The FAA has withdrawn its notice of permanent closure for the Indianapolis Downtown Heliport (8A4). This is a major win for vertical aviation, and it comes thanks in no small part due to the passionate helicopter pilots like you who petitioned the FAA to prevent permanent closure. Earlier this year, Enstrom company owner Chuck Surack… Read more »
At Enstrom Helicopter Corporation, we’re committed to building meaningful connections, from our neighbors here in Menominee to aviation professionals and operators around the world. Recent months have brought Enstrom together with communities, students and aviation enthusiasts through a variety of events and activities. Closer to home, Enstrom participated in National Night Out and the Stephenson… Read more »
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation joined its South African dealer, Safomar Aviation, at Africa Aerospace and Defence (AAD) 2026 in September, showcasing a recently delivered Enstrom 480B turbine helicopter and highlighting the partnerships supporting Enstrom’s international presence. Held at Air Force Base Waterkloof in Tshwane, South Africa, the exhibition brought together aviation professionals, industry representatives, and operators… Read more »
Sometimes FAA rule changes make major headlines, like the recent rescinding of single-pilot exemptions for legacy Cessna Citation business jets. But other times, like in the case of an FAA general notice (GENOT) that took effect in March, a major rule change might fly under the radar. That doesn’t mean these notices aren’t worthy of… Read more »
Enstrom Helicopter Corporation will attend Global Defence Aviation 2026, Oct. 20-22 in Warsaw, Poland, joining military aviation professionals and industry representatives from around the world. The event will focus on developments in rotary-wing aviation and emerging technologies, providing an opportunity for Enstrom representatives to engage with industry leaders and gain insight into evolving operational and… Read more »
For an event that welcomed 734,000 attendees, 10,000 aircraft, 6,000 volunteers, and more than a thousand exhibitors, Enstrom Helicopter still managed to stand out with its terrific rotorcraft display at EAA AirVenture Oshkosh 2026. Enstrom showcased a 280FX and 480B at its booth, where company representatives welcomed a steady flow of aviation enthusiasts, current Enstrom… Read more »
My first real aviation job was with the Miles Lab (now Bayer) corporate flight department. I probably had fewer than 500 hours of total flying time, and it was my big break – a chance to fly an aircraft that didn’t require walking on the wing to enter the cockpit. The chief pilot assigned me… Read more »
Most recently, Enstrom has expanded its U.S. sales network with four additional partners ready to assist customers interested in new Enstrom aircraft: Casey Aviation — Lufkin, Texas Helicopter Service Inc. — Houston, Texas Sweet Aviation — Northern Indiana Smoketown Helicopter — Eastern Pennsylvania Together, these additions strengthen Enstrom’s presence across key U.S. regions and provide… Read more »
The FAA has approved the installation of the THERMACOOL electric air conditioning system on Enstrom 280FX helicopters through the Supplemental Type Certificate (STC) held by Kelly Aerospace Thermal Systems. Innovation extends beyond aircraft performance—it also enhances the pilot experience. Enstrom Helicopter Corporation (Enstrom) is further enhancing the versatility of its 280FX with FAA approval of… Read more »