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multiple platforms,” proclaimed David “Spyke” Whiting, VP of sales and marketing for Eagle Copters, adding “We thank our customers and the industry for being patient with this program and believe that most will agree that the signifi cant advantages have been well worth the wait.” He went on to say, “This announcement is particularly rewarding for us as a company since it represents the completion of a long and arduous journey. Although the certifi cation basis is a supplemental type certifi cate, the eff ort felt more like that of an OEM.”
X-Copter to Demonstrate New Features at HELI-EXPO 2015
X-Copter will return to HELI-EXPO 2015 in Orlando, Florida, with more features and new developments. In addition to the fi nest representation of Robinson fl ight controls, the FAA-approved helicopter fl ight simulator will be incorporating live, simulated ATC comms to its aviation training devices through its partnership with PilotEdge. The ATC simulation component completes the immersive simulation experience X-Copter already
delivers. Now, X-Copter users
and schools have the option to fl y one-on- one with ATC, or in a networked scenario with ATC and multiple aircraft in the same airspace.
X-Copter has completed the ultimate aviation training device by combining ATC comms with X-Copter’s three 60-inch high- defi nition monitors (outside view), two high- defi nition touch-screen monitors (cockpit) displaying multiple avionics packages (including the G500H) and a cockpit- mounted
tablet with ForeFlight Mobile
displaying georeferenced data. To demo the X-Copter at HELI-EXPO 2015, Booth 2049, go
to:
http://www.x-copter.aero/x-copter-
demo-fl ight-heli-expo-2015/ and schedule your fl ight time.
Bell Helicopter Delivers 50th Bell 429 in Europe to United Kingdom Operator
Bell Helicopter recently announced the
delivery of the 50th Bell 429 in Europe to an operator in the United Kingdom. The aircraft will be used to accomplish corporate/VIP transport across the region.
“The Bell 429 off ers customers exceptional performance and a smooth, comfortable ride, and these capabilities are quickly being realized in the region,” said Patrick Moulay, vice president of European sales. “This milestone delivery demonstrates the great success we have seen in Europe with the Bell 429, and we look forward to growing our global and regional fl eet even further in the years to come.”
The Bell 429 currently operates in every commercial mission in Europe, and provides invaluable support for operators such as, Turkish National Police, National Grid, and Air Zermatt.
“The Bell 429 has been successfully performing key operations across all of our mission segments in the region, and has truly showcased its versatility as it continues to take on new missions all over Europe,” added Moulay. “The corporate confi guration
M International Designates Africair, Inc. as New Sales Representative
M International recently announced they’ve signed an agreement designating Africair, Inc. as their newest sales representative for the continent of Africa.
This agreement provides M International with a strong strategic partner in Africair, the largest Cessna Aircraft Company distributor in the world, and further bolster’s Africair’s well- known support capabilities for the African aviation community, including the over 4,500 helicopter and turboprop customer network currently in place.
Services will include:
• Rolls-Royce M250 Series engines, modules, accessories, and components
• Honeywell T53 Series engines and components
• Honeywell Accessories for LTS101, M250, and PT6
• Honeywell T53 & T55 spare parts Want more news? • Visit
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has proven to be the most popular choice, making up nearly 35 percent of the Bell 429’s customer base in Europe.”
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