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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NTSB Calls for Methane Management on Gulf Platforms

Recommendation follows two power-loss incidents in helicopters that led to accidents on or near offshore oil platforms.

September 11, 2014

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.

September 9, 2014

FAA Asks Los Angeles Helicopter Traffic To Use Discrete Squawks

Request will help FAA improve situational awareness and gather more specific data about helicopter movements and helicopter noise.

September 9, 2014

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.

September 6, 2014

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Oceania Gets Bike Rack Nod

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

Maintenance and Modifications

September 6, 2014

Avicopter Flies New Version of AC311 Light Single

Chinese helicopter manufacturer bets on domestic avionics, French engine.

September 4, 2014

Airbus Helicopters Reins In Innovation

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

September 3, 2014

Bell CEO Wants More National Investment in Rotorcraft

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

September 3, 2014

India Authorizes Purchase of Boeing Apaches, Chinooks

The deal is valued at $2.5 billion.

September 3, 2014

FAA Enhancing ADS-B in the Gulf

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

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.

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.

August 28, 2014

NHV, Blueway To Merge Helicopter Operations

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

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.”

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.

August 13, 2014

AgustaWestland Showcases Trio of Helicopters

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

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.

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