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LifeFlight signs deal for 4 more AW139 helicopters

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March 18, 2025
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The new order will bring the total AW139 fleet between LifeFlight and its joint-venture partner StarFlight to 20 by the end of 2027, which the aeromedical organisation says will enhance its capability for EMS, search and rescue, and law enforcement mis…

The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 251: Bags Fly Free No More, Korean Air Rebranding

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March 15, 2025
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Join Channing and Jennifer for the latest news from the world of aviation.

Wait continues for pair of NSW Rural Fire Service Black Hawks

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March 10, 2025
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As reported in the Sydney Morning Herald, the S-70A Black Hawks have not yet been approved by CASA to carry non-military passengers, meaning they could not be used to fly firefighters and other emergency personnel to disaster zones and could only be us…

Sikorsky locks in $313.5m MRO contract for Navy Romeo helicopters

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March 3, 2025
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The sustainment contract will create over 75 new jobs in Nowra at Sikorsky Australia’s maintenance and logistics support facility, building on its existing workforce of 200.

ATSB finds no mechanical faults in crashed Robinson R44

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February 20, 2025
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VH-XIX was conducting aerial spraying of herbicides near Boorowa, 50km east of Young Airport, on 4 December when radio contact with the pilot was lost 15 minutes after its 10th spraying run, the ATSB said in its preliminary report.

Army Black Hawks achieve initial operating capability

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February 19, 2025
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Fifteen months after the first aircraft commenced flying in 2023, the completion of essential testing, evaluation and training activities has occurred alongside the establishment of a robust fleet support and maintenance system.

Sikorsky tests new Black Hawk engines

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February 4, 2025
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The Lockheed Martin company expects the Black Hawk modernisation program involving the new GE Aerospace turbine engines to boost aircraft performance, combat capabilities and range. The Australian Defence Force has purchased 40 Black Hawks to replace i…

Pan Am’s Luxurious Helicopter Offerings Over 40 Years Ago

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January 31, 2025
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A very popular shuttle service but tragedy ceased operations.

ATSB identifies cause of fatal Super Puma crash

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January 28, 2025
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A preliminary report by the safety investigator has revealed a fracturing of the pitch change control sleeve likely led the helicopter to yaw – or spin on its vertical axis – before crashing and repeatedly rolling on the ground.

Babcock’s ‘high pressure’ training for sea rescues

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January 23, 2025
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Air Ambulance Victoria conducts dozens of winch and numerous water-based rescues each year, ranging from individuals swept out to sea to patient retrievals from vessels many nautical miles off the coast.