Leonardo slows arrival of Kopter SH09 helicopter as it integrates new acquisition
Leonardo Helicopters has slowed the service-entry schedule for its recently acquired Kopter SH09 light-single and is also likely to build the rotorcraft at an existing production plant in to the north of Italy rather than Switzerland as previously planned.
Airbus Helicopters outlines emergency battery plans in patent filing
Airbus Helicopters has applied for a patent covering a proposed emergency battery system for single-engined rotorcraft
Western Australia police orders first five-bladed H145 helicopter
Airbus Helicopters has received an order from the Western Australia police for a single five-bladed H145 helicopter for airborne missions, making it the first Australian operator of the type.
Qinetiq successfully teams H125 helicopter with ‘semi-autonomous drone’
Qinetiq has completed what it claims is the UK’s first demonstration of manned-unmanned teaming (MUM-T) using a standard Airbus Helicopters H125 light-single working in concert with a “semi-autonomous drone”.
Why Sea Kings still rule for HeliOperations
On the face of it, a UK company flying former Royal Navy (RN) Sea King helicopters on behalf of the German navy from a former coastguard base in the very south of England sounds an unlikely combination, or at least the set-up for a convoluted joke. But for Portland-based HeliOperations, that union is proving a lucrative one.
Refilling orderbook is key challenge for new MD at Leonardo Helicopters UK
While the Yeovil, UK plant remains an important part of rotorcraft manufacturer’s industrial base, its new chief must overcome a familiar problem to ensure site’s longevity
Airbus Helicopters details ‘techno-bricks’ planned for H125 successor
Manufacturer likely to rely on improved aerodynamics, more efficient rotors and lighter structure to deliver 40% fuel-burn saving over current rotorcraft, with electric power innovations providing a further 10%.
Italian army takes first AW169M basic trainer
Leonardo Helicopters has delivered the first of at least 17 AW169M helicopters to the Italian army as the service begins the replacement of several legacy types.
Bell 429 delivered to China broadcaster CCTV
A Bell 429 is set to become China’s first electronic news gathering (ENG) rotorcraft.
Airbus Helicopters gains certification for new H160
Airbus Helicopters has gained European type certification for its new H160 medium-twin, although it must wait until it gains US approval later this year before it can deliver the initial example.