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Bell studies new tail-rotor concept
The head of Bell’s new X-Worx center in Arlington, Texas, told AIN that his team is working on a new type of anti-torque device that is “unlike anything yo
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R&D Center Loses Funding
American Helicopter Society (AHS) president Rhett Flater warns that the rotorcraft industry risks losing one of three university-based Rotorcraft Centers o
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Look Ma, No hands, No feet
Boeing has flown its Unmanned Little Bird (ULB) technology demonstrator without a safety pilot for the first time.
The modified MD 530F lifted off f
The modified MD 530F lifted off f
Regulations and Government
London government looks at helicopter noise
A committee within the London Assembly is investigating the issue of helicopter noise in Britain’s capital.
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Faster Filling for Firefighters
Simplex has introduced a new DC electric hover pump for its Fire Attack helicopter firefighting system that it says slashes fill times by nearly 50 percent
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Bloodied but Unbowed
With the appointment of a new manager to lead its bid for a joint civil/military UK Search and Rescue service, Bristow Helicopters is giving notice of its
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Russia eyes China's Heavy-lift Market
Russian manufacturer Rostvertol is establishing a joint venture with Lectern Aviation Supplies in Hong Kong to promote its Mi-26T heavy-lifter in the Peopl
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AgustaWestland Makes Mark in Asia
As part of a modernization program for its helicopter fleet, AgustaWestland will supply four A109 Powers to Japan’s National Police Agency.
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San Diego Buys a Bell Too
After a competitive tender, San Diego County has approved a sheriff’s department request to buy a new Bell 407.
Sightseeing market a boon for Eurocopter’s EcoStar
Investing in a new helicopter is not a decision to be made lightly–especially for a mom-and-pop operation working in a particularly volatile market sector.
Regulations and Government
HAI launches disaster-relief database, invites volunteers
Last month the Helicopter Association International (HAI) rolled out its First Responder program–an online database of helicopter operators who, in the eve
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Extra Comfort for S-92 Crew
Sikorsky has taken delivery of a new, ergonomically improved crew seat for the S-92.
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Latvia To Get A109 Powers
The Latvian Border Guard has ordered two Agusta A109 Powers to increase its border-patrol capabilities before joining the European Union’s Schengen (open b
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PZL Swidnik Delivers 500th Airframe
PZL Swidnik in Poland has handed over its 500th airframe–an AW139–to AgustaWestland, marking 10 years of cooperation between the two companies.
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NVG Specialists Reach STC Milestone
Aero Dynamix has received an 11th STC approval for a night vision goggle (NVG)-compatible cockpit modification, this time for the Eurocopter AS 350B3.
FBOs
Second heliport proposed for London
London City Airport (LCY) has broached the subject of an east London heliport to cater to the capital’s helicopter traffic.
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Rotorart for Mozart
This example of public art is currently on display in the Residentsplatz in Salzburg, Austria, as part of the city’s 200th anniversary celebrations of its
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Oil industry drives N. Sea helo fleet expansion
The upsurge in oil and gas activity is putting increasing strain on helicopter operators’ ability to serve their offshore customers, and highlighting a pot
Maintenance and Modifications
Jet-Care Analysis for Helicopters
Demand for engine oil and debris analysis from laboratories in Europe and the U.S.
Avionics
In-flight Monitoring System Rewarded
Flight-tracking specialist OuterLink was presented an award during the American Helicopter Society symposium in Phoenix last month.
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First European Customer for S-76D
Sikorsky will sell two S-76Ds to Premier Aviation Services of Ireland, for VIP and business travel use.
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Civil/Military Future for British SAR
Further details have been announced about the future of the UK’s helicopter search-and-rescue service.
Spanish firm readies for firefighting season
Right now more than 250 aircraft–the majority of them helicopters–are positioned around Spain, to address what everyone expects to be another busy summer o
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Island Shuttle Flights
Helisureste also offers scheduled services, flying from Malaga to the Spanish territory of Ceuta, on the North African coast, and from Malta to its Mediter
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African Nation Goes Rotary
The southern African state of Botswana wants to acquire four helicopters for a new law-enforcement unit.
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Keystone Takes on Sikorsky Production
Keystone Helicopter is seeking an FAA production certificate to manufacture the S-76 and S-92 at its Coatesville, Pa.
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Taylor Adds EC 145 to Fleet
A Eurocopter EC 145 will be introduced to Gulf of Mexico operations by Taylor Energy, a New Orleans-based independent oil and gas production company.
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NYC Schedule Takes Off
US Helicopter’s (USH) scheduled service between Manhattan’s Wall Street heliport and JFK Airport carried 335 passengers during its first week of operation.
