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VAI Weekly
June 24, 2026
Cadorath expands Airbus repair capabilities to include H135, H145 platformsCadorath Aerospace continues to expand its repair capabilities in Canada through its ongoing collaboration with Airbus Helicopters, now supporting specialized single-part repair work across additi ...
VAI Weekly
June 24, 2026
VAI announces staffing changes to support 5-year strategic planThe updated structure aligns staff roles with the association’s priorities in safety, advocacy, data, workforce development, events, and member value.
VAI Weekly
June 24, 2026
Who’s the best helicopter pilot you ever saw?In the latest edition of the US Helicopter Safety Team newsletter, VAI Senior Director of Safety Chris Hill explains that while being the “best pilot” is a myth, doing the right thing, even when n ...
VAI Weekly
June 24, 2026
Airbus, Armenia sign contract for 6 H145 helicopters The acquisition represents Armenia’s first contract with Airbus Helicopters.
VAI Weekly
June 24, 2026
Wisk Air Helicopters expands, adds Bell 407GXiWisk Air Helicopters, based in Thunder Bay, Ontario, Canada, has added a new Bell 407GXi helicopter to its growing fleet, marking another milestone in the company’s long-term investment in aviatio ...
VAI Weekly
June 24, 2026
Retired NYPD pilot takes 1st helicopter ride with son in Father’s Day tribute(New York Post) - A retired New York Police Department (NYPD) helicopter pilot who rescued people trapped on the roof of the World Trade Center after the 1993 bombing flew with his pilot officer ...
VAI Weekly
June 24, 2026
Robinson R88 named ‘Best of the Best: Aviation 2026’ by Robb ReportGlobal market demand remains strong for the aircraft, says the OEM, with the company having secured more than 150 formal purchase deposits. The R88 program is progressing through its multiyear fli ...
VAI Weekly
June 24, 2026
Proposed FAA AD: Bell Textron Canada, certain Model 505 helicoptersThis proposed FAA airworthiness directive (AD) was prompted by reports that the identification plate affixed to certain tail cone assemblies contains an incorrect part number that may not accurate ...
VAI Weekly
June 24, 2026
Proposed FAA AD: Airbus Helicopters, certain Model AS355 helicoptersThe FAA has proposed a new airworthiness directive (AD) for several Airbus Helicopter AS355 model aircraft. The proposed AD was prompted by the determination that the tail-rotor drive fan wheels a ...
VAI Weekly
June 24, 2026
Robert Sumwalt named 2026 recipient of Wright Brothers Memorial Trophy(National Aeronautic Association) - The former chairman of the US National Transportation Safety Board is being honored for more than 40 years of exemplary service as an airline pilot, safety res ...
