9 October 2026
Aero Partner Africa Appointed as Robinson Dealer for Southern Africa
Aero Partner Africa has been appointed a Robinson dealer for seven Southern African markets, with demonstration…
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2 October 2026
Egypt Receives First Five Boeing CH-47F Chinooks
Egypt has received the first five of 12 new Boeing CH-47F Block I Chinooks, beginning replacement…
2 October 2026
Airbus Delivers Nigeria’s First Two H125 Helicopters to the Nigerian Air Force
Airbus has delivered Nigeria’s first two H125 helicopters to the Nigerian Air Force, which reassembled them…
28 September 2026
Inside US Airlift and Rescue Operations in East Africa
A look at C-130 operations, HH-60W rescue helicopters and joint personnel-recovery missions centred on Camp Lemonnier…
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Nigeria Receives Five New Military Helicopters
The Nigerian Air Force has received three Leonardo AW109 Trekkers at Lagos and two Airbus…
An Inside Look into Bell in East Africa
Bell sets out the maintenance, avionics, parts and component overhaul support available to East African…
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Japan’s Fire and Disaster Management Agency Orders First Airbus H160 to Bolster Emergency Preparedness
Japan’s FDMA has ordered its first Airbus H160, which will be based in Kumamoto for…
Morocco’s Royal Armed Forces Deploy Extensive Aerial Fleet in National Forest Fire Response
Morocco’s Royal Armed Forces are leading the country’s aerial forest fire response with a fleet…
Enstrom Helicopter Delivers New 480B to Safomar Aviation, Strengthening Longstanding African Partnership
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation has delivered a new 480B turbine helicopter to Safomar Aviation, marking its…
Bell Marks the Delivery of the 700th Bell 505 During Farnborough International Airshow
Bell delivered its 700th Bell 505 to a private VIP operator during Farnborough International Airshow…
Bell Training Academy Hits Milestone Flight Hours
Bell Training Academy has passed 240,000 flight hours as Bell expands OEM-standard pilot and maintenance…
Rotortrade Enhances Support Capabilities in East Africa through Cooperation with Helint
Rotortrade is cooperating with Nairobi-based Helint to strengthen access to helicopter MRO, inspection, transition and…
MD Helicopters Delivers First MD 530F to Zimbabwe Operator
MD Helicopters has delivered the first MD 530F to Zimbabwe for a wildlife conservation agency…
Kasi Healthcare Signs for Two Airbus H135 Helicopters to Advance Air Medical Capabilities in Nigeria
Kasi Healthcare has signed an agreement for up to two HEMS-configured Airbus H135 helicopters, becoming…
Defence Committees Commend Denel Aeronautics for Operational Effectiveness and Stability
South Africa’s defence committees have commended Denel Aeronautics as a critical strategic partner to the…
Investec Strengthens European Aviation Finance Footprint
Investec Aviation Finance has structured a tailored corporate facility to support Ultimate Aviation Group’s UK…
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Future Long Range Assault Aircraft Officially Named MV-75 Cheyenne II
US Army names its Future Long Range Assault Aircraft the MV-75 Cheyenne II, marking a…
NAF Reinforces Air Power Through Advanced Technical Training on AgustaWestland AW109 Trekker Helicopter
Nigerian Air Force advances operational readiness with AW109 Trekker helicopter technical training, enhancing maintenance capability,…
FAA Announces New Safety Measure to Improve Separation Between Airplanes and Helicopters
FAA introduces new safety measures replacing visual separation with radar control to improve aircraft and…
Seven Bell 407GXis to Join South Africa’s Transmission Company
NTCSA has signed to acquire seven Bell 407GXis to support powerline maintenance, emergency management and…
Bristow Receives First Airbus H160s From Milestone for Offshore Transportation in Nigeria
Bristow receives the first two Airbus H160 helicopters in Nigeria under a Milestone lease, introducing…
The Bell 505: Introducing the Height of Military VTOL Pilot Training
The Bell 505 is being used by multiple air forces as a military VTOL training…
TCAA Orders Mandatory Safety Risk Assessments Following Mount Kilimanjaro Helicopter Accident
The Tanzania Civil Aviation Authority (TCAA) has issued a mandatory safety directive requiring all helicopter…
Ghana Places First Order for Multi-Mission Airbus Helicopters
Ghana’s Ministry of Defence orders Airbus H175M, ACH175 and ACH160 helicopters to support multi-mission defence,…
The Value of Helicopters in Flood Response
Flood disasters reveal the unique value of helicopters in humanitarian response, medical evacuation and access…
Advancing Helicopter Emergency Medical Services in Africa
Africa’s first HEMS Symposium examines emergency medical helicopter operations, training, governance, and Airbus Helicopters’ role…
Rotortrade Delivers Two Airbus H145 D3 Helicopters to SAF Helicopters
Rotortrade has delivered two Airbus H145 D3 helicopters to SAF Hélicoptères for EMS operations in…
Zambia Flying Doctor Service Issues Tender for Aircraft Repairs and Spare Parts under Two-Year Framework Agreement
The Zambia Flying Doctor Service has issued a tender for aircraft repairs, spare parts, tools…
Bell 505 Achieves Over 700 Flight Hours with Blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel
Bell and Safran Helicopter Engines report more than 700 flight hours on blended SAF with…
Morocco Orders Ten Airbus H225M Helicopters
Morocco has ordered ten Airbus H225M helicopters to replace its ageing Puma fleet and enhance…
Bell at the Forefront of Vertical Innovation: Ready for the Dubai Airshow
Bell returns to Dubai Airshow showcasing the Bell 505 and SUBARU Bell 412EPX, reinforcing its…