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The MD Super D20R: The next step in MD’s legacy reinvention

MD Helicopters' Super D20R — the latest product in its Field Fleet Upgrades initiative — completed demonstration flights in Mesa, Arizona with Vertical Plus invited to evaluate the type. The flight campaign represents a concrete step in MD's program to refresh and market its legacy rotorcraft lineup.

2026-04-01T05:56:59.277043-07:00

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South Korean Navy inducts MH-60R Seahawk to strengthen ASW against Pyongyang

2026-03-31T22:50:24.970121-07:00

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Garmin flight‑tests GFC 600H on Robinson R66 as Europe’s offshore wind helicopter market expands

2026-03-31T17:51:13.692650-07:00

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Schweizer RSG put up for sale; Starman Bros Auctions seeking written offers for entire company

2026-03-31T11:46:12.956513-07:00

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The MD Super D20R: The next step in MD’s legacy reinvention MD Helicopters' Super D20R — the latest product in its Field Fleet Upgrades initiative — completed demonstration flights in Mesa, Arizona with Vertical Plus invited to evaluate the type. The flight campaign represents a concrete step in MD's program to refresh and market its legacy rotorcraft lineup.

2026-04-01T05:56:59.277043-07:00

The MD Super D20R: The next step in MD’s legacy reinvention

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South Korean Navy inducts MH-60R Seahawk to strengthen ASW against Pyongyang The Republic of Korea Navy has inducted and deployed Sikorsky MH-60R Seahawk maritime helicopters, with an induction ceremony at the naval air command in Changwon announced by DAPA. The move is aimed at strengthening anti-submarine warfare and maritime operations amid concerns over an increasing North Korean submarine threat.

2026-03-31T22:50:24.970121-07:00

South Korean Navy inducts MH-60R Seahawk to strengthen ASW against Pyongyang

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Garmin flight‑tests GFC 600H on Robinson R66 as Europe’s offshore wind helicopter market expands Garmin has flight‑tested its GFC 600H autopilot on the Robinson R66, with the system set to become standard equipment on the R66 NxG. The feature also examines Europe’s rapidly growing offshore wind helicopter sector and its implications for rotorcraft demand and operations.

2026-03-31T17:51:13.692650-07:00

Garmin flight‑tests GFC 600H on Robinson R66 as Europe’s offshore wind helicopter market expands

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Schweizer RSG put up for sale; Starman Bros Auctions seeking written offers for entire company Schweizer RSG, the historic helicopter manufacturer, has been placed on the market with Starman Bros Auctions accepting written offers for the entire company. The auction process is soliciting bids for Schweizer’s business, assets and intellectual property from potential buyers.

2026-03-31T11:46:12.956513-07:00

Schweizer RSG put up for sale; Starman Bros Auctions seeking written offers for entire company

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Germany completes acceptance of CAE Prodigy image generator for CH‑53GS full‑motion simulators In late 2025 the German Armed Forces completed customer acceptance and qualification of CAE's Prodigy image generator as part of upgrades to their CH‑53GS full‑motion helicopter simulators. The qualification finalises the Prodigy visual‑system delivery that updates the simulators' image generation and display capabilities.

2026-03-31T08:55:39.899349-07:00

Germany completes acceptance of CAE Prodigy image generator for CH‑53GS full‑motion simulators

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AEM expands Transport Canada STC SH24-21 to add Bell 206 and Bell 407 for MTP136D/MTP138 radios Anodyne Electronics Manufacturing (AEM) has extended Transport Canada supplemental type certificate SH24‑21 to cover Bell 206 and Bell 407 helicopters, adding approved installation paths for the MTP136D and MTP138 radio units. The STC streamlines installations and ensures regulatory compliance for operators and MROs.

2026-03-31T08:55:39.847328-07:00

AEM expands Transport Canada STC SH24-21 to add Bell 206 and Bell 407 for MTP136D/MTP138 radios

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Quantum Helicopters joins Team M1 as training provider for Army Flight School Next bid Quantum Helicopters has joined Team M1 as its designated training provider for the U.S. Army's Flight School Next bid. The move adds contractor-run rotary‑wing instruction capability to Team M1's proposal in the Army's trainer competition and positions the team to demonstrate pilot throughput and sustainment support.

2026-03-31T08:19:29.788931-07:00

Quantum Helicopters joins Team M1 as training provider for Army Flight School Next bid

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Bruno Even exits Airbus Helicopters after eight years, leaving strengthened rotorcraft franchise Bruno Even is leaving his post as CEO of Airbus Helicopters after an eight‑year tenure, exiting with the business widely regarded as strengthened on orders, deliveries and market position. His departure closes a leadership chapter that oversaw product launches, industrial expansion and a services refocus.

2026-03-31T06:30:50.844218-07:00

Bruno Even exits Airbus Helicopters after eight years, leaving strengthened rotorcraft franchise

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The MD Super D20R: The next step in MD’s legacy reinvention

South Korean Navy inducts MH-60R Seahawk to strengthen ASW against Pyongyang

Garmin flight‑tests GFC 600H on Robinson R66 as Europe’s offshore wind helicopter market expands

Schweizer RSG put up for sale; Starman Bros Auctions seeking written offers for entire company

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