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Rotorcraft

NEMSPA Invites Future EMS Pilots To Launch Careers

Event encourages networking and learning from industry experts
Engines

MagniX Announces Helistorm Family of Electric Engines

Robinson Helicopters CEO supports new electric propulsion initiative
MagniX Helistorm electric engine for helicopters
Training and Workforce

ARS Unveils Advanced Helicopter Rescue Training Curriculum

Customizable course can be scaled to all levels of experience
Vita Inclinata Air Reach Seat
Rotorcraft

LAPD Air Unit Moves to Virtual Training

Loft Dynamics device makes emergency training much more realistic
LAPD Loft Simulator
Finance, Taxes, Insurance

Helicopter Broker Reaches Landmark Tally in 2024

With offices around the world, Blueberry Aviation passed the $100 million mark
Blueberry Aviation W139
Rotorcraft

Sikorsky's UAS Achieves Hover-to-Cruise Transition Flight

Autonomous drone proved it can transition from vertical to horizontal flight
SIkorsky's UAS successfully demonstrated its ability to transition from vertical to horizonal flight
Maintenance and Modifications

Swiss Rotor Reveals ‘Smart Pilot View Kit’ for AS350/H125 Helicopters

Modification provides maximum visibility without replacing any doors
Swiss Rotor Smart Pilot View Kit
Rotorcraft

Sikorsky Readies for S-92A+ Gearbox Certification

Company has spent more than $100 million and a decade on its development
Sikorsky's test S-92 equipped with the new Phase IV gearbox
Maintenance and Modifications

StartStick GPU Powers Charity's Aviation Missions

Portable ground power units help keep nonprofit's aircraft going
Startstick portable ground power unit
Rotorcraft

AEM Unveils New Digital Audio System for Aircraft

Unit was developed in consultation with special mission stakeholders
AEM Compact Digital Audio System