Omni puts pen to paper for AW139 pair
March 24, 2023
Omni Helicopters International was the first operator to introduce the AW189 to the Latin American market. It is now investing in two further AW139s, which are expected to arrive in 2024 to perform offshore missions.
PHI recognised as exceptional S-92 operator
March 24, 2023
PHI began SAR operations in December 2017 in Broome, Western Australia, providing 24/7 SAR and aeromedical evacuation services. The team completed 19 missions in 2022, rescuing 146 people.
DA62 MMP arrival gives 2Excel a special mission advantage
March 24, 2023
These aircraft add the most modern technology to 2Excel's fleet of special missions aircraft and reduce its carbon footprint significantly at the same time.
Helitrans buys up shares in Icelandic rotary firms
March 18, 2023
Helitrans owns and operates 26 helicopters at 15 locations in Norway. It also has a flight and helicopter school in Sweden. It's latest move is to buy up Þyrlujøstønninn, the organisation behind Helo and Rekjavik Helicopters.
Ecocopter places a further order with Airbus Helicopters
March 17, 2023
Created in 2003, Ecocopter is a reference in highly complex aerial work missions in South America. It has ordered a further three H125s and one H145 from Airbus, and these aircraft will be operated in Latam.
ACH Aston Martin edition receives a design shake-up
March 17, 2023
The refresh on the ACH130 Aston Martin edition features a spectrum of distinctive external schemes illustrating a variety of moods and tastes melded with classic interiors in muted tones and quilted detailing.
Airbus Helicopters teams with Genesys on IFR H125
March 17, 2023
Airbus is targeting certification from major aviation authorities for IFR capability on its H125 rotorcraft, including the FAA, during the second half of 2024, with the first deliveries by the end of that year.
Enstrom launches all-glass panels
March 17, 2023
New Enstrom instrument panels are designed around a Garmin G500H TXi EFIS display. Replacing traditional flight and navigation instruments, the G500 features a robust and easy-to-use digital flight display.
Weststar joins H&C to expand reach in Europe
March 17, 2023
Helicopter & Cooperation is a joint venture between two prominent aviation companies, Paris-based Avico Group and African-headquartered Westair Aviation. Westair Aviation Services in Asia has joined the company.
Norwegian foundation collaborates with Airbus on eVTOL
March 13, 2023
With more than 40 years of experience in emergency medical response, the Norsk Luftambulanse supports pre-hospital care across the country. It is working alongside Airbus to come up with eVTOL solutions.
Metro instrumental in US launch for the AW09
March 13, 2023
Aero Service Representação, Synerjet Latina in Colombia, Peru and Chile, Helitech Asia, Safomar in South Africa, Diskopsa for Panama and Guatemala, Heliflite in Oceania and Aero Facility in Japan have signed for the AW09.
CSAGA opts for S-92 courtesy of Milestone
March 13, 2023
China Southern Airlines General Aviation has chosen a Sikorsky S-92 that is likely to be deployed on a range of missions including oil and gas, turbine maintenance, power-line patrol, firefighting, SAR, passenger and cargo.
Omni teams with VIH and SkyTrac for superior connectivity
March 13, 2023
Omni Helicopters International's S-92, used for SAR off the shores of Guyana, will feature global connectivity through SkyTrac's Iridium Certus satellite system, 4G/LTE cellular and Wi-Fi intelligent connectivity solutions.
UK conference delegates plan for a bright future
March 12, 2023
The diverse selection of speakers at the BBGA annual conference are a confident bunch, but some are calling for better communications with the wider community.
Single-engine Bell 212 conversion certified in Japan
March 12, 2023
Eagle Copters' team of experts will work with customers to customise and configure the Eagle Single to meet specific mission requirements, making it one of the most versatile helicopters.
Helisul is first in southern Brazil to pass IS-BAO Stage II
March 10, 2023
Helisul has met the requirements for IS-BAO Stage II. The second stage is intermediate and can be maintained indefinitely, as long as it is renewed every two years. It indicates that security risks are being managed.