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  First Piloted Hydrogen-Electric Helicopter Circuit Flight

  May 8, 2026 · Canadian company Unither Bioélectronique completed the world’s first piloted hydrogen-electric helicopter circuit flight in Québec using a modified Robinson R44 equipped with a PEM fuel-cell battery propulsion system.
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  Bell 505 Reaches 700 Flight Hours with Blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel

  Nov 24, 2025 · Bell reports more than 700 flight hours on the Bell 505 using blended Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF), highlighting long-term SAF performance achieved in collaboration with Safran Helicopter Engines
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  magniX and Robinson to Develop Electric R66 Helicopter

  Jul 23, 2025 · magniX and Robinson to develop a battery electric R66 helicopter demonstrator. First flight scheduled for 2026
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  Bristow Group Releases 2024 Sustainability Report

  May 21, 2025 · Bristow Group’s 2024 Sustainability Report details commitments to safety, reduced emissions, and community support, alongside advancements in SAR and ethical practices
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  H175 Helicopters to Fly on Sustainable Fuel in Denmark

  Apr 23, 2025 · NHV Denmark’s Airbus H175s will begin using Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions whenever possible. These helicopters, operating from Esbjerg Airport, conduct dedicated crew change operations for Vestas’ offsho
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  World’s First Piloted Hydrogen-Electric Helicopter Flight

  Apr 9, 2025 · Unither Bioelectronics completes the world’s first piloted hydrogen-electric helicopter flight using a modified Robinson R44 in Canada