Rotorcraft

News and issues regarding all manner of civil and military rotorcraft and their powerplants, including helicopters, tilt rotors and unmanned air vehicles.

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Ramco Eyes 'Gold Mine' of Data for AI Use in Mx

Ramco is looking to automate tasks that are timing consuming and frustrating, from planning out maintenance to allocation of costs.

Leonardo Helicopters' Sales, Profits Surging

Leonardo Helicopters managing director Gian Piero Cutillo says company will achieve double-digit profitability next year.

Heli-One Receives STC Approvals for S-76 Upgrades

The flight deck STC covers three UA EFI-890H advanced flight displays and a UA UNS-1Lw flight management system with Vision-1 svs.

Kopter Rotates Toward Design Freeze

P3 has more than 50 hours of testing.

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EuroTec Offers Innovative Aftermarket Solutions

Helicopter MRO EuroTec offers new avionics, battery, and camera installations.

Frasca Delivers AS350 Flight Training Device to Alaska's Temsco

The trainer will also be used for mission training and encompass rapidly changing weather, white-out conditions and flat-light conditions.

FlightSafety Expands Courses for Vets

Veterans, National Guard members, reservists, and active duty military may qualify for substantial assistance for FlightSafety training.

Lord Nears Nod for AS350 Elastomeric Tail Rotor Bearing

The Lord TRB is expected to provide extended life to the part, which lower maintenance and direct operating costs.

Metro Aviation Purchases Guardian Mobility

Pairing Guardian to Outerlink broadens Metro's portfolio of FDM and tracking solutions.

Dart Gets Canadian Nod for New Emergency Float System

Intended for use on the Airbus H130 family, the system features quick release fittings that allow for removal of much of the unit in under five minutes.

Honeywell Expands Helo Connectivity Solutions

Colorado-based Air Methods will equip its helicopters with Honeywell's digital Mission Communications Terminal satcom controller.

Deborah Wells Joins BBA Aviation's Global Engine Services

Wells will oversee GES’s global strategic operational and business improvement from the company’s main headquarters at DFW airport.

Equity Firm Acquires Helo Cargo Supplier Onboard Systems

Onboard Systems' cargo equipment is found on more than 30 different helicopter types.

Fatal Helicopter Accident Rate Climbing

Private flying, utility missions saw increases in fatal crashes.

Sikorsky Launches New S-92A+ and S-92B Variants

Sikorsky Launches New S-92A+ and S-92B Variants

New Airbus H145 To Have Five-Blade Rotor, Fadec

Improved Airbus H145 will be available in 2020, upgrades to be available for retrofit.

Luxaviation Launches Global Helo Charter Alliance

Luxemburg-based Luxaviation Helicopters today launched a network of charter operators offering global access to more than 70 VIP-outfitted rotorcraft.

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First Fatal Bell 505 Crash Kills Five In Kenya

Night-time crash occurred shortly after takeoff killing four Americans

Airbus Helicopters Remains Upbeat about Industry Growth

Airbus predicts the rotorcraft market will grow 2 percent to 5 percent over the next few years, even if the oil and gas segment remains uncertain.

Twirly Birds Welcomes New Members at Annual Meeting

Membership in Twirly Birds requires one to have flown solo in a helicopter at least 20 years ago.

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