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HelicoptersFinmeccanica-AgustaWestland: Life Flight Network takes delivery of 15th AW-119Kx helicopter
Cascina Costa, Italy - From the Philadelphia assembly line
Finmeccanica–AgustaWestland announced last Wednesday that it has built and delivered from the Philadelphia assembly line the 15th AW-119Kx for Life Flight Network, the latest addition to their Pacific N... more
HelicoptersFinmeccanica-AgustaWestland: JNPA orders an AW-109 helicopter
Cascina Costa, Italy - The Power aircraft will replace an ageing B-206 model and will be delivered to the customer in December 2015
Finmeccanica-AgustaWestland and Kanematsu Corporation announced that the Japan National Police Agency (JNPA) has ordered one AW-109 Power light twin helicopter which will be operated by Kyoto Police. The... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters and Romania sign Memorandum of Understanding (MOU)
Bucharest, Romania - To build on four decades of successes
The Government of Romania and Airbus Helicopters have signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) in a ceremony at the Victoria Palace in Victory Square, the headquarters of the Romanian Government. Present... more
HelicoptersHelicopters. Finmeccanica: the Italian judge accepts the requests made by AW to bring to an end the Indian case
Rome, Italy - In connection with the judicial proceedings regarding the supply of 12 AW-101 VVIP aircraft to the Indian Government
In connection with the judicial proceedings regarding the supply of 12 AW-101 VVIP helicopters to the Indian Government pursuant to understandings dated 2010, Finmeccanica hereby informs that the judge... more
HelicoptersArmed Forces of Malta celebrate the delivery of their first AW-139 helicopter
Cascina Costa, Italy - During an official ceremony
Finmeccanica–AgustaWestland announced that the Armed Forces of Malta celebrated yesterday the delivery of their first AW-139 intermediate twin-engine helicopter during an official ceremony. The aircraft, d... more
HelicoptersMaryland State Police takes delivery of 10th AW-139 helicopter
Cascina Costa, Italy - AgustaWestland sells another Corporate/Vip AW-139 in North America
Finmeccanica–AgustaWestland has delivered to Maryland State Police the 10th AW-139 helicopter to be used for the state’s emergency medical, search and rescue, law enforcement and homeland security mis... more
HelicoptersHeliconia Aero Solutions takes delivery of two AW-139 helicopters
Cascina Costa, Italy - To perform off-shore transport missions in Morocco
Finmeccanica–AgustaWestland and Heliconia Aero Solutions announced the delivery of two AW-139 intermediate class twin-engine helicopters to perform off-shore transport missions in Morocco. The first a... more
HelicoptersHelicopters. Finmeccanica-AgustaWestland and Italian Air Force sign training services cooperation agreement
Cascina Costa, Italy - It follows the Letter of Intent signed earlier this year in March
Finmeccanica–AgustaWestland announced that it has signed a cooperation agreement with the Italian Air Force for training services aimed at further strengthening their already well-established cooperation t... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters starts delivery of EC-145T2 to DRF Luftrettung
Donauwörth, Germany - The German air rescue company has ordered 20 of these aircraft
The handover of the first EC-145T2 to DRF Luftrettung marks yet another milestone for Airbus Helicopters in the successful program for the BK-117/EC-145 family. In spring 2014, the latest addition to the... more
HelicoptersEnstrom obtains certification of Garmin G1000H Integrated Flight Deck to install in its 480B helicopter
Menominne, Usa - The new configuration will be designated the 480B-G
Enstrom announced that the Federal Aviation Administration has certified the Garmin G1000H all-glass, integrated flight deck for installation in its 480B helicopter model. The new configuration will be... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters: tender for two specially equipped EC-145 in Russia
Moscow, Russia - The aircraft will be delivered for air ambulance service operations in Moscow
As recently announced by the Moscow Health Department, following an open tender, Airbus Helicopters Vostok was awarded a contract to supply two medical helicopters for the Health Department’s Scientific a... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters. Derazona Helicopters buys its first aircraft from the industry: a multi-role AS-350B3e
Marignane, France - The single-engine will be delivered to the Indonesian operator next December
Airbus Helicopters has increased its global customer base with the first order from Derazona Helicopters in Indonesia, which is acquiring a fully-equipped AS-350 B3e for utility missions. Derazona Helicopters,... more
HelicoptersRussian Helicopters completes delivery of 52 helicopeters to China
