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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Airbus Helicopters Reins In Innovation

Helicopter manufacturer forgoes advanced X4 cockpit, electric backup motor for singles.

Rotorcraft

September 3, 2014

Bell CEO Wants More National Investment in Rotorcraft

U.S. investment paltry compared with that of Europe and Canada.

Rotorcraft

September 3, 2014

India Authorizes Purchase of Boeing Apaches, Chinooks

The deal is valued at $2.5 billion.

Rotorcraft

September 3, 2014

FAA Enhancing ADS-B in the Gulf

Three new ADS-B radios in Mexico will enhance surveillance capabilities over the Gulf.

Rotorcraft

September 2, 2014

Electronic Use, Improved Seating Key to Passenger Comfort on Helicopters

EASA makes operators responsible for allowing use of portable electronic devices; the only hope for comfort improvement may be in seating.

Rotorcraft

September 2, 2014

Bell Helicopter Breaks Ground on Jet Ranger X Plant

The new $26.3 million, 82,300-sq-ft hangar is slated for completion by June next year.

Rotorcraft

August 28, 2014

NHV, Blueway To Merge Helicopter Operations

Combination of the two European operators will create a 59-strong helicopter fleet.

Rotorcraft

August 28, 2014

FAA Looking At Revising Rotorcraft Standards

FAA acknowledges “that the evolution of Parts 27 and 29 has not kept pace with technology and the capability of rotorcraft produced currently.”

Rotorcraft

August 14, 2014

Avantto introduces Combo ownership

Top Latin American management firm increases flexibility in flight time for clients

Charter & Fractional

August 14, 2014

Helibras “Blue Line” Status Will Streamline Support

Customers of Helibras will benefit from it having the new Blue Line clearance status as processing customs clearance will be reduce from 5 days down to 1.

Rotorcraft

August 13, 2014

AgustaWestland Showcases Trio of Helicopters

AgustaWestland’s LABACE display features an AW109 Power, a Grand New and an AW169 mockup.

Rotorcraft

August 13, 2014

JSSI Looks To Expand Helicopter Support

JSSI aims to prove that its expertise in aircraft maintenance programs extends beyond business jets, with its new emphasis on helicopters.

Maintenance and Modifications

August 12, 2014

JSSI Looks To Expand Helicopter Support

JSSI aims to prove that its expertise in aircraft maintenance programs extends beyond business jets, with its new emphasis on helicopters.

Maintenance and Modifications

August 12, 2014

Latin American Helicopter Market En Fuego

OEMs selling and investing more throughout the region.

Rotorcraft

August 9, 2014

Russian Rotorcraft Have Plenty to Offer in Latin America

The Russian Helicopters group produced a wide array of aircraft suited to a variety of missions.

Rotorcraft

August 9, 2014

FAA Plans To Revisit Rotorcraft Certification Standards

Commenters indicated a substantial interest in revising and restructuring the certification standards, prompting the FAA review.

Rotorcraft

August 7, 2014