Final FAA AD: Airbus Helicopters Deutschland/MBB BK 117 C-2 and D-2 This FAA airworthiness directive (AD), which takes effect Jun. 17, requires modifying and re-identifying an affected part-numbered standard MS18027 type… Continue reading →
Bristow CEO discusses global trends in industry (Helicopter Investor) – Three key drivers will be increased defense spending, the prioritization of energy security, and the electrification of… Continue reading →
TSB report: Sikorsky S-76C++, Pender Island, British Columbia, Oct. 24, 2023 The Transportation Safety Board (TSB) of Canada has determined that a helicopter-induced lightning strike led to a temporary malfunction of… Continue reading →
Airbility, Schübeler partner on ducted fans for eVTOL aircraft (Urban Air Mobility News) – The companies will collaborate to develop electric ducted fan propulsion systems for electric vertical takeoff… Continue reading →
ATSB report identifies key themes from aerial firefighting survey The Australian Transport Safety Bureau (ATSB) has published a summary from interviews with Australian aerial firefighting agencies and operators as… Continue reading →
Embry-Riddle, FDOT host Florida AAM Symposium Embry-Riddle Aeronautical University and the Florida Department of Transportation (FDOT) event, which drew more than 300 aviation industry professionals to… Continue reading →
Proposed EASA AD: Airbus Helicopters AS350 and EC130 The European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) is accepting feedback through May 27 on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), ATA… Continue reading →
ePropelled introduces power system for agricultural UAVs The new integrated propulsion and power system from the New Hampshire–based company supports agricultural operations that use unmanned aerial vehicles… Continue reading →
Focus on maintenance: Practicing the art of not overthinking (Vertical magazine) – The path to resolve isn’t always a north–south thought process. Sometimes, you need to detour and take… Continue reading →
Bangladesh Coast Guard plans helicopter fleet expansion (AirMed&Rescue) – The agency has announced plans to acquire new helicopters to support maritime surveillance operations. Continue reading →
