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Beta Technologies Opens R&D Facility in Montréal

Vermont-based eVTOL developer Beta Technologies has opened a research and development facility in Montréal.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Jung Sky adds Part 145 Maintenance at Croatia Facility

Jung Sky has added Part 145 line maintenance services for Cessna Citation 525, 525A, and 525B-series aircraft at its Zagreb Airport Base.
Jung Sky aircraft maintenance technician at work on Cessna Citation business jet

NBAA Seeks Participation with UND Healthcare Survey

NBAA is asking members to participate in a UND healthcare survey, noting that previous research found pilots may be withholding key information.
examination chair in doctor's office
Rotorcraft

Offshore Helicopter Market Poised To Bounce

New offshore energy discoveries fuel optimism regarding helicopter services.
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Fuel

Stratom and Imenco Partner on Robotic Refueling Tech

Stratom has partnered with Imenco to develop an autonomous refueling system for for industrial, aviation, defense, and offshore industries.
A robotic refueler is pictured next to a helicopter
Maintenance and Modifications

Honda Aircraft Introduces Phased Maintenance Program

HondaJet customers can soon take part in a flexible phased maintenance program for all varieties of the light twinjet.
HondaJets in maintenance facility
Avionics

Genesys Four-axis Autopilot Installed in Black Hawk

The new Genesys four-axis IFR helicopter autopilot is designed to be on full-time and provides stability augmentation in all regimes.
XP Services Black Hawk
Charter & Fractional

Chapman Freeborn Expands with Houston Office

Charter broker Chapman Freeborn is continuing its expansion into the Americas with the opening of a new dedicated office in Houston.
Chapman Freeborn's Houston staff at office ribbon cutting
Regulations and Government

House Aviation Panel Turns Focus Onto General Aviation

The House aviation subcommittee next is looking at general aviation issues as works toward a draft FAA bill.
U.S. Capitol Building
Accidents

One Killed in Challenger 300 In-flight Upset

The NTSB is looking into a "reported trim issue" that occurred before Challenger 300 N300ER experienced an in-flight upset that killed a passenger.
Bombardier Challenger 300 registered as N300ER on airport ramp

Clay Lacy Aviation Ups Scholarship Commitment to $500,000

California-based Clay Lacy Aviaiton has pledged another nearly $300,000 to its aivaiton education scholarship fund over the next four years.
Clay Lacy senior V-p Scott Cutshall posing with recent scholarship receipents

Bizav Aviation Networking Group Launches in South Texas

EJM executive aims to enhance aviation industry by creating opportunities for peers, youth, and local community.
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Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Milestone in New Five-ship Lease Deal With Aramco

Milestone is leasing three new AW139s and two H145s to Aramco.
Leonardo AW139
Rotorcraft

UND Rolls Out Vertical Aviation Pathway Program

High school students can take college courses designed to encourage a vertical aviation career.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Yellowhead Chooses CAMP Health Management Tools

Yellowed Helicopters has selected Camp Systems for aircraft health management for its 48 aircraft.
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Rotorcraft

Baur Steps In as New USHST Industry Co-chair

Chris Baur has been named industry co-chair of the U.S. Helicopter Safety Team.
Chris Baur, industry co-chair of the United States Helicopter Safety Team (USHST)
Rotorcraft

Sikorsky Honors PHI for Record Year of Australian SAR Missions

Sikorsky is formally recognizing PHI Aviation at Heli-Expo this week for a record-breaking year of SAR missions using S-92 helicopters.
PHI Aviation air ambulance
Avionics

AeroSync Max Wireless Comms Will Support C4ISR Platform

Astronautics and Nova Systems are installing search and rescue/law enforcement mission systems on an AW139 helicopter for a European operator.
C4ISR mission system
Maintenance and Modifications

Meridian Refurbishment Included In Helicopter Blue Book

Meridian's refurbishment of Bell 206L3 and L4 models is now listed in HeliValue$'s Official Helicopter Blue Book.
Bell 206L4
Avionics

RebTech Gets Approval For UH-60 Night Vision Lighting Mod

RebTech's night vision lighting system is being fitted on a UH-60A helicopter operated by HeliStream.
Reb Technologies night vision lighting
Avionics

Avidyne and IS&S Unveil Helix Avionics Upgrade

A new package for modernizing in-service helicopters combines Avidyne’s Helios flight management system and the IS&S 10.4-inch flat-panel displays.
Avidyne and Innovative Solutions & Support are jointly offering new Helix integrated flight deck.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Technisonic Introduces All-band Transceiver Option

Technisonic, a Canadian aeronautical radio and audio communications systems manufacturer, has introduced the TDFM-9100-T6 variant of its multi-band radio.
Technisonic TDFM-9100
Aircraft

Airo Group Commits to SPAC-backed Nasdaq Listing

The U.S. group includes eVTOL aircraft developer Jaunt, Aspen Avionics, and several drone operations and flight training subsidiaries.
Jaunt Air Mobility's Journey eVTOL aircraft.
Charter & Fractional

Bestfly and Krimson Agree On International Tie-up

Bestfly and Krimson form joint venture in Africa to further business aviation development on the continent.
Nuno Pereira, Morry Davislaunch, and Ronaldo Alphonso at signing table with documents for joint venture BFK Aviation launch

NBAA Draws Record Crowd for Leadership Conference

After the 2023 Leadership Conference had record attendance, NBAA president Ed Bolen said he believes other events this year will build on that momentum.
Nascar driver and entrepreneur Brad Keselowski
Rotorcraft

Enstrom Helicopter Builds Back Better

Under new ownership, Enstrom Helicopter has restarted its production line and has several upgrades in the works.
Enstrom 480B helicopter
Rotorcraft

Racer Readying for First Flight

Airbus is preparing its "rapid and cost-efficient aircraft" or Racer high-speed demonstrator to begin flight testing this year.
Airbus Racer
Rotorcraft

FAA Qualifies Coptersafety Level D Simulators

Finland-based Coptersafety offers pilot training in the Airbus Helicopters H145 and Leonardo AW139 and AW169.
Coptersafety Airbus H145D2 simulator
Rotorcraft

Leonardo Chasing the Ambulance Market at Heli-Expo

Leonardo will display an EMS-configured AW169 medium twin helicopter at this year's Heli-Expo.
Leonardo AW169 ambulance
Engines

GE Continues Progress On Engine, Support Programs

GE Aviation engines will power the new Bell 525 and the Army's FARA aircraft.
Bell 525