Located on the legendary North Shore of O’ahu, Blue Hawaiian Helicopters is proud to announce the grand opening of its newest location at Turtle Bay Resort. With activities and attractions ranging from world renowned surf breaks to historic plantations that today serve as dining and retail centers, the North Shore of O’ahu is a charming destination within a destination. “We are delighted to launch Blue Hawaiian Helicopters at Turtle Bay, offering travelers an unforgettable way to explore the natural wonders of Hawaii’s North Shore,” said Blue Hawaiian President Quentin Koch. “This marks a sign ..read more

Deputy Speaker and Cebu 5th District Rep. Vincent Franco “Duke” Frasco on Tuesday pushed for the acquisition of firefighting choppers amid a sudden surge of fire incidents. Frasco has filed House Resolution (HR) 1686 urging the Bureau of Fire Protection (BFP) and Department of the Interior and Local Government (DILG) to include in their proposed 2025 budget the purchase of firefighting helicopters. Fire cases increased by 25 percent this year in the first two months alone. He said a highly effective approach such as aerial firefighting is badly needed for faster and more efficient fire suppres ..read more

Amprius Technologies, Inc. (“Amprius”) (NYSE: AMPX), a leader in next-generation lithium-ion batteries with its Silicon Anode Platform, announced a strategic partnership with Stafl Systems, a pioneer in advanced battery pack manufacturing, to offer high-performance battery solutions. This collaboration marks a significant step forward in driving innovation and accelerating the adoption of high-performance battery solutions for unmanned aerial vehicles (UAV) and urban air mobility (UAM) applications. Amprius and Stafl Systems expect this collaboration to increase sales, expand market reach, and ..read more

Honeywell (Nasdaq: HON)announced it was selected by Lilium (Nasdaq: LILM), the developer of the first all-electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) jet, to supply propulsion unit position sensors for the Lilium Jet. Honeywell designed these sensors, known as “resolvers,” specifically for the needs of the Lilium Jet. The sensors will play a critical role in accurately sensing the engine’s position, ensuring that the jet can safely reach the exact position required for a successful takeoff. Creating sensing solutions for regional air mobility supports Honeywell’s portfolio alignmen ..read more

The Association for Uncrewed Vehicle Systems International (AUVSI) announced from the keynote stage at XPONENTIAL 2024 that it has entered into a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) with the Defense Innovation Unit (DIU). The MOU creates a process for drone component manufacturers holding Green UAS certification to share their data directly with DIU, with an aim to potentially include Green certified components on DIU’s Blue UAS Framework list. This initiative seeks to facilitate the inclusion of certified components on DIU’s Blue UAS Framework list, to help streamline cybersecurity and supply c ..read more

Toll Aviation and Aviation Specialties Unlimited (ASU) have partnered to create an NVG Centre and provide unparalleled support and swift, efficient maintenance servicing and repair of Night Vision Goggles (NVG) for the Oceania Region. In 2007, the Civil Aviation Safety Authority (CASA) of Australia conducted a trial involving the use of Night Vision Goggles (NVG) by Air Operator Certificate (AOC) holders engaged in emergency response-type operations, which included rotary wing medical transport, search and rescue, and law enforcement. The trial and the subsequent regulations were significant s ..read more

eVTOL developer Volocopter is telling their local German press that they will have to “consider insolvency in the foreseeable future” if their current financial problems are not resolved. The company initially tried to secure a guarantee with the German state of Baden-Württemberg where they are based, but after that was rejected they next turned to Bavaria.  This would have seen a commitment for Volocopter to move base to that state.  However, Bavarian Economics Minister Hubert Aiwanger recently spoke out against providing a loan guarantee of up to €100 million, which would be equall ..read more

Bristow Ireland Limited, a subsidiary of Bristow Group Inc. (NYSE: VTOL), the leading global provider of innovative and sustainable vertical flight solutions, and Unite the Union have reached an agreement in preparation for the transition to the next Irish Coast Guard Search & Rescue (SAR) Aviation Contract. The new framework agreement between Bristow and Unite will ensure a smooth transition of specialist helicopter engineers to Bristow. It captures agreed terms and conditions of employment, giving engineers a clear view of their employment with Bristow while also ensuring a process for d ..read more

Entrol, the renowned flight simulator manufacturer, has installed its H15 FTD 3 simulator in the facilities of Air Greenland, the flag carrier of this region which is based in Nuuk. The H15 FTD 3 simulator is based on the EC 155 model and boasts a comprehensive array of technical features tailored to provide an immersive and effective training experience. This unit, which will be certified as FTD Level 3, is equipped with vibration simulation and an external mirror, and it sets a new standard for realism and fidelity in flight training The visual system of this flight simulator is characterize ..read more

Following the announcement at the recent FIDAE Air Show in Chile of the delivery of a new Airbus H125, we can now reveal that Carabineros de Chile also have plans to add both an H135 and an H145 in the short term. An Airbus H135 is in the process of being procured for the Maule region in South Central Chile, while the H145 is already ordered for October 2024 delivery.  This aircraft will cover the Arica and Parinacota region in the far north of the country. New twin turbine helicopters are under consideration for a further three of the Carabineros operational regions – Tarapacá, La Serena ..read more