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.
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

All HAI Convention News

Mar 3, 2015 - 9:35 AM
AgustaWestland Continues Upward Trajectory
In 2014, company delivered more than 200 new helicopters and booked orders for more than 230 worth $3.45 billion.
Mar 3, 2015 - 9:15 AM
HeliExpo 2015 Set to Break Records and Boost Business
Over the last few shows, the business level has averaged more than two billion dollars, according to HAI president Matt Zuccaro.
Mar 3, 2015 - 9:10 AM
AgustaWestland to build AW609 in Philadelphia
The price of the AgustaWestland civil tiltrotor will be comparable with that of super-medium helicopters.
Mar 3, 2015 - 7:00 AM
Machida Videoscope Sheds Light on Engine Condition
Take an inside look at a gas-turbine engine with tips and tricks from Machida.
Mar 3, 2015 - 7:00 AM
Turbomeca Sees Growth in Service Sector
Engine manufacturer feels impact of weaker civil helicopter demand but is proceeding with a 3,000-shp engine program.
Mar 3, 2015 - 6:30 AM
AgustaWestland Designates New AW139 Training Centers
The OEM designated two new training centers to accommodate its growing fleet of AW139 medium-twins.
Mar 3, 2015 - 6:15 AM
AHS Head Details Group’s Activities
The organization founded more than 70 years ago by the pioneers of the industry is active today in many arenas.
Mar 3, 2015 - 6:00 AM
New Mexico Police Discuss Search and Rescue Accident
New Mexico State Police flight department reviewed operations in response to critical NTSB report.
Mar 3, 2015 - 5:45 AM
China Order Boosts Bell’s Expectations of 2015 Growth
Bell Helicopter CEO John Garrison is bullish as new 525 prepares to fly, despite declining military spending.
Mar 2, 2015 - 5:15 PM
Tiger Tugs Expands Range to MD 500 Series
The new scissor lift eases ground handling for the aircraft