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The U.S. Army has validated new transport technology for the AH-64E Apache, expanding options for moving the attack helicopter by sea and supporting its deployment. The available reporting does not specify the technology, test conditions or operational scope of the validation.
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The U.S. Army has validated new transport technology for the AH-64E Apache, expanding options for moving the attack helicopter by sea and supporting its deployment. The available reporting does not specify the technology, test conditions or operational scope of the validation.
Higher oil prices and renewed concern over energy security could set the stage for a comeback in U.S. offshore helicopter operations. The sector, tied to offshore activity, may be approaching a turning point after a period of weakness, though the available report provides no production, fleet or demand figures.
The proposed airworthiness directive would require inspections of a connection to the main rotor servo-controls on affected Airbus AS350 AStar-family helicopters in the United States. The FAA estimates the directive would cover 980 aircraft; the notice concerns a potential safety issue and does not describe a final rule.
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Chorus Aviation has agreed to acquire Canadian air-ambulance operator SkyCare for about C$40 million (US$28.3 million). The purchase price is subject to customary adjustments and includes contingent consideration.
Airbus is accelerating development of the H160M, with deliveries targeted for 2028. The available report does not specify the development milestones or delivery schedule details.
Ecocopter is using aviation to help protect Chilean wine production from freezing temperatures and reduce the risk of crop damage and economic losses. The report does not specify the aircraft, operating method or scale of the frost-protection effort.
The Dutch defense ministry has taken delivery of two upgraded Boeing AH-64E attack helicopters, bringing its remanufacturing program close to completion. The aircraft arrived at Woensdrecht Air Base aboard a NATO C-17; the final helicopters are due to be handed over next year, equipped with advanced sensors, communications and flight systems.
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