Rotorcraft

News and issues regarding all manner of civil and military rotorcraft and their powerplants, including helicopters, tilt rotors and unmanned air vehicles.

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Robinson Delivers First R44 Cadets

Company announced the helicopter earlier this year and has previously delivered models to customers in Australia.

Aircraft

November 2, 2016

Bell 525, 505 gets MAGed

Bell Helicopter (Booth 219) and Mecaer unveiled the MAGnificent VVIP 8 passenger interior for the Bell 525 super-medium twin helicopter

Aircraft

November 2, 2016

Bell Helicopter Starts Talks For Chinese Production of 407GXP

The agreement involves Shaanxi Aviation Industry Development Co. Ltd. and Xi'an Helicopter Company.

Rotorcraft

November 1, 2016

Leonardo Sells Five More AW169s in Brazil

Deal boosts its total order book, including firms orders, framework agreements and options for the model, to more than 150.

Aircraft

October 31, 2016

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Another EMS Helicopter Hit by Drunk Driver

Helicopter was knocked on its side and heavily damaged, as was a nearby fire truck.

Rotorcraft

October 24, 2016

Bell Helicopter Strengthens Global Support

The rotorcraft maker looks to enhance its European service network capabilities.

Maintenance and Modifications

October 19, 2016

TRU Expanding Helicopter Sim Offerings

The company is focusing on ensuring seat-of-the-pant feel in its simulators.

Rotorcraft

October 18, 2016

Bell Training Facility in Spain to Open by Year-end

Center is designed to serve the training needs of European customers, beginning with pilot training on the Bell 429.

Rotorcraft

October 17, 2016

Norwegian Report Airs North Sea Concerns

The purpose of the report is to evaluate its commercial and safety policies and implement improvements.

Rotorcraft

October 15, 2016

CHC Recapitalizes with $450 Million

The plan is part of a court-supervised reorganization process.

Rotorcraft

October 14, 2016

Battery-powered R44 Helicopter Flies

The tests are part of an effort to produce and electrically powered semi-autonomous helicopter for organ delivery.

Rotorcraft

October 14, 2016

Helitech Orders Underscore AW169 EMS Credentials

Leonardo now holds orders for more than 150 AW169s.

Rotorcraft

October 12, 2016

LCI Sees Recovering Market for Leased Helicopters

Diversification proves key for the leasing company.

Rotorcraft

October 12, 2016

FastFin for Airbus H125 Nears Certification

Deliveries will begin shortly after certification.

Rotorcraft

October 12, 2016

Slovenian Police To Receive Linx-equipped H135

The helicopter can be configured for missions beyond law enforcement.

Rotorcraft

October 12, 2016

Public Services H175 Completes First Test Campaign

Certification is planned for next year.

Rotorcraft

October 12, 2016

German Police Super Pumas Get Cockpit Upgrade

Heli-One fitted the German police service's AS332L/L1 helicopters with a new flight management system and displays from Universal Avionics.

Rotorcraft

October 11, 2016

Marenco Set To Add Third SKYe SH09 Prototype to Test Program

The new Swiss single-engined helicopter is due to complete certification in late 20117.

Rotorcraft

October 11, 2016

JSSI Adds H130 Parts-only Program, New Customer

The news at Helitech International, included the hourly cost maintenance provider's announcement six new aircraft have been enrolled in its engine program.

Maintenance and Modifications

October 11, 2016

Corail Launches Airbus Fleet Keeper Management Program

The management program is part of the OEM's HCare effort.

Rotorcraft

October 11, 2016