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DefenseUkrainian war: over 17,300 aircraft destroyed
Bulletins from Kiev and Moscow give a count of victims and vehicles neutralized to date
The Kiev General Staff has published the usual daily bulletin in which it takes stock of the victims and Russian military assets neutralized from 24 February 2022 to today. 342,800 Moscow soldiers would... more
DefenseUkrainian war: over 30,000 armored vehicles destroyed
Bulletins from Kiev and Moscow give a count of victims and vehicles neutralized to date
The Kiev General Staff has published the usual daily bulletin in which it takes stock of the victims and Russian military assets neutralized from 24 February 2022 to today. 341,500 Moscow soldiers would... more
DefenseBolivia will purchase two military helicopters
Employed in humanitarian emergencies and environmental disasters
The government of Bolivia has authorized the Ministry of Defense to purchase two multi-role military helicopters which will be used to carry out missions related to humanitarian emergencies and environmental... more
Civil aviationUSA: controversy over Police helicopter costs
Municipal administration carries out first hearing on LAPD fleet
There is controversy over the Los Angeles Police Department, the police department of the US city spends 46 million dollars a year for the management of its fleet of helicopters: this is approximately... more
Civil aviationAustralia uses helicopters to shoot down horses
Wildlife control program in Kosciuszko National Park
Authorities in the New South Wales region of Australia have authorized the use of helicopters to kill wild horses. The goal is to eliminate approximately 14,000 animals in four years. This is what the... more
DefenseIndonesia strengthens helicopter fleet
Jakarta aim is to modernize that of the armed forces
The government of Indonesia receives in an official ceremony eight H-225M heavy transport military helicopters made by the European manufacturer Airbus Helicopters. The public celebration was held at the... more
Civil aviationFirst 100% SAF flight for AW-139 helicopter
For 75 minute and after a detailed ground test
Leonardo and Pratt & Whitney Canada today announced the successful completion of the first flight for a AW139 intermediate twin helicopter, powered by PT6C-67C engines, using 100% Sustainable Aviation... more
Civil defensePeru: received "Sea King" military helicopters
Aircraft donated by Spain welcomed with an official ceremony
Peru welcomed with an official ceremony the six Sikorsky SH-3 "Sea King" helicopters donated by Spain last year. These multi-role aircraft are intended to significantly improve the operational capability... more
DefenseIndia evaluates overhaul of Mil Mi-26 helicopters
Procedure started within three months and completed in one year
India is considering flying its fleet of Soviet-made Mil Mi-26 heavy transport military helicopters again. These are aircraft that were part of the Indian Air Force (IAF), but remained grounded for years.... more
Defense"Sea Tiger" helicopter (2): the future of ASW war
Maiden flight in Germany for the new maritime version of the NH-90
Maiden flight of the first NH-90 "Sea Tiger" amphibious military helicopter in Germany testifies to the commercial success of this aircraft, used today by around ten countries around the world. Specifically,... more
HelicoptersGerman Navy NH-90 "Sea Tiger" helicopter performs maiden flight
It will replace "Sea Lynx" entered into service in 1981
The first NH-90 "Sea Tiger" helicopter took off on-schedule for its maiden flight, at Airbus Helicopters' site in Donauwörth, Germany. The German Bundeswehr ordered 31 NH-90 "Sea Tiger" multi role frigate... more
Fair and showsBell announces delivery of its third 429 Hems helicopter to Air Zermatt
Signed purchase agreements for three aircraft with JB Investments
Bell Textron Inc., a Textron Inc. company, announced at "European Rotors 2023" (November 27-30 in Madrid), the delivery of its third 429 to Swiss-based helicopter rescue company, Air Zermatt.With its... more
Civil aviationTwo helicopters delivered to Antarctica
They will be used to transport Australian scientists
Two H-145 helicopters delivered to the South Pole. These vehicles will be used during the summer season to transport the scientists of the Australian Antarctic Program stationed at the Bunger Hills base.... more
Fair and showsLithuanian State Border Guard Service orders three H-145 helicopters
Contract announced during "European Rotors" event
Airbus Helicopters and the Lithuanian State Border Guard Service have announced a contract for three five-bladed H-145 multi-mission helicopters at the "2023 European Rotors" (November 27-30 in Madrid)... more
DefenseJapan: Osprey tiltrotor (plane-helicopter) crashes
Yet another accident brings the number of victims caused by 16 accidents to 24
Dramatic fatal plane crash in Japan. A US Marine Bell Boeing CV-22B Osprey military tiltrotor crashed into the sea off the coast of Yakushima Island. The toll of the accident, according to what was reported... more
Civil aviationUSA: Chinook firefighting helicopters put in service
California equips itself with the largest aircraft in the world used to fight fires
California has CH-47 Chinook helicopters in its fleet for regional firefighting service. These are the largest aircraft in the world used in this type of operation. These rotorcraft will go into service... more
Finance and economyIran purchases Russian military aircraft
Warplanes, trainers and combat helicopters
