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Enstrom Helicopter Corporation
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Every Bulletin story and press release covering Enstrom Helicopter Corporation, newest first.

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2026
10 April

ReleaseThe wait is over – Enstrom cleared by FAA and EASA to deliver new rotorcraft

2025
27 November The 480B remains a key aircraft for law enforcement and flight training missions.

Enstrom receives FAA tick for crash resistant 480B fuel system

FAA and EASA validation of the crash resistant technology allows Enstrom to meet new safety regulations and reenter international markets.

11 March

ReleaseEnstrom Helicopter debuts brand-new 480B lineup, including 480B Elite

2024
6 March The 480B is already very stable, but the stability augmentation system is said to take it to a whole new level.

Enstrom selects Genesys helicopter autopilot for 480B

The airframer appreciates the safety advantages the 3-axis VFR autopilot provides, with features like auto-recovery and the ability to shoot fully coupled approaches. It's a game changer, Enstrom says.

27 February

ReleaseEnstrom adds air conditioning to 280FX and F28F helicopters

2023
13 July

ReleaseGAMA welcomes five new members

19 June

ReleaseEnstrom Helicopter Corporation returns to EAA AirVenture with exciting, new rotorcraft to display

7 March

ReleaseEnstrom Helicopter glass panel

30 January

ReleaseEnstrom Helicopter first flight

2022
18 May

Enstrom pilot steps in to save the company

The Enstrom Helicopter Corporation joins the Surack Enterprises portfolio of aviation businesses including charter operator Sweet Helicopters, the official helicopter service provider of the Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

19 January

ReleaseEnstrom Helicopter filing bankruptcy

2018
5 June

ReleaseNew leadership for Enstrom Helicopter Corp

2016
31 October

ReleaseContinuing development of the Enstrom TH180

8 March

ReleaseRolls-Royce, Enstrom Helicopter sign new five-year agreement for M250 engines

2014
28 July

ReleaseEnstrom joins elite ranks in technology: introducing the 480B-G

27 February

ReleaseEnstrom introduces new trainer model, TH180

2013
23 April

ReleaseEnstrom Helicopter Corporation expansion project

5 March

ReleaseEnstrom selects Garmin G1000H integrated flight deck for 480B helicopter

7 January

ReleaseEnstrom Helicopter acquires new owner

2012
30 March

ReleaseEnstrom 480B agricultural spray system certified in China

2011
25 April

ReleasePowerline Detection System certified on Enstrom 480B helicopter

2010
15 October

ReleasePowerline Detection System installed on Enstrom 480 helicopter

24 August

ReleaseEnstrom Helicopter Corp. flies the first 480B destined for the JGSDF Training Program

2009
16 October

ReleaseSafe Flight to provide Powerline Detection System on Enstrom helicopters for Thailand Army