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Frank Robinson, Founder of Robinson Helicopter Company, Goes into National Aviation Hall of Fame
The late Frank Robinson, founder of Robinson Helicopter Company (RHC), will be inducted into the National Aviation Hall of Fame. Remembered for the design, certification, and manufacture of the R22, R44, and R66 model helicopters, this honor recognizes Robinson’s contributions to the aviation industry and the legacy he has left behind.
Frank Robinson’s son and former president and CEO of Robinson Helicopter, Kurt Robinson, accepted the honor on his father’s behalf at the Newsmakers Luncheon at NBAA BACE in Las Vegas. The official induction will take place during the 61st Enshrinement Ceremonies in Wichita, Kansas, in September 2025.
Since its establishment in 1962, the National Aviation Hall of Fame has inducted more than 200 of the nation’s most prominent air and space pioneers. The list of honorees includes the Wright Brothers, Amelia Earhart, Lawrence Dale Bell, Charles Lindbergh and more.
“Frank Robinson’s contributions to the field of helicopter engineering have had a profound and enduring impact on civil aviation,” stated David Smith, President and CEO of Robinson Helicopter Company. “His innovative designs and commitment to safety have inspired generations of pilots and aviation professionals worldwide. We are truly honored to carry forward his legacy, continuing to provide safe, accessible, and easy-to- maintain helicopters.”
PJ Helicopters Installing Additional GPMS HUMS
GPMS International recently announced it has completed delivery of a new order of Foresight MX HUMS to PJ Helicopters. With these deliveries, PJ nears completion of HUMS installations for all its UH-60 Utility Hawks and further expands the monitoring of its Bell 407s.
“Our communities, customers, and team benefited from another fire season with our HUMS-equipped helicopters,” said Justin Gunsauls, vice president of maintenance at PJ Helicopters. “The ability to see our mixed fleet on one easy-to-use interface simplifies our training and allows us to quickly identify issues. In the middle of a very busy fire and construction season, every hour counts. Foresight keeps us flying.”
Gunsauls continued, “We’re very excited for the upcoming STC on the CH-47D. With its tremendous lifting capability, it’s become a heavy workhorse for us and we’re looking forward to having HUMS installed on it. The great customer support we receive on our aircraft is further bolstered by the new expanded support agreement between Bell and GPMS.”
“We’re proud to be working with the PJ team and we’re thankful for support in pushing Foresight forward,” said Ronnie Ries, vice president of GPMS. “Like PJ, most of our fleet operators have equipped or are planning to equip their entire fleet with Foresight MX. With Foresight’s multi-OEM-supported all-in-one predictive HUMS, FDM, engine monitoring, and rotor track and balance capabilities, it’s the number one choice for leading fleet operators.”
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