AIRCRAFT SUSTAINED A BIRS STRIKE THAT PUNCTURED THE WINDSCREEN WHILE ENROUTE TO A PATIENT PICKUP AT SLB. PILOT SUSTAINTED A STRIKE TO THE HEAD DURING THE EVENT.

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Dec
14
2023

United States Navy And Lockheed Martin Successfully Test Key Capabilities Of Advanced Off-Board Electronic Warfare System

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BETHESDA, Md. – Lockheed Martin (NYSE: LMT) supported a successful government test of the Advanced Off-Board Electronic Warfare (AOEW) system’s electronic attack capabilities while installed on a U.S. Navy MH-60R helicopter. This marked the first time in the program’s development the system was able to perform engagement testing, demonstrate the ability to deter threats, and quantify system performance, while integrated and controlled by the target platform. 

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Tags: AOEW Lockheed Martin MH-60R US Navy
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Dec
18
2023

COPTERSAFETY NOW OFFERING FAA H145 TRAINING

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Coptersafety is pleased to announce the addition of Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) approved H145 Initial, Airline Transport Pilot (ATP), and Recurrent training programs to our FAA Part 142 Training Center certification.

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Dec
18
2023

Trakka Systems Helps Elevate Dutch Police Aviation Operations

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Trakka Systems, a leading player in providing critical vision technology to law enforcement and government agencies, has equipped the Dutch Police Aviation Service with state-of-the-art searchlights.

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Dec
18
2023

Hillsboro Aviation becomes an authorized Airbus Helicopters Service Center

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HILLSBORO, Oregon (December 18, 2023) – Hillsboro Aviation is pleased to announce it has been designated as an authorized Airbus Helicopters Service Center by Airbus Helicopters. In 2016, Hillsboro was appointed Airbus Helicopter’s first-ever North American commercial sales agent in the aircraft manufacturer’s 47-year history.

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Tags: Airbus Airbus Helicopters Hillsboro Aviation
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