FAA issues special conditions for Sikorsky S-61 hoist OLPD The FAA special conditions outline additional safety standards for Sikorsky S-61A, L, and N helicopters with a Carson Helicopters hoist… Continue reading →
Joby to purchase Blade’s passenger business Joby Aviation has agreed to acquire Blade Air Mobility’s passenger-carrying business for up to $125 million. The transaction does not… Continue reading →
Bell hosts flight camp for future aviation leaders In July, Bell welcomed 30 middle school students to its Amarillo Aircraft Assembly Center in Texas to learn about flight… Continue reading →
Joby Aviation, L3Harris partner on military VTOL aircraft The companies are exploring the development of an autonomous hybrid vertical takeoff and landing (VTOL) aircraft for defense applications. Continue reading →
Air Methods praises bill to protect air ambulance access The air medical operator is applauding members of the US Congress for introducing a bill to modernize Medicare reimbursement rates… Continue reading →
VAI Member Benefit of the Month: VAI Member Online Community (POWER UP magazine) – One of VAI’s newest member benefits, the VAI Member Online Community, offers members an exclusive way… Continue reading →
5 Dos and Don’ts: How to ace your FAA medical exam (POWER UP magazine) – Your FAA medical exam isn’t just another doctor’s visit—it’s your ticket to the cockpit. Here are… Continue reading →
Bell features emerging professionals for National Intern Day The OEM highlighted 3 of its more than 200 summer interns in recognition of 2025 National Intern Day on Jul.… Continue reading →
VAI Members-Only Benefit: Discounts for VERTICON, other events VAI members receive discounts to exhibit at and attend VERTICON (formerly HAI HELI-EXPO) and other VAI events. VERTICON 2026 takes… Continue reading →
EAGLE releases update on unleaded fuel initiative The joint industry/government Eliminate Aviation Gasoline Lead Emissions (EAGLE) initiative has published an update about its efforts to find a… Continue reading →
