All Entries in the "Helicopters 2012" Category
ROTOR F/X Can Solve All Helicopter Problems
If you are operating or flying helicopters and looking for a one stop solution, ROTOR F/X LLC of Van Nuys may be just what you are looking for.
Their extensive menu of services covers everything from maintenance and avionics to paint, fabrication and transport.
Located at the famous Van Nuys airport in the San Fernando valley, [...]
Robinson Produces More Than 10,000 Helos
On November 10, 2011, Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC) marked production of its 10,000th helicopter, R44 S/N 13217.
The helicopter was delivered to Robinson's long time dealer, Audi Helicopters, one of two Robinson dealers in Brazil.
A celebration was held at the Torrance factory where Frank Robinson, the company's founder, spoke briefly to a crowded [...]
Corporate Helicopters Was His Choice
Peter Clark caught the bug for flying after taking a helicopter tour in Hawaii.
"After that flight I knew I wanted to fly helicopters," said Clark.
After returning to New York Peter signed up for an introductory flight, which quickly confirmed his interest.
After graduating with a Bachelors of Science in Physics from Syracuse University, Clark accepted [...]
Jessica Ward Picks Trimble Helicopters
Jerry Trimble Helicopters (JTH) is proud to announce that Jessica Ward has received the Robinson Safety Course Scholarship offered by the Whirly-Girls.
The Robinson Safety Course is a three-day course conducted by the factory in Torrance, Calif. and includes both flight and ground training.
Jessica began training at JTH in the summer of 2010 [...]
Professional Helicopter Pilot Program Announced
Southern California Helicopters Director of Operations Paul Pigneri has announced the roll-out of their new "Professional Helicopter Pilot Program."
According to Pigneri, this program is "aimed at zero or low time pilots and will provide all the knowledge and training needed to start a career as a helicopter pilot."
This program provides for 225 hours [...]
Experience Is Key At Western Helicopters
Experience and real world training is the key at Western Helicopters.
Senior Instructors Pete Gillies and Bob Spencer bring more than 70 years and a combined flight time total of over 38,000 hours with them! Included in the staff is a mix of personnel with backgrounds in police aviation units, powerline/pipeline, air medic and [...]
