Rotorcraft Industry Invests in New Models Despite Oil Slump

Credit: AgustaWestland
In terms of technological change and first flights, 2015 was a significant year for rotorcraft, but it was also a tough one for an industry facing a decline in orders from the oil and gas industry. While companies can look back at the success of first flights such as Airbus Helicopters’ H160, Bell’s...
Tony Osborne

Based in London, Tony covers European defense programs. Prior to joining Aviation Week in November 2012, Tony was at Shephard Media Group where he was deputy editor for Rotorhub and Defence Helicopter magazines.

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