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![Robinson delivered R-66 helicopter serial number 1000](https://avionews.it/resources/small/1022c4115860a0ec281d2d89bc84bbca.jpg.webp)
Civil aviationRobinson helicopters celebrate 50 years
To date it has produced more than 13,500 aircraft in three versions
Less than a month is missing to celebrate the 50th anniversary of Robinson Helicopter Company, the US aircraft manufacturer founded on June 20, 1973 by Frank Robinson, who had the idea of a new type of... more
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HelicoptersChina presents military assets for export
On display at the "Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace" airshow in Malaysia
China's military industry is promoting a range of systems for export to developing countries. These assets include: a WJ-700 armed drone manufactured by China Aerospace Science and Industry Corporation... more
![AH-64A Apache helicopter in flight](https://avionews.it/resources/small/16bce3ea0c03b412ad52b48271e5f5ab.jpg.webp)
DefenseIsrael wants 20 new military helicopters
Consider agreement with USA for Apache or next generation aircraft
Israel Defense Forces (IDF), that is the Israeli armed forces (army, navy, air force), are evaluating the purchase of new US-made helicopters by 2025 to modernize the military aircraft fleet. In particular,... more
![NH Industries NH-90 helicopter](https://avionews.it/resources/small/2e12045b949ebe60446cb4dbb424b584.jpg.webp)
DefenseSpain: NH-90 helicopters will fly with SAF
Engines capable of running on Sustainable Aviation Fuel are on the way
The Spanish company Itp Aero (Industria de Turbo Propulsores Aero), specialized in the production of traditional and sustainable development aero engines, has announced that it will deliver new GE-T7 engines,... more
![UTair As-350 helicopter (archive photo)](https://avionews.it/resources/small/1ca1d229950921e4a08ca4f7f5b5d475.jpg.webp)
Civil aviationRussia: Utair helicopters at risk
One major operator could shut down 30% of its fleet
A major Russian aircraft operator could be forced to ground a third of its fleet of more than 200 helicopters: This is Utair, a company that operates scheduled and charter flights in its vast network of... more
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AerospaceLeonardo: term of office of CEO Profumo
For two consecutive terms; no severance payments or benefits
With reference to the termination of the office of CEO of Alessandro Profumo, in office for two consecutive terms from 16 May 2017 until 9 May 2023, Leonardo announces the following. The Company’s Board of... more
![Ansat helicopter in flight](https://avionews.it/resources/small/0267108fe82a605388bb8f975dd242a1.jpg.webp)
Civil aviationZimbabwe receives Kazan Ansat helicopters
18 Russian aircraft used as air ambulances and for police forces
The government of Zimbabwe received 18 Kazan Ansat light multi-purpose helicopters yesterday (12 air ambulances and six for the police), produced by the Russian company Kazan Helicopters and sold by the... more
![Kamov 32A firefighting helicopter from Portugal](https://avionews.it/resources/small/cb0a2bfa701629af3fa89b428d146414.webp.webp)
Civil aviationPortugal strengthens fire-fighting helicopter fleet
Proteção Civil is considering chartering two Kamov 32As
Two weeks after the activation of the seasonal firefighting plan in Portugal, the country is preparing to upgrade its helicopter fleet. In particular, the Proteção Civil has considered the lease of another t... more
![Boeing AH-64 Apache MK1 helicopter](https://avionews.it/resources/small/4848a47d54bbb814c188b16abe930dc7.jpg.webp)
AccidentsUnited States: military helicopter crashes
Yet another Apache crash, no casualties this time
A US Army Boeing AH-64E Apache military helicopter crashed during a training exercise in Washington state. The incident, which occurred over the weekend, occurred at the Yakima Training Center in Washington... more
![Sikorsky S-76/C helicopter for medical transport](https://avionews.it/resources/small/d24e31a7a40bd6dfe3b270a2916a85bf.webp.webp)
AirlinesNew Zealand rewards SAR helicopter crew
Parliament hosted 2022 "New Zealand Search and Rescue Awards"
Success for the annual award that New Zealand reserves to aircraft operators performing SAR (Search and Rescue) missions. It is an event of national importance for a service which, considering the geographical... more
