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ISOLAIR, Inc. granted EASA approval for 3900-350B2 Spray System
Thursday, July 02, 2009 (42 reads)Industry Press Releases

Troutdale, OR - ISOLAIR, Inc. has been granted EASA approval for the 3900-350B2 Spray System. 



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Pivotal Development Program Gets Its Papers
Thursday, July 02, 2009 (40 reads)Industry Press Releases

Bell Helicopter has confirmed Transport Canada Civil Aviation (TCCA) certification of its newest light twin engine helicopter, the Bell 429. Bell has also completed the requisite FAA certification requirements.



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DART Helicopter Services Announces EASA Approval of DART’s AS350/AS355 Dual High Back Seat
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 (93 reads)Industry Press Releases

DART Helicopter Services is pleased to announce that their affiliated partner, DART Aerospace Ltd., has received EASA approval of the Dual High Back Seat for Eurocopter AS350/AS355 aircraft models.



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HAI Member “Must Read” Climate Change Legislative Update
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 (148 reads)Industry Press Releases

A tough fight last week resulted in passage by the U.S. House of Representatives of climate change legislation, and an even tougher battle is expected in the Senate. The House legislation, H.R. 2454 aims to cap emissions of greenhouse gases and mandate a boost in electricity from renewable sources.



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Flight For Life’s New EC 145s Ready for Service
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 (152 reads)Industry Press Releases

Grand Prairie, TX (July 1, 2009) – The first of the Flight For Life Transport System’s two new EC145s has entered into service. The aircraft was inaugurated on Tuesday, June 30 , during a ceremony at Flight For Life’s Waukesha, Wisconsin headquarters, where the helicopter will be based.



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Kaman Awarded Joint Programmable Fuze Contract Options
Wednesday, July 01, 2009 (49 reads)Industry Press Releases

BLOOMFIELD, CT (July 1, 2009) - Kaman Corporation announced today that its Precision Products operation has entered into a contract modification with the United States Air Force (USAF) for the award of Options 6, 7 and 8 under the company's multi-option Joint Programmable Fuze (JPF) contract.



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LEADING EDGE AVIATION ANNOUNCES UNIQUE PROGRAM IN SUPPORT OF CARING FOR TROOPS
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 (118 reads)Industry Press Releases

Bend, OR (June 30, 2009) — Leading Edge Aviation (LEA), a Bend, Oregon based helicopter company, has partnered with radio station KBND in a unique program to support Caring For Troops.



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Eurocopter Canada delivers new EC 120 to Edmonton Police Service
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 (131 reads)Industry Press Releases

Fort Erie, ON (June 30th, 2009) - Today, the Edmonton Police Service (EPS) took delivery of their second Eurocopter EC120 B patrol helicopter, which will allow for greater in-air coverage and policing of the growing city of Edmonton.



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NEW DEDICATED HELI-FIREFIGHTING FLEET WITH FAST BUCKETS FOR LEBANON
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 (145 reads)Industry Press Releases

CALGARY, CA (June 30, 2009) – A new fleet of fully-equipped helicopters dedicated to aerial firefighting will operate in Lebanon this year, using the FAST Bucket and accessories to make its efforts more effective.  



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News from DART Helicopter Services
Tuesday, June 30, 2009 (70 reads)Industry Press Releases

DART Helicopter Services (DHS) is pleased to announce that their affiliated partner, DART Aerospace Ltd. has received Transport Canada approval of a Traffic Advisory System (TAS) for the EC 130 B4 series aircraft. Also, DART has acquired a division of Heliproducts Industries Ltd., the company announced today.



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Mid-Continent Instruments Offers Face-To-Face Customer Service
Monday, June 29, 2009 (163 reads)Industry Press Releases

WICHITA, KS - Mid-Continent Instruments announces the return of Pat Napolitano as an Outside Sales Representative. Napolitano’s position will directly support Mid-Continent’s 45-year history of providing responsive, one-on-one customer service.



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Jonker Sailplanes selects Becker AR4201 Transceiver and ATC4401 Transponder to equip JS-1 Racing Sailplane
Monday, June 29, 2009 (78 reads)Industry Press Releases

MIRAMAR, FL (June 28, 2009) – Jonker Sailplanes selects Becker Avionics’ AR4201 Transceiver and ATC4401 Transponder to equip their JS-1 Racing sailplane. Jonker Sailplanes chose the Becker combination due to its small dimensions, light weight, low power consumption and outstanding performance.



