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GPMS International announces that the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has validated the FAA supplemental type certificate (STC) for the installation of Foresight MX HUMS on the Bell 429 helicopter in India.

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GPMS Expands EASA Approvals for Foresight MX HUMS
GPMS Expands EASA Approvals for Foresight MX HUMS

GPMS International, a provider in helicopter health and usage monitoring systems (HUMS), announces that the European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) has validated several of its existing Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) supplemental type certificates (STCs) for its Foresight MX HUMS. The new validations include the Airbus AS350/H125 (STC 10086957), Bell 407 (STC 10069291), Bell 429 (STC 10087254), and Bell 212 and 412 models (STC 10087806).

JSSI Appoints Molly Hennessy as Chief Product and Technology Officer to Accelerate Digital Innovation
JSSI Appoints Molly Hennessy as Chief Product and Technology Officer to Accelerate Digital Innovation

Jet Support Services, Inc. (JSSI), announces the executive appointment of Molly Hennessy as chief product and technology officer, reinforcing the company’s continued investment in technology, AI and data-driven solutions for the business-aviation industry.

BriskHeat Launches the ACR® 4 Hot Bonder, Redefining Composite Curing and Repair
BriskHeat Launches the ACR® 4 Hot Bonder, Redefining Composite Curing and Repair

BriskHeat, a global provider in industrial heating and temperature control solutions, announces the launch of its most advanced hot bonder to date, the ACR® 4 Hot Bonder. Engineered for precision, durability, and ease of use, the ACR 4 sets a new standard in out-of-autoclave composite curing and debulking, as well as adhesive bonding.

Metro Aviation to Expand in 2026 with Addition of Three New Operations Customers
Metro Aviation to Expand in 2026 with Addition of Three New Operations Customers

Metro Aviation, a provider in air-medical transport operations and aircraft completions, welcomes three new partners to its operations family: Children’s Nebraska, LifeFlight Eagle and Vanderbilt LifeFlight. These healthcare organizations join Metro’s growing network of air-medical programs committed to patient-centered, safety-focused transport solutions.

Ex-Change Parts Expands with Greater Focus on Purchasing Helicopter Airframes and Inventories
Ex-Change Parts Expands with Greater Focus on Purchasing Helicopter Airframes and Inventories

Ex-Change Parts AB, the Swedish-based helicopter parts and component support specialist, launches a strategic expansion program designed to both strengthen its purchasing operations and also increase the availability of certified components. In particular, the company is expanding its already robust acquisition program for surplus inventories and helicopter airframes, ensuring sellers continue to benefit from rapid decisions and fair valuations.

Veryon’s CEO, Bethany Little, Named 2025 Herizon Award Winner for Transformative Leadership in Aviation Technology
Veryon’s CEO, Bethany Little, Named 2025 Herizon Award Winner for Transformative Leadership in Aviation Technology

Veryon, a provider of information services and software solutions for the aviation industry, announces that its chief executive officer, Bethany Little, has been named a 2025 Herizon Award winner by the Business Intelligence Group. The annual awards honor women who are redefining leadership and driving measurable impact in their industries and communities.

Outerlink’s Air IP Boosts Capability for Bell 407, Expanding Encrypted Broadband Connectivity across Helicopter Markets
Outerlink’s Air IP Boosts Capability for Bell 407, Expanding Encrypted Broadband Connectivity across Helicopter Markets

Outerlink Global Solutions expands the reach of its Air IP broadband communications system with the new STC for the Bell 407, bringing secure, high-speed connectivity to public safety, EMS, corporate and utility operators flying the popular single-engine platform.

Metro Aviation Advances Air-Medical Capabilities with H160 EMS Interior STC and H140 Fleet Expansion
Metro Aviation Advances Air-Medical Capabilities with H160 EMS Interior STC and H140 Fleet Expansion

Metro Aviation, a provider in air-medical transport solutions and aircraft completions, announces two significant developments that strengthen its support for critical-care rotorcraft operations. First, Metro will be the first completion center to offer an EMS-interior supplemental type certificate (STC) for the new Airbus H160. Second, Metro has signed a purchase agreement for twelve Airbus H140 aircraft, which will be available for purchase and completion at Metro’s facility, offering air-medical operators a highly capable and mission-ready platform.

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