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SkyDrive and West Nippon Expressway Co. (NEXCO West) will explore the feasibility of advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft services at expressway parking and service areas.

(Robb Report) – Volocopter says its new VoloXPro electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) aircraft costs the same as a luxury car and could be as easy to operate.

(WHO 13) – The YL-37 landed Apr. 25 south of State Center following a trip from Oklahoma. It will now serve as an educational helicopter for students and a tribute to veterans of the Vietnam War.

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is accepting feedback through May 21 on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 04 – Time Limits/Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment. It would supersede AD 2025-0137, which EASA released Jun. 27, 2025.

(That Oregon Life) – A US Coast Guard helicopter crew hoisted an injured hiker Apr. 25 from a park south of Depoe Bay.

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is accepting feedback through May 21 on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 04 – Time Limits/Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment. It would supersede EASA AD 2024-0133R1, issued Jun. 27, 2025.

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is accepting feedback through May 21 on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 04 – Time Limits/Maintenance Checks – Airworthiness Limitations Section – Amendment. It would supersede AD 2024-0134, which EASA released Jul. 10, 2024.

(hoodline) – Unauthorized drones in California wildfires can ground firefighting aircraft and delay critical emergency response.

(Essex magazine) – In recognition of World Pilot Day on Apr. 26, the chief pilot of Essex & Herts Air Ambulance is amplifying a United Kingdom Civil Aviation Authority safety campaign message that asks drone operators to fly safely and sensibly while avoiding emergency helicopter operations.

The air medical operator is recognizing 33 paramedics and emergency medical technicians as finalists for its 2026 awards program.