Bristow and CHC face off again for UK SAR contract
The battle for the UK’s second-generation search and rescue (UKSAR2G) contract could be down to a straight fight between two of the world’s biggest helicopter operators.
Global Medical Response orders 21 rotorcraft from Airbus Helicopters
USA firm Global Medical Response (GMR) will add 21 Airbus Helicopters rotorcraft to its fleet for the emergency medical services (EMS) mission.
Leonardo revives Agusta name in VIP helicopter push
Leonardo Helicopters has revived the Agusta name, adopting the legacy brand for its operations in the VIP and corporate segment.
UK CAA seizes ‘golden opportunity’ to drive eVTOL safety culture
UK civil aviation regulators are attempting to shape the safety culture of advanced air mobility operations – a sector that will not begin carrying paying passengers for at least another three years – through the creation of a cross-industry forum.
Airbus Helicopters tests battery power for emergency landings
Airbus Helicopters has begun flight tests of a battery-based electric back-up system (EBS), which will boost safety in light-single helicopters by providing up to 30s of power in the event of an engine failure.
Bristow signs tentative eVTOL orders with Eve and Vertical Aerospace
Bristow Group, one of the world’s largest helicopter operators, has signalled its intention to move into a new market, signing tentative orders with a pair of developers for up to 150 electric vertical take-off and landing (eVTOL) aircraft.
Revised design proposal aims to cut helicopter hoist accident fatalities
Europe’s aviation safety regulator has put forward proposals to revise certification requirements for helicopter hoist design, arguing that design improvements would potentially mitigate a number of accidents and reduce fatalities.
Bell’s new Asia chief confronts Covid-19 challenges
Bell’s new Asia-Pacific head Jacinto Monge says travel restrictions related to the coronavirus pandemic have been a challenge for the helicopter maker, but pilot training, support activities, and sales efforts continue apace.
Airbus progresses Racer demonstrator as completed main fuselage arrives at Marignane
Airbus Helicopters has detailed fresh progress on its Racer high-speed demonstrator as the airframer pushes to meet a first flight target now set for the end of 2022.
CityAirbus nears end of flight-test campaign
Airbus Helicopters is nearing the end of flight tests for its CityAirbus urban air mobility (UAM) demonstrator as the airframer considers its approach to the segment.