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The incredible LifeFlight Aussie croc country outback rescue for new pilot

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PRESS RELEASE n experienced Kiwi helicopter pilot in his first week at LifeFlight has flown to rescue a Queensland couple who were stranded in croc country for three days and two nights. Mount Isa-based LifeFlight pilot Michael Adair is used to flying over snow and mountains and yesterday flew for six hours and 300 nautical […]

Enstrom Celebrates Major JGSDF Milestone in Japan

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PRESS RELEASE nstrom Helicopter Corporation representatives traveled across the Pacific to celebrate the Japan Ground Self-Defense Force (JGSDF) reaching 100,000 flight hours in their fleet of TH-480Bs. The JGSDF focuses on disaster relief, civil protection, and the promotion of international cooperation. It is also Enstrom’s largest customer to date with 30 turbine helicopters purchased. Enstrom […]

Avflight Expands to Utah With Latest Acquisition

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PRESS RELEASE vflight Corporation, a leading provider of aviation services, is excited to announce the acquisition of its newest FBO, Avflight Ogden, at Ogden Regional Airport (KOGD). Effective December 9, 2024, Avflight acquired Kemp Jet Services, marking its first location in the state of Utah and 27th facility worldwide. The premier FBO is centrally located […]

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Bombardier demo flight operations

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An inside look at efficiency, global reach, and customer-centric use of dedicated company aircraft. By Rafael Henríquez Managing Editor Bombardier relies on a team of pilots and cabin experience specialists who demonstrate the latest Bombardier business jets to existing and prospective customers all over the world. ime is of the essence. In today’s fast-paced business […]

Public service helicopters

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Rotary-wing aircraft manufacturers tout their offerings as force multipliers for law enforcement, EMS, and SAR agencies. By Owen Davies Contributing Writer othing is better at fighting fires in flat country than a big fixed-wing aircraft. However, no one can land one halfway up a mountain to rescue an injured climber or hover it over a […]

Cabin comfort

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Technology and design shape the future of inflight comfort. By Shannon Forrest ATP/CFII. Challenger 604, G-IV Contributing Writer Collins Venue Cabin Management System (CMS) gives complete control over the environment, from lighting and temperature to entertainment and window shades. omfort may be defined as a state of physical ease and freedom from pain or constraint. […]

Digital twinning in aviation yields revolutionary insights

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Digital replicas of systems benefit aircraft safety, maintenance, and operations through virtual prototyping, monitoring, and simulations. By Don Van Dyke ATP/Helo/CFII. F28, Bell 222 Pro Pilot Canada Technical Editor As virtual replicas of aircraft and their systems, digital twins allow for real-time monitoring and predictive maintenance, which can yield reduced down time and improved safety. […]