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 and 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
• AgustaWestland bullish about future despite Indian accusationsr
• Thales outlines avionics upgrades
• Bristow wins UK SAR contract as privatisation process finally concludes

Platform for Industry: Sikorsky
Mick Maurer, the recently appointed president of Sikorsky Aircraft Corporation, explains to RotorHub how his company is sustaining impressive sales figures despite the volatile economic climate, while looking to further boost its commercial business.

Type Focus: AgustaWestland AW609
Championed by some and dismissed by others, this first civil tiltrotor design has divided opinions since it was first conceived. With its price tag still to be confirmed, RotorHub considers what place it might have in future markets.

SAR: Leading the way?
SAR provision is no longer just about the helicopter, but the entire supply chain and surrounding infrastructure. RotorHub explores how operators are preparing for future requirements as the UK ends military involvement in its coverage.

Italian Coast Guard: Hot waters
With its extensive coastline, Italy has had to develop a significant maritime infrastructure to ensure public safety alongside fighting against illegal activity in home waters. RotorHub provides an overview of the Italian Coast Guard’s rotary-wing operations.

Offshore focus: Mexican waves
With the Mexican oil industry thriving, offshore helicopter operators are vying for the latest contracts. Meeting the requirements imposed, however, is no easy task.

Regional report: Activity centre
A combination of geography and economics makes Latin America one of the world’s more burgeoning civil helicopter markets. RotorHub reviews local operational trends and outlines the major OEMs’ efforts to establish an industrial foothold.

Simulators: Graphic detail
With every new technological development in the flight simulation market, the sense of immersion, and therefore effectiveness, also improves. RotorHub speaks to industry about recent advances.

Fire-fighting: Final call
Fire-fighting duties in the US have been supported over the years through assistance provided by the US Army National Guard. RotorHub visited one of the units tasked with such a role to find out more.

Rotorcraft Guide (part 34)
From Hughes 500/500C to Hughes 500E

Collective Pitch
Ray Matthews, group leader at Frazer-Nash Consultancy, discusses the possibility of better synchronicity between military and civil certification processes, and what this would lead to if achieved.

Dec/Jan 2012/13
(Aero India, Avalon, AHS-HAI Airworthiness, CBM and HUMS)

• HUMS
• MRO
• Satellite Communciations
• Leasing

Feb/Mar 2013
(Heli-Expo, LIMA)

• Communicattions
• Composites and Structures
• Australasia Focus
• Fire-fighting

Apr/May 2013
(LAAD, AHS Annual, EBACE)

• Latin American Market
• SAR Part One - Operations
• Interiors
• Simulators

Jun/Jul 2013
(Paris Air Show, ALEA Annual)

• Law Enforcement
• European Market Overview
• SAR Part Two - Equipment
• Ground Support

Aug/Sep 2013
(China Helicopter Expo, Helitech)

• Power and Propulsion
• EMS
• Asian Market
• Utilities

Oct/Nov 2013
(Dubai Airshow, Seoul Airshow)

• Oil and Gas
• MRO
• Training Services
• Sensor Suites

Dec/Jan 2013/14
(Singapore Airshow)

• Night Vision
• Crew Safety
• Navigation
• EO-IR

Rotorhub is part of the rotary division in Shephard's internationally renowned publishing portfolio and gained its first BPA Audit in 2011.

RH has circulation of over 7,400 and each printed copy has a 5 times pass on readership. (Adestra Readership Survey 2010).

Circulation has been further enhanced with the launch of our new free digital editions service.

- Qualified Circulation: 87.3% print, 12.7% digital

- Geographic breakdown: USA 52.2%, Europe 30.9%, Rest of World 16.9%

- Government/Procurement/CEOs/Directors/Senior Management - 67.8%

Shephard's publications are also distributed at all major shows throughout the year.

Advertising in RH will ensure your message really is seen by the right people in the industry. Do not miss this unique opportunity.

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Jane Smith, Commercial Manager on: +44 (0)1753 727004, email jane.s@shephardmedia.com