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New structure strengthens accountability, execution, and governance. Alexandria, VA (Feb. 12, 2026) – Vertical Aviation International (VAI) announces leadership appointments and an organizational alignment to strengthen accountability, support disciplined execution of goals, and reinforce governance as VAI grows in scale, complexity, and influence. “VAI is moving into a phase where clarity in leadership and ownership […]

The association has promoted Cade Clark to executive VP, Sarah Arnold to chief of staff, Theresa Marr to senior director of government affairs, and Emily Monahan to assistant director, exhibits and experience.

(WWLP) – Pilots working for the utility operator are using a low-flying helicopter equipped with rotating blades to trim vegetation along high-voltage transmission lines this week in Berkshire County.

The US Senate Committee on Commerce, Science, and Transportation is hosting a hearing today, Feb. 12, about the US National Transportation Safety Board (NSTB) investigation into the Jan. 29, 2025, midair collision involving a military helicopter and a passenger jet near Ronald Reagan Washington National Airport (KDCA).

VAI members receive discounts to attend and exhibit at VERTICON® (formerly HAI HELI-EXPO) and other VAI events. VERTICON 2026 takes place Mar. 9–12 (exhibits open Mar. 10–12) in Atlanta, Georgia.

(CNN) – Police in Western Australia have released a recording of the emergency call made by a 13-year-old teenager who swam for hours in rough seas to get help for his family. “We need a helicopter to go find them,” Austin Appelbee says in the recording.