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Rotorcraft

HAI Head Still Bullish on Helo Market

Matt Zuccaro says he’s seen this movie before and likes the ending.
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Safety

Tour Operators Mark 20th Anniversary of TOPS

TOPS was incorporated in January 1996 as tour operators hoped to improve safety and change public perception.
Charter & Fractional

2015 Revenues Climb, Profits Fall at NetJets

Revenues at NetJets jumped 5 percent thanks to higher aircraft sales, but profits fell in part due to costs of a contract signing bonuses for its pilots.

NBAA Awards Scholarships at 2016 Leadership Conference

Four flight department personnel receive financial support to attend event, earn CAM accreditation.
Maintenance and Modifications

Composite Inner Barrel for Learjet 60 Now in Production

Quiet Technology Aerospace's solution fixes corrosion issues with the original aluminum honeycomb inner acoustic barrels in the aircraft’s PW305 engines.
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Regulations and Government

Congress Puts Brakes on U.S. ATC Privatization Proposal

Short-term extension becomes more likely after ATC proposal generates substantial opposition.
Rotorcraft

Finmeccanica Stressing Lighter Product Offerings

EMS, VIP and other sectors boost the company as the oil-and-gas sector flags.
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Aspen Avionics Meet and Greet with Aerobatic Pilot Chuck Aaron

Aaron was the only pilot licensed by the FAA to perform aerobatics in a helicopter in the U.S.
Rotorcraft

Airbus H125 Getting BLR FastFins

FAA certification is expected later this year, with EASA and ANAC nods to follow.
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Rotorcraft

Global Aerospace Rolls Out New Online Portal

The system aims to simply the insurance coverage procedure or users and brokers alike.
Rotorcraft

New-look Finmeccanica Promises Strong Rotorcraft Focus

The AgustaWestland brand is expected to survive the recent restructuring of parent company Finmeccanica.
Engines

P&WC Takes On Busy R&D Agenda for Upgrades, New Engines

The engine-maker provides sneak peak at long-term vision for new common core engine.
Rotorcraft

Sikorsky Reports Progress With Demonstrators

The S-97 Raider will fly 60 hours this year, while the Matrix autonomy program will be reinforced with the UH-60A.
Rotorcraft

MDHI Secures Launch Customer for 530G

Malaysian Army Aviation will take delivery of the new variant beginning later this year.
Rotorcraft

Airbus Helicopters Gets EASA Nod for Automated Rig Approach

Optional system to cut pilot workload in offshore oil-and-gas operations.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Dallas Airmotive, H+S Expands To Cover 65 Percent of Rotorcraft Fleets

The expansion has involved a $40 million investment in new capabilities, facilities and cross training.
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Maintenance and Modifications

Vector Aerospace Certified for Airbus H130/EC130 Maintenance

Company extends rotorcraft MRO capabilities.
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Rotorcraft

Erickson Supports Australian Firefighting Fleet

Two contracts call for deployment of additional Aircranes in firefighting and timber harvesting roles.
Rotorcraft

Conklin & de Decker Updates Maintenance Programs

the newest version of its Life Cycle Cost software includes data for more than 460 aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications

Dart Aerospace Launches Maintenance Network

Dart Aerospace sets up a network of new maintenance centers throughout Canada and the U.S.
Rotorcraft

Ferreira Named Flight Instructor of the Year

Blessing Award is one of nine HAI Salute to Excellence Awards
Rotorcraft

MD Helicopters Law Enforcement Award

Lawrence keeps his unit together in tough times.
Rotorcraft

CAMTS Director Frazer Honored with Airbus Golden Hour Award

Emergency Room nurse spurs new safety criteria for airborne medical transport.
Rotorcraft

ITT Enidine Features Rotorcraft-Unique Product Line

ITT Enidine’s products are featured on Bell’s new 525 Relentless super-medium twin-engine helicopter.
Rotorcraft

Erickson Supports Navy Heavy Lift Program

The Portland, Ore., company is leveraging its experience gained in the S-54 to provide assistance for its siblings.
Rotorcraft

Florida Sheriff Department Takes Third Airbus H125

Single-engine helicopter will be used in a variety of roles.
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Rotorcraft

Trouble Continues in Brazil’s Oil Patch

Sales of helicopter services have slowed dramatically in the once-busy Brazil oil sector.
Safety

Watch Out For Lights During Running Landings

The FAA’s advice is designed to help pilots avoid damage to skids from embedded lighting systems.
Rotorcraft

Rolls-Royce Excellence in Maintenance Award Goes to Lewis

Turbomeca USA customer training manager imparts professional philosophy to maintenance technicians.
Rotorcraft

University of North Carolina Receives EMS Bell 429

Two Bell 429s have been delivered to the University of North Carolina from United Rotorcraft.