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Perfect storm of factors blamed for Sea World crash

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April 9, 2025
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In its final report into the disaster, which killed four people and injured six others when two EC130 helicopters collided mid-air on Main Beach minutes away from Surfers Paradise on 2 January 2023, the transport safety watchdog made 28 findings, inclu…

CASA asks to be dropped from ‘Outback Wrangler’ lawsuit

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April 8, 2025
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The case, brought by Wilson’s widow Danielle in the Federal Court, also involves Helibrook, the operator of the Robinson R44 that crashed near King River in the NT, and Helibrook owner Matt Wright. Should CASA’s bid be successful, the suit would likely…

Lockheed Martin to establish Sydney-based Black Hawk logistics hub

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March 25, 2025
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Located just outside the Army’s Holsworthy Base, the 4,500-square-metre facility forms part of Lockheed Martin Australia’s integrated support contract with the Army. The warehouse stores replenishment spares, support and test equipment, and essential p…

First Aussie Apache enters final assembly stage

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March 25, 2025
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Designated AT001, the helicopter will now undergo structural work, electrical wiring, major sub-assembly and mechanical installation before heading into flight testing later this year. Boeing’s factory in Mesa has already produced more than 2,800 Apach…

LifeFlight signs deal for 4 more AW139 helicopters

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March 18, 2025
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The new order will bring the total AW139 fleet between LifeFlight and its joint-venture partner StarFlight to 20 by the end of 2027, which the aeromedical organisation says will enhance its capability for EMS, search and rescue, and law enforcement mis…

The Simple Flying Podcast Episode 251: Bags Fly Free No More, Korean Air Rebranding

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March 15, 2025
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Join Channing and Jennifer for the latest news from the world of aviation.

Wait continues for pair of NSW Rural Fire Service Black Hawks

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March 10, 2025
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As reported in the Sydney Morning Herald, the S-70A Black Hawks have not yet been approved by CASA to carry non-military passengers, meaning they could not be used to fly firefighters and other emergency personnel to disaster zones and could only be us…

Sikorsky locks in $313.5m MRO contract for Navy Romeo helicopters

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March 3, 2025
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The sustainment contract will create over 75 new jobs in Nowra at Sikorsky Australia’s maintenance and logistics support facility, building on its existing workforce of 200.

ATSB finds no mechanical faults in crashed Robinson R44

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February 20, 2025
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VH-XIX was conducting aerial spraying of herbicides near Boorowa, 50km east of Young Airport, on 4 December when radio contact with the pilot was lost 15 minutes after its 10th spraying run, the ATSB said in its preliminary report.

Army Black Hawks achieve initial operating capability

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February 19, 2025
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Fifteen months after the first aircraft commenced flying in 2023, the completion of essential testing, evaluation and training activities has occurred alongside the establishment of a robust fleet support and maintenance system.