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Amsterdam Heliport Opens

The first Dutch Heliport opened August 3rd in Amsterdam. It features quick access to ground transport, a VIP passenger lounge, and offers Jet A1 fuel and limited parking and overnight hangarage for transient helicopters.

Upgraded: Travis County STAR Flight Moves Up to EC145

STAR (Shock Trauma Air Rescue), a public safety EMS helicopter unit operated by Travis County as part of the Austin-Travis County EMS System in Austin, Texas, is upgrading its fleet.

Arrest Made In Police Helo Shoot-Down

Suspect: Former Marine Wounded In Afghanistan

A 29-year old former USMC marksmanship instructor has been arrested in the August 6th shoot-down of a Bernalillo County Sheriff's helicopter in Albuquerque.

Labor Trouble At Polar Air

Company, Pilots Released from Negotiations

Polar Air Cargo and the Airline Pilots Association (ALPA) have been released from negotiations by the National Mediation Board (NMB) into the 30-day cooling off period that must occur before either party can engage in economic self-help, which includes the right to strike on the part of the Polar crewmembers.

Enstrom 480B Makes Impression Overseas

Turbine Models Delivered To UK

Enstrom Helicopter Corporation says it recently delivered four 480B turbine helicopters to its dealership in the United Kingdom -- Eastern Atlantic Helicopters this year.

NxAERO: Strong Demand For Tbm 700 Charter Service

Expands Northeast Network In First Quarter Of Operation

NxAERO, the first North American charter and aircraft management company to use TBM 700 turboprop aircraft, today reported strong customer demand and growth in regional charter service since its launch in April.