Airbus highlights role of H145 with DRF Luftrettung The OEM has published a feature about the German helicopter air ambulance operator, which recently took delivery of its 40th… Continue reading →
EASA AD: Safran Helicopter Engines Arriel 2 This European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 05–Time Limits/Maintenance Checks–Airworthiness Limitations Section–Amendment, becomes effective Apr. 24,… Continue reading →
HealthNet, Air Methods plan H135 upgrade in West Virginia A new Airbus H135 will replace an existing EC130 in December 2025 at the HealthNet Aeromedical Services/Air Methods base in… Continue reading →
Bell announces 1st purchase agreement for Subaru Bell 412EPX for commercial operations in Europe Austrian air carrier Kitz-Air GmbH signed the agreement for the aircraft, which will be used for aerial work, transport flights,… Continue reading →
Final FAA AD: Airbus H160-B helicopters The FAA is seeking comments on this airworthiness directive (AD) by May 27, 2025. It will supersede AD 2024-26-01, issued… Continue reading →
Fly Safe: An opportunity to enhance safety (POWER UP magazine) – Safety rating system concept offers method for evaluating rotorcraft safety technologies. Continue reading →
The importance of VAI advocacy (POWER UP magazine) – Why advocacy is indispensable for VAI members to navigate regulatory landscapes, drive industry innovation, and secure… Continue reading →
Final EASA AD: Airbus EC175B helicopters This European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 26–Fire Protection–Starter Generator Air Ducts–Modification, takes effect Apr. 22,… Continue reading →
PHI Air Medical celebrates 20-year anniversary of Texas base The company’s base in Victoria marked two decades of helicopter operations with an Apr. 8 ribbon-cutting ceremony. Continue reading →
Rain to add Trakka camera to Brothers Air Support UH-60 Wildfire suppression specialist Rain will integrate the TrakkaCam TC-300-R multispectral camera from Trakka Systems into a Brothers Air Support Sikorsky… Continue reading →
