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The FAA is accepting comments through Sep. 5, 2025, on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), which would require a one-time inspection of the cargo swing emergency-release control and corrective actions, if necessary.

Burnout in aviation is a silent but common challenge that can affect even the most passionate professionals. In its latest newsletter, the US Helicopter Safety Team shares a Vertical magazine article that explores the phases of an aviation career, the signs of burnout, and actionable strategies to regain resilience, balance, and wisdom.

Safran has completed its acquisition of Collins Aerospace’s flight control and actuation business, including 4,000 employees in Europe, Asia, and the United States.

The United States Helicopter Safety Team (USHST) has released its monthly safety report for July 2025. The report covers various metrics, including average accident rates and average fatal-accident rates for the past five years.

Airbus Helicopters is highlighting recent approvals from the French military involving the process of refueling the H225M in-flight with a fixed-wing A400M.

The maker of the Aerial Grapple Saw enables utility, firefighting, and other operators to remove trees and branches from hard-to-reach areas. Read this story to learn how YOUR VAI member company can be in the Spotlight!

(POWER UP magazine) – Aviation challenges us to prove ourselves each day. VAI Director of Flight Operations and Maintenance Zac Noble explains.

The FAA has issued a supplemental type certificate for installation of QAI Aviation’s 5G filter on the Airbus EC135.

This FAA airworthiness directive, which takes effect Aug. 26, requires replacing any affected engine fire detectors that are giving false warnings. It also prohibits installation of affected fire detectors or any engine that contains them.

The US National Agricultural Aviation Association is urging ag pilots to stay focused while in the air and leave distractions, including personal and work issues, on the ground.