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AirportsIsrael launches air raids on six Iranian military airports
Idf claims attack on key Iranian Air Force infrastructures; aircraft and helicopters destroyed
Among others, attack helicopters AH-1, fighters F-14 and F-5, an aerial refuelling aircraft, landing runways, refuelling systems, and underground bunkers used by the Iranian armed forces were targeted more
Fair and showsParis-Le Bourget (9). Norwegian Air Ambulance to continue fleet modernisation with H-145 helicopter
A frame contract for up to eight aircraft, including the firm acquisition of two units
The Norwegian Air Ambulance and Airbus have signed a frame contract for up to eight H-145 helicopters, including the firm acquisition of two units. Today, Norwegian Air Ambulance operates all Hems (Helicopter... more
Fair and showsParis-Le Bourget (8). Airbus-Leonardo: launch NH-90 helicopter Block 2 studies
Responding to a request from NAHEMA
Airbus Helicopters and Leonardo are joining forces to carry out an architecture study to define the basis of the NH-90 long-term evolution, known as Block 2, responding to a request from NAHEMA (NATO Helicopter... more
Fair and showsParis-Le Bourget (6). Airbus-Singapore: to explore crewed-uncrewed teaming with the H-225M helicopter
New system will be integrated on board the RSAF’s aircraft
Singapore’s Defence Science and Technology Agency (DSTA) has signed an agreement with Airbus Helicopters on crewed-uncrewed teaming capabilities with the H-225M Medium Lift helicopter operated by the R... more
Civil aviationParis-Le Bourget (2). France signs framework agreement for VSR700 programme
The contract lays the groundwork for inclusion of further partner Nations into it
Sébastien Lecornu, the French Minister for the Armed Forces has signed a framework agreement with Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters and Marie-Laure Bourgeois, Executive Vice President Sales & Marketing... more
Fair and showsParis Airshow (8). Aloula Aviation's AW-139 helicopter fleet sets 300,000 flight hours
Leonardo secures order as Falcon Aviation Services grows its VVIP operations in UAE
At the "Paris Air Show" (June 16-22), Leonardo and Aloula Aviation, a brand name of Mukamalah Aviation company (a wholly owned subsidiary of Aramco) announced a major achievement for the operator’s AW139 i... more
AccidentsIndia: after the tragedy of the B-787/8, a helicopter accident shakes the country
Bell 407 crashes in the Himalayas carrying pilgrims, causing seven deaths including a child / VIDEO
India is in mourning following two devastating air accidents that occurred just days apart, causing the deaths of nearly three hundred people. The latest tragic event took place yesterday, Sunday, June... more
Civil aviationDassault Systèmes-Airbus: leveraging virtual twins in Next-Generation programs
The two industries extend strategic partnership
Dassault Systèmes and Airbus have extended their long-standing strategic partnership, placing the 3DExperience platform at the core of lifecycle management for all new Airbus programs, encompassing both... more
AerospaceNATO. Rutte: what are the priorities on the agenda for the upcoming summit in The Hague
First and foremost, a 400% enhancement of air and missile defense to counter new global threats
NATO Secretary General, Mark Rutte, will deliver an urgent message today during an event organized by the think tank Chatham House, outlining the priorities ahead of the Atlantic Alliance summit scheduled... more
HelicoptersAvincis strengthens Swedish HEMS fleet with two H-145 helicopters
The delivery follows that one of other units in August 2024
Avincis has received today two five-blade H-145 helicopters from Airbus, at the production facility in Donauwörth, Germany. The aircraft are destined for Stockholm, where they will strengthen Avincis'... more
DefenseSpain receives two NH-90 MSPT tactical transport helicopters
The first units of seven navalized ones, acquired as part of the 2nd batch of the Spanish NH-90 program
Airbus Helicopters has officially delivered the first two NH-90 tactical transport helicopters (MSPT, Multi-Role Support Transport) to the Spanish Navy, coming from its facility in Albacete, Spain. These... more
AerospaceSodern presents Astradia, a star tracker for the navigation of civil and military aerial vehicles
It promises precision and safety even in hostile environments or in the absence of satellite signals
Sodern, a precision technology company and subsidiary of ArianeGroup, announced yesterday the commercial launch of Astradia, an innovative daytime star-tracking system that, combined with an Inertial Navigation... more
