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Embry-Riddle, ASSURE Partner Universities Receive Three FAA Research Awards

Money Will Be Used To Study Unmanned Aircraft Systems

Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and the ASSURE Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) Center of Excellence for Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) have received the first group of FAA grant awards since the Center of Excellence was established in May 2015.

Lockheed, UTC Say A Deal Is Near On Sikorsky

Sale Could Be Finalized By The End Of The Year

Sikorsky could become a part of Lockheed Martin by the end of the year, according to Lockheed Martin CEO Marillyn Hewson.

STAT Medevac Places Order For Two H135-Series Helicopters

New Aircraft Will Augment Air Medical Fleet Of 20 Airbus Helicopters

STAT MedEvac, a major air medical transport service provider, has ordered two H135-series (formerly EC135) helicopters from Airbus Helicopters Inc. to replace older aircraft. The announcement was made Tuesday at the Air Medical Transport Conference in Long Beach, CA.

South African Red Cross Air Mercy Service (AMS) Orders Three AW119Kx Helicopters

Will Expand Total Fleet To Eight Aircraft

The South African Red Cross Air Mercy Service (AMS) of South Africa has signed a contract for three AW119Kx EMS-equipped helicopters to expand their existing fleet of five AW119Ke aircraft. The contract also includes an option to acquire five additional units.

Life Link III Signs For Seventh AW119Kx

Delivery Expected By The End Of 2015

Life Link III of the Northwest United States has signed for a seventh EMS-equipped AW119Kx helicopter that will add to their growing fleet. The aircraft will be delivered from AgustaWestland’s Philadelphia facility by the end of 2015.

Measure Hires Chris Courtney As Chief Pilot

Will Lead Measure's 'Drone As A Service' Program

UAV service provider Measure has hired Chris Courtney as Chief Pilot and Director Drone as a Service. With nearly twenty years of experience as an aviator, operations leader, and financial manager, Chris will lead Measure's efforts to provide safe, legal, and insured options for incorporating drones into business operations.

Humanitarian UAV Network, American Red Cross, UNICEF Present At Drone World Expo

Were Featured Speakers On Humanitarian Applications For UAVs

Dr. Patrick Meier, founder of Humanitarian UAV Network and representatives from UNICEF and the American Red Cross, discussed the latest developments and explore partnership opportunities with the humanitarian community during a dynamic panel on Humanitarian Applications for UAVs at the Drone World Expo.

NTSB Releases Final Report On 2013 Soldotna, AK Accident

de Havilland DHC-3 Was Apparently Over Gross Weight, Out Of Balance

The NTSB has determined that the probable cause for the crash of a de Havilland DHC-3 in Soldotna, Alaska, on July 7, 2013, was the operator’s failure to determine the actual cargo weight, leading to the loading and operation of the airplane outside of its weight and center of gravity limits.