Helicopter Maintenance News

Monday, June 15, 2026 - 13:25
Leonardo announces that emergency aerial service provider Avincis has placed 15 orders — 10 for the AW169 light intermediate and 5 for the AW139 intermediate twin-engine aircraft — in the framework of a fleet-modernization-and-reinforcement plan aimed at meeting a long-term rescue and offshore transport growth strategy.

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Wednesday, May 27, 2026 - 12:38

Many aircraft maintenance professionals liken what we do as aircraft maintenance professionals to doctors. After all, doctors are responsible for the health and well-being of their patients. Similarly, we are responsible for the health and well-being of the aircraft we maintain. 

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Billings Flying Service Receives FAA Restricted Type Certification for Surplus Netherlands Air Force CH-47D Chinook Helicopters
Billings Flying Service Receives FAA Restricted Type Certification for Surplus Netherlands Air Force CH-47D Chinook Helicopters

Billings Flying Service, Inc. (BFS) announces it has received FAA Restricted Category type certification for its surplus Boeing CH-47D Chinook helicopters. BFS acquired six CH-47D Chinooks from the Royal Netherlands Air Force (RNLAF) in July 2023. Two of the aircraft have been added to the type certificate while the remainder are currently completing the certification process.

NBAA Welcomes Nomination of Bryan Bedford as FAA Administrator
NBAA Welcomes Nomination of Bryan Bedford as FAA Administrator

The National Business Aviation Association (NBAA) welcomes President Trump’s nomination of pilot and aviation-industry veteran Bryan Bedford to lead the Federal Aviation Administration (FAA), noting Bedford’s proven organizational leadership and the importance of a confirmed administrator in providing consistency and continuity at the agency.

True Blue Power Introduces New 45-watt Charging Ports for 14- and 28-volt Aircraft at AEA International Convention
True Blue Power Introduces New 45-watt Charging Ports for 14- and 28-volt Aircraft at AEA International Convention

True Blue Power, a provider of certified USB charging technology for the aircraft industry, introduces the company’s newest USB charger during the New Product Introductions at the Aircraft Electronics Association (AEA) International Convention and Trade Show in Phoenix, AZ. New TA245 Series USB Chargers feature a compact footprint and an input voltage of 12-32 VDC, delivering the versatility required across all GA, BA and commercial aircraft.

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