All Helicopters articles – Page 133
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Engine exhaust driven rotorcraft wind tunnel tested
Wind tunnel testing of a one-fifth scale-model exhaust gas driven co-axial rotor helicopter called Sherpa has been carried out by a Belgian consortium. The...
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Heli-Lynx seeks European approval for AS350FX
Canadian aftermarket aircraft design and support company Heli-Lynx Helicopters is seeking to clinch European supplemental...
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NewsSuper Puma crash generates maintenance recommendations
A Special Bulletin released by the UK Air Accident Investigation Branch confirms that the 1 April crash of a Bond Helicopters Eurocopter AS332L2 Super Puma...
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Sikorsky, FAA rethinking S-92A transmission failure modes
The US Federal Aviation Administration and Sikorsky "are working to identify all the modes of failure that might lead to Sikorsky S-92A main gearbox oil...
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Landing gear dispute reignites ahead of Bell 429's approval
A lawsuit alleging that Bell Helicopters' newest model infringes a Eurocopter patent took a step forward on the eve of type certification by Transport Canada, despite claims that the design of the landing gear in question has been changed since the suit was filed.
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NewsTSB: Cougar S-92 experienced tail rotor drive failure
Canadian investigators have determined that pilots of a Cougar Helicopters S-92 that ditched off the coast of Newfoundland on 12 March had attempted to autorotate the aircraft into the icy Atlantic after the tail rotor drive had failed
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PARIS AIR SHOW: L-3 and Sikorsky sign training deal
L-3 Link Simulation and Training (hall 4B, 15) has signed a memorandum of agreement with Sikorsky Aerospace...
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PARIS AIR SHOW: Daher-Socata to manufacture airframes for Eurocopter
EADS-owned rotorcraft manufacturer Eurocopter has awarded Daher-Socata a contract to develop and...
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PARIS AIR SHOW: SEI brings peace and quiet to AW139
Servizi Elicotteristici Italiani is exhibiting its new Silens cabin noise and vibration abatement system...
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PARIS AIR SHOW: Daher wins more advanced manufacturing work
Daher unveiled two contracts at the show yesterday that further cement its reputation as an advanced...
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PARIS AIR SHOW: Three AW119s in the pipeline for TransCanada
ANR Pipeline Company has placed a firm order for three AgustaWestland AW119 Ke single-engined helicopters....
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PARIS AIR SHOW: AgustaWestland helis bound for Egypt and Indonesia
AgustaWestland helis bound for Egypt and Indonesia The government of Egypt has placed an order with AgustaWestland for three AW109 Power light twin...
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PAIS AIR SHOW: Eurocopter to have EC175/Z15 first flight by end-2009
Eurocopter is aiming for a first flight of the EC175 heavy twin helicopter before the end of 2009, with the company planning to obtain certification in 2011...
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PARIS AIR SHOW:Bell runs lifetime eco study
Bell evaluates whole-life green impact Bell Helicopter has announced a lifecycle ecological study which will encompass its entire business and all...
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PARIS AIR SHOW: Helicopter shuttle launched for time-onscious show visitors
French aircraft charter and management company iXAir has stepped up its involvement with Paris air show organisers this year by offering for the first time...
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PARIS AIR SHOW: Champion dealer for VIP helis
Fittipaldi Aircraft has signed a dealership agreement for 10 AgustaWestland (Hall 2B 165) helicopters. A joint venture between former Formula 1 world...
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PARIS AIR SHOW: Bell: certification imminent for Bell 429 rotor rocket
Flight International Americas Editor John Croft travelled to Bell Helicopter's Canadian arm in Mirabel to ride in the manufacturer's new medium light 429 helicopter. Is the twin rotorcraft, which is made mostly of composite materials, likely to be a game-changer?
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PARIS AIR SHOW: Mexican industry uses show as springboard for growth
Mexico has quickly emerged as a major player in the aerospace manufacturing sector and is hoping to use the Paris air show as a springboard to further growth
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PARIS AIR SHOW: EADS goes green with Bluecopter
EADS's Bluecopter concept demonstrator is making its debut at this year's show. Developed as part of the company's research into "greener helicopter...