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Civil aviationFires in Greece: Egypt sends helicopters
Cairo prepares to submit three Chinooks against fires in the woods
The government of Egypt announced in the past few hours that it will send three CH-47 Chinook military helicopters to Greece to help the country fight the forest fires that are ravaging the peninsula and... more
Finance and economyArgentina looks to Indian helicopters
Interest in Luh and Dhruv aircrafts models
The Ministry of Defense of Argentina and the Indian State-owned aircraft manufacturer Hindustan Aeronautics (HAL) have signed a letter of intent relating to a possible acquisition of three-tonne Light... more
Civil aviationH-175 helicopter granted CAAC certification
And to begin the deliveries of this model in China
Airbus Helicopters has received certification from the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC) for the H-175 helicopter.This certification will allow H-175 deliveries to begin in China, one of the... more
Civil aviationUSA: San Diego Police ask for new helicopters
Department needs three new H-125s aircraft to modernize fleet
The San Diego Police Department has asked local authorities for funds to modernize and upgrade the airborne unit's helicopter fleet. At the moment this is in fact made up of three Airbus Helicopters AS-350B3... more
DefenseAustralia: military helicopter training
Joint "Talisman Saber 2023" exercise with the United States
The "Talisman Saber 2023" military exercise (from 19 to 22 July) of the Australian Defense Force (ADF) will start tomorrow, in which helicopters and personnel of the armed forces will participate. The... more
DefenseHungary receives new military helicopters
First batch of H-225M transport aircraft welcomed
The Hungarian Air Force took delivery of the first two H-225M multi-purpose transport helicopters in the past few hours, produced by the European manufacturer Airbus Helicopters. These rotary-wing aircraft... more
Civil aviationAirplanes and helicopters. "Riat 2023": Italian AMI celebrates its centenary at the event (July 14-16)
For the first time the HH-139 from the 15th Wing carrying out a rescue mission demo
The Italian Air Force is taking part in this year’s "Royal International Air Tattoo" (Fairford, UK, 14-16 July) with a massive presence of different assets as part of the celebrations for the 100th anniversary o... more
CuriositiesUSA: new helicopters for the White House
The VH-92A "Patriot" are entering the fleet
The official presentation of the new "Marine One" US presidential helicopters that are already entering service in the White House fleet is approaching. A move that aims to modernize the fleet, replacing... more
DefenseSouth Korea develops military technologies for helicopters
Drones and tiltrotors for intelligence operations and air, land and naval interoperability
The South Korean aircraft manufacturer Korea Aerospace Industries (Kai), a company operating in the aerospace sector, has launched an ambitious program for the development of technologies for drones (Mum-T,... more
Civil aviationNepal: stop to non-essential flights
Banned until September, the decision comes two months after the fatal accident
The Civil Aviation Authority of Nepal (CAAN) has banned helicopters from making "non-essential" flights, including those for sightseeing. The grounding of aircraft was decided in the last few hours and... more
Civil aviationThe pilot shortage is getting worse
USA: over 13,000 hired in 2022, but travel demand remains open
The airline industry is grappling with a pilot shortage that started during the pandemic (early retirements, non-hiring, layoffs). Commercial companies are trying to deal with this as best they can: the... more
Civil defenseTürkiye strengthens firefighting aircraft fleet
Among the new features: TAI T-70 helicopters and Air Tractor AT-802 amphibious planes
In the past few hours, the Turkish Government has illustrated the mechanism of the 2023 firefighting campaign. As regards the intervention of extinguishing from the sky, the fleet has 21 aircraft, 94 helicopters... more
DefenseRussia-Ukraine: Prague will train Kiev pilots
Czech Prime Minister also announces supply of military helicopters
The government of the Czech Republic announced today that it will send military helicopters to Ukraine and will train Kiev pilots on the operation of US-made Lockheed Martin F-16 Fighting Falcon fighter... more
Civil aviationTour de France: helicopters will use SAF
Two operators will employ mixes of 30 to 50% for technical support and TV
The helicopters used to fly the 2023 Tour de France cycling competition will use Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). These are Airbus Helicopters single-engine H-125 aircraft used to transport VIPs and the... more
DefenseGermany: purchase 60 military helicopters continues
CH-47F "Chinook" aircraft to modernize aging fleet
Germany's parliamentary budget committee would have officially taken the decision to go ahead with the purchase of 60 military CH-47F "Chinook" heavy transport helicopters manufactured by the US manufacturer... more
DefenseNATO starts research on future helicopters
Published first tender for studies on new engine architecture
The first conceptual study that will contribute to the design of a new generation military helicopter, according to the provisions of the Next-Generation Rotorcraft Capability (NGRC) program of the North... more
Civil aviationRainbow flying over Hawaii
The story of a woman in love with the island who is now the head of the national tour operator
Woman, entrepreneur and lover of the brilliant colors of the rainbow. Pilot Nicole Battjes arrived at the archipelago of Hawaii, US territory in the middle of the Pacific Ocean, United States, 14 years... more
DefenseHolland: helicopters fined, too many low-level flights
Ministry of Defense accumulates compensation invoices for 350,000 euros
The Defense Ministry of the Netherlands has accumulated claims amounting to 350,000 euros due to damage caused by low-level flights (up to a maximum of 45 meters above the ground) by the fleet of military... more
Civil aviationEmergency air services: who is behind Avincis?
