Helitech Expo 2024, taking place on September 24-25 at ExCeL London, is a premier event showcasing the latest innovations, technologies, and services in the helicopter and aviation industry. Attendees will have the opportunity to network with key stakeholders, explore diverse exhibits, and attend informative seminars.
A Russian Mi-8T helicopter carrying 3 crew members and 19 passengers has gone missing in the Kamchatka Peninsula. The helicopter was en route from a base near the Vachkazhets volcano to Nikolaevka village when it failed to report at its scheduled arrival time. Search and rescue teams have been dispatched to the area, and the incident has raised concerns about the safety of the Mi-8 helicopter model.
PHI MRO Services has leased a Bell 407 helicopter to New York Helicopter, marking a significant expansion for both companies. The helicopter, equipped with floats, air conditioning, and a custom paint scheme, will allow New York Helicopter to expand its tour and charter services in the New York area.
Skyryse will unveil its Skyryse OneTM, the world’s first production aircraft operated with a single control stick and two touchscreens, at the 2024 EAA AirVenture air show in Oshkosh, WI. The company will also showcase its SkyOSTM flight operating system and offer simulator experiences to attendees.
Hoper, Greece’s first scheduled helicopter airline, is changing the way tourists explore the country’s beautiful islands. With flights connecting Athens, Santorini, Mykonos, and other destinations, Hoper offers a faster, more convenient alternative to ferries and private charters. This innovative service is expected to boost Greece’s tourism industry and attract more visitors seeking efficient and scenic travel experiences.
Bell Textron Canada Limited has successfully conducted the first flight of a modernized CH-146 Griffon helicopter for the Royal Canadian Air Force (RCAF). This upgrade, part of the Griffon Limited Life Extension (GLLE) project, will enhance the fleet’s avionics, cockpit displays, engines, and sensor systems. The GLLE project ensures the RCAF is equipped with cutting-edge defense technologies for years to come.
Iranian President Ebrahim Raisi’s helicopter experienced a rough landing on Sunday, according to Iranian state media. Rescue teams were reportedly dispatched to the site, but conflicting reports about the incident have emerged. There has been no official statement from the Iranian regime. This is a developing story, and updates will be provided as they become available.
Two Malaysian military helicopters involved in a training exercise for the navy’s 90th-anniversary celebration next month collided and crashed in Perak state on Tuesday, killing all 10 people on board.
Bel Ponciano, a fitness influencer with 100,000 Instagram followers, dropped over £1,500 in cash from a helicopter flying over a beach in Brazil. The generous influencer tossed banknotes ranging from £3.10 to £15.50 to the cheering crowd below. Ponciano posted the video on Instagram, writing: “Never give up on your dreams! Only God can stop you, nobody else! Next time, it will be from a rocket.” The clip is going viral, with nearly 50,000 views and hundreds of comments.