Moscow, Russia - Mi-171E operates successfully in areas with challenging terrains and harsh climates
Russian Helicopters, a subsidiary of Oboronprom, part of State Corporation Rostec, announces that Ulan-Ude Aviation Plant has delivered four Mi-171E transport helicopters to China’s Poly Technologies, t... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters’ EC-175 full-flight simulator is ready for service
Marignane, France - Located at the Helisim Training Academy
The first Level D full-flight simulator for Airbus Helicopters’ EC-175 rotorcraft has received airworthiness certification from the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA), enabling launch pilots to be t... more
HelicoptersRostvertol ready to series production "E" upgrade of the MI-28N "Night Hunter" helicopter
Moscow, Russia - It will be started not just the test phase ended
Rostvertol holding (manufacturer of the MI-26T, MI-35 and MI-28N helicopters, and for 75,06% owned by Russian Helicopters) is ready to begin the series production of the MI-28N "Night Hunter" helicopter... more
HelicoptersAustralian Helicopters signs for six AW-139 helicopters for EMS missions by Air Ambulance Victoria
Cascina Costa, Italy - Under a 10 year agreement to perform Emergency Medical Service
Finmeccanica–AgustaWestland and Australian Helicopters announce the signature of a contract for AW-139 intermediate twin-engine helicopters that will be operated for Ambulance Victoria under a 10 year a... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters signs 123 rotorcraft over five years with three general aviation operators in China
Beijing, China - On the occasion of German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s state visit in Beijing
On the occasion of German Chancellor Angela Merkel’s state visit in Beijing where she met with Chinese Premier Li Keqiang, Airbus Helicopters signs a record 123 civil helicopters with three customers f... more
HelicoptersAersud and Airbus Helicopters present the new EC-135T3/P3 aircraft from tomorrow
Trento, Italy - The helicopter will be tested at altitude of the Alps in Trentino
The new model of the EC-135T3/P3 aircraft by Airbus Helicopters will be presented at the Helicopters Italia in Trento from July 8 to 10, 2014. Airbus Helicopters chose Aersud Group and the Trentino's... more
HelicoptersFinmeccanica-AW signs contract for Brazilian Navy's Lynx helicopters upgrade
Rome, Italy - Valued in excess of USD 160 million (EUR 117 million)
Finmeccanica-AgustaWestland signed a contract for the upgrade of eight Lynx Mk21A helicopters of the Brazilian Navy’s Naval Aviation. The contract, valued in excess of USD 160 million (EUR 117 million), i... more
HelicoptersBoeing completes delivery of Canadian CH-147F Chinook helicopters
Washington, Usa - Last aircraft ahead of schedule
Boeing and the Royal Canadian Air Force announced the delivery of the 15th CH-147F Medium-to-Heavy-Lift Helicopter, ensuring advanced operational capability for the Canadian Chinook fleet. "The Canadian... more
HelicoptersFinmeccanica-AW: American Helicopter Museum honors "Project Zero" with "2014 Achievement Award"
Cascina Costa, Italy - Different partners to support this plan
Finmeccanica-AgustaWestland was honored this week with the "2014 American Helicopter Museum and Education Center Achievement Award" for advancements in rotary wing technologies based on the success of... more
HelicoptersFinmeccanica-AW helicopters. Rotorsim surpasses 100,000 hours of simulator training
Sesto Calende, Italy - The joint-venture was established in 2003
Rotorsim, the joint-venture owned equally by CAE and Finmeccanica–AgustaWestland, announced yesterday that it has recently surpassed 100,000 hours of simulator training. The jv was established in 2... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters highlights its strategy of innovation and cooperation with Poland
Marignane, France - During "Balt Military Expo and Natcon Conference" of this week
The long-term partnership between Poland and Airbus Helicopters –built on the dual strengths of cooperation and the application of innovation– is spotlighted during the company’s participation at this... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters: AS-350B3e and EC-135T2 delivered to the Malaysian Aerial Power Lines
Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia - During a ceremony today at the industry's subsidiary in Subang
The delivery of Airbus Helicopters? initial two rotorcraft to Aerial Power Lines Sdn Bhd (APL) will enable this Malaysian operator to offer solutions for electrical power line construction, maintenance... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters’ X3 high-speed demonstrator makes its new home at France’s national Air and Space museum
Le Bourget, France - Its maiden take-off in September 2010 and its retirement in 2013
