Thierry Dubois
Writer

Thierry Dubois is a freelance writer specializing in helicopters, business aviation and aerospace technology. He earned a degree in fluid dynamics from an engineering school in Toulouse, France in the mid-1990s. At an unexpected crossroads, he found his first job in journalism. In 1997, he started working for French aerospace weekly Air & Cosmos in Paris. This lasted until 2000, when he moved south to Lyons. He then became a freelancer, working for various aerospace publications and has been part of the AIN team since late 2000. In addition to writing about business aviation, Thierry shares responsibility for the rotorcraft section. He also is a regular on-site writer for AIN’s daily editions at international airshows such as the Paris, Farnborough, Dubai and Singapore shows, as well as at EBACE in Geneva.

In 2007, he won the Honeywell award for “Best systems or technology submission” at the Aerospace journalist of the year awards. In 2013, he won an Aerospace Media Award for the "Best Safety, Training & Simulation Submission."

In other activities, Thierry moderates international conferences on aviation technology topics. Thierry is married and has three children, who seem to begin enjoying the mountains–as their parents do.

Latest from Thierry Dubois

Dassault Strives To Improve Customer Experience with New Showroom

New, dedicated area at Le Bourget airport offers the latest in virtual reality and houses samples of materials such as veneer and carpets.
Aircraft

Distinctive A380s Embody Etihad's Evolution

Airline's CEO sees India, Abu Dhabi fueling traffic
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Rotorcraft

Helitech 2014 Readies for Touchdown in Amsterdam

Extensive conference program to address strategy, rulemaking and safety.
Rotorcraft

Russian Helicopters Invests in Production Capabilities

Investment follows similar investments made last year.
Rotorcraft

Sikorsky S-76D Software Upgrade Certified

The system adds LPV capability for satellite-aided approaches.
Rotorcraft

Russians Flying R66s on Vast Round Robin

The pilots anticipated that the 30,000-nm round-trip would involve 85 takeoffs and landings at 78 airports.

Helicopter Accident in France Claims Five

Two other occupants in French helicopter accident severely injured
Safety

North Sea Industry Implements Safety Measures

New emergency breathing systems are in use; study of passenger body size and shape will yield results soon.
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Rotorcraft

NHV, Blueway To Merge Helo Operations

Newly formed European-based is targeting the heart of the North Sea market.
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Rotorcraft

Start-up Marenco Flies SKYe Helicopter for First Time

Swiss developer flies 5,800-pound, all-composite helicopter powered by a Honeywell HTS900-2.
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Historic UK Airport To Close on October 16

Bond Helicopters, which has used Blackpool as a base for offshore oil-and-gas flights, is looking for an alternative airfield.
Regulations and Government

EASA Supports ASTM Progress in CS/Part 23 Rewrite

GAMA and ASTM hosted a workshop to propel the rewrite of general aviation rules, where EASA, European Commission expressed strong support.
Rotorcraft

Sikorsky Celebrates 10th Anniversary of S-92

The helicopter manufacturer has delivered more than 200 S-92s to operators.
Aircraft

Etihad Gears Up for Airbus A380 Service

Carrier to use double-decker first on London to Abu Dhabi route
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Rotorcraft

Airbus Modifies EC135 as Environmental Tech Testbed

Airbus said the technologies being tested are “transversal,” meaning not specifically meant for any one particular helicopter model.
Rotorcraft

Russian Helicopters To Fly Mi-171A2 with KBO-17 Avionics

The first flights of the upgraded Mi-171 will take place in Moscow.
Regulations and Government

GAMA, ASTM Note Progress on CS/Part 23 Rewrite

Writing the new rules directly involves the general aviation industry.
Rotorcraft

Russian Helicopters Reassesses Four Helo Programs

The Ka-226T, Ka-62, Mi-172A2 and Mi-38 were originally scheduled to be certified this or next year.
Rotorcraft

AAIB Issues Findings on London Helicopter Crash

The light twin hit a 719-foot-high crane jib, killing the pilot and a pedestrian in the street.
Rotorcraft

CMC’s FMS, GPS Selected for Airbus EC225e

CMA-9000 flight management system and CMA-5024 GPS/Waas landing system have been selected on the Airbus Helicopters EC225e.
Maintenance and Modifications

Oceania Gets Bike Rack Nod

The 120-pound system can hold up to six bicycles (three on each side).
Regulations and Government

EASA’s Focus Evolves from Rulemaking to Oversight

Europe's civil aviation authority moves to “more homogeneity.”
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Rotorcraft

Avicopter Flies New Version of AC311 Light Single

Chinese helicopter manufacturer bets on domestic avionics, French engine.
Training and Workforce

Thales Gets EASA Nod for Alps-based AS350 Sim

The Thales Training Academy is the first European facility to operate a full flight simulator for the Airbus Helicopters AS350 Ecureuil.
Rotorcraft

Airbus Helicopters Reins In Innovation

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

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.
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Rotorcraft

NHV, Blueway To Merge Helicopter Operations

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

Helo Operators Stick To Zero-PED, Despite Looser Rules

EASA makes operators responsible for allowing use of portable electronic devices.
Rotorcraft

Elbit Launches Wearable HUD

Equipment maker sees offshore operators as a key market for the device.
Rotorcraft

North Sea Offshore Helicopter Pax To Get Improved Breathing Systems Soon

Training with new emergency breathing systems is to start shortly, and a study of body size and shape is already under way to make egress safer