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CAE to change its New York Stock Exchange ticker symbol to "CAE"
Monday, June 29, 2009 (48 reads)Industry Press Releases

Montreal, Canada (June 29, 2009) - (NYSE: CGT; TSX: CAE) - CAE announced today that it will change its New York Stock Exchange ticker symbol from "CGT" to "CAE." The change will be effective on the start of trading on Thursday, July 2, 2009.



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Era Training Center Selects Frasca for S76 FSTD
Friday, June 26, 2009 (94 reads)Industry Press Releases

Frasca International of Urbana, IL and Era Training Center (ETC) of Lake Charles, LA have entered into an agreement for Frasca to design and build a Sikorsky S76 C++ Level 6 Helicopter Flight Simulator Training Device (FSTD).



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Kaman Announces the Filing of a Shelf Registration Statement
Friday, June 26, 2009 (123 reads)Industry Press Releases

BLOOMFIELD, CT (June 26, 2009) - Kaman Corporation announced today that it has filed a universal shelf registration on Form S-3 with the Securities and Exchange Commission ("SEC").



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ROLLS-ROYCE BR725 ENGINE RECEIVES EASA TYPE CERTIFICATION
Thursday, June 25, 2009 (104 reads)Industry Press Releases

Rolls-Royce, the global power systems company, has received type certification for the new BR725 engine that will power the first flight of the Gulfstream G650 business jet later in the year.



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HAI MEMBERS TAKE ACTION NOW - CLIMATE CHANGE VOTE COULD COME FRIDAY!
Thursday, June 25, 2009 (202 reads)Industry Press Releases

House Speaker Nancy Pelosi (D-California) is on the verge of a victory that seemed out of her reach a few weeks ago. The House is expected to vote tomorrow, Friday, June 26 on climate change legislation (H.R. 2454) after months as the GOP’s favorite political target and a victory could help Pelosi advance other legislative priorities, including the healthcare overhaul next month. All HAI members are strongly encouraged to contact Congress to weigh in on this issue!



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Brent VanWey receives Rockwell Collins Good Citizenship award
Wednesday, June 24, 2009 (209 reads)Industry Press Releases

CEDAR RAPIDS, IA (June 24, 2009) — Brent VanWey’s personal commitment to make a difference in the lives of families of children with cancer has earned him the Rockwell Collins 2009 Good Citizenship Award.



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IMMIGRATION UPDATE: Big Meeting Thursday at White House
Wednesday, June 24, 2009 (320 reads)Industry Press Releases

HAI reports the White House has invited lawmakers from both parties to a meeting Thursday where sharp differences are expected to be aired over whether Congress can realistically expect to pass a comprehensive immigration bill before heading deep into next year's election campaigns.



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SIMPLEX ACQUIRES HELIPOD INTERNATIONAL
Wednesday, June 24, 2009 (197 reads)Industry Press Releases

PORTLAND, OR (June 19, 2009) - Simplex Manufacturing Co. is pleased to announce the acquisition of Helipod International (“Helipod”), a leading developer and manufacturer of certified accessory products for Robinson helicopters, including a variety of cargo pods, spray systems and other specialty items.



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Sikorsky Global Helicopters Celebrates 25 Years of S-300C Helicopter Deliveries
Wednesday, June 24, 2009 (200 reads)Industry Press Releases

HORSEHEADS NY (June 24, 2009) - Sikorsky Global Helicopters, a Sikorsky company, today marked the 25th anniversary of the first delivery of the aircraft now known as the S-300C helicopter.



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Sabreliner Corp. Named Lockheed-Approved Supplier for Chemical Processing
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 (162 reads)Industry Press Releases

Sabreliner Corporation’s aerospace manufacturing center has been designated by Lockheed Martin Aeronautics Co. as an approved special processor for aviation components.



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DERCO AEROSPACE TO DISTRIBUTE AMETEK AEROSPACE & DEFENSE PRODUCTS
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 (74 reads)Industry Press Releases

WILMINGTON, MA – AMETEK Aerospace & Defense has been signed an exclusive two-year agreement with Derco Aerospace, a wholly owned subsidiary of Sikosrky Aircraft Corp., to distribute the complete line of AMETEK aerospace components for the C-130 and F-16 aircraft.



