Modular Design Reduces Weight By Half

Curtiss-Wright Corporation’s Defense Solutions division has unveiled a new family of ultra-lightweight recorders for cockpit image, voice and flight data. At only 5.7 lbs., the new Fortress recorders weigh about 50% less than early generation solid state recorders alternatives, which helps to significantly reduce fuel costs.

Flew 25 Combat Missions With The 99th Fighter Squadron

Another of the legendary Tuskegee Airmen has Gone West. The Military Times relays a report from the Riverside (CA) Press-Enterprise that Col. Paul Green passed away at Brightwater Senior Living on Monday. Col. Green was 91.

Sign Long-Term Agreement To Install Upgraded M250 Engines In The New Birds

Rolls-Royce and Bell Helicopter have signed a long-term agreement to install upgraded M250 engines in new Bell 407GXP helicopters, boosting power and fuel efficiency.

Mother Daughter Team From Waco, Texas Among Those To Be Honored At Annual Conference

Women in Aviation International has announced the induction of mother daughter team, Deanie and Nancy Parrish of Wings Across America; Priscilla (Pat) Blum, founder of the Corporate Angel Network;  and Phoebe Omlie, extraordinary aviation trailblazer, into the Women in Aviation International’s prestigious Pioneer Hall of Fame.

Belgian Company Is On Of The Launch Customers For New Airbus Model

Two Pratt & Whitney Canada PT6C-67E-powered EC175 helicopters have been recently delivered to Belgian operator NHV (Noordzee Helicopters Vlaanderen). NHV, one of the launch customers for Airbus Helicopter’s new model, has started commercial operation with its first two EC175 helicopters in the North Sea in December 2014 which have already accumulated more than 300 hrs of flight.

Deal With Chinese Company Includes Firm Order For Two Bell 407GX Aircraft By Chinese Company, LOI For Five 505s

Bell Helicopter has announced the purchase of two Bell 407GX and a letter of intent to purchase five Bell 505 aircraft by Qiqihar Kun Feng General Aviation Co., a subsidiary of Kun Feng Group, a agricultural holding company.

Eight Major Metro Areas, Gulf Of Mexico Included In First Release

Garmin is rolling out a new version of Garmin Pilot for iOS, which adds a suite of features tailored to helicopter operators. These features incorporate helicopter route charts throughout eight U.S. metropolitan areas, including the Gulf of Mexico. Additionally, the latest version of Garmin Pilot allows pilots to easily identify and document the highest obstacle along their flight plan route, which fulfills Part 135 Helicopter Emergency Medical Service (HEMS) requirements set forth by the FAA.  

Former CIO At Whole Foods To Join Redbird Management Team

Redbird Flight Simulations of Austin, Texas announced today a key addition to its executive leadership team with the hiring of Michael Clifford as Chief Operating Officer.

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"Furthermore, after months of delay, the FAA finally released its proposed rule for the integration of small unmanned aerial systems or UAS into the National Airspace System.  Unfortunately the reported timeline of 2017 for finalization of the UAS rule would ensure other countries move ahead of the U.S." Source: House Transportation Aviation Subcommittee chair Frank LoBiondo (R-NJ).