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The FAA is seeking comments by Apr. 13 on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), which would require removing the jettisonable window and, depending on the results, replacing the locking fingers; inspecting and replacing any missing retaining rings; and inspecting the left-hand and right-hand side emergency handle latch covers and replacing the covers or reinstalling airworthy covers. It would also require performing repetitive lubrication of the locking fingers installed on the window’s jettisonable system and repetitive operational tests of the window’s jettisonable system after each lubrication.

Dallas Avionics will hold a hands-on operators’ class on Technisonic, Anodyne, and Jupiter radios at APSCON/APSCON Unmanned on Jul. 15, 2026, in Fort Lauderdale, Florida. The course will cover skills, troubleshooting, and efficiency tips.

Leonardo will equip various models of its helicopters, starting with the AW139, with Onboard Systems’ Pegasus rescue hoist. The hoist is designed to enhance mission capability, reliability, and maintenance.

The Teledyne Technologies company on Feb. 24 launched the Lepton XDS, a compact dual-thermal-and-visible camera module that brings its patented Multi-Spectral Dynamic Imaging technology to space- and power-constrained OEM applications.

We support the safety measures but seek clarity from the FAA to prevent unintended restrictions around Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (KDCA).

The United States Helicopter Safety Team (USHST) winter 2026 newsletter includes articles about the new It’s OK to Stay safety initiative, interpreting weather data, USHST Steering Committee member Lee Roskop, and more.

LYNEports and AeroVecto Aviation Services have agreed to partner on advanced air mobility vertiports in the region, starting in Oman.