Enstrom Helicopters

Enstrom Helicopter Corp. is now able to sell its turbine helicopters in the U.S. and Europe after securing approvals for its crash resistant fuel system (CRFS).

Defense contracts are restoring momentum to the helicopter market, but commercial sales appear to have hit a plateau.

Enstrom is set to re-enter the U.S. helicopter market.

Robinson Helicopters thinks the time is right for a foray into U.S. military programs as the Army plans to reshape its pilot training.

Hydroplane is working with Enstrom Helicopter and uncrewed cargo aircraft developer Sabrewing Aircraft to incorporate hydrogen-electric propulsion.

Rotorcraft manufacturers are seeking partners and preparing bids for the U.S. Army’s updated training plans.

From traveling saxophone player to musical instrument mogul to helicopter airframer executive.

Enstrom has been unable to access its home market since the FAA in April 2020 mandated crash-resistant fuel systems for all aircraft built and sold in the U.S.

Helicopter manufacturers are beginning to turn their attention to modernizing their bestsellers.

Enstrom is looking to reestablish its presence in the U.S. helicopter market, but is being challenged by certification and supply chain challenges.

As the U.S. Army prepares for high-speed rotorcraft, the commercial helicopter industry continues its wait for advanced new technologies.

The first new-build 480B helicopter made since production restarted was on display at the Helicopter Association International Heli-Expo convention.

New CEOs of both Enstrom and MD Helicopters can forge a new niche in the rotorcraft market for their companies.

A turbine-engine Enstrom 480B took to the air in late January after the company was saved from bankruptcy in May 2022.