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 4, 2015 - 10:05 AM
China Set To Overtake Japan as Leading Asian Rotorcraft Hub
The Asia-Pacific helicopter fleet grew by 9 percent last year, according to Asian Sky Group.
Mar 4, 2015 - 5:30 AM
S-92 to Conquer the Last Frontier
An area of Alaska larger than 39 of the 50 states has ordered a Sikorsky S-92 to fulfill its search and rescue mission.
Mar 4, 2015 - 1:25 AM
One Year On, Sikorsky Recognizes First S-76D Customer
Since taking delivery of the first revenue S-76D, National Helicopter Services has logged more than 1,300 flight hours on the helicopter.
Mar 4, 2015 - 1:20 AM
Hamilton T1 Ventilator Mount Receives Certification
With the new mount the ventilator can be rotated 360 degrees, allowing technicians and flight medics to precisely position the equipment.
Mar 4, 2015 - 1:15 AM
Helivalues Updates Rotorcraft Demand Trends
While the VIP/corporate market remains in decline, demand for offshore machines stays high.
Mar 4, 2015 - 1:10 AM
P&WC Offers New MRO Solutions for Mature Helo Engines
Solutions include refresh program for PT6T-3 and T400 engines that offers a core exchange for a new PT6T-3B Twin-Pac, power section or gear box.
Mar 4, 2015 - 1:05 AM
Columbia Aims for International Growth under New Leadership
Heavy lift specialist is the only operator of civilian versions of the military’s Chinook and Sea Knight helicopters.
Mar 4, 2015 - 1:00 AM
StandardAero Highlights HMU for Cooler Helicopter Starts
MRO provider also announces expansion of its engine rental pool following new agreement with Rolls-Royce.
Mar 4, 2015 - 12:55 AM
Airbus Helicopters Offers New Three-year Warranty
The new warranty will provide coverage for three years or 2,000 hours, including labor for the first year.
Mar 4, 2015 - 12:50 AM
Alpine Aerotech names new president
Denomme is taking the reins from Jim Campbell, who is retiring after 46 years in the helicopter industry.