Rotorcraft
News and issues regarding all manner of civil and military rotorcraft and their powerplants, including helicopters, tilt rotors and unmanned air vehicles.
Rotorcraft
Metro Aviation Shows off Advanced Comms
The Louisiana-based company has nearly four decades of Heli-Expos under its belt
Avionics
Axnes Elevates Comms in Cormorant SAR Upgrade
The PNG wireless intercom system improves situational awareness
Rotorcraft
CEO: MD Helicopters 'Not There Yet'
Supply challenges remain even as MDH unveils upgrade programs, books more orders
Finance, Taxes, Insurance
LCI: Offshore Squeeze Will Continue
Shortage of lift for offshore energy will continue in the short-term
Rotorcraft
Airbus Seeks To Boost Output and Performance
Rotorcraft accounted for the strongest earnings growth across the Airbus group
Maintenance and Modifications
Donaldson Adds AW169 Inlet Filter to Lineup
Company experienced record sales for its lineup of inlet barrier filters last year
Regulations and Government
UK Tax Triggers North Sea Layoffs
Contagion spreads to offshore helicopter operators
Training and Workforce
Aviation Search Group Places 800th Helo Pilot
Company was founded in 1999 by aviation professionals
Rotorcraft
Brisk Growth Seen for Heavy Lifters
Demand for heavy lift helicopters will continue through the next decade
Maintenance and Modifications
Airwolf Medium Bell TT Straps Gain DLA Source Approval
The straps already had STC approval from the FAA
Rotorcraft
Anodyne and Texas Aerospace Strengthen Latin American Offerings
AEM's new P25 radio set will be available to Texas Aerospace Customers
Engines
Safran Boosts Deliveries as Work on New Engines Advances
The company wants to boost output from 600 to 1,000 engines by 2025
Rotorcraft
Demos Available in Leonardo VxR Simulator
With a small footprint, Leonardo's VR simulator takes up very little space
Safety
Union Balks at Bringing Super Pumas Back to North Sea
Calls it an 'insult' to the memory of 33 killed
Rotorcraft
Eola Buys Stake in Helo Management Provider Starspeed
The move expands Eola's services in the UK
Rotorcraft
Robinson Helicopter Launches 'Climb Higher' Video Series
Operators featured in new Robinson videos
Rotorcraft
Maverick Helicopters Expands Air Tours into SoCal
The company will offer charter services and tours from Long Beach locations
Environment
HAI Promotes SAF Use at Heli-Expo 2024
Rotorcraft arriving in Anaheim for annual helicopter convention can fill up on SAF at the staging area
Avionics
GFC 600H Autopilot Now Available in IFR Configuration
The Leonardo A109 Trekker is the first helicopter approved for the IFR autopilot
Rotorcraft
Bell Reveals Designer Cabin to Asia's Helicopter Market
Bell's 429 Designer Series makes its Singapore Airshow debut
Training and Workforce
Bristow UK Pilots Plan Two-Day Strikes Starting March 3
The helicopter operator's pilots bemoan lack of contract progress
Avionics
Blackcomb Helicopters Selects Foresight MX HUMS
The GPMS system will be installed on Blackcomb's Airbus and Bell helicopter fleets
Rotorcraft
Airbus Displays Innovation in Twin and Single Helicopters
A corporate version of the H130 and a mockup of the H145 are on show in Singapore
Safety
AAIB: AW189 Incident Crew Did Not Understand Its AFCS
An AFCS mismatch triggered an uncommanded yaw
Regulations and Government
Senate FAA Reauthorization Mandates Part 135 for All Air Tours
Alphabets urge rejection of costly new Part 135 provisions
Aircraft
Asia Well Placed For Leading Role in Advanced Air Mobility
New eVTOL aircraft could transform urban public transportation
Rotorcraft
USHST Develops Peer Program for Mental Health Support
USHST will connect pilots in need of mental health support with volunteer pilots and professionals
Rotorcraft
Airbus Set To Start Racer High-speed Flight Trials
The hybrid-electric design features a box wing and a pair of pusher propellers
Rotorcraft
FAA Certifies Symmetrical Stabilizer for Robinson R44
The new empennage was first certified on the R66 last September
