Metro Blog 

FIRST AS350 SIMULATOR READY FOR TRAINING December 17, 2013 The Helicopter Flight Training Center has completed the certification of its first simulator, the AS350 FlightSafety flight training device with NVG-capability. The FAA recently wrapped up their visit to the...

METRO ANNOUNCES NEW PARTNERSHIP WITH AVSTAR MEDIA December 11, 2013 Development is underway for Metro Aviation’s new custom training program for maintenance technicians. A computer-based training program is currently being developed by Avstar Media and will be...

METRO AVIATION ANNOUNCES NEW SIMULATOR TECHNICIAN October 23, 2013 Metro Aviation and FlightSafety International (FSI) recently announced the arrival of FSI simulators at the Helicopter Flight Training Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. Metro is pleased to welcome John...

SIMULATORS ARRIVE AT METRO AVIATION October 22, 2o13 Metro Aviation announces that FlightSafety International will provide flight simulators for its Helicopter Flight Training Center in Shreveport, Louisiana. “As an operator of more than 100 aircraft, Metro requires...

METRO WELCOMES VIDANT MEDICAL TRANSPORT  October 21, 2013 Metro Aviation will begin operating for a new customer this November. Vidant Medical Transport provides critical care air and ground service around the clock in Greenville, North Carolina. Vidant Medical...

METRO TO HOST PRATT & WHITNEY MAINTENANCE COURSE IN OCTOBER October 4, 2013 Metro Aviation will host a Pratt & Whitney Canada PW 206/207 Line and Base Maintenance factory maintenance training program at the new state-of-the-art helicopter training center in...

METRO EXPANDS NEW TRAINING CENTER FOR INCREASED OPPORTUNITY October 1, 2013 Metro Aviation finished its 12,000 sq. ft. training center in February and has already begun expanding the center to allow for more expansive training capabilities. With the goal of providing...

METRO AVIATION DELIVERS FIFTH EC135 TO CALSTAR September 18, 2013 Metro Aviation recently delivered the fifth Eurocopter EC135 to California Shock Trauma Air Rescue (CALSTAR). Metro will provide eight EC135’s as part of a comprehensive fleet upgrade and...

METRO DELIVERS AIRCRAFT TO AUSTIN POLICE DEPARTMENT September 13, 2013 The Austin Police Department Air Support Unit recently added a third helicopter to its fleet. Metro Aviation completed the new Eurocopter AS350 B3e at its comprehensive completion facility in...

METRO TO OPERATE FIRST BELL PRODUCT IN 25 YEARS August 5, 2013 After 25 years, Metro Aviation will again be operating a Bell Helicopter product. The milestone is the result of the recent agreement with Tampa General Hospital’s (TGH) Aeromed program. Tampa General’s...

METRO AVIATION: A GREAT PARTNER FOR LAW ENFORCEMENT July 19, 2013 When they’re not on a mission, law enforcement teams are constantly training. They sharpen their skills with classroom instruction and real-life scenarios to keep their towns and cities safe. Much like...

METRO AVIATION EMPLOYEES DEDICATED TO THE INDUSTRY July 9, 2013 Metro Aviation is honored to work with employees who show not only a commitment to the company, but also dedication to the advancement of the helicopter industry. Recently several of Helicopter...

METRO TO HOST PRATT & WHITNEY FACTORY MAINTENANCE TRAINING July 2, 2013 Metro Aviation is increasing the curriculum offered by the new Metro Aviation Training Center with the addition of Pratt & Whitney courses presented by FlightSafety International. Pratt...

METRO HOSTS FIRST TURBOMECA COURSE June 5, 2013 Metro Aviation is hosting its first Turbomeca class at its new training facility in Shreveport, Louisiana this week. “Boost Your Line Level Maintenance” is a Turbomeca level 1 course that covers identifying and locating...

METRO AVIATION DELIVERS EC145 TO MEMORIAL HOSPITAL June 3, 2013 Beacon Health System’s Memorial Hospital of South Bend, Indiana recently received their new Eurocopter EC145. The aircraft was chosen for the larger cabin, payload and range as compared to their current...