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Rotorcraft

CAMP Systems Previews New Mx-tracking Programs

CAMP Systems is joined by Inventory Locator Services (ILS) that CAMP acquired from Boeing last year.
Aircraft

Marines Start Building Frontline F-35C Force

The Marine Corps is acquiring 80 carrier-capable F-35Cs that will take their part in the U.S. Navy carrier deployment cycle.
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Rotorcraft

Applied Video Imaging Extends Its Warranty to Three Years

The producer of rugged video system components has extended its warranty period from two years to three years.
Accidents

Bryant Helo Crash Leaves Large Debris Field, Crater

NTSB says fatal flight impacted terrain at an elevation of 1,085 feet.
Regulations and Government

NBAA, GAMA Hope To Streamline Part 91 LOA Process

NBAA, GAMA and FAA working group has formally proposed ways to streamline FAA's letters of authorization process for Part 91 operators.
Rotorcraft

Air Center Helicopters Gets First CAMTS' Special Ops OK

Air Center Helicopters is supporting personal recovery and casualty evacuation in Northwest Africa. Medical teams consist of two paramedics.
ATC

FAA's Denver Metroplex Plan Is a Go

FAA announcement comes after a finding of no significant impact/record of decision for the project.
Regulations and Government

NATA Joins DOT Effort To End Human Trafficking

The aviation business advocacy organization has signed the DOT's “Transportation Leaders Against Human Trafficking" pledge.
Rotorcraft

Bell Chalks Up Orders

At Heli-Expo Bell announces the first customer order for a public service-configured Bell 505 Jet Ranger X.
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Aircraft

Preowned Biz Aircraft Market Saw Bumpy End To 2019

But Asset Insight's report expects most of the business aircraft market to see a rebound in the first quarter of 2020.
Unmanned Aerial Vehicles

Schiebel Camcopter Supports River Pollution Emergency

The Camcopter has found myriad uses as a surveillance UAV, and has added emergency response to its repertoire.
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Charter & Fractional

Charter Operator Finds Growth in Move to BED Airport

Waltzing Matilda Aviation says it more than doubled revenue in 2019 from December 2018 move to Hanscom Field/Bedford (Massachusetts) Airport.
Airlines

Bulgaria Air Prepares Fleet Modernization and Expansion Plan

The Sofia-based full-service carrier aims to deploy a single type of narrowbody aircraft across its regional and international network.
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Aircraft

Kremlin Confirms Su-57 Commitment as Foreign Orders Loom

Following the crash of the first production Su-57 in December, Russian politicians have been quick to support the program to keep export hopes on track.
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Rotorcraft

Blueberry Reaches Juicy Milestone

Monaco-based aircraft brokerage Blueberry Aviation has notched its 400th rotorcraft transaction since its founding in 2003.
Rotorcraft

Sikorsky Firms Timeline for New S-92 Variants

Sikorsky has set a timetable for the roll-out of the A+ upgrade kit for legacy S-92 helicopters and the launch of the new S-92B model .
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Rotorcraft

Viola Takes the Stick as HAI's Conductor

James Viola takes over as head of Helicopter Association International, following the retirement of long time president and CEO Matt Zuccaro.
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Rotorcraft

MD Helicopters Reroutes Back To Universal Avionics InSight

Insight will be a full solution and enhance the aircraft’s capability for IFR, VFR and all types of operations. Insight is near certification.
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Accidents

Bryant's Helicopter In Rapid Descent Before Fatal Crash

Helicopter in fatal flight that killed basketball superstar Kobe Bryant and eight others descended at nearly 5,000 fpm prior to crash.
Rotorcraft

Bell Brings 2020 Vision to Heli Show

Jet Ranger X avionics and HUMS option, 407GXi single-pilot IFR approval, and upgraded 412/429 flight deck among Bell’s announcements at Heli-Expo
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Cobham Unveils Titan Digital Connectivity Line

Cobham offers high-end Bluetooth and spatial separation features in a smaller, lighter package than conventional multi-box communications platforms.
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JSfirm and NEMSPA Ink Job-posting Deal

The National EMS Pilots Association has forged a deal with JSfirm.com to share aviation job posting information.
Rotorcraft

Three New Sikorsky S-70i Firehawks Grace Heli-Expo

The new Firehawks on display this week at Heli-Expo will soon be available to siphon and drop water, perform hoist rescues, and provide medical transport.
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Rotorcraft

EMS Pilot’s Organization Debuts New Website

Non-profit National EMS Pilot’s Association unveils new “user-friendly” website at Heli-Expo.
Avionics

Luma Touts New LED Master Caution Panel

Bellevue, Washington-based Luma Technologies is showcasing it new LED upgrade suite for the UH-60 and S-70 platforms at Heli-Expo 2020.
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Cabin Interior and Electronics

Alpine Aerotech Intros Digital VFR Solution for Bell 212

Canada’s Alpine Aerotech reports receiving FAA and EASA STCs for digita Bell 212 VFR flight instruments and will “price the kit aggressively.”
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Maintenance and Modifications

Cadorath Touts Rolls-Royce M250 Overhaul Capabilities

Cadorath has completed first deliveries of repaired and overhauled Rolls-Royce M250 engine series IV outer combustion cases.
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Aircraft

AEM Outfits New Sikorsky, Enstrom Platforms

Anodyne Electronics Manufacturing Corp. selected for Sikosrsky S-70i Firehawk loudspeakers, and Enstrom 280B Master Caution Panel.
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ASG Fills Out Recruiting Roles with Knupp, Firmstone

Knupp and Firmston are joining Aviation Search Group as the firm looks to keep up with growth in its recruiting business.
Rotorcraft

Performance Packages Increase Power, Payload for AW169

Leonardo is developing two new performance packages for the AW169 medium twin.
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