Proposed FAA AD: Leonardo A119 and AW119 MkII helicopters The FAA is seeking comments by Mar. 24, 2025, on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), which would require installing a… Continue reading →
Safran secures EASA certification of electric motor for AAM Safran Electrical & Power has obtained European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) approval for its ENGINeUS 100 motor, which is… Continue reading →
EASA AD: Airbus Helicopters Deutschland/MBB BK 117 helicopters This European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 62–Main Rotor–Swashplate Inner and Outer Ring Bolts–Inspection/Replacement, becomes effective… Continue reading →
VAI announces winners of 2025 POWER UP Photo Contest This year’s results highlight excellence in vertical aviation photography, including from Grand Prize winner Christian Postl. Continue reading →
Skyryse completes initial automated set-down (VIDEO) The California-based company has conducted the first automated landing using its SkyOS operating system in a modified Robinson helicopter. Continue reading →
The commercial ticket myth: A helicopter pilot runs into FAA regs The latest edition of the US Helicopter Safety Team newsletter includes a story about a Texas helicopter pilot who offered… Continue reading →
Coulson Aviation adds VP of design to aerial firefighting team Brent Misura has joined the Canadian company to support the design, certification, and manufacturing of aerial firefighting tank systems. Continue reading →
Proposed FAA AD: Leonardo A109E, A109S, and AW109SP helicopters The FAA is seeking comments by Mar. 24, 2025, on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), which would require an inspection… Continue reading →
Vertical Aerospace advances VX4 flight-testing program The manufacturer has completed the second stage of piloted thrustborne testing for its VX4 prototype from Cotswold Airport (EGBP) in… Continue reading →
Rotortrade adds to sales team for India, surrounding areas The company has appointed Vijay Sharma to oversee expanded operations in India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Nepal, and Sri Lanka. Continue reading →