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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EASA Rule Change Removes Full-flight Sim Mandate

Loft Dynamics VR flight simulation training devices can fill the full-flight simulator role

Rotorcraft

September 20, 2024

Sikorsky Certifies S-92 Main Gearbox Life Extension

LifePlus methodology enables extended life for certain components

Rotorcraft

September 19, 2024

Hansen Helicopters Imports Raise Questions

Government suggests that Hansen continues to operate in violation of court orders

Regulations and Government

September 11, 2024

Sasemar Awards Another 5-year SAR Contract to Avincis

The Avincis fleet used for the SAR contract includes Leonardo AW139s and Airbus H225s

Rotorcraft

September 10, 2024

Videos

Wisk Prepares to Unveil Full-scale Autonomous eVTOL Air Taxi

Wisk Prepares to Unveil Full-scale Autonomous eVTOL Air Taxi

Aircraft

August 23, 2022

Chuck Aaron and SUU’s Helicopter Training Teaches Pilots How to Survive IIMC Situations

Chuck Aaron and SUU’s Helicopter Training Teaches Pilots How to Survive IIMC Situations

Accidents

July 27, 2022

TAI/AgustaWestland A129 ATAK Shows Aerobatic Maneuvers at Farnborough Airshow 2022

TAI/AgustaWestland A129 ATAK Shows Aerobatic Maneuvers at Farnborough Airshow 2022

Rotorcraft

July 21, 2022

Eve Unveils New-Look eVTOL Aircraft and Passenger Cabin

Eve Unveils New-Look eVTOL Aircraft and Passenger Cabin

Aircraft

July 18, 2022

More Articles

Avincis Wins Spanish Maritime Search-and-rescue Contract

Portuguese operator has supported its Spanish client for more than 30 years

Rotorcraft

September 9, 2024

Petroleum Air Expands Leonardo Helo Mx Capabilities

Egypt-based company is expanding in the Red Sea and Mediterranean

Rotorcraft

September 9, 2024

Robinson Doubles Service Life on a Dozen R66 Helo Parts

Life extension will lower R66 helicopter operating costs by 6%

Rotorcraft

September 6, 2024

Bell Delivers Custom 505 to Brazil Auto Dealer

Helicopter's paint scheme matches that of the owner's Lamborghini Aventador

Rotorcraft

September 6, 2024

Indian Air Force Drops AW119 Helicopter in Rescue Flight

Rotorcraft was stranded in mountains after carrying pilgrims to shrines

Safety

September 3, 2024

Brisbane Bids For eVTOL Air Taxis to Support 2032 Olympic Games

Urban air mobility is among several transportation upgrades the Australian city is considering

Airports

September 2, 2024

LCI Delivers Two AW139s to Babcock for EMS Operations

Striking flight path of the dragonfly motif was designed by Torres Strait Islander artist Alick Tipoti

Rotorcraft

August 30, 2024

Helo Accident Caused by Inadequate Engine Inspection

Six people were killed during a "Huey Reunion" event held in 2022

Accidents

August 30, 2024

FAA Proposes Special Conditions for Skyryse One STC

Requirements address certification for items not currently covered by existing regulations

Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

August 30, 2024

UK Government To Scrap Contract for Helicopter Flights

New contract will not be signed at the end of 2024

Rotorcraft

August 27, 2024

Bristow Ireland Gets Part 145 Mx Station Approval

MRO will support Bristow's search-and-rescue contract

Maintenance and Modifications

August 26, 2024

Sikorsky VH-92A Now Officially Marine One

Militarized S-92A transports U.S. president for the first time

Aircraft

August 20, 2024

Unither Bioelectronics Plans Hydrogen-powered Helicopters

Hydrogen fuel cells could power organ delivery flights

Rotorcraft

August 19, 2024

Light Jet Broker Aerocor Adds Helo Sales Division

Company is providing free information for potential light helicopter buyers

Rotorcraft

August 19, 2024

USAIG Gives Policyholders Access to VAI's Risk Program

ORRA program coaches help helicopter operators to be more resilient in dealing with risk

Training and Workforce

August 15, 2024

Saudi National Guard Signs for MD 530F Helo Support

In-country factory maintenance support will help improve efficiency and availability

Rotorcraft

August 14, 2024