This website uses cookies
More information
The monthly news publication for aviation professionals.

ACE 2026 - September 8th

Related information from the Handbook...

Leonardo Helicopters
Aircraft

Specialist Aviation Services
Maintenance

AgustaWestland AW169

BAN's World Gazetteer

Italy
U.K.
The bimonthly news publication for aviation professionals.

Request your printed copy

SAS confirmed as UK AW169 service centre
Specialist Aviation Services (SAS) of the UK has been appointed as an authorised service centre for the AW169 helicopter. The company is to supply a range of support and maintenance services for the type, following the selection of SAS by air ambulance providers in the UK who will start introducing the helicopter into service at the end of 2015.
Read this story in our April 2015 printed issue.

Specialist Aviation Services (SAS) of the UK has been appointed as an authorised service centre for the AW169 helicopter.

The company is to supply a range of support and maintenance services for the type, following the selection of SAS by air ambulance providers in the UK who will start introducing the helicopter into service at the end of 2015.

Other News
 
Vertical completes landmark two-way piloted Valo flight
April 27, 2026
Vertical is targeting certification of the Valo in 2028 to the highest safety standards in the category, with entry into service expected shortly thereafter. The approach is designed to be transferable to other regulators.
Kopter CEO Riccobono brings programme knowledge
April 11, 2026
Currently serving as chief technology officer of Kopter for the last nine years, directing the development and certification of the AW09, Michele Riccobono brings knowledge of the organisation and certification.
Leonardo expands CHC Helicopter support and training framework
March 21, 2026
Two five-year agreements will provide multiple services across AW139 and AW189 fleets operating in multiple global regions.