How LiDAR could redefine helicopter wire-strike safety (Vertical magazine) – Robinson and Lake Fusion Technologies are developing light detection and ranging (LiDAR) systems to help pilots of… Continue reading →
Enstrom details plan for VERTICON 2026 displays The OEM will bring a new 480B Elite, a US Army 480B, and a new 280FX to the event, which… Continue reading →
EASA AD: Airbus Helicopters SA 365 This European Union Aviation Safety Agency (EASA) airworthiness directive (AD), ATA 65 – Tail Rotor Drive – Tail Gear Box… Continue reading →
Proposed FAA AD: Airbus Helicopters Deutschland, EC135 series, EC635 T2+, and MBB BK 117 C-2/D-2 The FAA is accepting comments through Mar. 30 on this proposed airworthiness directive (AD), which would require repetitive inspections of… Continue reading →
Chinese space company develops eVTOL aircraft (VIDEO) (CCTV) – The China Aerospace Science and Technology Corp., a government-owned company that serves as a main contractor for the… Continue reading →
7A Drones to use SkyDrive electric aircraft for emergencies SkyDrive has received an order from 7A Drones for 10 SD-05 electric vertical takeoff and landing aircraft for a planned… Continue reading →
VAI welcomes new members that joined in January 2026 Learn more about the 23 operators, manufacturers, and suppliers that became members of VAI last month. Continue reading →
VAI announces leadership and staff alignment updates The association has promoted Cade Clark to executive VP, Sarah Arnold to chief of staff, Theresa Marr to senior director… Continue reading →
Eversource trims trees near power lines in Massachusetts (WWLP) – Pilots working for the utility operator are using a low-flying helicopter equipped with rotating blades to trim vegetation… Continue reading →
VAI Members-Only Benefit: VERTICON, other VAI event discounts VAI members receive discounts to attend and exhibit at VERTICON® (formerly HAI HELI-EXPO) and other VAI events. VERTICON 2026 takes… Continue reading →