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DefenseGermany thinks about H-145M helicopters
Decommissioned old Tigers by 2038
Germany's Defense Ministry has announced in recent days that it will begin the gradual decommissioning of the old Tiger combat helicopters. By 2038 they will be replaced by H-145M multi-role light aircraft,... more
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Civil aviationVSR-700 drone helicopter tested at sea in full operational configuration
At the beginning of May, it performed 80 autonomous take-offs and landings
Airbus Helicopters and the French Armament General Directorate (DGA) tested the Unmanned Aerial System (UAS) VSR-700 for the first time in an operational configuration from a ship at sea. At the beginning... more
![A rescue helicopter from Britain's Cornwall Air Ambulances](https://avionews.it/resources/small/5f0de4e19a69445e624432978ee68a89.webp.webp)
Civil defenseScotland: 90 years of air ambulance
Discussion on the future of the SAAS, considered expensive but essential
The Scottish Air Ambulance Service (Saas) celebrates its 90th anniversary: it all started on 14 May 1933. That day a telegram arrived at the St Andrews Ambulance Service; it was sent by the local doctor... more
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DefenseUSA: 60 military helicopters to Germany
Green light from the US State Department to the CH-47F Chinooks
After the announcement by Germany to purchase 60 military CH-47F Chinook heavy transport helicopters, the go-ahead from the US State Department arrived in the last few hours. The sale has an estimated... more
![A Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian helicopter](https://avionews.it/resources/small/82a6f05dca5d32c22702644df76e6228.webp.webp)
CuriositiesUnited Kingdom: attack helicopters spotted
Test flights for new British Army AH-64E Apaches are assumed
The inhabitants of a small town in the British countryside have been looking up at the sky for days. In fact, sightings of military helicopters carrying out tests and test flights over the roofs of their... more
![The interior of Airbus' ACH-160 helicopter](https://avionews.it/resources/small/75e82c3d9a8b4a54ea231a2682950ae8.webp.webp)
Civil aviationAgreement on future helicopter seats
Germany-Greece contract to create more comfortable and safe seats
Signed a collaboration agreement between companies based in Germany and Greece for the design and development of new seats that make flying on board helicopters and eVtols (Electric Vertical Take-Off and... more
![H-225 helicopter in flight](https://avionews.it/resources/small/10752449d153fcbb014724088f1c40ac.jpg.webp)
DefenseUAE: stop to Airbus military helicopters
Government cancelled maxi order worth 800 million Euros
The United Arab Emirates government deleted a contract, signed in 2021, with French aircraft manufacturer Airbus Helicopters. The order, worth almost 800 million Euros, involved the purchase of 12 H-225... more
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DefenseIndia: flight safety at risk
At least 55 soldiers have lost their lives in over 50 accidents in just over 5 years
The Armed Forces of India are grappling with the fourth major aviation accident in six months recorded by Hal-Dhruv light helicopters. Added to these is the recent crash of a Soviet-made MiG-21 fighter... more
![CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopter in flight](https://avionews.it/resources/small/1cc87707fe4706fabee8da86e52e68cf.jpg.webp)
DefenseKosovo: KFOR helicopters in action
Fundamental role of maintenance mechanics in the aeronautics
The helicopter mechanicals of the Task Force Aviation of the Kosovo Force Regional Command-East (Kfor Rc-e) work tirelessly to guarantee the flight safety of the soldiers and the efficiency of the aircraft,... more
![AW-139 helicopter of the Los Angeles Fire Department](https://avionews.it/resources/small/c48a93212e3c690c2f8672e54149484b.jpg.webp)
Civil defenseCanada: firefighting aircraft in action
Nearly 30,000 people have been displaced in the State of Alberta
Canada is engulfed in fires. The most affected area is the state of Alberta. Already on Sunday afternoon there were 108 active fires, of which 31 were out of control. The flames have forced more than 29,000... more
