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The article provides a comprehensive overview of the Heli-Expo 2024 convention, which focused on the advancements and future of the helicopter industry. The convention, attended by individuals from 87 countries, showcased 625 exhibitors and 63 rotorcraft. The Helicopter Association International (HAI) rebranded itself as Vertical Aviation International (VAI) and announced that future conventions will be called "Verticon." The article also highlights significant news announcements, such as Equinor's purchase agreement for 10 Bell 525 Relentless aircraft and Saudi Arabia's The Helicopter Company signing framework agreements with Airbus and Leonardo for 38 firm orders and options for 210 helicopters. It further discusses updates and developments from various helicopter manufacturers, including Enstrom Helicopters, Leonardo Helicopters, MD Helicopters, Sikorsky, McDermott Aviation, and Columbia Helicopters. [Extracted from the article] |