IAR 316B — IAR 316B (c/n 171, formerly “86” of Forțele Aeriene Române / the Romanian Air Force), exhibited at Muzeul Naţional al Aviaţiei Române (National Romanian Aviation Museum) in Bucharest, March 2012.

In our #PhotoOfTheWeek article today, we take a closer look at the #IAR 316B, a Romanian-built development of the well-known #Aérospatiale #AlouetteIII #helicopter.
The #rotorcraft became an important part of the #RotaryWing #aviation of #Romania, serving in a variety of roles over the years.

AW139 278 is operated by 301 Squadron of 3 Operations Wing, Aer Chór na hÉireann (Irish Air Corps). It was pictured in May 2022 at Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel.

Happy #StPatricksDay for those who celebrate. An image of a green #IrishAirCorps AW139 helicopter for the occasion.

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Sikorsky Ramps Up Production of New S-92A+ Helicopter to Meet Global Demand Aviation News – Sikorsky, a Lockheed Martin company, is initiating production of its updated S-92A+ commercial heavy-lift helicopter, aiming to address rising global demand for head-of-state transport and offshore energy support. This strategic expansion in manufacturing underscores the company's commitment to modernizing its flagship rotary-wing fleet for international operators. The development and assembly of the S-92A+ variant will take place across Sikorsky’s New York facilities in Stratford and Owego.

#Sikorsky #S92Aplus #LockheedMartin #Helicopter #AviationNews #Aerospace #HeavyLift #OffshoreEnergy #DefenseIndustry #RotaryWing

The Westland Wessex was a British turbine powered development of the Sikorsky S 58 and it entered Royal Navy service in 1961 as a dedicated anti submarine helicopter.

#WestlandWessex #WessexHelicopter #Helicopter #Aviation #RotaryWing

U.S. Defense Signs $1.4 Billion GE Aerospace Engine Deal for CH-53K Fleet Aviation News – The U.S. Department of War has signed a $1.4 billion multi-year contract with GE Aerospace to supply engines and sustainment services for the CH-53K King Stallion helicopter, strengthening Marine Corps heavy-lift capabilities and reducing long-term costs. The agreement secures propulsion support for the next phase of CH-53K production and reinforces the aircraft’s role as a bolt in U.S.

#CH53K #KingStallion #GEAerospace #MilitaryAviation #USMarines #DefenseContract #Helicopter #AviationNews #RotaryWing #DefenseIndustry

First Jupiter HC2 Helicopter Enters UK Service at RAF Benson Aviation News – The UK has taken a major step in modernising its military helicopter fleet as the first Jupiter HC2 begins flying operations at RAF Benson. The aircraft will play a key role in training ahead of overseas deployment, strengthening the UK’s rotary wing capability. The Joint Aviation Command (JAC) has officially welcomed the Jupiter HC2 into service, marking a milestone in the renewal of the UK’s medium-lift helicopter force.

#JupiterHC2 #AviationNews #UKDefence #RAF #MilitaryHelicopters #RotaryWing #JointAviationCommand #RAFBenson #DefenceModernisation

Germany Adds 20 More H145M Helicopters Total order rises to 82 as Airbus delivers first aircraft under 2023 agreement.

Germany Adds 20 More H145M Helicopters

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#Germany #H145M #AirbusHelicopters #LightCombatHelicopter #GermanArmy #Luftwaffe #SpecialForces #MilitaryAviation #DefenceProcurement #RotaryWing #Reconnaissance #LightAttack #UH72Lakota #AerospaceIndustry #EuropeanDefence

Schweizer 269C departs the 2025 Vintage Days Festival and Fly-in, Williamson, GA. Nikon Z9 with a Nikkor Z 100-400 S @ 320mm, 1/15 sec, f/16, ISO 64. #helicopter #slowshutterspeedphotography #fulldisc #nikon9 #z9 #flying #pilot #rotarywing

AW139 277 of 301 Squadron, a rotary wing unit of the Aer Chór na hÉireann (Irish Air Corps), pictured at home base Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel.

Happy St. Patricks Day. A green AW139 of the Aer Chór na hÉireann (Irish Air Corps) pictured at Casement Aerodrome, Baldonnel three years ago.

#avgeek #aviationphotography #helicopter #rotarywing #irishaircorps @irishdefenceforces.bsky.social #agustawestland #aw139 #aerchornaheireann

Bell 47G-3B-2 NZ3705 of No.3 Squadron RNZAF, pictured and based at RNZAF Hobsonville. This helicopter base would close not long after this picture was taken. The Bell 47s retired while No.3 San relocated to RNZAF Ohakea.

M*A*S*H but different. A Bell 47G of the Royal New Zealand Air Force, pictured in 2001 while still operational at RNZAF Hobsonville. The base closed shortly after.

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