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Enstrom’s Adam Richardson Promoted to President & CEO
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation is proud to announce the promotion of Chief Operating Officer Adam Richardson to President & CEO of Enstrom. Former President Todd Tetzlaff will remain an integral part of Enstrom’s core leadership team, becoming Senior Vice President of Regulatory Affairs and Global Relations. For two years, Richardson and Tetzlaff have worked closely on… Read more »
Employee Spotlight: Spencer Lacy
Hi, my name is Spencer Lacy, and I’m a test engineer for Enstrom’s R&D Engineering Department. That means I help plan and execute ground and flight tests, a crucial step in receiving certification for our helicopters. My day-to-day responsibilities might include writing test reports, designing fixtures, and programming instruments and data acquisition equipment – all… Read more »
Safety Check: The Danger of Throttle Chops
As the weather warms up, it’s more important than ever to be aware of the impact chopping the throttle can have on your helicopter. A throttle chop occurs when you suddenly and rapidly roll off the throttle. In some circumstances, throttle chops can result in the engine quitting, which can have devastating consequences. Let’s peek… Read more »
Enstrom Helicopter Partners with Heli-Lynx Helicopters to Expand Service Center Options
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation is partnering with a new service center to better serve its customers. Heli-Lynx Helicopters is now authorized to perform maintenance, repairs, and overhauls on both piston and turbine Enstrom models. Located in Southern Ontario, Heli-Lynx has offered premium support for private and commercial helicopter operators worldwide since 2002. “Enstrom owners will be… Read more »
Enstrom Helicopter Debuts Brand-New 480B Lineup, Including 480B Elite
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation is proud to announce new options for pilots who wish to add head-turning style and comfort to an already stellar product. The 480B Elite includes all the top-of-the-line features Enstrom Helicopter has to offer, including exclusive paint and interior styles. The 480B Signature will become the new baseline for what Enstrom will… Read more »
Enstrom Announces New Senior Leadership Position
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation is proud to officially welcome Charles “Chuck” Wade into his role as Senior Vice President of Product, Sales, and Customer Excellence. With an eye on growth and a passion for customer service, Wade will work to solidify Enstrom’s relationship with current clients and expand the company’s reach into new markets. Enstrom President… Read more »
Employee Spotlight: Heather Witt
My name is Heather Witt, and I’m the Purchasing Manager for Enstrom Helicopter. When a department needs a guarantee they’ll receive a requested part, I’m the one they call. I oversee the purchasing process, and if there’s ever a problem with a vendor, I do my research and seek to find a solution quickly as… Read more »
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation Celebrates a Successful 2024
As we begin a new calendar year, Enstrom looks back at the many successes of 2024. Enstrom began the year by celebrating the opening of its brand-new FAA-approved repair station in Menominee, which now provides helicopter maintenance, damage repairs upgrades, and component overhauls – all at the hands of Enstrom’s premier repair experts. A few… Read more »
Safety Check: Second-Level Safety Drivers
I used to ask my university students if they believed it was possible to make flying 100% safe. They had plenty of ideas, but the inevitable conclusion was always this: the only way to remove all risk was not to fly at all. Flight is all about risk management. So, if safety isn’t about eliminating… Read more »
Upcoming Events
SUN ‘n FUN Aerospace Expo 2025
04/01/2025 — Sun., 04/06/2025Location: Lakeland, Florida
SUN ‘n FUN, which has become known as “spring break for pilots,” draws hundreds of thousands of visitors every year to Lakeland, Florida, making it the sunshine state’s largest annual convention of any kind.
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Enstrom Maintenance Course, Piston
06/09/2025 — Fri., 06/13/2025Cost: $1,400 Per Person
Location: Menominee, Michigan, USA
Enstrom offers maintenance courses to educate pilots and ground crew. They are I.A. Renewal Accredited.
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Enstrom Maintenance Course, Turbine
06/16/2025 — Fri., 06/20/2025Cost: $1,400 Per Person
Location: Menominee, Michigan, USA
Enstrom offers maintenance courses to educate pilots and ground crew. They are I.A. Renewal Accredited.
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