Aerospace

Airbus Helicopters H175 granted CAAC certification

The H175 helicopter from Airbus Helicopters has been approved by the Civil Aviation Administration of China (CAAC).

With a growing demand for super-medium helicopters, China is one of the most competitive markets in the world and will now be able to start receiving H175 deliveries. Chinese clients will receive four H175s in 2023.

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According to Bruno Even, CEO of Airbus Helicopters, “the Chinese certification of the H175 is another great achievement in the continued successful partnership between Airbus Helicopters and the Chinese helicopter industry.” “The H175’s cutting-edge, state-of-the-art performances and reliability will help to give the Chinese people the ability to perform vital life-saving missions even in harsh environments.”

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Airbus Helicopters is committed to collaborating with Chinese industry to expand the Chinese civil market with products like the H175 in order to further the interests of the Chinese people and the country’s economy. This commitment is necessary to maintain the growth of the Chinese helicopter market. The Airbus H175 is a helicopter in the super-medium size range that has been in service since 2015.

The finest answer for a variety of missions, including offshore crew changes, SAR, all public services, and private and business aviation, is provided by this aircraft since it combines great range with superior flight quality. Over 185,000 flight hours have been logged by the 53 H175s that are now in use across 13 different nations.

Aerospace

When Ratan Tata was denied entry to the airfield at the Aero India show, he waited

During our visit to Aero India 2019, we had the unexpected opportunity to see Ratan Tata at the event, which was a thrilling moment for us. However, there was a surprising hiccup when the security staff didn’t allow him to enter due to a lack of a security pass.

Despite this, he remained calm and patiently waited for about 20 minutes until a member of the Tata team brought him the required pass, after which he calmly proceeded inside. It was a humbling sight, showcasing his composed demeanor even in such situations.

Ratan Tata ji is not only a renowned industrialist but also a trained pilot, holding a pilot’s license. In 2007, he became the first Indian civilian to fly the F-16 Falcon during the Aero India show in Bangalore—a proud moment for the nation.

His passion for aviation extended beyond flying, as he played a key role in shaping India’s aerospace industry. Under his leadership, Tata ventured into manufacturing and maintaining aerospace components while upholding its legacy of quality. Notably, Tata’s collaboration with Airbus to develop and manufacture the C295 aircraft is a testament to its growing influence in the sector.