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FLIGHTSAFETY INTRODUCES PROFICIENCY PROTECTION PROGRAM TO HELP BUSINESS AIRCRAFT PILOTS AND MAINTENANCE TECHNICIANS WHO HAVE BECOME UNEMPLOYED
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 (128 reads)Industry Press Releases

LaGuardia Airport, New York (June 23, 2009) – FlightSafety International announces the Proficiency Protection™ Program designed to help pilots and maintenance technicians of business aircraft who have become involuntarily unemployed since January 1, 2009.
 
 



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VECTOR RECEIVES GOLD BOEING PERFORMANCE EXCELLENCE AWARD
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 (196 reads)Industry Press Releases

Vector Aerospace Component Services Almondbank has been presented with a 2008 Boeing Performance Excellence Award. The Boeing Company issues the award annually to recognise suppliers who have achieved superior performance.



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Kaman Helicopters Reaffirms Maritime Helicopter Program Safety and Effectiveness after ANAO Issues Audit Report
Tuesday, June 23, 2009 (114 reads)Industry Press Releases

BLOOMFIELD, CT (June 19, 2009) — Kaman Helicopters reaffirmed its strong support for its SH-2G Super Seasprite maritime multi-mission helicopter today in response to an audit report from the Australian National Audit Office (ANAO).



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Quebec government & CAE to invest up to C$274 million in R&D.
Monday, June 22, 2009 (108 reads)Industry Press Releases

Montreal, June 21, 2009 - (NYSE: CGT; TSX: CAE) - CAE and the Quebec government announced today an investment of up to C$274 million in a new research and development (R&D) program extending over seven years. The Quebec government will participate through a repayable investment which could reach C$100 million and CAE's share of the program is C$174 million. The aim is to leverage CAE's modelling, simulation and training services expertise into the promising sectors of healthcare, heavy equipment, mining and energy. Investissement Quebec will handle the funding and the follow-up for the Quebec government contribution.



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L-3 GH-3900 ESIS Selected for Rockwell Collins Pro Line Fusion™
Monday, June 22, 2009 (311 reads)Industry Press Releases

GRAND RAPIDS, Mich., June 22, 2009 - L-3 Avionics Systems announced today that its GH-3900 Electronic Standby Instrument System (ESIS) has been selected by Rockwell Collins for the company’s Pro Line Fusion™ integrated avionics system. The contract is for 10 years with production units slated for 2012.

“For more than 10 years, L-3 and Rockwell Collins have been bringing our respective technologies together to benefit the market,” said Larry Riddle, vice president of business development. “The combination of our electronic standby system with Rockwell Collins’ Pro Line Fusion avionics system provides a complete cockpit solution that enhances situational awareness and safety.”



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Inter Hannover/Hannover Re joins USAIG International Aviation Group
Monday, June 22, 2009 (121 reads)Industry Press Releases

Inter Hannover/Hannover Re joins USAIG International Aviation Group
The Group Begins Operation on June 1, 2009

New York, NY … United States Aviation Underwriters, Inc. (USAU) announced today that Inter Hannover/Hannover Re has joined United States Aircraft Insurance Group’s (USAIG) newly formed International Aviation Group to underwrite business aviation risks worldwide.

The new Group, which begins operation on June 1, immediately expands USAIG’s international business aviation reach and insurance product offerings for both its international and domestic customers. “USAIG’s International Aviation Group is now poised to serve its customers’ business aviation insurance needs around the world.  We welcome the Hannover family to USAIG,” said Michael L. Sweeney, USAU’s Chairman and CEO.



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Becker Avionics and Accord Technology announce Teaming Partnership for NexNav™ GPS Receivers to roll-out ADS-B technologies
Friday, June 19, 2009 (200 reads)Industry Press Releases

Aviation experts told reporters on Monday that the federal government must step up its leadership of, and investment in, developing the NextGen air traffic control system as a key component of the U.S. transportation infrastructure.



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Merlin Simulation, Inc. delivers first S333 AATD to Rotors of the Rockies
Friday, June 19, 2009 (128 reads)Industry Press Releases

On June 1st Merlin Simulation, Inc. delivered its re-configurable, new generation Pro-Series Schweizer 333 AATD to Rotors of the Rockies located at Rocky Mountain Metropolitan Airport - Broomfield, Colorado.



