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Garmin tests GFC 600H on Robinson R66; Vertical spotlights Europe’s offshore‑wind helicopter market

Garmin's GFC 600H autopilot was flight‑tested on the Robinson R66 and is set to become standard equipment on the forthcoming R66 NxG. Vertical also profiles Europe’s rapidly expanding offshore‑wind helicopter market and its implications for rotorcraft demand and operator equipment choices.

2026-03-29T17:35:36.490775-07:00

Reuters

FAA probes TCAS Resolution Advisory after Black Hawk crossed in front of United 737 on John Wayne approach

2026-03-26T15:30:19.372913-07:00

Associated Press

Tour helicopter crashes off Kauai's Na Pali Coast — 3 dead, 2 injured

2026-03-26T21:19:21.609170-07:00

FlightGlobal

Sikorsky seeks up to 81 S‑92A+ orders to underpin 12/yr production as market shifts

2026-03-27T09:12:20.465082-07:00

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Garmin tests GFC 600H on Robinson R66; Vertical spotlights Europe’s offshore‑wind helicopter market Garmin's GFC 600H autopilot was flight‑tested on the Robinson R66 and is set to become standard equipment on the forthcoming R66 NxG. Vertical also profiles Europe’s rapidly expanding offshore‑wind helicopter market and its implications for rotorcraft demand and operator equipment choices.

2026-03-29T17:35:36.490775-07:00

Garmin tests GFC 600H on Robinson R66; Vertical spotlights Europe’s offshore‑wind helicopter market

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Garmin GFC 600H flight‑tested on Robinson R66 NxG; autopilot to be standard as European offshore wind boosts rotorcraft demand Garmin's GFC 600H autopilot has been flight‑tested on the Robinson R66 and is set to become standard equipment on the R66 NxG. The test and equipment rollout come as Europe's offshore wind helicopter market expands, increasing demand for capable, modern rotorcraft and avionics.

2026-03-27T17:25:09.898313-07:00

Garmin GFC 600H flight‑tested on Robinson R66 NxG; autopilot to be standard as European offshore wind boosts rotorcraft demand

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Sikorsky seeks up to 81 S‑92A+ orders to underpin 12/yr production as market shifts Sikorsky is pursuing up to 81 orders for its upgraded S‑92A+ to build a backlog that would sustain production of up to 12 heavy‑twins per year. Its latest forecast indicates shifting market dynamics for the type, prompting the OEM to secure commitments before ramping output.

2026-03-27T09:12:20.465082-07:00

Sikorsky seeks up to 81 S‑92A+ orders to underpin 12/yr production as market shifts

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Norway reprioritises defence plan for ASW frigates and helicopters, delays army/SF rotorcraft and rules out C-130J expansion On 27 March, Norway revised its defence plan to prioritise procurement of anti-submarine warfare frigates and accompanying maritime helicopters, while deferring purchases of army and special‑forces helicopters and ruling out expansion of its Lockheed Martin C‑130J transport fleet. The shift reallocates funds toward maritime ASW capability.

2026-03-27T08:15:27.666174-07:00

Norway reprioritises defence plan for ASW frigates and helicopters, delays army/SF rotorcraft and rules out C-130J expansion

FlightGlobal

U.S. Army launches A700 UAS from AH-64E Apache after six‑month rapid integration Late February at Yuma Proving Ground, the U.S. Army launched an A700 unmanned aircraft from an AH‑64E Apache in flight, validating a six‑month rapid integration under its 'launched effects' initiative. The trial demonstrated expanded ISR and strike reach while keeping crewed platforms at greater standoff.

2026-03-27T07:46:05.970680-07:00

U.S. Army launches A700 UAS from AH-64E Apache after six‑month rapid integration

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KULR to develop advanced battery architecture for Robinson’s eR66 electric helicopter demonstrator KULR One will design and develop the advanced battery architecture for Robinson Helicopter’s eR66 battery‑electric helicopter demonstrator, serving as the propulsion powerpack and integration developer. The agreement formalizes KULR’s supplier role in Robinson’s rotorcraft electrification demonstrator programme.

2026-03-27T06:05:08.154067-07:00

KULR to develop advanced battery architecture for Robinson’s eR66 electric helicopter demonstrator

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Europe’s Booming Offshore Wind Helicopter Market — Opportunities and Operational Challenges Europe’s offshore wind helicopter support sector — nascent but expanding rapidly — is creating new commercial opportunities for operators and service providers while exposing operational challenges across capability, availability and mission-specific logistics. The boom is concentrated in Europe’s wind hub and is reshaping regional rotorcraft demand patterns.

2026-03-27T06:05:07.029354-07:00

Europe’s Booming Offshore Wind Helicopter Market — Opportunities and Operational Challenges

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PHI Aviation extends rotorcraft service life with proactive crack-detection program PHI Aviation has launched a structured service-life continuation program centered on proactive crack-detection inspections to reduce downtime, protect aircraft assets and extend the productive life of aging rotorcraft airframes. The initiative aims to keep more helicopters mission-capable and delay costly retirements or heavy structural repairs.

2026-03-27T01:50:49.911451-07:00

PHI Aviation extends rotorcraft service life with proactive crack-detection program

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Garmin tests GFC 600H on Robinson R66; Vertical spotlights Europe’s offshore‑wind helicopter market

FAA probes TCAS Resolution Advisory after Black Hawk crossed in front of United 737 on John Wayne approach

Tour helicopter crashes off Kauai's Na Pali Coast — 3 dead, 2 injured

Sikorsky seeks up to 81 S‑92A+ orders to underpin 12/yr production as market shifts

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