DRF Luftrettung receives approval for hoistAR simulator

The German Federal Aviation Office has approved DRF Luftrettung’s hoistAR simulator, making it the first air rescue operator in Europe with a training syllabus for winch operations to receive approval...

US water mapping could sharpen aerial firefighting deployment

A US geospatial analysis of 5.7 million water bodies identifies potential helicopter and scooper reload sites, highlighting how water access can shape sustained wildfire response

Stefano Villanti appointed Managing Director of Leonardo Helicopters

Villanti brings extensive experience in Leonardo’s rotorcraft business, having held senior leadership positions within Leonardo Helicopters for the past 10 years, including leading sales, marketing, and contracts for over the...

AXIS broadens training capabilities with expansion into helicopter simulation

The Austrian simulation company is increasing its offering from its commercial and business fixed-wing aviation aircraft simulators after identifying the rotary-wing sector as a valuable and important market