Category: Helicopters

The ADF’s current fleet of MRH 90 helicopters remains grounded nearly three months after an aircraft experienced a catastrophic engine failure near RAAF Edinburgh on April 20. “MRH 90 flying operations are suspended whilst the investigation into the cause of the engine failure continues,” a Defence spokesperson told Australian Aviation on July 8. “An Aircraft Incident

The US Defense Security Cooperation Agency (DSCA) notified Congress on July 7 of a possible Foreign Military Sale (FMS) to Australia of 24 MH-60R ‘Romeo’ helicopters. The notification says the deal, estimated to cost US$2.1bn (A$2.4bn), includes “equipment, parts, training and logistical support”, as well as 60 GE T700-401C engines (including 12 spares), “communication equipment,

China’s Avicopter, part of the Aviation Industry Corporation of China (AVIC) group, has completed the design of its two tonne AC311 while it continues design work on the one tonne AC310. The AC311 will soon enter the manufacturing phase with the first prototype expected to be ready in time for China’s Zhuhai airshow in November.

Russian Helicopters and AgustaWestland is establishing an AW139 final assembly plant at Tomilino, near Moscow, to satisfy Russian and CIS civil helicopter markets. This content is available exclusively to Australian Aviation members. Login Become a Member To continue reading the rest of this article, please login. Username or Email Password Forgot password? Keep me signed