Norway starts legal evaluation to find out who the foreign funds are
The Avincis company currently operates helicopter emergency services in Italy (ambulance, firefighting, Search and rescue) previously managed by Babcock Mission Critical Services Italy. A passage that... more
Civil aviationH-160 helicopter granted FAA certification
The model received from EASA in July 2020- DATA SHEET
Airbus Helicopters has received certification from the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for the H-160 helicopter, marking a significant milestone in the aircraft's development and positioning it for... more
AirlinesIndia: causes of Dhruv helicopter accidents
Identified possible design and construction material issues
Flight safety is always in the spotlight in India. In these first months of 2023, the Dhruv light helicopters of the armed forces of New Delhi have recorded at least five accidents or incidents. In just... more
Finance and economyGrowing demand for militarized civilian helicopters
New platforms to respond to requests of and new and low cost aircraft
The demand for military and low-cost helicopters is growing worldwide. To respond to these requests and challenge competitors, including the new players who have entered the global market, the US aircraft... more
Civil aviationUK: coastguard-public health agreement
Arranged to "save more lives" by transporting patients between British hospitals
The UK Coastguard has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the National Health Service (NHS) to use helicopters to transport patients between hospitals in the west and south-west of England.... more
Civil aviationLos Angeles: petition to block Police helicopters
Public authority aircraft emit more Co2 than those used by celebrities
A public petition has been started in the United States to ask the Los Angeles police to stop the use of its fleet of helicopters. It was announced by the environmental portal "Onegreenplanet", which underlined... more
DefenseUK could build Black Hawk helicopters
British "New Medium Helicopter" program seeks up to 44 military aircraft
The US company Sikorsky (Lockheed Martin Group) could build military Black Hawk helicopters in the UK, including those for the export market. The American company is in fact participating the call for... more
Civil aviation"Paris Air Show": show in the skies on the second day
Helicopters, military aircraft and evolutions of the Fouga CM-170 - VIDEO
Second day at the "Paris Air Show 2023". The organizers estimate that there are 2,500 exhibitors from 47 countries. And there is already a boom in aircraft orders from the main aircraft manufacturers.... more
Airlines"Paris Air Show": evolutions by aircraft in the skies
The shows of planes, drones and helicopters of the first day - VIDEO
Thrilling shows in the skies over Paris-Le Bourget airport. It's the gist of the first day of the 54th edition of the "Paris Air Show 2023" held at the French capital's airport from 19 to 25 June 2023.... more
Civil aviation"Le Bourget 2023". Boeing brings fuel-efficient jet aircraft
The initiatives unveiled at the Paris Air show from today to next Sunday
Boeing showcases its market-leading aerospace and defense portfolio at the "2023 Paris Air Show" (June 19-25), including highly efficient commercial jets, critical defense platforms, customer-focused services... more
Civil aviationLeonardo: the names of Cingolani architecture
Mariani took the Tempest project, supermanaged by Carlo Gualdaroni
The Leonardo Group -which operates in the aerospace, defense and security sectors- has presented the new corporate organization chart. The management team has been reduced to 8 reports from the managing... more
AirportsPlanes and helicopters. The "Paris-Le Bourget 2023" airshow (June 19-25) gets underway
Lots of news starring the eVtol
The "Paris Aerospace Show", held at Le Bourget airport, is back after four years. The 54th edition will be held from 19 to 25 June 2023. The first four days are dedicated only to industry representatives... more
DefenseUkrainian conflict: Russian helicopter records destroyed
Moscow reportedly lost five times more aircraft than during the Chechen war
Today's daily bulletin of the Ukrainian General Staff stated that Russia has lost 301 helicopters since February 24, 2022. Figures that are also the result of Kiev's propaganda. In any case, in almost... more
Civil aviationIreland: legal battle over SaR services
Appeal to the judges by a company that has lost the contract
The American company CHC Helicopter, a global provider of helicopter services (medical transport, off-shore, firefighting) has launched a court case against the Irish government due to the loss of the... more
Civil aviationChina: first helicopter flight with Saf
Beijing has set itself the goal of using 10% biofuel by 2030
First flight in China of a helicopter powered by Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). The Airbus Helicopters H-125 aircraft, operated by the State Grid Space Technology (SGST) company, carried out the flight... more
Finance and economyAirbus prepares future military helicopters
Developments favored by Russian-Ukrainian war, aircraft still essential in modern conflicts
