Vector Aerospace Group Appointed for Growth of the PW100 and PT6A Engine Series

July 14, 2008 – Vector Aerospace Corporation today announced that it has, through its wholly owned subsidiary Atlantic Turbines International Inc. (ATI), agreed with Pratt & Whitney Canada Corp’s (P&WC) to expand and extend the PW100 and PT6A turboprop engine models covered by ATI’s current Designated Overhaul Facility (DOF) appointments. The new engine models added […]

Vector Commemorates World’s First Sikorsky S61 Equipped with “Glass Cockpit”

June 11, 2008 – Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-North America (Vector) and Sagem Avionics, Inc. (SAGEM) will present Mr. Frank Carson, president and founder of Carson Helicopters Incorporated with a plaque commemorating a technological first in the aerospace industry; the world’s only Sikorsky S61 helicopter equipped with an Integrated Cockpit Display System (ICDS) or “glass cockpit” […]

Vector Helicopter Services Receives Bell 206 “Glass Cockpit” STC

April 29, 2008 – Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services-North America (Vector) announces it has received Transport Canada Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) approval for installation the Sagem Avionics Integrated Cockpit Display System 8 (ICDS-8 or ‘Glass Cockpit’) upgrade for the Bell 206 helicopter. Elvis Moniz, Vector’s director of avionics explains several of the maintenance benefits provided by […]

Rolls-Royce Model 250 Engine Remains a Staple

April 6, 2008 – With yet another win at the 2007 Rolls-Royce AMC Awards banquet (2007 Customer Satisfaction Award), Vector-Helicopter Services North America (Vector-Helicopter Services), formerly ACROHELIPRO, is poised to expand its current capacity and capability on the Rolls-Royce Model 250 engine line. “We are extremely pleased with our long-term success in servicing our customers […]

Vector-Helicopter Services Increases Capability

April 4, 2008 – Vector Aerospace Helicopter Services North America, continues to forge ahead as one of the premier providers of helicopter maintenance, repair and overhaul services in the world. In the wake of a recent corporate re-naming at Helicopter Association International 2008, Vector-Helicopter Services has been analyzing, reorganizing and redeploying its assets with the […]

UK acquisition closes global growth platform for Vector Aerospace

April 1, 2008 – Vector Aerospace Corporation announced today that its wholly-owned subsidiary, Vector Aerospace International Limited, has completed the acquisition of the United Kingdom Ministry of Defence (MOD) Defence Aviation and Repair Agency (DARA) Rotary Wing and Components businesses for consideration of £17 million. The assets acquired include net working capital of £13.5 million. […]

Vector Aerospace Announces the Appointment of Declan O’Shea as President and Chief Executive Officer

March 11, 2008 – Vector Aerospace Corporation announced today that Declan O’Shea has been appointed to the position of President and Chief Executive Officer of the Corporation. Mr. Donald K. Jackson, previously Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer, will remain active at Vector as Chairman. Mr. O’Shea has had a distinguished 30 year career in […]

Kelham’s Helicopter Profiles the Latest Advances in Helicopter Technology

February 25, 2008 – Kelham’s helicopter profiles the latest advances in helicopter technology that provide increased performance, safety and reliability; including the integration of the industry-leading SAGEM/ACROHELIPRO glass cockpit solution utilizing the Eagle Helicopters’ AS350 STC. Kelham’s aircraft is the first glass cockpit integration in a Turbomeca engine equipped AS350 in Canada, which also features […]

AcroHelipro & Sagem Team Up on “Glass Cockpits”

February 25, 2008 – Since the exciting launch of the system at HAI 2007, AcroHelipro and Sagem have made the cutting-edge technology that offers distinct advantages including enhanced performance and reliability, superior quality and reduced operating costs available on a variety of platforms including: Bell 205 series / Bell 206 series / Eagle 212 Single […]

Vector Aerospace-Helicopter Services Launches at HAI 2008

February 25, 2008 – ACROHELIPRO Global Services Inc. (ACROHELIPRO) officially took the name of its parent company on February 25, 2008 – Day 2 of Helicopter Association International’s Heli-Expo 2008. Mr. Donald Jackson, Donald K. Jackson, Chairman, President and Chief Executive Officer of Vector Aerospace made the official announcement during a customer / industry media […]