General Dynamics get successful test of Link 16 system for AW159

General Dynamics Mission Systems-U.K. has worked closely with Leonardo Helicopters to develop and integrate a Link 16 datalink for the first export variant of the AW159 Wildcat helicopter. >> Read full article

No injuries in hard landing at Banff National Park

Three people were unhurt in a hard landing in a remote area near the edge of Banff National Park. >> Read full article

Safran signs deal to support Danish EH101 engines

Safran Helicopter Engines has signed a seven-year contract with Denmark's Defence Acquisition and Logistics Organization (DALO) to support 14 RTM 322-powered EH101 Merlin operated by the Royal Danish Air Force (RDAF). >> Read full article

New Drone Operator Program Takes Flight!

The drone industry is rapidly growing, with commercial use in North America doubling in size in the last year (excluding military contracts). As the industry expands, so too does the need for regulations, comprehensive training and a better understanding of what drones can do for business. To address this changing industry, Fanshawe has developed the following Transport Canada approved training:

• Drone Operators' Certificate | 6 Courses Total
• Transport Canada Compliance Course | 45 Hours Total

Composite main rotor blade program reaches milestone

Erickson Incorporated and Helicopter Transport Services (HTS) have announced the first flight of its advanced composite main rotor blades for the S-64 Aircrane and CH-54 Skycrane. >> Learn More…