The Airbus Helicopters company is working on a number of future features that will ensure a decisive operational impact on the battlefield. In particular, the company is planning the next generation of... more
DefenseJoint British-Portuguese air exercise
"Montijo Merlin" mission to enhance capabilities deployed over continental airspace
The British and Portuguese air forces conducted a joint exercise at Montijo Air Base, located near Lisbon, Portugal. Called "Montijo Merlin", the training was intended to provide and enhance the chemistry... more
Civil aviationCanada: firefighting aircraft in action
Eaten up tens of thousands of hectares; smoke and ash also in the USA
There are dozens and dozens of firefighting planes and helicopters in action in Canada, where the flames are devouring about 3.8 million hectares of land and forests throughout the country, especially... more
DefensePoland evaluates purchase of Black Hawk helicopters
Country's Lockheed Martin managers meet defense ministry in Warsaw
The US group Lockheed Martin, specialized in the aerospace and defense sectors, could supply the Polish government with around 32 UH-60 Black Hawk multi-purpose armed helicopters. This is an order that... more
AirlinesMalaysia charters Black Hawk helicopters
Five-year contract for 4 US military aircraft
Malaysia's defense ministry recently signed an agreement with the Pentagon for the five-year lease of four Sikorsky UH-60A Black Hawk helicopters. This is the first time that this model of American-made... more
HelicoptersBell announced first 407GXi purchase agreement in Turkey
Sancak Air to purchase the helicopter for corporate travel
Bell Textron announced the signed purchase agreement for the first 407GXi in Turkey, to Turkish customer Sancak Air. This aircraft will join its fleet which includes a 430 and a 206. The Bell 407GXi is... more
Defense"Madex 2023" defense exhibition kicks off today (June 7-9)
International event on marine and aviation technologies in South Korea
The international Maritime Defense Industry Exhibition ("Madex") kicks off today, held from 7 to 9 June 2023 in the city of Busan, South Korea. It is a three-day event dedicated to the maritime defense... more
Finance and economyHolland buys 14 military helicopters
They will be employed by the Special Operations Force (Sof) for operations on land and at sea
The Netherlands has announced the purchase of 14 new military helicopters for the training of the "special forces" of the Dutch Air Force. The sale concerns Airbus Helicopters H-225M "Caracal" long-range... more
DefenseStrengthened India-US defense axis
This is the Icet critical and emerging technology initiative
The governments of India and the United States have agreed to strengthen industrial cooperation in the defense sector. This is an announcement made today by US Defense Secretary Lloyd Austin, who arrived... more
DefenseArgentina buys six military helicopters
Canada sells Bell Textron 407GXi aircraft
Argentina's Ministry of Defense has announced an agreement to purchase six Bell 407GXi military helicopters from Textron Group Canada. The sale is the result of an intergovernmental agreement with the... more
Civil defenseUSA: laser against helicopter, arrested
Point blinding light after the discovery of a clandestine car race
A 21-year-old man was arrested for being the suspected perpetrator of a stunt against a Metro Nashville Police Department (Mnpd) helicopter. According to the indictment, he allegedly aimed a laser at an... more
Civil aviationHill Helicopters will introduce first helicopter
On display at the Imperial War Museum, Duxford, UK in December
The British aircraft manufacturer Hill Helicopters has announced the presentation of its first helicopter, called the HX-50, during an event at the Imperial War Museum in Duxford, in the United Kingdom,... more
Finance and economyPoland arms new helicopters
Agreement with the USA on Hellfire missiles for military aircraft
The governments of Poland and the United States signed a contract for the purchase of American-made Lockheed Martin AGM-114 II air-to-ground missiles yesterday. These are armaments purchased by Warsaw... more
Civil aviationPlanes and helicopters. Brussels strengthens firefighting fleet
There will be 28 aircraft in the Union Civil Defence Mechanism
The European commissioner for crisis management, Janez Lenarcic, has announced that the European Union will double the capacity of its fire-fighting fleet, which in view of the Summer will rise to 28 aircraft... more
Civil aviationIndia: new guidelines on Himalaya helicopter travel
Decision on the occasion of 70 years of conquering the highest mountain in the world
The Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) India, has introduced from this season "an additional take-off control for pilots operating on helipads at 10,000 feet" to reach the Himalaya. The decision... more
Civil aviation"Ebace 2023". Air Corporate orders 43 Airbus helicopters
40 single engine aircraft and three ACH-160s
The Italian business aviation operator Air Corporate has placed a firm order for 43 helicopters from Airbus on the concluding day of "EBACE 2023" (May 23-25 in Geneva). The aircraft include 40 single-engine h... more
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