The Government of Iran has recently signed several agreements to purchase Russian-made military fighter planes and helicopters. It was reported by the Iranian news agency "Tasnim". This is an agreement... more
AccidentsUkraine: developments on the EC-225 helicopter crash
Five State officials and the pilot violated safety regulations
There are developments about the plane crash that occurred on January 18, 2023 in Brovary, a suburb of Kiev. It was a "blatant violation" of safety rules that caused the Ukraine Air Force's EC-225 "Super... more
DefenseUAE look to European helicopters
Abu Dhabi would like to reduce the contract amount, and also sees South Korean aircraft
The United Arab Emirates wants to review the purchase contract for the H-225M "Caracal" military helicopters. At the moment there is no meeting point between the Abu Dhabi government and the European manufacturer,... more
Civil aviation"European Rotors" 2023 is underway
It will be held in the Spanish capital from 27 to 30 November
The "European Rotors" 2023 helicopter show is starting soon in Spain. The event will be held from 27 to 30 November 2023 in the Spanish capital Madrid. The main aircraft manufacturing companies, component... more
HelicoptersBoeing shifts toward production of MH-139A "Grey Wolf" helicopter
The aircraft will replace the UH-1N "Huey"
Boeing continues to transition towards low rate initial production of the MH-139A "Grey Wolf" helicopter after completing the program’s Research, Development, Test & Evaluation (RDT&E) phase, delivering t... more
Civil aviation505th Bell 505 helicopter delivered
It will be configured for corporate transportation
Bell Textron Inc. announced the delivery of the 505th Bell 505 aircraft to North America based operator, Austin Claborn. The aircraft will be configured for corporate transportation.Certified by Transport... more
CargoUAE will produce its own helicopters
Decision after dissolution of partnership with Russia
The Strategic Development Fund (SDF) of the United Arab Emirates will independently develop the future VRT-500 and VRT-300 aircraft. This is a decision following the freezing of diplomatic and commercial... more
HelicoptersJordan receives Ranger helicopters
This is the first batch of military training aircraft
The Government of Jordan has received delivery of the first five Bell 505 "Ranger X" helicopters produced by the US group Bell Textron. It's the first batch of rotorcraft that are part of an agreement... more
Civil aviationKenya flood: SAR helicopters in action
Meteorologists predict heavy rainfall until the first quarter of 2024
Helicopters in action in Kenya where a flood required the evacuation of 80,000 families. In fact, in the last week heavy rains have hit East Africa, causing floods and landslides in Somalia and Ethiopia.... more
Aerospace"Dubai Airshow": fourth day of events
On display are planes, aerospace systems and many air taxis, of all shapes and sizes - VIDEO
We have reached the fourth day of the international exhibition "Dubai Airshow 2023" (13-17 November). They were intense days for aviation and military aeronautics enthusiasts, with dozens of performances... more
Civil aviation"Dubai Airshow": international premiere for Ka-32 helicopter
Russia presents firefighting aircraft for the first time abroad
At the international "Dubai Airshow" 2023 (13-17 November) the Russian helicopter manufacturer Russian Helicopters (Rostec Group) presented for the first time abroad its new Kamov Ka-32А11М aircraft, a... more
AerospaceAt the "Dubai Airshow" air taxis reign supreme
Images from the stands on the second day of the event - VIDEO
The third day of shows in the skies and on the ground at the international "Dubai Airshow 2023" (13-17 November) kicks off today. Over 1400 exhibitors from 95 countries, 20 pavilions from producing countries... more
Airports"Dubai Airshow": second day begins
Many new features and technology on display, rockets, engines and planes - PHOTO GALLERY
Second day of shows in the skies and on the ground at the international exhibition "Dubai Airshow 2023" (13-17 November). On display are commercial and military aircraft, planes, helicopters, drones, vertical... more
Civil aviationPlanes and helicopters. EU extends aid for firefighting
Extends funding for Member States until 2027
The Council of the European Union approved the extension In recent hours, until the end of 2027, of funding for Member States that rent firefighting planes and helicopters. This is a transitional measure... more
Civil aviationThe "Dubai Airshow 2023" is underway
The images between the stands and the in-flight demonstrations on the first day - VIDEO
The "Dubai Airshow 2023" started today (13-17 November). On display are large commercial aircraft, military jets, helicopters and drones. Air carriers will also be present and will showcase their main... more
AerospaceAirplanes and helicopters. Airbus reports Nine-Month (9m) 2023 results
488 commercial aircraft delivered in this period - ATTACHMENT
Airbus reported consolidated financial results for the nine months ended 30 September 2023.The highlights are: 488 commercial aircraft delivered in 9m 2023;Revenues € 42.6 billion; EBIT Adjusted € 3.6 b... more
Civil aviationUSA: fundamental technology on police helicopters
There is controversy over the devices which however do not prevent the violence of the teams on the ground
The optical units installed on board police helicopters are a fundamental tool for law enforcement activities. In fact, these are instruments equipped with cutting-edge technologies that offer the crew... more
