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Rotorcraft
Nebraska Patrol Orders Bell 505
Bell has signed a purchase agreement with the Nebraska State Patrol for a new Bell 505.
Avionics
Universal's Aperture Brings AI To Civil Cockpits
Universal Avionics introduces Aperture, a sensor fusion and augmented reality platform for situational awareness.
Safety
Baldwin Launches New Safety Manager Virtual Training
Baldwin safety program accepted by NBAA for certified aviation manager credit.
Maintenance and Modifications
Raisbeck Reveals Epic Caravan, Orders
Redding Aero will be the launch customer for the Raisbeck EPIC Caravan drag reduction system for the Cessna 208B.
Avionics
Bombardier Taps Collins for Connectivity Service
Bombardier has selected Collins Aerospace as its preferred service provider for fleetwide cockpit and cabin connectivity.
Engines
GE Reports Record Business Aircraft Engine Use
Operators of GE's business jet aircraft engines are flying at 110 percent of 2019 levels.
Avionics
Universal Launches Connectivity-enabled Avionics Ecosystem
Universal Avionics' new FlightPartner and FlightReview apps are the first steps in creating a connectivity-enabled ecosystem for avionics.
Aircraft
Pilatus Back at BACE and Bullish
Sales of PC-12NGX, PC-24 "exceed projections," said Pilatus CEO Markus Bucher.
Rotorcraft
Airbus Lakota Fleet Tops One Million Flight Hours
U.S. military flies more than 460 Airbus UH-72A light twins for a variety of missions.
Accidents
EMS Helicopters Have Twice the Average Fatal Accident Rate
Embry-Riddle research finds that helicopter air ambulances have twice the fatal accident rate compared with all other forms of air transport.
Regulations and Government
HAI Offering New, Lower-cost SMS Program
The HAI SMS software program is designed for small operators and others with cost concerns.
Engines
Blackhawk Adding PC-12 Engine Upgrade to Portfolio
Blackhawk Aerospace is announcing an engine upgrade program for the Pilatus PC-12 .
Maintenance and Modifications
Elliott Helps Baron Owner Seeking Upgrade Move To Like-new Turboprop
Elliott puts customer in used but "like-new" King Air.
Maintenance and Modifications
JSSI Integrates Conklin Data into Customer Portal
JSSI has expanded its data, maintenance tracking, and sustainability services.
Avionics
SkyDisplay HUD Now Available for Pilatus PC-12
Mygoflight has licensed Honeywell’s high-speed ASCB data bus for the Skydisplay HUD.
Rotorcraft
Air Ambulance Charges Continue Rapid Ascent
The cost of air ambulance transports increased by three to four times the inflation rate between 2017 and 2020.
Rotorcraft
Ambulance Company Orders Another 21 Airbus Helicopters
Global Medical Response (GMR) has ordered 21 more new Airbus helicopters with options for 23 more.
After Pandemic Delay, Airshows Return with a Bounce
Will airshows appeal to younger audiences in the post-pandemic era?
Airlines
JSfirm Unveils Database Match Feature
Aviation employment firm JSfirm is making it easier for companies to recruit qualified employees from the FAA database.
Rotorcraft
EHang To Collaborate with Spanish National Police
EHang and the Spanish National Police will explore potential use cases for autonomous air vehicles.
Safety
JSFirm: Testing, Vaccines Not Required by Most Av Employers
JSFirm sample of aviation companies found that a 83 percent do not require Covid-19 vaccination.
Avionics
Metro STCs Garmin GTN 650/750 Xi in Airbus EC145
Metro Aviation has received FAA STC avionics approval for installation of the Garmin GTN 650/750 Xi, certified for SPIFR, in the Airbus EC145.
Accidents
NTSB Investigating Fatal Arizona Flight Training Midair
The NTSB is continuing its investigation into the fatal midair between a Robinson R22 and a Piper PA-28 at Arizona's Chandler Municipal Airport.
Rotorcraft
Leonardo Launches Luxury Brand 'Agusta'
Leonardo is launching the new “Agusta” branding of its AW line of VIP and corporate helicopters.
Rotorcraft
Rotor Experts Tout SMS and Automation
Intelligent application of new technologies promises to have a dramatic impact on helicopter safety.
Rotorcraft
CalFire Braces for Record Year
Sikorsky Firehawks prove major game-changer as California confronts another record wildfire season.
Engines
GE Aviation Completes Catalyst First Flight
GE Aviation made the first flight with its new fadec-equipped Catalyst turboprop engine this afternoon in Berlin.
Rotorcraft
CHC Supporting Search-and-rescue Charities
CHC Helicopter is celebrating #HeliSARWeek on its social media.
Environment
CHC Flies S-92 with Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Helicopter operator CHC has completed the first flight of a Sikorsky S-92 on sustainable aviation fuel.