![HAL-Dhruv helicopters in a display by the Indian Air Force's "Sarang" aerobatic patrol](https://avionews.it/resources/small/647dec5fcc0b17fbeb783a1289ac4f57.webp.webp)
HelicoptersIndia: flight safety alerts New Delhi
After the three military helicopters crashed in two months
After yesterday's aircraft crash in India, involving a Hal "Dhruv" military helicopter that crashed to the ground with three occupants on board, killing one person, controversy has broken out in New Delhi.... more
![A Bell AH-1Z Viper attack helicopter of US Marine Corp](https://avionews.it/resources/small/ef64666e8b585c9a3b5e0492cdbb76aa.jpg.webp)
DefensePrague buys nove military helicopters
Green light from Washington on AH-1Z Viper and UH-1Y Venom
The government of the Czech Republic has had its request for the purchase, sale and modernization of six Bell AH-1Z Viper helicopters and three Bell UH-1Y Venom aircraft approved by the US State Department.... more
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AerospaceAirplanes and helicopters. Airbus reports first quarter (Q1) 2023 results
127 commercial aircraft delivered
Airbus reported consolidated financial results for its First Quarter (Q1) ending 31 March 2023.The highlights are: 127 commercial aircraft delivered in Q1 2023;Revenues € 11.8 billion; EBIT Adjusted € 0... more
![CH-47F Block II Chinook helicopter in flight](https://avionews.it/resources/small/1cc87707fe4706fabee8da86e52e68cf.jpg.webp)
DefenseUSA: Army bets on helicopters
Chief of Staff McConville asks to modernize fleets
The Chief of Staff of the Army, General James McConville, reiterated the need to invest in the modernization of military helicopters. The message was exposed these days during a speech at the annual conference... more
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DefenseJapan: military helicopter rescued
On the ground black box and wreckage of the Black Hawk that sank last month
Most of the wreckage, including the Flight Data Recorder of a Japanese Army helicopter (GSDF, Ground Self-Defense Force) was recovered yesterday from the seabed in southern Okinawa prefecture. The Sikorsky... more
![Indian Dhruv helicopter in an index photo](https://avionews.it/resources/small/4886d29e8d3139774ca43d724ff972a6.jpg.webp)
DefenseIndia: ALH Dhruv helicopters return to the skies
Grounded for a month to allow for accident checks
The Indian public company Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL), specialized in production in the aerospace and defense sectors, announced in recent days that the fleet of medium multi-purpose helicopters... more
![A Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian helicopter](https://avionews.it/resources/small/82a6f05dca5d32c22702644df76e6228.webp.webp)
DefenseUsa: developments on the helicopter crash
Army communicates first rumors of ongoing investigations
A spokesman for the United States Army reported that the crash between two US Army Boeing AH-64 Apache helicopters, which crashed last April 28 in Alaska over 200 miles north of the city of Anchorage,... more
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DefenseCanada upgrades Cormorant helicopters
Modernization program of 13 aircraft for the national army
The Canadian executive announced that it has signed a contract with the IMP Aerospace and Defense company, specialized in services for military and civil aircraft, for the modernization (in particular... more
![T929 Atak-2 military helicopter manufactured by the Turkish company Turkish Aerospace Industries (Tai)](https://avionews.it/resources/small/fb5aeb93e4390269845a2cf7c37bc3a1.webp.webp)
DefenseTurkey tests Atak-2 military helicopter engines
First start of Russian-Ukrainian TV3-117 thrusters
The first T-929 Atak-2 heavy attack helicopter has recently successfully tested the two TV3-117 engines, manufactured by the Ukrainian company Motor Sich in collaboration with the Russian Klimov. The thrusters... more
![A Boeing AH-64E Apache Guardian helicopter](https://avionews.it/resources/small/82a6f05dca5d32c22702644df76e6228.webp.webp)
AccidentsUSA: accident between 2 military helicopters
US Army aircraft crash in Alaska killing three soldiers
Two US Army Boeing AH-64 Apache helicopters crashed in the past few hours near the Healy area of Alaska, more than 200 miles north of the city of Anchorage. The Communication Office of the Army reported... more
