An explanation of the peculiar aircraft that landed near the U.S. Capitol. — -- The peculiar helicopter that took flight this afternoon bound for the U.S. Capitol is known as a gyrocopter, a small aircraft that has often been compared to a flying bicycle.
Honorary Commanders and Andrews Ambassadors view the arrival of the first HH-60W Jolly Green II helicopter assigned to Joint Base Andrews, Maryland, during an arrival ceremony on Nov. 2, 2026. The event highlights the base's active community outreach program, bridging the gap…
Rotortrade has announced the sale of a third Leonardo AW139 helicopter to Toll Aviation, further strengthening its relationship with one of Australia’s leading specialised aviation operators. The latest transaction follows the agreement announced in May 2026 for the supply of two AW139 helicopters,…
WJLA Joint Base Andrews starts replacing aging Hueys with Jolly Green II helicopters
DVIDS First HH-60W arrives at America’s Airfield, marking new era for Air Force rotary-wing operations [Image 14 of 19] JOINT BASE ANDREWS, MARYLAND, UNITED STATES 316th Wing /search/unit/316WPA /rss/unit/995
Hanna Reitsch made aviation history on October 25, 1937, by flying the Focke-Wulf Fw 61 approximately 109 kilometers between Berlin and Stendal, setting a world helicopter distance record. Developed under Heinrich Focke, the Fw 61 used twin rotors mounted on outriggers to demonstrate the potential…
MANSFIELD — An 8-year-old Mansfield boy went from gripping Gayle Gorman Green’s hand in fear to declaring he wanted to become a pilot himself. For Green, who recently received the Beechcraft Heritage Museum’s 2026 Eagle Award, the memory illustrates why she introduces…
Each day, the team at Aircraft For Sale picks an airplane that catches our attention because it is unique, represents a good deal, or has other interesting qualities. You can read Aircraft For Sale: Today’s Top Pick at FLYINGMag.com…
The increased interest in business aviation will expand to include helicopters alongside corporate jets and turboprops. Early exhibitors include a reshaped increased pavilion of the German Helicopter Association (DHV), Bell, Robinson, Guimbal and the DRF. With 37,000 Show visitors in 2026, an…
(Update) October 27, 2026, 3:55 PM GMT: Added comments from Equinor starting in the 20th paragraph. Norwegian unions have secured an agreement with Equinor ASA and Italian aerospace company Leonardo SpA for further technical measures on AW189 helicopters following hearing complaints from workers who use…
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