After opening the frontiers of flight during a record-setting test program, Airbus Helicopters’ X3 is now ready for its place in history as this high-speed helicopter demonstrator is welcomed for display a... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters delivers the first EC-725 produced in Brazil
Itajubá, Brazil - Brazilian Armed Forces have received a total of 12 units to date
The first “Built-in-Brazil” EC-725 was provided to the Brazilian Navy last Friday, marking a major milestone in Airbus Helicopters’ cooperation with the country to supply mission-ready multi-role rotor... more
HelicoptersFinmeccanica-AW: KIA orders a GrandNew EMS helicopter
Cascina Costa, Italy - For new Southern Hokkaido Doctor Heli base
Finmeccanica–AgustaWestland and Kaigai Corporation of Japan announced that Kagoshima International Aviation (KIA) has placed an order for a GrandNew light twin helicopter to perform emergency medical s... more
HelicoptersAgustaWestland: Turkish Armed Forces takes delivery of T-129 Atak helicopter
Ankara, Turkey - The delivery is the first of 59 aircraft: 9 in EDH and 50 in B configurations
TAI (Turkish Aerospace Industries) and Finmeccanica-AgustaWestland announced that the Turkish Armed Forces have taken delivery of their first T-129 ATAK Advanced Attack and Tactical Reconnaissance Helicopter... more
HelicoptersFinmeccanica signs two strategic agreements with China for helicopters and for projects
Beijing, China - At the "Business Forum" between the two Countries
At the Italy-China "Business Forum" under way in Beijing, Mauro Moretti, Chief Executive Officer and General Manager of Finmeccanica has signed two agreements of strategic importance for the Group. The... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters delivers three EC-225s to Milestone Aviation Group
Marignane, France - For African oil and gas operations by SonAir
The worldwide fleet of EC-225 helicopters that perform heli-lift duties for oil and gas operators increased by three with Airbus Helicopters’ triple delivery of workhorse rotorcraft acquired by Milestone A... more
HelicoptersRobinson: Canada certifies R-66 Police helicopter
Torrance, Usa - The model meets the latest FAA crashworthiness regulations
On May 26, 2014, Robinson Helicopter Company received Transport Canada’s certification for the R-66 Turbine Police Helicopter. Robinson’s R-66 Police model is specially configured for law enforcement and... more
HelicoptersAW-101 helicopters: India will try to recover 278 million Euros
New Delhi, India - New Delhi's government is studying the order of Milan's Court
The Indian government announced it is planning to "Take immediate steps" to recover 278 million Euros in bank guarantees and performance bonds related to the contract signed with AgustaWestland for the... more
HelicoptersAgustaWestland: Kaan Air orders two helicopters in VIP configuration in Turkey
Cascina Costa, Italy - One AW-139 and one AW-189
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, announced an order by Kaan Air for one AW-139 intermediate twin-engine helicopter and one AW-189 super medium twin-engine helicopter. Both aircraft will be fitted... more
HelicoptersHelicopters. Turbomeca at "Heli Russia 2014" (May 22-24, Moscow)
Bordes, France - The industry will display its latest products: Ardiden 3G and RTM322
At "HeliRussia" (May 22-24 2014, Moscow), Turbomeca (Safran) will display two of its latest products, the Ardiden 3G – the new member of the same family selected to power the new Russian Helicopters K... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters' EC-175 makes its North Sea debut and announces extra payload
Marignane, France - A week-long demonstration tour brings the rotorcraft to England, Scotland and Norway
The EC-175 is Airbus Helicopters’ newest-certified rotorcraft in the 7-metric-ton class. It will demonstrate its outstanding Category A performance and its mission capabilities for the oil and gas sector d... more
HelicoptersAirbus Group delivers 300th UH-72A Lakota helicopter to US Army
Columbus, USA - Every aircraft has been delivered on time and on budget
Airbus Group today delivered to the Army the service's 300th UH-72A Lakota helicopter. Every Lakota has been delivered –on time and on budget– by an American workforce that is more than 50 percent US... more
HelicoptersSikorsky wins contract for the new helicopters of the US President
Washington, USA - 21 aircraft will be operational by 2023
The US Navy has awardeded Sikorsky Aircraft the contract for the design, the development and the manufacturing of the "Marine One", the helicopter dedicated to the transport of the President of the United... more
HelicoptersTurbomeca: first rotations of Arrius 2R engine for Bell 505 Jet Ranger X helicopter
Bordes, France - The aircraft was unveiled last February at the "Heli-Expo 2014"