AerospaceLeonardo's shareholder meeting approves 2024 financial statements
Main economical results at end of December
The Ordinary Shareholders' Meeting of Leonardo SpA was held yesterday in Rome. It should be noted that, in line with the provisions of Art. 106 of Law Decree No. 18 of 17 March 2020, as converted, with... more
Civil defenseDevastating floods hit Australia: helicopters in flight to rescue isolated livestock
New South Wales deploys aerial vehicles to deliver emergency fodder to farmers
Thousands of animals at risk and isolated cities after torrential rains hit the southeast of the country more
Civil aviationRussia cuts funds for civil aviation: -22% for purchase and maintenance of airplanes and helicopters
But the short-term impact is minimized due to delays in the delivery of new Russian aircraft
The Russian Government is set to make a significant cut in funding for civil aviation programs, with subsidies expected to be cut by nearly a quarter. According to Russian media, including the financial... more
AccidentsMi-8 helicopter crashes during training in the Moscow military district
Victims among the crew; technical failure among the most probable causes
A Mil Mi-8 military transport helicopter crashed today in the Oryol region, within the Moscow military district, causing the death of two crewmembers. This was confirmed by the press office of the Moscow... more
DefenseUSA. Department of State approves potential sale of helicopters to Bosnia and Herzegovina
Model AW-119Kx and related equipment for an estimated cost of 100 million dollars
The US Department of State has given its approval for a potential Foreign Military Sale to Bosnia and Herzegovina, which includes AW-119Kx helicopters and related equipment, with an estimated value of... more
DefenseElbit will provide self-protection systems for Israeli helicopters
Models Boeing AH-64 Apache and Sikorsky UH-60 Black Hawk; contract value $55 million
The Israeli Ministry of Defense (IMOD) recently announced that it has signed a $55 million contract with Elbit Systems for the supply of advanced self-protection systems for the Boeing AH-64 Apache attack... more
Civil aviation"LIMA 2025" (2). Leonardo-Weststar: delivery of up to 28 helicopters of various types
Launched major government rotorcraft expansion and modernization program in Malaysia - PHOTO
At "Langkawi International Maritime and Aerospace Exhibition" - "LIMA" (May 20-24), Leonardo and long established partner Weststar Aviation Services (Weststar) of Malaysia celebrated today the launch of... more
DefenseGermany: Minister Pistorius announces major Defense plan, but this is not the end...
Berlin focuses on Sting Ray torpedoes for the new P-8 Poseidon aircraft and on the new Deep Precision Strike missile
In addition to the robust Bundeswehr enhancement plan, Berlin and London have formalized a strategic cooperation that includes the joint acquisition of British torpedoes to arm their respective maritime patrol vessels, as well as the joint development of a new long-range missile more
AirportsAircraft tragedy in Finland: two helicopters collide near Eura
Joint investigations with Estonia on the causes of the accident
On Saturday, May 17, near Eura Airport in Finland, a tragic aviation accident occurred, resulting in the deaths of five individuals. The collision involved two helicopters, carrying a total of five occupants:... more
HelicoptersBell celebrates 6,000th commercial helicopter built at Bell Textron Canada
Historic event marked by the delivery of two Subaru Bell 412EPXs to the Quebec Police
Bell Textron Canada, part of Textron Inc., announced in these days the completion of its 6,000th commercial aircraft at its Commercial Delivery and Assembly Centre in Mirabel, Quebec, Canada. The milestone... more
DefenseUS approves sale of Chinook helicopters to UAE for $1.32 billion
Approval for six units plus equipment and logistical support; now awaiting "yes" from Congress
A separate $130 million transaction for maintenance and support of the UAE's F-16 fighter jets was also approved. The announcements come as Trump prepares for a tour of planned visits to the Middle East more
Civil aviationELT Group at "Imdex 2025" (May-6-8 in Singapore)
It will showcase its solutions for protecting naval and maritime assets
ELT Group will attend the 2025 edition of "IMDEX" Exhibition, naval and maritime defence event that will take place at Changi Exhibition Centre, in Singapore, between 6th and 8th May.On its booth (N26)... more
AerospaceAirbus reports First Quarter (Q1) 2025 results
136 commercial aircraft delivered
