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 - 2:30 PM
Axnes Unveils secure digital radio system at Heli-Expo 2015
It's time to go cordless and secure with wireless intercom system.
Mar 3, 2015 - 2:25 PM
Advanced Helicopter Services Signs Turbomeca Deal
MRO provider is now Turbomeca’s only authorized service provider for Mexico, Central America and part of South America.
Mar 3, 2015 - 2:20 PM
Staco Aims Small in Helicopter Market
Company manufactures illuminated panels, subsystems, switches and data-entry solutions.
Mar 3, 2015 - 2:20 PM
Metro Aviation announces fleets to be equipped with IRIS realtime datalink and tracking technology
What's the best way to keep your helicopter fleet close? Connect and monitor.
Mar 3, 2015 - 2:15 PM
Aerometals Completes Filter Maker Purchase
While they had been affiliated for years, Aerometals and FDC/aerofilters are now one company.
Mar 3, 2015 - 12:35 PM
Sikorsky Sees Growth As it Inks Major Deals
The UTC subsidiary notched several military deals as it weighs effects on the oil price plunge on its major commercial sector
Mar 3, 2015 - 11:40 AM
Waypoint Signs LOI on Major Bell 525 Order
The agreement, one of the largest in Bell’s history represents the largest commitment yet for the super medium Relentless.
Mar 3, 2015 - 11:20 AM
Macquarie Leases Eight More Helicopters
Operators in Trinidad and Mexico are set to receive S-76 and Bell 412EP helicopters.
Mar 3, 2015 - 11:15 AM
L-3 Showcases New Lynx NGT ADS-B Transceivers
New single box solutions aim to lower the cost and enhance the effectiveness of ADS-B compliance.
Mar 3, 2015 - 11:00 AM
Airbus Helicopters Unveils H160 Medium Twin
X4 program materializes into innovative AW139 competitor but drops fly-by-wire flight controls.