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FAA Completes NextGen Nationwide Equipment Installation
Thu, 17 Apr 2014 21:09:00 -0400
The FAA announces the completion of a U.S. nationwide infrastructure upgrade that will enable air traffic controllers to track aircraft with greater accuracy and reliability, while giving pilots more information in the cockpit. This upgrade is a key improvement in the Next Generation Air Transportation System.
Utility to Inspect Power Lines by Helicopter
Thu, 17 Apr 2014 20:50:00 -0400
Northwestern Wisconsin residents might soon notice a helicopter cruising over their neighborhoods. Xcel Energy plans to start a six-day aerial inspection its transmission lines on April 21. Helicopter crews will look for defects, loose fittings, and other potential problems that could cause outages.
Era Group: New VP Safety and Quality Assurance
Thu, 17 Apr 2014 20:37:00 -0400
Era Group Inc. has appointed Cory Theriot to the post of Vice President of Safety and Quality Assurance. As part of Era's senior management team, Theriot brings nearly two decades of experience in aviation safety and risk assessment to this critical position of overseeing Era's commitment to the highest safety standards and practices.
Presidential Helicopter Acquisition Update
Thu, 17 Apr 2014 20:11:00 -0400
The House Armed Services Committee, Tactical Air and Land Forces Subcommittee requested that GAO continue to monitor the VXX presidential helicopter acquisition through a series of reviews. Subsequently, the National Defense Authorization Act for Fiscal Year 2014 mandated that GAO continue to review and report on the program annually to the congressional defense committees.
Pilots Hit Back at Claims New Safety Rules Put Lives at Risk
Thu, 17 Apr 2014 19:54:00 -0400
Following a fatal crash off Shetland last August, a number of new regulations were proposed including a restriction on passenger numbers. Oil and gas UK said this would require an increase in flights, putting pressure on pilots and potentially delaying safety maintenance for offshore platforms. The British Airline Pilots Association have written to the Civil Aviation Authority asking to ensure all proposals were adopted.
NOTAM Reissued for Miami, Fla.
Thu, 17 Apr 2014 19:39:00 -0400
The FAA has reissued a NOTAM for a temporary flight restriction in the Miami, Fla., area for April 17-20. Remember, always get an updated briefing immediately prior to departure.
Kaman: New Zealand SH-2G Achieves First Flight
Thu, 17 Apr 2014 19:23:00 -0400
Kaman Aerospace announces that the first New Zealand government NZ SH-2G(I) Super Seasprite helicopter began production flight testing at Kaman's Bloomfield, Connecticut facility. After production flight tests, this aircraft will be used for maintenance and aircrew training.
Alaska Pilots: Increase Safety in Your Operations!
Thu, 17 Apr 2014 19:11:00 -0400
Don't miss the free Helicopter Pilots Safety Workshop in Juneau, Alaska, Sunday, May 4. Discuss regional issues affecting helicopter pilots, earn WINGS credit, network with your peers, and more!
HAI Promotes Vertical Lift Industry in China
Wed, 16 Apr 2014 21:32:00 -0400
The Asian Business Aviation Conference and Exhibition (ABACE) is taking place in Shanghai, China, April 15-17, and HAI is there to discuss rotary-wing aviation and safety to a burgeoning market.
Summit Aviation: Cohosting Airbus Helicopters Symposium
Wed, 16 Apr 2014 20:50:00 -0400
Summit Aviation will cohost the Airbus Helicopters East Regional Symposium at Summit's facility in Middletown, Delaware on Wednesday, April 23. The one-day symposium will consist of informational presentations and safety and technical briefings regarding Airbus Helicopters products and services.
Crash Copter Just Serviced
Wed, 16 Apr 2014 20:18:00 -0400
Two men killed when a helicopter crashed on the West Coast were on their way home after having the machine serviced in Wanaka. Records relating to the service the Hughes 300 helicopter underwent would be considered as part of the investigation, as well as the "shocking" weather at the time.
DART Aerospace: EASA STC Approval for Left Hand PIC
Wed, 16 Apr 2014 19:46:00 -0400
The European Aviation Safety Agency has awarded DART Aerospace a supplemental type certificate for its Left Hand Pilot in Command. The STC has been approved for Bell 205 and 212 aircraft.
MD Helicopters: Seeks Director of Law Enforcement Sales
Wed, 16 Apr 2014 19:16:00 -0400
MD Helicopters is looking to hire a director of law enforcement sales. Responsible for sales, market expansion and revenues to the Law Enforcement helicopter market segment. Responsible for coordination and development, in conjunction with the Chief Commercial Officer all customer sales activity within the Law Enforcement marketplace. This position is based in Mesa, Arizona.
The Culture of Acceptable Risk
Wed, 16 Apr 2014 18:54:00 -0400
On April 10, HAI joined the FAASTeam, represented by Robert Sutherlin and Tom Freeman of the North Carolina Department of Transportation, in hosting a helicopter safety summit on the Culture of Acceptable Risk at the Raleigh Durham airport.