Avionics and Technology
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Avionics and Technology Headlines
GPMS wins DGCA approval for Foresight MX HUMS on Bell 429 in India
GPMS International has secured DGCA validation of the FAA STC for its Foresight MX HUMS on the Bell 429 in India, enabling operators to adopt predictive maintenance technology across the...
17 Jun 2026
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Chloe Fox
Transall Tankers integrates FireVision intelligence system into C-160 firefighting aircraft
The partnership brings near real-time situational awareness tools to the C-160 platform as Transall Tankers advances certification of its next-generation aerial firefighting capability for operations in Australia
12 Jun 2026
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Chloe Fox
Airbus unveils uncrewed H145 helicopter
A maiden flight of the new aircraft, called the U145, is due to be launched by the end of 2026
8 Jun 2026
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Oliver Cuenca
Momentum Aeronautics receives Brazilian approval for AT-802 float platform
The Brazilian civil aviation regulator has authorized the use of the company’s Heatwave amphibious float platform, which is designed for aerial firefighting operations
20 May 2026
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Oliver Cuenca
Heli-One and Vincorion partner on next-gen ERH premierV rescue hoist
Heli-One and Vincorion have partnered to support certification, integration, and life-cycle support of the ERH premierV rescue hoist across civil and military helicopter fleets
13 May 2026
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Chloe Fox
DART Aerospace fire attack system receives TCCA approval
The belly-mounted fire attack system is designed to fit medium-sized Bell rotorcraft
4 May 2026
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Oliver Cuenca
Tabula partners with Helitak to integrate solutions
Helitak’s Fire Tank will now be able to provide precise drop data directly to Tabula’s FireVision digital platform
28 Apr 2026
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Oliver Cuenca
Bucher Leichtbau delivers H135 disaster response kit to Tanzania
The kit will be used by the Tanzania Fire and Rescue Force to enhance their emergency response operations across East Africa
27 Apr 2026
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Oliver Cuenca
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Avionics and Technology Long Reads
Building the next phase of connected operations at Vellox Group
Since bringing together five aviation software providers under one group, Vellox has focused on a fundamental industry challenge: how to better connect the systems that underpin day-to-day operations. Aleks Banas...
Sponsored by Vellox
1 May 2026
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Editorial Team
Holding the industry together
As the MRO sector continues to feel the long-term effects of the Covid-19 pandemic, new challenges to a smooth-running supply chain are emerging, reports Robin Gauldie. In what may be...
1 Apr 2026
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Robin Gauldie
The multi-purpose system needed to respond effectively
Flightcell discusses how the new Flightcell Controller provides a reliable and seamless communications interface for special missions operators
Sponsored by Flightcell
1 Apr 2026
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Editorial Team
Fit for purpose
Special missions is a growth sector for aviation as fires become more frequent, new regions start to introduce better HEMS and SAR provisions, and mature markets look at replacing older...
2 Mar 2026
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Jon Adams
E3 night vision technology accelerates
As the operational value of the next‑generation technology is being recognized, Aviation Specialties Unlimited is available to support operators with the E3 mission‑enhancing asset
Sponsored by ASU
2 Mar 2026
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Editorial Team
50 years of excellence
Celebrating half a century of providing the industry with a clear vision, Tech-Tool Plastics intends to continue to supply windows that are designed, manufactured, and delivered with the highest level...
Sponsored by TECH-TOOL PLASTICS
2 Mar 2026
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Editorial Team
Built on listening. Designed for the mission
How experience and customer focus continue to shape air medical interiors at Spectrum Aeromed
Sponsored by Spectrum Aeromed
2 Mar 2026
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Editorial Team
Pioneering aviation technology
Novel tools, updated technologies, and powerful partnerships have shown that this year has been critical to improving the ability of operators to perform special missions more effectively. Jon Adams compiles...
1 Dec 2025
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Jon Adams