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Enstrom’s Adam Richardson Promoted to President & CEO

Menominee, Michigan | March 28, 2025

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

Menominee, Michigan | March 24, 2025

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

Menominee, Michigan | March 24, 2025

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

Menominee, Michigan | March 11, 2025

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

Menominee, Michigan | March 11, 2025

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

Menominee, Michigan | March 10, 2025

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

Menominee, Michigan | January 26, 2025

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

Menominee, Michigan | January 26, 2025

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

Menominee, Michigan | January 26, 2025

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 »