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The global rotorcraft world is changing dramatically, and so to keep abreast of these rapidly changing events we at Shephard are pleased to publish what is THE business information source for the civil, public service and corporate rotorcraft market.

The Shephard Team, with their extensive experience gained through the company’s publishing portfolio and the global news-wire - www.rotorhub.com, in addition to their incisive international conference & exhibition expertise, have tracked market trends, and after extensive research have formulated all of their knowledge into a strong information channel.

The magazine delivers the viewpoint you need to help take your business forward and plan for the future. It keeps readers up to date on trends and deals with all the key economic, regulatory, technological, financial and political issues that are driving the fastest period of growth the rotorcraft world has seen for decades. No other magazine currently provides such important content for rotorcraft operators, contractors or industry suppliers and we intend to create a forum for you, the decision makers of the industry, to have your say.

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News
• China to purchase eight new SAR helicopters
• New EC130 variant generates wide interest
• Argentina to push ahead with Z-11 licence production
• Market recovery reflected in helicopter sales

Platform for Industry: Global positioning
Bruno Spagnolini has served AgustaWestland for 32 years and seen many changes, but now he’s in charge and ready to make his mark on the Anglo-Italian airframer as its focus shifts from military to civil business.

New product focus: Class conscious
Bell Helicopter unveiled the Model 525 Relentless ‘super medium’ transport amid much fanfare at February’s Heli-Expo in Dallas. RotorHub visited the company’s XworX and Amarillo facilities to find out more.

SAR: Private sky
Various national SAR services have seen significant changes in recent years, as their provision is moved from the state to industry.

Type focus: Bell 206 JetRanger
More than 45 years after the first JetRanger achieved its maiden flight, thousands remain in operation and seem likely to be for decades to come. RotorHub examines the secrets behind its success.

Simulation: The next level
Civil helicopter simulators are benefitting from military mission-centric approaches and the latest COTS technology.

Fire-fighting: Easing the strain
Helicopter fire-fighting is a demanding occupation, both physically and mentally, leading manufacturers to develop improved technologies in an attempt to make the task easier and safer.

VIP helicopters: Luxury goods
RotorHub examines the options available to rotary-wing owners and operators looking for that little extra.

Mi-34 update: Second life
Russian Helicopters is attempting to breathe new life into the Mi-34 programme through the introduction of the much-improved C1 derivative.

Eurocopter logistics: Spares change
A huge array of products have been designed and developed to care for helicopters at home or away. RotorHub canvasses what is currently on the market.

Rotorcraft guide (part 28)
From Eurocopter EC155 B to Eurocopter EC155 B1

Collective Pitch
Honeywell’s Mike Madsen argues that industry is ahead of the regulators when it comes to early warning technology designed to prevent helicopter accidents.