NTSB final report: MD Helicopters 369E/MD 500E, Kekaha, Hawaii, Feb. 27, 2024 The US National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) determined the probable cause of the accident to be the maintenance personnel’s noncompliance… Continue reading →
Avincis awarded long-term contract to continue delivering air ambulance services in Sweden (HeliHub) – Under the new contract, Avincis will operate two primary Airbus H145 helicopters, with one available 24 hours a… Continue reading →
Colorado-area businesses: Help shape the next generation of A&P techs! Tomorrow’s vertical aviation workforce needs the help of today’s professionals to achieve their career goals. That’s why VAI is seeking companies… Continue reading →
Passenger jet reports striking drone on approach to KJFK; helicopter has close call hours later (Associated Press) – A passenger jet reported striking a drone while approaching John F. Kennedy International Airport (KJFK) the morning… Continue reading →
Joby, Toyota launch initial phase of air-mobility manufacturing alliance Announced Jun. 30, the joint venture will initially focus on establishing the groundwork for commercial production of air mobility aircraft… Continue reading →
FAA NPRM: Restrict operation of unmanned aircraft in close proximity to fixed site facilities The comment period has been extended for this notice of proposed rulemaking (NPRM) from Jul. 6, 2026, to Aug. 5,… Continue reading →
VAI leads coalition opposing cap on veterans’ GI Bill flight training benefits VAI led an aviation coalition that sent a letter Jun. 22 to US House of Representatives leaders opposing H.R.5634, the… Continue reading →
Coptersafety to build new training center in Oslo, Norway The new facility, set to open in 2028, will offer additional training opportunities for pilots worldwide as well as new… Continue reading →
Meet the 2026–27 VAI Board of Directors Executive Committee The Board of Directors for VAI proudly announces the newly elected leadership team, who will assume their roles Jul. 1,… Continue reading →
Belgium takes delivery of 1st Airbus H145M helicopter The aircraft is part of a wider procurement contract signed in 2024 via the NATO Support and Procurement Agency to… Continue reading →