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New Collegiate Helicopter Program Chooses Sikorsky Global Helicopters Aircraft for Training
Friday, June 19, 2009 (155 reads)Industry Press Releases

HORSEHEADS, NY (June 19, 2009) - Sikorsky Global Helicopters, a Sikorsky company, announced today that Kent State University will introduce helicopter training courses this month using S-300CBi helicopters.



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FAA CERTIFIES OXLEY ANTI-COLLISION LED LIGHT FOR CIVIL ROTARY AIRCRAFT
Thursday, June 18, 2009 (309 reads)Industry Press Releases

Higganum, CT - An Oxley Inc. anti-collision LED light that successfully protects military helicopters in service around the globe, has been approved by the United States Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) for use on civilian rotary wing aircraft.



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L-3 WESCAM Celebrates 1,000th Delivery Milestone with United Kingdom Ministry of Defence
Thursday, June 18, 2009 (156 reads)Industry Press Releases

LE BOURGET, PARIS (June 18, 2009) - L-3 WESCAM, a wholly owned subsidiary of L-3 Communications, announced today that it has delivered its 1,000th MX-Series™ electrooptic/infrared (EO/IR) imaging turret to the Defence Equipment Support at the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence (U.K. MoD).



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Aircell High Speed Internet Takes Flight in Business Aviation
Thursday, June 18, 2009 (190 reads)Industry Press Releases

BROOMFIELD, CO (June 18, 2009) – Aircell, the world’s leading provider of airborne communications, announces that it has received full FAA certification (STC and PMA) for its new High Speed Internet system in the business aviation market and that shipments have commenced three months ahead of schedule.



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Top-Notch Avionics Repair Services
Thursday, June 18, 2009 (144 reads)Industry Press Releases

MIRAMAR, FL (June 18, 2009) – Becker Avionics has provided full-service avionics repairs and overhaul services for Becker Avionics’ systems and equipment since 1997 and continues to serve the avionics markets of North and South America at its facility in Miramar, FL.



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Derco Aerospace signs exclusive five-year C-130 total logistics support agreement with Thai Aviation Industries
Thursday, June 18, 2009 (128 reads)Industry Press Releases

MILWAUKEE, WI (June 18, 2009) - Derco Aerospace, a Sikorsky Aerospace Services company, announced today it has signed an exclusive five-year total logistics support agreement with Thai Aviation Industries (TAI) in support of TAI's contract with the Royal Thai Air Force (RTAF).



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News from Eurocopter
Thursday, June 18, 2009 (122 reads)Industry Press Releases

On June 18th, Eurocopter Deutschland GmbH and the German Federal Agency for Defense Technology and Procurement (BWB) signed a contract at the Paris Air Show to retrofit one prototype followed by a further 25 of the German Army’s CH53 GS/GE transport. Eurocopter is pleased to announce the delivery of the first EC155 B1 to Northern Service Flight Company (NSFC) based in Hanoi (Vietnam).



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Blue Hawaiian Helicopters Awarded FAA Diamond Award for the 10th Year in a Row
Thursday, June 18, 2009 (151 reads)Industry Press Releases

Blue Hawaiian Helicopters has been awarded the FAA Diamond Certificate of Excellence for the 10th consecutive year.

 



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DART Helicopter Services Announces Brazilian Approval of DART’s Round-I-Beam™ Skidtubes for the AS 350/AS 355
Thursday, June 18, 2009 (77 reads)Industry Press Releases

DART Helicopter Services has announced that their affiliated partner, DART Aerospace Ltd., has received Brazilian ANAC certification of the Round-I-Beam™ Skidtube for Eurocopter AS 350/AS 355 aircraft.



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OMNIFLIGHT HELICOPTERS, INC. EMPLOYEES TO BE HONORED IN ALABAMA CEREMONY RECOGNIZING EMERGENCY MEDICAL PERSONNEL
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 (119 reads)Industry Press Releases

Birmingham, AL (June 17, 2009) - Omniflight Helicopters, Inc., a leading national provider of air medical services, announced today that 20 flight team members of its Alabama Life Saver program will be recognized at the upcoming “Honoring our Heroes” special event to be held Friday, June 19th, 2009 at the Birmingham-Jefferson Convention Complex Arena.



