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 - 12:50 AM
Avinco Surfs Strong Pre-owned Helicopter Market
The company has added new sales representatives and completed 25 sales last year.
Mar 4, 2015 - 12:45 AM
Sifco Unveils Cadmium Travel Kit
Kits are designed to enable touch-up work in the field, including during AOG situations.
Mar 4, 2015 - 12:35 AM
FEC Heliports Touts Upgraded Helipad Lights
Company’s battery-operated lights can now be operated by pilots via aircraft radios.
Mar 4, 2015 - 12:35 AM
Turbomeca Provides Power for New Indian Helicopters
Twin-engine HAL light combat helicopter to be powered by Ardiden 1H1, while HAL light utility helicopter will use Ardiden 1U.
Mar 4, 2015 - 12:30 AM
Gulf Coast Avionics Touts Taking Bell 412 Digital at Heli-Expo
The avionics distributor, installation and repair company recently completed a Bell 412 cockpit.
Mar 4, 2015 - 12:25 AM
Lider and CAE Partner on S-92 Training in Brazil
CAE will train Lider’s S-92 pilots at Sao Paolo’s Congonhas Airport.
Mar 4, 2015 - 12:25 AM
Advantage Aviation Technologies Launches New Website, Names Moore To Head Ops
New site provides comprehensive overview of company’s aircraft repair and services capabilities.
Mar 4, 2015 - 12:20 AM
Cobham Showcases Business Units, Products at Heli-Expo
Represented in the booth are Cobham’s Aerospace Communications, AvComm, Antenna Systems and Life Support divisions.
Mar 4, 2015 - 12:15 AM
Twirly Birds Celebrate 2015 Les Morris Award Winner
This year's winner signed her book at Twirly Birds meeting.
Mar 4, 2015 - 12:10 AM
FAA Rotorcraft Safety Conference Set for Next Month
Conference will feature helicopter safety presentations, exhibits and speeches from government and industry representatives.