Civil aviationOff-shore helicopters: industry-big companies tensions
An American Group pays close attention to shortage of spare parts
The big names in the offshore helicopter sector are launching invectives against the industry due to the shortage of spare parts for some of the rotary wing models most used in transport to and from maritime... more
Civil aviationPhilippines: SAR helicopters in action
India sent at least seven aircraft after natural disaster
India has made at least seven helicopters specialized in rescue (SAR, Search and rescue) and humanitarian missions available to the Philippines. The aircraft will be destined for the Philippine Coast Guard... more
DefenseUkrainian war: 1455 planes and helicopters destroyed
Bulletins from Kiev and Moscow give a count of victims and vehicles neutralized to date
The Kiev General Staff has published the usual daily bulletin in which it takes stock of the victims and Russian military assets neutralized from 24 February 2022 to today. 305,970 Moscow soldiers would... more
HelicoptersTensions in the skies between China and Canada
Planes fire on military helicopter in the South China Sea
In recent days, Shenyang J-11 fighter planes of the Chinese navy would have flanked a CH-148 "Cyclone" amphibious helicopter of the Canadian navy, arriving at a very close distance, up to 30 meters from... more
DefenseNigeria receives military helicopters
Cargo plane with first T-129 "Atak" landed in Africa
The Nigerian Air Force (NAF) has received the first batch of T-129 "Atak" military attack helicopters produced by the Turkish company Turkish Aerospace Industries (TAI). The delivery was carried out yesterday,... more
Civil aviationOff-shore helicopters: spare parts missing
There are currently a total of 31 S-92s grounded
The International Association of Oil & Gas Producers ("IOGP") has alerted its members to shortages of spare parts for some models of oil and energy companies' used off-shore transport helicopters operating... more
DefenseSpain: H-135 helicopters in service
The first aircraft of the model intended for the Navy
The first H-135 military helicopter entered into service in Spain with the Navy (Armada). This is the first rotary-wing aircraft of a order consisting of seven helicopters. This aircraft will be used for... more
Finance and economyNorway purchases six military helicopters
Oslo buys first MH-60R "Seahawk" amphibious aircraft
The Government of Norway will buy six MH-60R "Seahawk" amphibious military helicopters produced by the American company Sikorsky (Lockheed Martin Group). The green light for the sale arrived in recent... more
DefenseNigeria deploys helicopters against oil traffic
Warships, aircraft and other military vessels in action
The Nigerian Navy Service (NNS) has announced the deployment of 10 warships, two attack helicopters and over 500 military boats in Nigerian waters. This is the "Sea Guardian" exercise, which aims to combat... more
CargoRussia: new Mil Mi-26 helicopter version
One of the world's largest aircraft reaches its third variant
The Russian Aerospace Forces have received a modernized version of the Mil Mi-26 heavy transport military helicopter, one of the largest rotary-wing aircraft in the world. This is the "T2V" variant, the... more
DefenseIsrael (2): France sends humanitarian ship
Helicopter carriers to guarantee Palestinians access to medical care
The government of France has sent an amphibious assault ship, the "Tonnerre", to the Gaza Strip. It is a navy helicopter carrier that is headed to the eastern Mediterranean to support civilian hospitals... more
DefenseUkrainian war: 13,661 drones destroyed
Bulletins from Kiev and Moscow give a count of victims and vehicles neutralized to date
The Kiev General Staff has published the usual daily bulletin in which it takes stock of the victims and Russian military assets neutralized from 24 February 2022 to today. 297,680 Moscow soldiers would... more
Civil aviationAirplanes and helicopters. Boeing reports third quarter results
Company still expects to deliver 70-80 B-787 and now 375-400 B-737 airplanes
The Boeing Company recorded third quarter revenue of $18.1 billion, GAAP loss per share of ($2.70) and core loss per share (non-GAAP) of ($3.26). Third quarter results were impacted by unfavorable defense... more
DefenseSweden will upgrade its helicopter fleet
New anti-submarine technologies tested
Sweden is implementing new technologies on its armed forces fleets. The aim is to increase the operational defense capabilities of missions in the Baltic Sea, particularly in the area of anti-submarine... more
DefenseTrilateral aircraft exercise in Asia
First joint training between Japan, South Korea and the USA
The defense ministries of South Korea and Japan have announced that the first joint exercise involving the Tokyo, Washington and Seoul air forces has successfully concluded. The joint training took place... more
DefenseUK: huge order of missiles
These are the AGM 179 Jagm (Joint Air-to-Ground Missile)
The US State Department has approved the sale to the United Kingdom of approximately 3000 AGM 179 Jagm (Joint Air-to-Ground Missile) air-to-ground missiles, developed by the US Group Lockheed Martin. The... more
DefenseIndia modernizes military fleets
Army will receive first new generation aircraft in 2024-2025
India is pursuing the modernization of its military aircraft fleet. The program envisages the decommissioning starting from 2027 of the "Cheetah" rotary wing aircraft developed by the national company... more