On December 13, 2020, a Hanukkah Hero descended from a helicopter and landed at Bevelhymer Park, New Albany, OH. The Hero performed and lit the event with various acts resulting in the 2020 Hanukkah celebrations’ success. However, due to strict COVID-19 restrictions, the event was held outside, with some attendees watching while in their vehicles. Despite the Hanukkah festival being …
The Philippines received the first set of the 16 Polish-built S-70i Black Hawk Helicopters that the government had ordered. According to the government news agency, the next shipment is due to arrive next month. The five helos were shipped using a chartered Ukrainian Antonov AN-124 air freight plane from Poland to Clark Air Base, nestled in the northern region of …
Sikorsky Australia, a Lockheed Martin Company, is happy to announce its new Achievement. According to a statement released on 11 Nov.2020, the company is now approved and has an Aircraft MTO accreditation (MTO is short for Maintenance Training Organization). This means that Sikorsky Australia has complied with all statutory safety standards and obligations as laid out by Defense Aviation Safety …
Did you know that in the last six years, only two people—Bruno Guimbal and Frank Robinson—have successfully developed new private helicopters and achieved commercial success? Their main focus was to be the best solution in the helicopter charter services industry. Now, Hill Helicopters HX50 has entered the market, redefining private aviation with its innovative design and cutting-edge features. This is …
In honor of our veteran military heroes, two UH-60 Blackhawks will fly over Kansas City Metro, starting at the Korean War Veterans Memorial, Johnson County, and ending in downtown Kansas. It’s a new approach to honoring veterans for their contributions. Even amid the Covid pandemic, hosts T-Mobile and Black & Veatch promise to take the occasion to new heights. Apart …
The Intricacies of Planning a Chevrolet Commercial Producing a commercial involves the careful coordination of various elements. Incorporating a helicopter into a Chevrolet commercial, however, necessitates an even greater level of attention to detail and logistical planning. In the initial stages, the experienced professionals at Fair Lifts establish communication channels among all relevant stakeholders, including directors, editors, creative team members, …
About Savannah Music Festival The Savannah Music Festival (SMF) was established in 1989. The 501(c)3 is dedicated to offering world-class celebrations of musical arts. There will be timeless and adventurous productions that will further arts education, unite artists and audiences, as well as foster economic growth for the area. This is the place to fully immerse yourself in a wide …
The Las Vegas Motor Speedway The Las Vegas Motor Speedway is about 15 miles northeast of the Strip. It is a 1,200-acre complex with multiple tracks for motorsports racing. It first opened in 1972. Over the years, this track has hosted numerous events such as the annual Las Vegas NASCAR Cup Series, Xfinity Series, and more. Get Exclusive Access to …
Origin of the MD 500 Series In the 1960s, the US Army launched a competition to develop a Light Observation Helicopter (LOH). Among the competitors was Hughes Tool Company, which won the contract in 1965 with the OH-6. Even before the OH-6 took flight, Hughes announced plans for a civilian version of the aircraft, the MD 500. Marketed as the …
Scheduled for January 27th to 30th, the 2020 HAI Heli-Expo will be held at the Anaheim Convention Center in California. If you are looking for a new aircraft, vendor, or another networking opportunity, this is your chance! There will be hundreds of education courses with 18,000 professionals from the industry and 700 exhibitors. The Helicopter Association International is an organization …