Airbus reported consolidated financial results for its First Quarter (Q1) ended 31 March 2025.The highlights are: 136 commercial aircraft delivered; Revenues € 13.5 billion; EBIT Adjusted € 0.6 billion;EBIT (repo... more
Civil defenseGreece orders eight H-215 helicopters, with option for two ones
To support the combat of wildfires in the country
Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with the Hellenic Ministry of Climate Crisis and Civil Protection for the purchase of eight H-215 units (with an option for two additional aircraft) to support... more
AirlinesAlexander D'Orsogna new general director of Italian ENAC
New leadership for the National Civil Aviation Authority in the name of innovation and safety
By Decree of the Italian President of the Council of Ministers of 28 April 2025, Alexander D'Orsogna was appointed Director General of the National Civil Aviation Authority (ENAC), as per the following... more
DefenseIraq receives first pair of Airbus H-225M Caracal multi-role helicopters
Part of an order for 12 units, intended to strengthen the capabilities of the Iraqi Army's aviation
Iraq has taken delivery of the first pair of Airbus Helicopters H-225M Caracal helicopters, part of an order for a total of twelve units (see AVIONEWS). The delivery took place today 30 April 2025 at the... more
AirportsNo-fly zones and road closures in Rome and the Vatican for Pope Francis' funeral
200,000 people and 170 official delegations expected to arrive - 2 VIDEOS
There will be approximately 200 thousand people and 170 official delegations who will reach Rome for the funeral of Pope Francis, scheduled for April 26 at 10:00am. Another 250 thousand people will then... more
AerospaceArcher Aviation bets on air taxis to/from New York airports
Midnight hybrid tilt-rotor network ready, in collaboration with United Airlines
American startup Archer Aviation and United Airlines unveiled plans for an air taxi network in New York on Thursday, April 17, which could allow travellers to reach local airports by air in just 5 to 15... more
AccidentsHelicopter in Hudson: New York Helicopter Charter suspended flights
The measure imposed by the FAA. The pilot and a family of 5 people died in the tragedy
Following the tragedy that occurred in New York on Thursday, April 10, when a Bell 206L-4 Long Ranger IV helicopter, registration N216MH, crashed into the Hudson River, killing six people (a Spanish family... more
AccidentsBell 206 helicopter crashed in Hudson: NTSB updates on investigation status
It had no flight recorders and none of the avionics systems recorded any useful information -VIDEO
NTSB, National Transportation Safety Board, the independent investigative agency of the American government, has updated on the status of the investigations relating to the tragic accident that occurred... more
AccidentsNew York, Bell 206 helicopter crashes into Hudson River: a family destroyed
Six victims in the latest of a series of accidents that have plagued US civil aviation for months - VIDEO-GALLERY
Yesterday afternoon, Thursday April 10, at 3:15 pm local time, a helicopter crashed into the Hudson River near Jersey City, New York. It was a Bell 206L-4 Long Ranger IV, registration N216MH, of Meridian... more
Civil aviation"Aero 2025": the aviation show returns to Friedrichshafen
756 exhibiting companies from 38 countries are present
"Aero Friedrichshafen" is back in 2025. From 9 to 12 April, the Friedrichshafen exhibition centre in Germany hosts the new edition of one of the main international trade fairs dedicated to general aviation,... more
AccidentsJapan, heli-ambulance crashes into sea
Six people on board the EC-135T2+ helicopter: three victims
Yesterday, April 6, the EC-135T2+ ambulance helicopter, registration JA555H, operated by Sgc Saga Aviation, crashed into the sea in Japan. It took off from the coast of Tsushima, in Nagasaki prefecture,... more
Civil aviationAdam Richardson promoted to President & CEO of Enstrom
He was Chief Operating Officer of the company
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation announced the promotion of Chief Operating Officer Adam Richardson to President & CEO of the company. Former President Todd Tetzlaff will remain an integral part of its core... more
DefenseRoyal Navy: Leonardo to maintain Merlin helicopters for another two years
Approximately $210 million for the service of 54 AW-101s, pending the implementation of the Imos
The Royal Navy has renewed its support contract for its fleet of 54 AW-101 Merlin choppers, awarding Leonardo Helicopters an extension of up to two years. The deal, worth more than £165 million (approximately... more
