HAI Convention News 2015

Heli-Expo 2015
Mar 4, 2015 - 4:59 PM
Heli-Expo Scores Big On Return to Orlando
HAI’s Heli-Expo 2015 show is on track to beat its record for visitor and exhibitor participation.

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Mar 4, 2015 - 6:45 PM
Air Resources Helicopters Becomes Launch Customer for Eagle Copters 407HP
Re-engined helicopter received U.S. and Canadian approvals in December.
Mar 4, 2015 - 6:38 PM
Roberts Replaces Retiring Rieder at Erickson
Erickson introduces new Jeff Roberts as new CEO
Mar 4, 2015 - 6:25 PM
Enstrom Announces Launch Customers for TH180
The first flight of the TH180 prototype was made on February 6 and this aircraft is now on display at Heli-Expo 2015 in Orlando.
Mar 4, 2015 - 5:35 PM
AAR Airlift Signs for Two AW-189 SAR Helicopters
The Falklands mission requires all-weather SAR, helicopter EMS, rescue hoist, night-vision imaging systems and passenger and cargo transfers.
AW609
Mar 4, 2015 - 5:33 PM
Test Pilots Say AW609 is Easy to Fly
AW609 test pilots say neither helicopter, nor fixed-wing pilots will find it hard to transition to flying a tiltrotor.
Mar 4, 2015 - 5:30 PM
Bristow Orders 17 Airbus H175s
Bristow has added more orders for the Airbus Helicopters H175 medium twin
Mar 4, 2015 - 4:50 PM
Sikorsky S-76D Demo Flight Proves Performance Boost
“This aircraft wants to get up and fly because of its power and the blades,” high-time Sikorsky pilot Ray Altieri commented.
Mar 4, 2015 - 4:40 PM
10 Years under Tilton, MD Helicopters Announces MD 902 Upgrade
The company supplies training and armed helicopters to Afghanistan, Saudi Arabia, El Salvador, Jordan, Costa Rica, Mexico and others.
Mar 4, 2015 - 4:37 PM
Sikorsky’s Innovations Engineers Tackle Big Challenges
Sikorsky’s Innovations engineers are tackling issues such as slow speed, poor maneuverability, vibration, noise and cost of maintenance.
Mar 4, 2015 - 11:30 AM
New Bell 407GXPs Will Get Upgraded Rolls-Royce Engines
The kit increases “hot and high” power by up to 8 percent, improves fuel efficiency by 2 percent and expands mission range and payload capability.
Apr 1, 2015
Bell's 525 Relentless is Fast Approaching First Flight

Bell's new twin engine, fly-by-wire 525 Relentless helicopter has been designed for applications such as oil and gas support, search and rescue, VIP transportation, and emergency medical operations.

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Mar 4, 2015 - 4:30 PM
On the Show Floor at Heli-Expo 2015
Show floor was humming with activity as attendees fawned over the nearly 60 helicopters on display. Photos by Mariano Rosales

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Mar 4, 2015 - 4:30 PM
On the Show Floor at Heli-Expo 2015
Show floor was humming with activity as attendees fawned over the nearly 60 helicopters on display. Photos by Mariano Rosales
It can be tough to grasp how a helicopter can turn engine power into spinning rotors, front and rear, but this transmission at the Heli-Mart booth shows how it happens.
Mar 4, 2015 - 4:00 PM
Heli-Expo 2015 - Around the Show
Even a helicopter show is a "show" and how can you have one without music.
The Bell AH-1 Cobra was the war horse of choice for many Vietnam-era pilots.
Mar 2, 2015 - 5:15 PM
Heli-Expo 2015 - Arrivals
Heli-Expo 2015 - Arrivals
Crate Expectations. Imagine the possibilities within.
Mar 2, 2015 - 5:15 PM
HeliExpo 2015 - Hall Setup
Heli-Expo 2015, Hall Setup: The bright lights of the helicopter industry's biggest show are only part of the story. Photos: Mariano Rosales

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Mar 3, 2015 - 5:50 PM
Bristow Commits To Being Partner and Customer for AW609 Civil Tiltrotor
The UK-based operator expects to place a double-digit order for the tiltrotor in 2017.
Bell 407GXP
Mar 3, 2015 - 5:35 PM
Air Methods Signs Big Order for New Bell 407GXP
A more powerful engine and upgraded G1000H avionics software are featured in the next 407GXP.
Mar 3, 2015 - 5:30 PM
Robinson Boosts Production as Sales Surge, Strikes Deal for 1,000 Rolls-Royce Turboshafts
Production is back up to eight to nine helicopters per week: one R22, three R66s and four to five R44s.
Mar 3, 2015 - 3:55 PM
Panalpina Packs Up Helos in Afghanistan
Models shipped by Panalpina included the Bell 212, S-61, AS330J and Columbia 234.
Mar 3, 2015 - 3:50 PM
EagleMed Hiring in the West And Midwest U.S.
Company has 30 to 35 professional career opportunities for helicopter and fixed-wing pilots, flight nurses and flight paramedics.
Mar 3, 2015 - 3:50 PM
Corporate Aviation Insurance Group Provides Tips
Indiana and Ohio-based staff, including company president Matt Drummelsmith, are on hand at Heli-Expo 2015 to answer attendees’ questions
Mar 3, 2015 - 3:45 PM
Guardian Mobility Appoints Precision Aviation Group as a Dealer
Atlanta-based company named new dealer
Mar 3, 2015 - 3:40 PM
Precision Aviation Group Rebrands, Nets European and Aussie Part 145 Approvals
Company also named an authorized repair center and distributor for Luminator Technology Group’s product line.
Mar 3, 2015 - 3:35 PM
Drone Ops Procedures Offered, but Only to a Select Few
The guidelines outlines general operating procedures for a UAS. However, the manual is available only to qualified Global Aerospace customers.
Mar 3, 2015 - 3:10 PM
Onboard Systems Debuts New Non-Rotating Cargo Hook
The new kit will fit a variety of Bell helicopters and is on track for summer certification.