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This FAA airworthiness directive (AD) requires the detection and repair of any cracks or corrosion on the main-rotor mast.

The FAA and US law enforcement officials have designated all FIFA World Cup 2026 stadiums in the United States, as well as surrounding event spaces, as strict no-drone zones. Violators could face criminal prosecution, civil fines up to $75,000, and criminal fines up to $100,000.

The Indian Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA) has validated GPMS International’s FAA supplemental type certificate for installation of the Foresight MX health and usage monitoring system (HUMS) on the Bell 429.

(Space.com) – The US National Aeronautics and Space Administration completed a total of 137 tests on rotor designs for a next-generation fleet of Mars helicopters.

At the May 13 membership meeting of the Eastern Region Helicopter Council (ERHC) in Kearny, New Jersey, VAI Northeastern US Regional Representative Josh Rousseau updated ERHC members on low-altitude airspace integration issues, including helicopter routing, Parts 108 and 146, radio frequency, spectrum capacity, unmanned aircraft systems, and more.

(AIN) – According to data from iFlightPlanner, full-service Jet A fuel averaged US$8.05/gal. in April, up 5.3% from March. Excluding Alaska and Hawaii, full-service Jet A fuel averaged $7.97/gal., up 5%.

Author Kodey Bogart, a former US Army aviator who flew the Sikorsky Black Hawk, recaps a book signing event with Airbus Helicopters during VERTICON 2026 and announces the introduction of Helo Girls Lift Day during next year’s event. VERTICON 2027 takes place Mar. 15–18 (exhibits open Mar. 16–18) in Anaheim, California.

Avincis has received a five-bladed Airbus H145 D3 that will enter service with HELI – Air Rescue South Tyrol in a rapid-response role.

(FacilitiesNet) – Keith Tate, facilities management director at the Polk County Board of County Commissioners in Bartow, Florida, discusses communication with building occupants in the days and weeks leading up to a drone inspection project.

The University of Dubuque will begin offering a new associate of applied science in flight operations (rotary wing) degree in fall 2026 to help address a shortage of helicopter pilots across several sectors, including air medical, law enforcement, and aerial firefighting operations.