AirportsEarthquake in Myanmar and Thailand (2): relief in action, airlift for aid
Casualties on the rise; helicopters and planes to reach remote areas and transport the wounded - VIDEO
Yangon Airport, Myanmar, partially reopened for cargo planes carrying tents, blankets, food, drinking water and medical supplies more
Civil aviationAirbus Foundation-Solar Impulse Foundation: three year partnership
Aimed at driving global progress on sustainability through fostering innovation
From 1 April, the two foundations will actively seek proposals that can benefit from aerospace capabilities to promote nature-based solutions. The selected projects will receive € 10K in seed funding and have access to technical expertise to help accelerate their impact more
DefenseKiev claims destruction of four Russian helicopters in Belgorod Oblast
Himars multiple rocket launchers target secret air base. Moscow plays down losses
Ukrainian forces reportedly destroyed four Russian military helicopters in Russia's Belgorod region. The attack, which used Himars multiple rocket launchers, targeted a secret air base used by Russian... more
Civil aviation"Verticon 2025". Airbus: commitments for 118 helicopters
More than 74 ones for the H-140, the new model that was unveiled at the show
Airbus Helicopters wraps up the 2025 edition of "VERTICON" (March 10-13 in Dallas) with 118 commitments, including 63 firm orders, from customers worldwide for a variety of its multi-mission aircraft. Major... more
Civil aviation"Verticon 2025". Leonardo: sales for 30 helicopters of various types sold to several operators
Value of around 370 million EUR, deliveries expected between 2026 and 2028
At "Verticon 2025" (Dallas, TX, 11-13 March), a prime exhibition for the world’s rotorcraft industry and community, Leonardo announced further growth within the commercial helicopter market, with new o... more
HelicoptersNY State Police orders H-160 and H-145 helicopters
This announcement follows the agency’s order in 2024
New York State Police has placed an order for an H-160 and three H-145 helicopters, making them the first law enforcement agency in the US to add an H-160 to their fleet. This announcement follows the... more
HelicoptersUK National Police Air Service orders seven H-135 helicopters
As the initial phase of its fleet renewal programme
Airbus Helicopters has been selected by the UK’s National Police Air Service (NPAS) to supply seven H-135 aircraft as the initial phase of its fleet renewal programme. The firm order is the first output o... more
Civil aviation"Verticon 2025" (2). Additional orders and contracts for Airbus Helicopters
H-140 to Air Methods; for Metro Aviation a maximum of 36 units - PHOTO
Air Methods, one of the reference air medical provider in the USA, is expanding its fleet with the addition of new Airbus helicopters. The agreement includes the acquisition of H-140 aircraft, as well... more
HelicoptersEnstrom Helicopter: debut for the 480B Elite
The industry is partnering with a new service center to better serve its customers
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation announces new options for pilots who wish to add style and comfort to an already known product. The 480B Elite includes all the top-of-the-line features Enstrom Helicopter... more
Civil aviation"Verticon 2025". Orders and agreements for Airbus Helicopters
H-140 presented; GMR signed for 15 units - PHOTOS
ADAC signed contract for ten aircraft; PHI Aviation begins off-shore flights for Shell with H-160 more
HelicoptersEnstrom announces new Senior Leadership position
Charles Wade brings with him more than 40 years in the aviation industry
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation officially welcomed Charles “Chuck” Wade into his role as Senior Vice President of Product, Sales, and Customer Excellence. With an eye on growth and a passion for customer ser... more
Civil aviationSikorsky flies rotor blown wing Uas in helicopter and airplane modes
Tail sitter drone can be scaled to larger sizes with hybrid-electric propulsion - VIDEO
Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company (NYSE: LMT) has successfully validated the advanced control laws to successfully fly a "rotor blown wing" uncrewed aerial system (UAS) in both helicopter and airplane... more
Civil aviationRobinson unveils R-88 helicopter
Powered by single engine Safran Arriel 2W
Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC) announced its first all-new aircraft in nearly 15 years, the R-88, a larger, and increasingly capable helicopter designed to meet a wider range of mission requirements.... more