Rotorcraft

News and issues regarding all manner of civil and military rotorcraft and their powerplants, including helicopters, tilt rotors and unmanned air vehicles.

Bell 525 NYC
Mar 17, 2021 - 10:05 AM
New York City Helicopter Access War Heats Up
New York City is considering legislation that would effectively shut down heliports there.
Kopter SH09 P3
Mar 17, 2021 - 8:40 AM
Kopter Restarts SH09 Helicopter Flight-test Program
The Kopter prototype was retrofitted with new rotor components, Garmin G3000H avionics.
Robert Sumwalt
Mar 17, 2021 - 8:30 AM
NTSB Chair Pushes for More Helicopter IFR
In the wake of the Kobe Bryant crash report, NTSB chairman Robert Sumwalt is pressing for more IFR helicopter operations.
James Viola (Photo: Barry Ambrose)
Mar 17, 2021 - 8:00 AM
HAI Expanding International Reach, Safety Programs
While HAI head James Viola's year didn't go exactly as planned, his association is making progress on a number of fronts from new members to safety.
Erickson S-64F
Mar 16, 2021 - 11:59 PM
Erickson To Begin Flying Optionally-piloted Air Crane Next Year
Erickson said it would begin flying an optionally-piloted S-64F+ in 2022 and that it aimed for first customer deliveries in 2024.
AW139
Mar 16, 2021 - 8:15 PM
CHC AW139s To Fly with HTAWS In Brazil
CHC is partnering with Shell and Leonardo to launch Leonardo's Helicopter’s Enhanced Helicopter Terrain Awareness and Warning System in Brazil.
Mar 16, 2021 - 6:37 PM
Aviation Groups Unite To Oppose NYC Helo Restrictions
Two bills being considered for New York City could restrict as many as 80 percent of helicopter operations in the city.
Mar 12, 2021 - 8:10 AM
Leonardo's 2020 Helicopter Deliveries Fall 29 Percent
Leonardo delivery drop offset by increased military and support sales.
Mar 11, 2021 - 4:28 PM
Fly Lindy Plans Per-seat New York City-D.C. Helo Service
Fly Lindy plans to offer per-seat, scheduled helicopter charter shuttle service between New York City, Washington, D.C., and Baltimore starting in June.
Mar 11, 2021 - 10:12 AM
Rotortrade Posts 'Resilient' 2020 Results
International helicopter reseller Rotortrade said it completed 27 transactions last year.