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

Feb 26, 2015 - 6:10 AM
TRU Simulation’s Roots in Helicopters
The Textron-owned company manufactures simulators and offers training for rotorcraft and airplanes.
Feb 25, 2015 - 12:30 PM
Kiwi Honored with CFI of the Year Award
With more than three decades of teaching experience. Simon Spencer-Bower has become one of New Zealand’s top helicopter pilot instructors.
Feb 25, 2015 - 12:15 PM
Vision Systems Offers Variety of Innovative Products
Company offers a panoply of products for helicopters, from composite cyclics to solar-protection products.
Feb 25, 2015 - 12:00 PM
Patrick Cox Receives Excellence in Helicopter Maintenance Award
Patrick Cox is a prominent figure in the development of the technical aspects of Robinson Helicopter models R22, R44 and R66
Feb 25, 2015 - 11:30 AM
Erickson advances after dual acquisitions
There are still opportunities for growth in the Brazilian offshore market despite declining oil prices.
Feb 25, 2015 - 11:15 AM
Michael Hirschberg Recognized for Excellence in Communications
Michael Hirschberg is an internationally recognized lecturer on the topic of vertical flight.
Feb 25, 2015 - 11:00 AM
751 Squadron Receives Salute to Excellence
The squadron has saved thousands of lives flying search-and-rescue missions over a 2.3-million sq mi area.
Feb 25, 2015 - 9:30 AM
Mass. State Police Accept Latest Metro EC135
Since 2009, the Louisiana-based helicopter completions specialist has outfitted four EC135s for the law enforcement agency.
Feb 25, 2015 - 8:38 AM
Simplex Set To Fight Fire in China
The Portland, Oregon-based manufacturer’s Model 304 Fire Attack system is validated for use on the Bell 412 in China.
Feb 25, 2015 - 8:28 AM
Bell's Garrison: New Programs at Full Speed
Bell Helicopter’s development programs include the 525 Relentless, 505 light single and V-280 Valor tiltrotor.