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VAI Daily

Oct. 24, 2024

AEM introduces G13116R reduced-depth audio control panel

The new panel from Canadian avionics maker Anodyne Electronics Manufacturing (AEM) can control up to eight audio-system transceivers and works with the P139-HD digital audio system.

VAI Daily

Oct. 24, 2024

Proposed FAA AD: Airbus SA.330J helicopters

The FAA is seeking comments by Dec. 8, 2024, on this proposed airworthiness directive (PAD), which would require revising existing maintenance records to incorporate new or more restrictive airworthiness limitations.

VAI Daily

Oct. 24, 2024

Final FAA AD: Robinson R22 Beta/Mariner, R44, and R44 II helicopters

This FAA airworthiness directive (AD), which requires replacing certain governor controllers and prohibits installing those governor controllers on any helicopter, becomes effective Nov. 29, 2024.

VAI Daily

Oct. 24, 2024

VAI supports California’s efforts to expand GA airport grants

Vertical Aviation International (VAI) has submitted comments on proposed updates to Title 21 regulations by the California Department of Transportation (Caltrans). These updates focus on new categories of general aviation (GA) airport projects eligible for grant funding under the Caltrans Acquisition and Development Program.

VAI Daily

Oct. 24, 2024

Airble partners with Helijet on private charter connections

Richmond, British Columbia, Canada–based Airble is teaming up with Helijet International to offer more nonstop travel options for private charter passengers.

VAI Daily

Oct. 24, 2024

Emergency EASA AD: Airbus Helicopters H160-B

This emergency European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 62–Main Rotor–Rotating Scissors Spherical Bearings–Inspection, takes effect Oct. 24, 2024.

VAI Daily

Oct. 24, 2024

Proposed EASA AD: Airbus Helicopters H160-B

The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is accepting comments through Nov. 20 on this proposed airworthiness directive (PAD), ATA 05–Time Limits/Maintenance Checks–Airworthiness Limitations Section–Amendment.

VAI Daily

Oct. 24, 2024

Joby welcomes new FAA regulations for powered-lift aircraft

Joby Aviation is praising the FAA for publishing a new special federal aviation regulation that establishes requirements for the safe and efficient integration of powered-lift aircraft into the US National Airspace System.

VAI Daily

Oct. 23, 2024

National Aviation Hall of Fame to induct Frank Robinson

Robinson Helicopter Co. founder Frank Robinson, who died in 2022, will be inducted into the National Aviation Hall of Fame at next year’s enshrinement ceremonies, scheduled for Sep. 18–19, 2025, in Wichita, Kansas.

VAI Daily

Oct. 23, 2024

VAI praises FAA action to move ahead on AAM

The FAA has issued a final rule regarding the qualifications, training, and operational requirements for pilots and instructors flying powered-lift aircraft that introduces a new category of aircraft. The rule is a key step toward advanced air mobility (AAM) operations, which include air taxis and cargo delivery, becoming a reality in the US National Airspace System. Once the VAI staff has reviewed the 800-plus-page rule, a VAI Debrief summarizing its provisions will be provided to association members.