Rotortrade sells preowned Bell 429 to PT Whitesky Aviation The helicopter dealer has finalized the sale of a VIP-configured 2014 Bell 429 to the Indonesian operator. Continue reading →
FAA’s Rotorcraft Collective: Just say no (VIDEO) The most decisive word often missing from a pilot’s vocabulary is no. When no is the correct answer, it is… Continue reading →
VAI Board addresses leadership changes, CEO transition VAI’s board is navigating a period of transition following recent internal actions and leadership departures, according to an open letter… Continue reading →
USHST offers peer support to helicopter search-and-rescue crews The US Helicopter Safety Team (USHST) is offering mental health support through its Peer Pilot Program for helicopter pilots and… Continue reading →
Proposed FAA AD: Airbus AS350 B2/B3, AS355 N/NP, and EC130 B4 The FAA is accepting comments through Sep. 5, 2025, on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), which would require a one-time… Continue reading →
Navigating the skies of burnout Burnout in aviation is a silent but common challenge that can affect even the most passionate professionals. In its latest… Continue reading →
Safran acquires flight control, actuation business from Collins Safran has completed its acquisition of Collins Aerospace’s flight control and actuation business, including 4,000 employees in Europe, Asia, and… Continue reading →
July 2025 safety report now available from USHST The United States Helicopter Safety Team (USHST) has released its monthly safety report for July 2025. The report covers various… Continue reading →
Airbus A400M refuels H225M helicopters in the air (VIDEO) Airbus Helicopters is highlighting recent approvals from the French military involving the process of refueling the H225M in-flight with a… Continue reading →
VAI Member Spotlight: Clark Industries Aviation Implements, Oregon, USA The maker of the Aerial Grapple Saw enables utility, firefighting, and other operators to remove trees and branches from hard-to-reach… Continue reading →
