Latest from Mark Huber
Maintenance and Modifications
Abu Dhabi Aviation Authorized for Bell 212/412 Mx
Abu Dhabi Aviation is the largest commercial helicopter operator in the region, with 61 rotorcraft and four fixed-wing aircraft.
Rotorcraft
Ornge Cleared in 2013 Accident Charges
Failure to equip the aircraft with NVGs was not negligent, a judge ruled.
Rotorcraft
Vector Expects Fuel Tank STC Approval Soon
A crash-resistant fuel system will improve accident survivability.
Rotorcraft
Metro Aviation Turns 35
Becoming an early adopter of simulator training is among the company's achievements.
Aircraft
Boom Supersonic Team Draws from Pool of Aviation Enthusiasts
Proof-of-concept under development, as company begins process of finding manufacturing site.
ATC
FAA Rolls Out Automated Authorizations for Drone Flights
Methods would allow Part 107 commercial drone operators to request instant, automated authorization to fly in controlled airspace near select U.S airports.
Rotorcraft
FAA Approves Hélicoptères Guimbal Cabri G2 Power Boost
U.S. flight schools had been awaiting the approval to operate with 160 hp.
Rotorcraft
Bell V-280 Tiltrotor Achieves Controlled Conversions
The company is continuing ground testing ahead of anticipated first flight this year.
Regulations and Government
FAA Seeking Applicants for UAS Integration Program
Program will test and evaluate state and local government proposals regarding the integration of civil and public UAS operations at low altitudes.
Regulations and Government
Bell Helicopter Boosts Exports to China
New contract for 50 Bell 505s from Reignwood follows previous agreements signed earlier this year for sixty 505s, totaling 110 of the light helicopters.
Rotorcraft
CHC Deploying AW189s in Australia
The twin-engine helicopter will transfer passengers to Woodside's installations.
Rotorcraft
Missing Russian Helicopter Wreckage Recovered in Norway
The helicopter is believed to have been on a mission for Russia's national Arctic and Antarctic Research Institute.
Rotorcraft
Coptersafety's Airbus H145 Sim Gains EASA Level-D Nod
The H145 simulator is the first of five level-D devices Coptersafety ordered from TRU last year
Maintenance and Modifications
Sierra Nevada Demos Mods for Special Mission King Airs
The kit was developed for King Air 350ERs operating at 16,500 and 17,500 pounds and features anti-skid brakes, Li-ion battery and Blackhawk XP67A package.
Regulations and Government
FAA Proposes Updates for Helicopter Certification Rules
The proposal aims to address obsolete certification standards and overly burdensome means of compliance.
Rotorcraft
PHI Buying HNZ's Asia-Pacific Operations
The deal represents a 43 percent premium for HNZ shareholders.
Regulations and Government
CNN Drone Waiver Paves Path for Wider Use over People
Waiver allow CNN to operate a Vantage Robotics Snap sUAS over open-air assemblies up to altitudes of 150 feet agl.
Rotorcraft
Enstrom Signs Six-helicopter Deal with Czech Firm
Deal provides for deliveries for two helicopters next year and four in subsequent years.
Rotorcraft
Bell Helicopter Posts Strong Third Quarter
Unit posted a 13.1 percent operating margin on the delivery of 39 commercial helicopters, up from 25 in the same period last year.
Rotorcraft
Bumper Firefighting Year for Columbia
Recent fires have encompassed much larger territory than those in the past.
Rotorcraft
Leonardo Reports Substantial Progress on AW609 Tiltrotor
By year-end, Leonardo will begin fuselage fatigue test certification.
Rotorcraft
Leonardo Signs First U.S. AW169 EMS, Japanese AW189
The Italian OEM secured several orders for the AW169 and other models recently.
Charter & Fractional
Canada's Skyservice Adds Aircraft Brokerage
The managed fleet is now at 70 aircraft .
Aircraft
StandardAero Expands Houston PT6A Service
PT6A services will enhance the company's offerings to operators of King Air, Pilatus, TBM, and Cessna Caravan aircraft.
Aircraft
GDC Technics Readies Live TV for VIP 787
GDC Technics is partnering with Boeing on installation of live television aboard a VIP 787.
Aircraft
Honeywell Announces Cockpit Upgrade Offerings
Honeywell is expanding its Primus Elite cockpit offerings for Bombardier, Cessna, Dassault, Embraer and Fairchild-Dornier aircraft.
Maintenance and Modifications
Raisbeck To Acquire Butterfield
Combined company to offer broadened King Air aftermarket parts
