VERTICON 2025, the largest global conference and trade show dedicated to vertical aviation, will take place from March 10-13, 2025, at the Kay Bailey Hutchison Convention Center in Dallas, Texas. Organized by Vertical Aviation International (VAI), this event is the ultimate platform for industry professionals to connect, learn, and explore the latest innovations shaping the future of vertical aviation. For …
Leonardo Helicopters, in collaboration with Space Florida, has embarked on an ambitious project in Milton, Florida. The company has initiated the construction of a state-of-the-art customer support center, marking a significant investment in the region and a testament to its commitment to providing unparalleled support to its clientele. Key Details of the Facility The Leonardo Helicopters Florida Customer Support Center …
The Eurocopter Tiger stands as a testament to European engineering prowess in the realm of military aviation. A twin-engine attack helicopter with a four-blade rotor system, this formidable machine first graced the skies in 2003. Manufactured by Airbus Helicopters, which emerged from the merger of Aérospatiale’s and DASA’s helicopter divisions, the Eurocopter Tiger has been designated as the EC665. In …
The Bell OH-58 Kiowa is a remarkable piece of aviation history. This single-engine, single-rotor military helicopter has served numerous roles, from observation and utility to direct fire support. Produced by the American manufacturer Bell Helicopter, the OH-58 Kiowa shares a close relationship with the Model 206A JetRanger civilian helicopter, showcasing the versatility of its design. Development and Early Years The …
The Vietnam War was one of the most intense and challenging conflicts of the 20th century, and helicopters played a critical role in the conflict. From troop transport to medical evacuation to combat support, helicopters were used in a wide range of missions during the war. Now, let’s take a closer look at the helicopters used in the Vietnam War, …
Sikorsky is an acclaimed US-based helicopter company that has been creating a quiet hype and circulation around their new Defiant X helicopter. On April 7th, a video was released on their Twitter page showing the concept around the Defiant X Helicopter. The video, while created using computer-generated imagery, showed a short clip of their new helicopter landing on a field …
Erickson plans to rebuild an S-64 Air-Crane to ferry bulk cargo and vehicles to US military troops in the field. This crane will integrate a new robotic flight control brain and there will be no pilot in the cockpit. For the last year, this company has put much effort into disassembling N179AC to come up with the first S-64F+. Erickson is …
The Israel Defence Force (IDF) has chosen the Sikorsky CH-53K to be its next heavy-lift helicopter. This will undoubtedly be a massive improvement from the 22 old CH-53D ‘Yasur’ aircraft they have been using for over four decades. Israeli soldier and current defense minister, Benny Gantz, revealed that the ministry had no qualms about buying the Sikorsky CH-53K. After all, …
The Navy is inviting manufacturers to make submissions of the best designs in a move in which they intend to acquire new armored survival vests for helicopter crew members and pilots. The process is already underway and the navy made it clear by publishing the solicitation on the official US federal contracting site. According to the Naval Air Systems Command, …
Earlier this week, the U.S Naval Air Systems Command reported that the Marine Operational Test and Evaluation Squadron practiced landing a CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift helicopter in fields. Late last year the U.S Marine Corps signed a contract to purchase six more CH-53K heavy-lift helicopters. In a recent tweet from the Naval Air Systems Command, the CH-53K King Stallion heavy-lift …