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Editor's Note 
 
With a Federal election possible by April 28, Canada's next PM will largely be chosen based on their ability to push back against the U.S., with the F-35 deal under review, European defence partnership talks, and new Australian radar for the Arctic.
- Jon Robinson, Editor, Helicopters
 
News 
 
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Carney expected to call federal election

Prime Minister Mark Carney is expected to call a federal election on Sunday for a vote as early as April 28.


Sikorsky unveils S-92 Phase IV main gearbox

Sikorsky said its S-92 Phase IV main gearbox is a transformative innovation for reliability, performance and safety.


Carney orders review of F-35 fighter jet purchase from U.S.’s Lockheed Martin

Prime Minister Mark Carney has asked for a review of Canada’s plan to purchase a fleet of F-35 fighter jets.


Europe and Canada are eyeing alternatives to American-made fighter jets

Questions mounting in Canada and in Europe over whether purchases of U.S. weaponry are sound strategy.


Sikorsky flies rotor blown wing drone in helicopter and airplane modes

Sikorsky said it validated the advanced control laws to successfully fly a ‘rotor blown wing’ drone.


Helicopter route permanently closed on route near Washington airport

Helicopters permanently restricted from flying route where a passenger jet and helicopter collided in midair.


Transportation Safety Board issues preliminary report on Pearson airport plane crash

Preliminary report into a Delta crash at Toronto Pearson last month focuses on speed prior to landing.


 
 
FEATURED NEWS 
 
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Trump annexation talk prompted defence talks with Europe, Joly says

Foreign Affairs Minister Mélanie Joly says Canada is in the "advanced" stages of negotiations with Europe on joining its new defence partnership — prompted in large part by growing concern about Russia's war in Ukraine and Donald Trump's ongoing talk of annexing Canada. » 
 
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Airbus wraps up Verticon with commitments for 118 helicopters

Airbus Helicopters wrapped up Verticon with 118 commitments, including 63 firm orders, from customers worldwide for a variety of its multi-mission helicopters, pointing to the positive response for its new H140 expected to enter service in 2028 with HEMS operations. » 
 
 
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Carney says U.S. must stop ‘disrespectful’ comments

PM says Trump needs to stop "disrespectful" comments before comprehensive talks. » 

Carney announces plans to boost Canada's military footprint in the Arctic

Prime Minister said Tuesday that Ottawa will turn to Australia's over-the-horizon radar tech. » 

Global Medical Response takes delivery of its first IFR-configured Bell 407GXi

Bell Textron completed the delivery of Global Medical Response’s first IFR-configured Bell 407GXi. » 

As Oklahoma reels from deadly wildfires, authorities warn of fresh fire threat

Oklahomans reeling from deadly wildfires that whipped across the state and destroyed hundreds of homes. » 

Pilot killed when helicopter hits power line and crashes into reservoir

A pilot was killed when a helicopter struck a power line early Friday and crashed in northeastern Ohio. » 

Bridging the mentorship gap

Tim Anderson outlines how a hybrid training approach can build a better future for Canadian AMEs. » 

US investigators say Alaska plane was overweight for icy conditions

Commuter plane crashed on sea ice off Alaska, killing all 10 people on board. » 

 
Events 
 
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MRO Americas

April 8 – 10, 2025
Location: Atlanta, GA
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2025 Atlantic Region Aircraft Maintenance Conference

April 23 – 25, 2025
Location: Westin Nova Scotian, Halifax, NS
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Careers in Aviation Expo

May 31, 2025
Location: Porter Airlines, Toronto Pearson, YYZ, Mississauga, ON
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Canadian Wildfire Conference

October 1 – 2, 2025
Location: KF Centre for Excellence, Kelowna, BC
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ATAC 91th Canadian Aviation Conference and Tradeshow

November 18 – 20, 2025
Location: Fairmont Queen Elizabeth Hotel, Montreal, QC
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