Refreshingly Different: Flying High With RapidSky
At RapidSky, we're revitalizing the aviation industry by combining innovation, technology, and passion to create seamless, efficient, and rewarding experiences for our clients. Guided by the passionate principle of finding smarter ways to aviate, communicate, and...
RapidSky Update: 2024 done, with 2025 to come!
The idea of RapidSky was born in late 2023, at a helicopter show in Madrid, Spain. With an interest to purchase new helicopters for the Flying4Care initiative, my computer industry business card was not fit for purpose there. I was not being taken seriously. So, in...
RapidSky VF2 – Proven Pedigree; Built for Purpose
This picture of a helicopter in a field in Northern Italy, is the culmination of a story that starts many years ago. If all the components could communicate, they will tell a tale spanning decades, with failures and success in equal parts. This post consolidates how...
The Giovanardi Family: A Legacy of Helicopter Excellence
Nestled in the heart of Piedmont, Italy, the Giovanardi family has turned a shared passion for flying into a thriving enterprise that embodies innovation, craftsmanship, and a deep respect for natural aerodynamics. Their company, Vertical Fly, is not just a hub for...
Helicopter Evolution: From RotorWay To RapidSky
Founded in 1961 by B.J. Schramm in Chandler, Arizona, RotorWay pioneered the concept of kit helicopters, allowing aviation enthusiasts to build their own personal aircraft. Over decades, RotorWay’s models have transformed from groundbreaking prototypes to...
RapidSky Unveils Affordable, Composite Helicopters
RapidSky has introduced its newest range of composite helicopters, delivering on affordability, efficiency, and high performance. The new H-series includes six models tailored to suit a wide range of needs, from initial training, VIP passenger transport to utility...
Flying with Dinosaurs: We are Overdue for Modern Engines
The world of general aviation has long been powered by fossil fuel burning engines—old designs that date back many decades and have seen little change since their inception. For years, these engines have been the backbone of private and commercial aircraft, powering...
Navigating The Complexities Of Helicopter Acquisition
The helicopter market today is more dynamic and diverse than ever before, offering a plethora of options that cater to varying needs, tastes, and budgets. Whether you’re looking at brand new, second-hand, certified, experimental, or even futuristic models, the choices...
The Siege on Business Aviation: Echoes of Revolution and Travels
In recent times, the landscape of business aviation has encountered a tumultuous wave of scrutiny and criticism. The luxury and exclusivity of private jets, once symbols of success and efficiency, have come under fire from the public and politicians alike. Calls for...
The Impact of AI and the Enduring Value of Trade Shows
Even in an era defined by breathtaking innovation, the aviation industry remains a marvel, reshaped by human innovation and the continued quest for progress. True to form, the sector has seen artificial intelligence (AI) rise as a game-changing force, upending...
RapidSky: The Smartest Way from A to Z
In the ever-evolving world of aviation, RapidSky Aviation Solutions stands out as a beacon of innovation, efficiency, and customer-centric service. Founded by seasoned aviation enthusiast and technology expert Herby Olschewski, RapidSky is not just another aviation...
AERO Friedrichshafen 2023 – Germany
General aviation is dead. Long live general aviation. Despite a world gone awry, pandemics and climate change, it seems that the fantasy of flight is still very much alive. I attended my first aviation event, in many years, and it was good. There was a definite...