![Two Lockheed-Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk helicopters](https://avionews.it/resources/small/55f9d81ad87908b3ad72a297340298fe.jpeg.webp)
DefenseNorway purchases military helicopters
US approves MH-60R sale and services for C-130
The US Department of Defense approved the sale of six Sikorsky SH-60 Seahawk multi-purpose helicopters to Norway yesterday. This is an order worth an estimated one billion dollars, which includes other... more
![AH-64A Apache helicopter in flight](https://avionews.it/resources/small/16bce3ea0c03b412ad52b48271e5f5ab.jpg.webp)
Civil aviationAirplanes-helicopters. Boeing reports First-Quarter results
Still expect to deliver 400-450 B-737 aircraft this year
The Boeing Company recorded first-quarter revenue of $17.9 billion, GAAP loss per share of ($0.69), and core loss per share (non-GAAP) of ($1.27). The industry reported operating cash flow of ($0.3) billion... more
![A military helicopter Mil Mi-8 of the Myanmar Armed Forces](https://avionews.it/resources/small/2668fcb7d4dd163e33469df7d1ad9862.webp.webp)
DefenseMyanmar: a plea to the international community
"Washington will sanction coup plotters, international community must recognize legitimately elected government"
The Burmese community in Italy calls for the international community to take a clear position in the face of the "tragic situation in Myanmar", after the Tatmadaw, the national army led by General Aung... more
![Mil Mi-8Mtv1 helicopter of the World Food Programme (Wfp) of the United Nations.](https://avionews.it/resources/small/d9a9b423609116b886ebb89c63413710.webp.webp)
Civil aviationNew UN helicopter in Africa
Mil Mi-8Mtv1 aircraft of the World Food Program
The United Nations declared in the past few hours that it has introduced a new helicopter in the fleet of the World Food Program (WFP). It will operate in the eastern part of the Democratic Republic of... more
![NH Industries NH-90 helicopter](https://avionews.it/resources/small/2e12045b949ebe60446cb4dbb424b584.jpg.webp)
HelicoptersAustralia: developments on military helicopter crash
Ditching due to probable lack of on-board software update
The first rumors have emerged on the alleged causes that on 22 March caused the ditching of a NHIndustries NH-90 "Taipan" helicopter with ten people on board. The incident, which occurred during an anti-terrorism... more
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CuriositiesHow to name a military helicopter
US Army aircraft baptized after Native Americans
When a military helicopter is baptized in the United States, it is generally given a name linked to the indigenous Americans. The Boeing AH-64 "Apache" probably immediately comes to mind, dedicated precisely... more
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AccidentsUSA: checks on military helicopters underway
Renewed safety campaign after crash between two Black Hawks
Sikorsky HH-60 "Black Hawk" military helicopters are among the safest flight platforms in the world. However, the recent crash at Fort Campbell, which killed nine servicemen, and 60 fatalities in aviation... more
![HAL-Dhruv helicopters in a display by the Indian Air Force's "Sarang" aerobatic patrol](https://avionews.it/resources/small/647dec5fcc0b17fbeb783a1289ac4f57.webp.webp)
DefenseIndia: increasingly indigenous industry
Revival of Made-in-India in civilian and military fields
India has come a long way since the State-owned Hindustan Aeronautics Limited (HAL) started producing helicopters in 1962. By that year, it had entered into an agreement with France's Sud Aviation for... more
![AW-139 helicopter of Victoria County Police in flight](https://avionews.it/resources/small/8d6b31a58917c6924952011254545ef9.jpg.webp)
DefenseKenya will buy tre police helicopters
The aim is to modernize the law enforcement fleet
The Kenyan Government has started the procedures for the purchase of three new police helicopters. These aircraft will enter service in the National Security Service. The goal is to modernize the law enforcement... more
![A US Bell UH-1 Iroquois military helicopter](https://avionews.it/resources/small/37e5c190733415386935c9e10b90f93e.webp.webp)
DefenseChile will purchase new military helicopters
Selection is underway to replace the current Bell UH-1H Iroquois
The Chilean Government has officially started the procedure for the purchase of 14 light helicopters which will enter service in the Air Force fleet. According to national and international media reports,... more
