Avincis begins search for new European rescue training center Avincis Group has started the process of evaluating potential sites in Europe for its new emergency response training center. Continue reading →
Dufour, Air Zermatt to explore drone use for emergency response Dufour Aerospace and Swiss helicopter rescue service Air Zermatt have reached a three-year agreement to analyze the use of drones… Continue reading →
SkyDrive, Osaka Metro to develop eVTOL routes in Japan SkyDrive and Osaka Metro Co. are planning to establish an electric vertical takeoff and landing (eVTOL) air taxi network that… Continue reading →
Joby advances in FAA type certification process Joby Aviation has conducted its first for-credit static load testing of the tail structure for its electric vertical takeoff and… Continue reading →
VAI advocates for pause on FAA’s new medical certification policy In a Dec. 13, 2024, letter, Vertical Aviation International (VAI), along with other aviation associations and unions, urged the FAA… Continue reading →
VAI Member Spotlight: Helitak Fire Fighting Equipment, Australia Maker of expandable belly tanks for various helicopter types helps operators contain wildfires in Australia. Continue reading →
From the Board: Powering up service (POWER UP magazine) – VAI Chair Mark A. Schlaefli explains why the association needs your help to achieve its goals… Continue reading →
Robinson’s New Era (POWER UP magazine) – What’s new at Robinson Helicopter Co.? A lot, as it turns out. Continue reading →
FAA: What to know about drones As drone use increases, the FAA is addressing common questions about their presence and safety in communities. Continue reading →
What are the rules for recreational drone operators? (VIDEO) (CBS Boston) – As two Massachusetts men face charges for allegedly flying a drone too close to Logan International Airport… Continue reading →
