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Bell Hopeful of Philippines Deal as APAC Region Seeks More Attack Helicopters

Despite selecting the T129, the Philippines could turn to Bell for attack helicopters, while the AH-1 is in the running for other Asia-Pacific requirements

September 23, 2019

Leonardo Delivers 1,000th AW139

Leonardo is confident it can go on to deliver 2,000 or even 3,000 AW139s even as competitors target the aircraft with their latest designs.

September 20, 2019

Airbus Delivers First U.S.-made EC145e

First U.S.-made Airbus EC145e delivery is part of a 25-ship order from Metro Aviation.

September 16, 2019

EASA Issues Emergency AD for New Airbus Helo Singles

The emergency airworthiness directive mandates inspections of recently delivered Airbus Helicopters AS350Be and EC130 T2 models.

September 12, 2019

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HAL Awaits Contract for LUH

India’s Light Utility Helicopter is virtually ready for production, and a factory is being prepared, but a contract still awaits.

September 11, 2019

Round-the-world Gyrocopter Flight Nears Completion

Adventurer James Ketchell is flying a gyrocopter around-the-world to raise money for charity

September 6, 2019

CHC Names Two New Top Executives

David Balevic is CHC's new CEO; Imran Hayat named executive Vice President

September 6, 2019

Leonardo Teaming With CAE for USG Helo Training

Helicopter Leonardo is teaming with aviation training company CAE USA to offer training to U.S. government customers

September 6, 2019

Airbus Helicopters Delivers 1000th Super Puma

Heavy twin being delivered to German Federal Police

September 6, 2019

Offshore Helo Services Company PHI Exits Bankruptcy

The Louisiana-based helicopter services company emerges from Chapter 11 bankruptcy with new equity capital, $225 million loan.

September 5, 2019

U.S. Military Helos Mobilize To Help Bahamas

U.S. military helicopters flying medevac, SAR missions in the Bahamas following Hurrican Dorian.

September 4, 2019

Kamov Ka-62 Makes Flying Debut at MAKS 2019

The model has been through a series of launches and relaunches, but is now ready for public display.

September 3, 2019

VIP-configured Mi-38 Wins Russian Civil Aviation Nod

The Russian agency signed off on major certificate changes for the VIP version of the helicopter, which was certified in 2015.

September 3, 2019

Ansat Aurus VVIP Helicopter Unveiled at MAKS 2019

Russian Helicopters has developed both a VIP version and a cold-weather version.

September 3, 2019

Helo Fueling Error Could Cost Flight Crew $1 Million

German police crew refueled their EC135 with avgas--twice.

August 30, 2019

Second Airbus Helicopters H145D3 Flies

Second H145 D3 prototype will be used to test autopilot, performance, and structure.

August 30, 2019

Airbus Offers Tiger Upgrade to Australia

Upgrading the current Tiger fleet could save Australia AUD3 billion compared with buying new attack helicopters

August 30, 2019

MAKS 2019: KRET Showcases Updated Mi-24

New equipment and new capabilities—including an air-to-air capability—can breathe new life into a combat classic

August 30, 2019

New Schedule, Specs for VRT500 Light Helicopter

The manufacturer has improved performance specs for the aircraft announced last year.

August 29, 2019

Bill Would Effectively End Most Heli Tourism in U.S.

U.S. Rep Ed Case's bill would prohibit flights over national parks, prohibit narration from pilots

August 29, 2019

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