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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Modified Mi-24 Explores High-Speed Helicopter Technology

Russian defense ministry wants a next-generation rotorcraft that can reach 270 knots.

Aircraft

January 6, 2016

AgustaWestland Rebranded as Finmeccanica Helicopters

Name change is part of a wider overall corporate reorganization plan that merges the Finmeccanica's aerospace, defense and security assets.

Rotorcraft

January 5, 2016

AIN Blog: 2015 Was A Year of Progress for Helicopter Technology

Despite a softening commercial market, airframers do not appear to have scaled back their investment in technology.

Rotorcraft

December 31, 2015

VTOL Aircraft Maker Morgan Files for Bankruptcy

The company had plans to build a VTOL business aircraft and drones. Neither materialized.

Rotorcraft

December 29, 2015

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Continued Sales Success for Mil Mi-17 Series

But the Russian helicopter could face new competition from the relaunched Airbus helicopters H215 to be built in Romania.

Aircraft

December 29, 2015

HAI To Salute Individuals, Organizations for Excellence

The 2016 winners have trained thousands, been involved in marine and mouton rescue missions and developed instrument approaches.

Rotorcraft

December 22, 2015

Industry Forwards Helo IFR Recommendations to FAA

Industry has long maintained that equipment requirements make IFR flight uneconomical and impractical under Part 27 rules.

Rotorcraft

December 22, 2015

Waypoint Signs Leaseback Deal with Omni Helicopters

Waypoint sees significant long-term demand in Brazil despite current market conditions.

Rotorcraft

December 22, 2015

EASA Rotorcraft Symposium Spurs New Safety Ideas

Updates on the rotorcraft segment from Europe and beyond.

Rotorcraft

December 21, 2015

700th R66 Rolls Off Production Line

The 700th model is equipped with pop-out floats, an option approved by EASA in October.

Rotorcraft

December 21, 2015

NHV To Base Two Airbus H175s at New Aberdeen Site

Belgian company wants to become alternative player in the North Sea offshore oil-and-gas market.

Rotorcraft

December 21, 2015

Vector Aerospace Certified for Airbus H130/EC130 Mx

The company added the helicopters' tail rotor gearbox to its dynamic component repair service.

Maintenance and Modifications

December 21, 2015

Second Bell 525 Relentless Joins Flight-test Program

Second 525 flight-test vehicle (FTV2) joined the program last week and is soon expected to begin airborne trials.

Rotorcraft

December 15, 2015

EvoLux Helicopter Charter Portal Moves To 'Next Level'

Founder is seeking $5- to $10 million in seed financing.

Rotorcraft

December 15, 2015

Bell 505 Aiming for Mid-2016 Certification

Company plans to produce 200 of the light turbine singles per year by 2018.

Rotorcraft

December 15, 2015

CAAC Official Details Fast-Growing Chinese industry

Population of helicopter pilots has more than doubled since 2010.

Rotorcraft

December 10, 2015

Airbus Helo Seeks Customized Part Service Life Limits

The effort could extend components’ service life, reduce costs and improve safety, the company said.

Maintenance and Modifications

December 8, 2015

AgustaWestland, EASA Explore Safe Reject Approach

They advocate the idea of “fly away” to make most of the helicopter’s performance rather than a diagram that shows operators what not to do.

Regulations and Government

December 8, 2015

Maverick Opens New Vegas Terminal

The new Las Vegas terminal is adjacent to the existing building, which will soon be renovated.

Rotorcraft

December 5, 2015

Sundance Helicopters Stresses Safety

The heli-tour company has embraced voluntary, self-reporting safety programs.

Rotorcraft

December 3, 2015