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February 02, 2018

Aurora Flight Sciences, Socionext Develop Collision Protection Solution

Radar-Enabled System Designed For Consumer Drones

Aurora Flight Sciences is collaborating with Socionext to provide a radar-enabled collision protection system for consumer drones. The Radar Flight Control Module (RFCM) is comprised of a single-chip 24GHz radar with range measurement software. The radar responds acutely to its surroundings and can detect multiple objects, objects in open spaces, target distance and speed, and more.

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Sikorsky Signs With San Diego Fire-Rescue Air Operations For S-70i Firehawk

Will Allow Increased Mobility And Shorter Response Times To Fires And Other Crises

Sikorsky has signed to deliver one S-70i Black Hawk helicopter in a baseline configuration to the city of San Diego at the 2018 Helicopter Association International Heli-Expo.

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Say Hello To Kopter

Marenco Swisshelicopter (MSH) Rebrands Its Fast-Growing Business

MSH, the Swiss helicopter manufacturer, has unveiled its new brand name. During an event held at its recently completed corporate/engineering facility, the company’s CEO, Andreas Loewenstein, introduced Kopter to customers, suppliers, partners and staff.

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Fresno County Sheriff’s Office Air Support Unit Welcomes New MD 530F

The Custom-Configured F-Model With Advanced, All-Glass Cockpit Joins Fresno County’s Legacy Fleet Of MD 500Es

MD Helicopters, Inc. (MDHI) is proud to celebrate the delivery of a new, custom-configured MD 530F with the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office (FCSO). Officially accepted into operation in February, it is an honor to deliver EAGLE 1 to the Fresno County Sheriff’s Office fleet, Sheriff Margaret Mims, and the Fresno County Board of Supervisors.

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Altitude Angel Secures $4.5M Series A Funding

Will Be Used To Boost Autonomous Drone Flight

Drone management platform and airspace integration start-up Altitude Angel has announced a $4.5 million Series A funding round led by the Seraphim Space Fund, with participation from ADV and Frequentis AG.

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Precision Aerial Using UAS To Survey Drainage System In Texas

Evaluating Conditions Following Hurricane Harvey

Precision Aerial Compliance Solutions, LLC (Precision Aerial), in partnership with The Woodlands Joint Powers Agency (WJPA) is providing drone LiDAR surveying for portions of The Woodlands drainage system in response to Hurricane Harvey. “The WJPA, on behalf of the Municipal Utility Districts it represents, is taking proactive steps now to help improve drainage during future rainstorms,” said James M. Stinson, PE, general manager for the WJPA.

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Commander Maintenance Classes Set For 2018

Additional Classes Will Be Scheduled If Demand Warrants

One of the distinguishing features of the authorized Twin Commander service center network is the requirement that technicians be formally trained in Commander-specific maintenance publications and procedures. This ensures that Commander owners and operators who use authorized service centers receive the most informed and experienced inspection and maintenance support.

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Honeywell Authorizes StandardAero For Maintenance In EMEAI Region

Exclusive Major Maintenance Partner For Honeywell TFE731 Turbofan Engines

StandardAero has been authorized by Honeywell Aerospace as the exclusive provider in the Europe, Middle East, Africa and India (EMEAI) region for major maintenance repair and overhaul services (MRO) for the Honeywell TFE731 family of turbofan engines. The new agreement authorizes StandardAero to be the only maintenance facility, located in the EMEAI region, licensed to perform both Core Zone Inspections (CZIs) and MSP covered Major Periodic Inspections (MPIs). The authorization includes non-MSP covered engine maintenance as well.

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Hawker Pacific Continues To Ride Strong BizAv Growth In The Asia-Pacific

Company's 33% Year-On-Year Growth In Business Aviation And MRO

Hawker Pacific, the leading aviation solutions provider in Asia, Pacific and the Middle East, is proud to support the remarkable growth of business aviation in the Asian region with attendance at the Singapore Airshow. Exhibiting at the biennial show since its inception in 2008, Hawker Pacific is proud to be part of the growth in the region.

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Final Bombardier Global 7000 FTV Completes First Flight

'The Masterpiece' Joins Four Other Jets In The Flight Test Program

Bombardier Business Aircraft proudly announced today that “The Masterpiece,” the fifth and final test vehicle in the Global 7000 flight test program, successfully completed its first flight, setting the stage for the program’s entry-into-service in the second half of this year.

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Workhorse Group Receives Notice of Allowance for HorseFly Patent

Protects The Company's Truck Launched Drone Package Delivery System

The United States Patent and Trademark Office (USPTO) has issued a notice of allowance for the HorseFly Truck Launched Drone Package Delivery System patent application. The HorseFly system adheres to all current FAA safety regulations for drone package delivery, as each package is delivered within the delivery driver's "line of sight."

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