![UH-60L Black Hawk](https://avionews.it/resources/small/cef838374a89edd3ba09acf2927f5df5.webp.webp)
AccidentsUSA: report on Black Hawk helicopter crash
Army Combat Readiness Center publishes Preliminary Loss Report
Published a preliminary report on the aircraft crash caused by the collision between two Sikorsky HH-60 Blackhawk helicopters, which occurred last March 30 during a night training mission near the military... more
![A US Bell UH-1 Iroquois military helicopter](https://avionews.it/resources/small/37e5c190733415386935c9e10b90f93e.webp.webp)
DefenseCosta Rica: first female UH-1 helicopter captain
Yuriana Arnesto Segura on board of a law enforcement aircraft
Yuriana Arnesto Segura is the first female captain in the history of the Central American country to take the controls of a Bell UH-1 Iroquois multi-purpose military helicopter. This is an important step... more
![H-160 helicopter in flight](https://avionews.it/resources/small/5f6e6972f2e32b698af2e18cf696f1b5.webp.webp)
Civil aviationChina’s GDAT, signed for 50 H-160 helicopters
During French President Macron’s visit to China - DATA SHEET
During French President Macron’s visit to China, Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with GDAT, one of China’s most prominent helicopter lessors and operators, for 50 H-160 helicopters. This contract is... more
![Indian Tejas Mk-1A combat aircraft](https://avionews.it/resources/small/0dfe1e933ed51f8b67f07cc24840420b.webp.webp)
DefenseIndia: military exports to Africa
Made-in-India philosophy to expand business in 30 countries
The Indian Government has recently published the data relating to the volume of exports in the defense sector: in evaluating the 150.9 million euros in the pocket in the 2022-23 fiscal year (+24% on 2021-2022),... more
![Sikorsky and Boeing provided the first look at the new SB>1 DEFIANT helicopter](https://avionews.it/resources/small/bbdfc36bd08ebc9d0956fe188c0a859c.jpg.webp)
Finance and economyUSA: Government-Lockheed tensions over helicopters
Center tussle: 7 billion dollar tender won by Bell-Textron
The Government Accountability Office (GAO) has rejected to the sender the appeal made by the American Defense Group Lockheed Martin against the award procedure of the "Future Long Range-Assault Aircraft"... more
![UH-60 Black Hawk](https://avionews.it/resources/small/014ae4e38a7879517bb501abe74fce7b.jpg.webp)
AccidentsJapan: missing military helicopter found
Coast Guard vessels in action off Okinawa Prefecture
The Coast Guard of Japan recovered, off the coast of Okinawa prefecture, at least 10 parts of the military helicopter Sikorsky UH-60 JA Black Hawk of the Japan Army, which disappeared from radar yesterday,... more
![UH-60L Black Hawk in una foto d'archivio](https://avionews.it/resources/small/91211d366a15ccfc48fff88b51fd44fb.jpg.webp)
DefenseHelicopter crash: nine victims confirmed in the USA
Collision between two Blackhawks during training
The US Army has confirmed that nine soldiers died in the accident between two helicopters that occurred yesterday during a night training mission near the military base of Fort Campbell, in Kentucky. This... more
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Civil aviationNew Zealand: firefighting helicopters in action
A dozen aircraft engaged in putting out a huge fire
At least 10 firefighting helicopters and four teams of ground firefighters are currently engaged in putting out a major fire in New Zealand. The fire front is really large and according to estimates it... more
![NH-90 helicopter in flight](https://avionews.it/resources/small/3204703405d27f75beeab0790f0b1da9.jpg.webp)
DefenseAustralia grounded NH-90 military helicopters
Decision after a technical problem which forced a vessel to ditch
The entire fleet of NHIndustries NH-90 Taipan multi-purpose military helicopters were grounded by the Australian Defense Force following a technical problem that occurred on board an aircraft forced to... more
![Sikorsky S-76/C helicopter for medical transport](https://avionews.it/resources/small/d24e31a7a40bd6dfe3b270a2916a85bf.webp.webp)
Civil aviationBulgaria bets on Hems helicopters
Call for bids for medical transport by air
The Bulgarian Government recently announced the opening of a tender for the rental of two helicopters, and their respective crews, to operate the Hems (Helicopter Emergency Medical Service) emergency medical... more