Wednesday, February 13, 2013

Helicopter Sales Up 21%, More Helicopter Jobs

Feb. 12, 2013 - GAMA recently reported a 21% increase in helicopter sales over last year.  This is good news for our industry.  A greater demand for helicopters means more jobs for helicopter pilots.

See overview of report and links below:

YEAR END SHIPMENTS OF HELICOPTERS MANUFACTURED WORLDWIDE
2011
2012
CHANGE
Piston
268
328
+22.4%
Single Engine Turbine
407
502
+23.3%
Multi Engine Turbine
184
214
+16.3%
Total Shipments859
1,044
+21.5%
Total Billings$2.8B$3.4B+21.0%
Source:  http://gama.aero/media-center/press-releases/content/gama-releases-2012-year-end-report-and-focuses-opportunities-and


About GAMA
From its start in 1970, the General Aviation Manufacturers Association (GAMA) has been devoted to one primary purpose: to foster and advance the general welfare, safety, interests and activities of general aviation. This includes promoting a better understanding of general aviation and the important role it plays in economic growth and in serving the transportation needs of communities, companies and individuals worldwide.

GAMA represents over 80 of the world’s leading manufacturers of fixed-wing general aviation airplanes, engines, avionics, and components. In addition to building nearly all of the general aviation airplanes flying worldwide today, GAMA member companies also operate fleets of airplanes, fixed-based operations, pilot / technician training centers, and maintenance facilities worldwide.



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