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News from Sikorsky
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 (165 reads)Industry Press Releases

PARIS AIR SHOW (June 17, 2009) - Sikorsky Global Helicopters, Sikorsky Aircraft's recently rebranded business unit responsible for contract execution and delivery of S-76® and S-92® helicopter models, has opened a world-class facility custom-designed for customers as they take final delivery of their helicopters. Two more prototypes are poised to join the S-76D helicopter test program as Sikorsky Aircraft Corp. continues envelope expansion on the newest version of the popular S-76® helicopter.



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DC Aviation Endorses JSSI to Support its Fleet of Managed Aircraft
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 (96 reads)Industry Press Releases

Chicago, IL (June 2009) - Jet Support Services, Inc. (“JSSI”) recently announced that it has entered into a fleet agreement with DC Aviation GmbH (“DC Aviation”), formed by the merger of the former DaimlerChrysler Aviation and Cirrus Aviation.



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Becker Avionics announces plan to establish US manufacturing capabilities for Digital Audio and Intercom System DVCS 6100
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 (97 reads)Industry Press Releases

MIRAMAR, FL (June 16, 2009) – Becker Avionics announced its plan today to establish manufacturing capabilities for their state-of-the-art Digital Audio and Intercom System DVCS 6100 at its North American Subsidiary, Becker Avionics, Inc. in Miramar, Florida.



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News from Eurocopter
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 (327 reads)Industry Press Releases

Eurocopter is pleased to announce the deliveries of new EC135 helicopters to the Turkish operator Koçoğlu Aviation, who has ordered a total of 12 helicopters. Eurocopter is pleased to announce the signing of a 7 million euro contract for three AS350 B3 Ecureuils with Pawan Hans, India's leading helicopter operator in the civil and parapublic market. At the Paris Air Show, Eurocopter’s subsidiary Helibras delivers the very first EC145 Stylence in Brazil to a customer in the country. Eurocopter and the National Research Council Canada (NRC) have signed a 10-year agreement to work together to develop innovative research, development and technology solutions for the aerospace industry. Eurocopter CEO, Lutz Bertling is proud to hand over the 100th EC155 B1 to Dancopter CEO Nils Skeby at the Paris Air Show today. Eurocopter has just awarded DAHER the contract to develop and produce a new generation of airframes for its range of light helicopters. The U.S Customs and Border Patrol (CBP) has just taken delivery of its fifth AS350B3 since the beginning of the year. At the centenary celebrations of the Paris International Air Show, and in the presence of Patrick Devedjian, the Minister responsible for France's Economic Stimulus Plan, Philippe Harache, Senior Executive Vice-President of Eurocopter, and Dominique Maillard, Chairman of the RTE Management Board, the public electricity transmission system operator today signed a contract worth €9m.



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News from Ametek
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 (199 reads)Industry Press Releases

LONDON — Messier-Dowty International, a world leader in aircraft landing gear systems, has contracted with Muirhead Aerospace, a unit of AMETEK Aerospace & Defense, to develop an electromechanical replacement for hydraulic landing gear systems for Airbus aircraft. AMETEK Aerospace & Defense has signed an exclusive two-year agreement with Derco Aerospace, a Sikorsky Aerospace Services company, to distribute its complete line of C-130 and F-16 products.



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News from AgustaWestland
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 (128 reads)Industry Press Releases

AgustaWestland, a Finmeccanica company, is pleased to announce that the Government of the Arab Republic of Egypt through the Ministry of Defence has signed a contract for three AW109 Power light twin helicopters. Bel Air of Denmark has taken delivery of the first of several AW139 medium twin turbine helicopters. The Maritime Safety Administration (MSA) of China has signed a contract for two Grand light twin helicopters, with an option for an additional two to be exercised next year.



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M7 Aerospace Names Ronald Colunga Vice President of Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 (144 reads)Industry Press Releases

San Antonio, TX - M7 Aerospace has named Ronald Colunga Vice President of Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO), with responsibility for the operation and financial performance of the company’s Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) business segment. 

 



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Metro Aviation Receives Bell 407 FAA Repair Station Authorization
Wednesday, June 17, 2009 (150 reads)Industry Press Releases