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Sikorsky’s Innovations Engineers Tackle Big Challenges

Sikorsky’s Innovations engineers are tackling issues such as slow speed, poor maneuverability, vibration, noise and cost of maintenance.
Regulations and Government

General Aviation Groups Air Concerns at HeliExpo

Seven general aviation leaders took on the big problems that plague general aviation today during an hour-long dialogue at Heli-Expo
Rotorcraft

10 Years under Tilton, MD Helicopters Announces MD 902 Upgrade

The company supplies training and armed helicopters to Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, El Salvador, Jordan, Costa Rica, Mexico and others.
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Avionics

ASU Demonstrates OWLS Lightweight Gimbaled Camera

The new OWL lightweight gimbaled camera can operate in day or night conditions is about to enter production.
Rotorcraft

Universal Avionics Has ADS-B Solution

The Ariz.-based company warns the clock is ticking on the FAA’s ADS-B compliance mandate.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Hamilton T1 Ventilator Mount Receives Certification

With the new mount the ventilator can be rotated 360 degrees, allowing technicians and flight medics to precisely position the equipment.
Rotorcraft

Curtiss-Wright Intros New Recorders, Computer and Display

Curtiss-Wright unveils multiple new products improving helicopter safety.
Avionics

FlightDeck Freedom Datalink Ready for FANS Testing

Satcom Direct’s Freedom datalink service can now be used for testing an aircraft’s capability for the Future Air Navigation System.
Rotorcraft

New Bell 407GXPs Will Get Upgraded Rolls-Royce Engines

The kit increases “hot and high” power by up to 8 percent, improves fuel efficiency by 2 percent and expands mission range and payload capability.
Rotorcraft

National Helicopter signs SRT for SAR training

Operational training and support to various countries in South America
Maintenance and Modifications

East /West brings Energy Attenuating Seats to Market

East/West’s seats suit pilots large and small.
Training and Workforce

Helicopter FTDs Rising to the Training Challenge

Moving flight simulators may be over-rated, even in helicopter training
Rotorcraft

Robinson Signs for 1,000 Rolls-Royce Engines

Helo OEM will buy 100 RR300 engines per year for the R66
Rotorcraft

Forest Service Gets Latitude Supply Load Monitoring Systems

Canadian company to supply OLMS for firefighting aircraft in the U.S.
Regulations and Government

Heli-Expo ADS-B Forum Highlights Rules and Compliance Challenges

If current ADS-B installation trends continue, many rotorcraft will not meet the FAA’s 2020 deadline for compliance.
Charter & Fractional

Maverick Helicopters EC130 Fleet Reaches 300,000 Hours

According to Airbus Helicopters, Maverick is the first operator in the world to reach this milestone.
Maintenance and Modifications

VIH Aerospace Gains EASA Approval for Airbus and Bell Helo Bubble Windows

Aftermarket retrofits are designed for simple installation with no need to modify the door.
Rotorcraft

ERAU honors Universal Helicopters for safety record

Emby-Riddle chancellor Dr. Frank Ayers presented an honorary plaque to Gordon Jiroux, president and CEO of UHI
Rotorcraft

Helinet Lands Swedish Police Contract

Company will provide the latest design in intelligence-gathering and -transmitting helicopters.
Maintenance and Modifications

JSSI Seeks To Cover More Helicopters

Independent provider of hourly cost maintenance programs recommits to helicopter market.
Rotorcraft

Bristow chooses S-92 for U.K. SAR contract fulfillment

Sikorsky intends to provide Bristow with some of the most technologically advanced S-92s available.
Maintenance and Modifications

Sikorsky’s AAG Earns FAA Honor

The helicopter maker’s VIP transport division was recognized for its high level of maintenance training.
Cabin Interior and Electronics

Metro Displays Three Recent Helo Completions

Display of first completion of the new aircraft model
Rotorcraft

China Set To Overtake Japan as Leading Asian Rotorcraft Hub

The Asia-Pacific helicopter fleet grew by 9 percent last year, according to Asian Sky Group.
Rotorcraft

Guimbal Gets FAA Approval for Cabri G2

The French manufacturer is enjoying worldwide use of its Cabri G2 helicopter
Maintenance and Modifications

Airbus Boosts Product Support As Market is Squeezed

Airbus Helicopters announced a new customer support policy, including an extended warranty
Avionics

Astronautics Demos Next-gen Helo Avionics

Company showing new helicopter avionics platform that will have synthetic vision and terrain awareness capabilities.
Rotorcraft

HNZ Group To Add Frasca AS350 Flight Training Device

Sim training is recognized by Transport Canada and HNZ’s customers as being a highly effective tool.
Rotorcraft

Bell Launches 407GXP With Massive Air Methods Order

Air Methods has ordered 200 of Bell’s new 407GXP single
Regulations and Government

Sen. Moran Expresses Concern Over GA Depreciation Talk

Moran fears that rhetoric surrounding business-aircraft depreciation schedules has psychological and economic consequences.