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Unlike in the auto industry, where things are moving at a much faster pace, the aviation industry sure takes its sweet time when it comes to releasing new kinds of aircraft. But when that does happen, ...

Airbus Helicopters has finally achieved US Federal Aviation Administration (FAA) certification for its H160 medium-twin – virtually three years since it was granted European type approval. “We are ...

Airbus SE EADSY recently secured an order from Japan’s Nagoya City Fire Bureau to supply an H160 multi-role helicopter. For over 65 years, Airbus Helicopters has been a reliable partner to Japan, with ...

“We are pleased to receive FAA certification for the H160, which is testament to many years of hard work and commitment from our teams in order to deliver this multirole helicopter to the customers in ...

FAA approval for Airbus Helicopters' H160 comes three years after the model was certified by EASA. FAA approval for Airbus Helicopters' H160 comes three years after the model was certified by EASA.

Airbus Helicopters and US operator PHI are preparing for the start of route-proving flights in the Gulf of Mexico using the airframer’s new H160 medium-twin. PHI has already taken delivery of the four ...

Airbus has started the year on a high note – its new-generation helicopter, the versatile H160, will be officially operated by the French Gendarmerie Nationale, who became the first law enforcement ...

The French Navy has ordered an interim fleet of four Airbus Helicopters H160 rotorcraft for search-and-rescue (SAR) operations, the manufacturer announced on 10 February. The French Navy is to field 4 ...

The French Ministry of the Armed Forces announced on 6 February the launch of the pre-development phase for the military version of the Airbus Helicopters H160 rotorcraft. The contract for the H160M ...

During French President Macron’s visit to China, Airbus Helicopters has signed a contract with GDAT, one of China’s most prominent helicopter lessors and operators, for 50 H160 helicopters. This ...