The first engine test bench run of Turbomeca’s new Arrius 2R turboshaft took place on April 29th 2014 at the company’s Bordes factory in southwestern France. The latest Arrius variant is destined for... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters partners with IAS for the first maintenance centre in Western and Central Africa to be certified by a helicopter manufacturer
Marignane, France - The agreement was signed today at the "ShieldAfrica 2014" exhibition
Firmly committed to the development of services situated in proximity to its operators, Airbus Helicopters today announced that it has certified the Abidjan maintenance center operated by International... more
HelicoptersSonAir takes delivery of a new EC-225 helicopter for oil and gas missions in Africa
Marignane, France - A handover ceremony yesterday in Marignane, France at Airbus Helicopters' facility
Airbus Helicopters’ EC-225 presence in the African oil and gas heli-lift market will expand following delivery of an additional workhorse rotorcraft to SonAir, which is to deploy this long-range helicopter o... more
HelicoptersR-66 helicopter received EASA certification
Torrance, Usa - Four years after initial FAA
On April 30, 2014, four years after initial FAA certification, the European Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) issued its type certificate for the R-66 Turbine helicopter. Robinson to add EASA member states... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters at "ShieldAfrica 2014" next week (May 6-8)
Marignane, France - With more than 670 of its rotorcraft operating across the continent
With more than 670 of its rotorcraft operating across the African continent, Airbus Helicopters’ presence at next week’s "ShieldAfrica" exhibition will spotlight the role of its product line in serving thi... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters completes deliveries of EC-135s to Turkey's THK Gökçen Aviation
Donauwörth, Germany - For emergency medical services. This operator's fleet now totals 17 of the twin.engine rotorcraft
Critical-care airlift services from Turkey’s THK Gökçen Aviation are now at their full-up capability following completion of Airbus Helicopters’ delivery of EC-135 to this commercial arm of the Turkish Aeron... more
HelicoptersUSA, presidential helicopter change design
Washington, USA - US Navy is planning to reduce costs: minor passenger capacity, range and speed for the "Marine One"
The new generation of presidential helicopters is going to replace the older fleet, currently composed by 11 VH-3D, dated 1975 and 8 VH-60 N, dated 1989. Both models are produced by American company Sikorsky. VH-3D... more
Helicopters"Marine One": US presidential helicopters manufacturing to be entrusted
Washington, USA - AgustaWestland won the first contract. Five years ago Barack Obama decided to cancel it
A presidential helicopter fleet to renew after 40 years. With an adaptation to new technologies and new global dangers, such as terrorism, that United States are particularly afraid of after 9/11. Actually,... more
HelicoptersHelicopters. AW and Heliconia Aero Solutions sign Distributorship Agreement for Morocco
Cascina Costa, Italy - Both companies unveil a first order for two AW-139 helicopters, plus a number of options
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, and Heliconia Aero Solutions, the flagship Company of Heliconia Group in Morocco, announce the signing of a Distributorship Agreement for AW helicopters models in... more
HelicoptersAgustaWestland: Saudi Aramco signs contract for a further AW-139 helicopter
Cascina Costa, Italy - This aircraft will be used to perform off-shore and VIP transport operations in Saudi Arabia
AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, announced that Saudi Aramco has placed an order for an AW-139 intermediate twin aircraft, further expanding its fleet of AW-139 helicopters and confirming its confidence... more
HelicoptersAgustaWestland: certification ceremony for the AW-189 helicopter
Vergiate, Italy - Representatives of the government and of Region Lombardy attended the event
The Italian Interior Minister, Angelino Alfano, the Infrastructure and Transport Minister Maurizio Lupi and the President of the Lombardy Region, Roberto Maroni, took part today in the celebrations for... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters: EASA certifies EC-225 helicopter gear shaft redesign
Marignane, France - The certification to be followed by validation from other international airworthiness authorities
The redesigned vertical bevel gear shaft for Airbus Helicopters’ EC-225 has been certified, enabling its production and installation on all rotorcraft of this type in operation globally, as well as those b... more
HelicoptersAirbus Helicopters' new EC-145T2 is certified
Donauwörth, Germany - Deliveries to begin in the third quarter
The newest member of Airbus Helicopters’ proven EC-145 rotorcraft family –the EC-145T2– has been certified, clearing the way for customer deliveries beginning in the third quarter of this year. Issued by th... more