For those of you that work on or support helicopters or have ever been to the Helicopter Association International’s (HAI) main event — Heli-Expo, you know that it is undoubtedly the largest helicopter tradeshow in the world. This year’s Heli-Expo 2024 was no exception.
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Schweizer announces that U.S. Aviation Training Solutions (USATS) of Titusville, FL, has taken delivery of the first 300CBi helicopter in its 25 aircraft purchase agreement with Schweizer.
GPMS International, a provider in predictive health and usage monitoring systems (HUMS), announces it has received Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) supplemental type certification (STC) for its Foresight MX HUMS on the Airbus Helicopters H145 D2 and D3 platforms. The milestone was achieved in collaboration with Wysong Enterprises and Metro Aviation, key partners who played a crucial role in the certification and installation process.
S.A.F.E. Structure Designs, a provider in the design and manufacturing of creative and customizable solutions for the Department of Defense, is awarded a $3.5 million contract to supply a custom, full wrap-around maintenance platform for the UH-60 Black Hawk Sikorsky helicopter for the U.S. Army National Guard. The contract will cover 10 different locations across the United States and was procured through the Yulista Integrated Solutions Prime Vendor contract.
Concorde Battery Corporation celebrates Chris Holder, who has been announced as a member of the 2025 South Carolina Aviation Hall of Fame inductee class. Holder is being honored and recognized for his unwavering dedication to advancing the industry’s safety and quality through education. He will be named during a special ceremony on Feb. 13, 2025, at the South Carolina Aviation Hall of Fame in Greenville, SC.
Ongoing headlines reporting tragic airline safety issues, dangerous aircraft manufacturing practices, and aviation whistleblower retaliation require that Congress reevaluate the anti-retaliation framework protecting aviation whistleblowers. Supporters are urged to join the National Whistleblower Center's campaign.
Coulson Aviation, the world's largest aerial firefighting company, announces the addition of Brent Misura as its new vice president of Design, further enhancing Coulson's ongoing commitment to lead the industry in the design, manufacture and operation of firefighting aircraft.
CHC Helicopter signs a new agreement with ITP Aero to implement DigitAI Aero™ across its fleet of helicopter engines. The landmark partnership establishes CHC as the leading helicopter operator to embrace AI-powered solutions for engine diagnosis and health monitoring, significantly enhancing its existing maintenance support partnership with ITP Aero.
Vita Inclinata, a provider of intelligent lifting technology and solutions for aerospace and industrial construction industries, announces that it has deployed 16 Vita Rescue System (VRS) units to the California Department of Forestry and Fire Protection (CAL FIRE) for its Firehawk fleet to enhance the safety and efficiency of CAL FIRE’s aerial firefighting and rescue missions.
Vertical Aviation International (VAI) offers the following statement on the recent confirmation of Sean Duffy, former member of the U.S. House of Representatives, as the U.S. Secretary of Transportation.
Airbus Helicopters logs 455 gross orders (net: 450) in 2024, highlighting a steady market growth with a strong performance this year for its light, light twin-engined, and heavy helicopters. The orders came from 182 customers in 42 countries. The company delivered 361 helicopters in 2024, resulting in a preliminary 57% share of the civil and parapublic market.