VAI Southeast Asia Aviation Safety Conference planned (POWER UP) – This landmark event, scheduled for May 27–29, 2026, in Bali, Indonesia, represents a proactive step in delivering… Continue reading →
Fly Safe: Are you mentally fit to fly? (POWER UP) – In the vertical aviation industry, we pay substantial—and fully warranted—attention to a pilot’s physical ability to fly.… Continue reading →
Gian Franco Blower flies west Global helicopter pioneer and former HAI chair played pivotal role in international growth of vertical aviation. Continue reading →
Proposed EASA AD: Airbus Helicopters EC155 The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is accepting comments through Aug. 21 on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), ATA… Continue reading →
EASA AD: Airbus Helicopters AS350, AS355, EC120, and EC130 This European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 11–Placards and Markings–Unlock Sliding Door–Installation, takes effect Aug. 7,… Continue reading →
LifeFlight Australia expands service area with multiagency rescues The air medical provider is working with commercial and government operators to extend its emergency rescue network beyond Queensland, including… Continue reading →
Sikorsky, Heli-One, Milestone to establish S-92 center in Brazil The OEM and the CHC Helicopter subsidiary are teaming up with Milestone Aviation Group to open an S-92 support center… Continue reading →
New apps help A&P students prepare for tests King Schools has released a suite of test prep apps to assist aviation maintenance technicians with studying for FAA general,… Continue reading →
King Schools opens 2026 CFI scholarships program The training provider is now accepting applications from aspiring flight instructors for its 2026 scholarship program in partnership with Women… Continue reading →
VAI Members-Only Benefit: Health insurance from LIG Solutions Membership in the association includes access to affordable, comprehensive health insurance for individuals, families, business owners, and their employees through… Continue reading →
