Hydrogen fuel cells extend eVTOL range Aviation journalist Mark Huber talks with a leading propulsion expert who explains why the electrochemical power source offers numerous advantages… Continue reading →
VAI responds to FAA proposal on restricting UAS ops near fixed-site facilities In its comments to the FAA, VAI supports the agency’s main safety objectives but raises concerns about the proposed framework.… Continue reading →
VAI 2027 scholarship program now open VAI is offering four scholarships for 2027 to help students, aviation maintenance technicians, and commercial helicopter pilots continue their education… Continue reading →
FCC advances Upper C-band auction procedures The Federal Communications Commission (FCC) has proposed procedures for Auction 115, the next major step toward introducing terrestrial wireless services… Continue reading →
Proposed FAA AD: Airbus Helicopters The FAA proposes to supersede Airworthiness Directive (AD) 2022-01-01, which applies to several Airbus Helicopters Series AS350, AS355, AS365, EC130,… Continue reading →
FAA pre-releases FONSI for UAS drone delivery PEA The FAA today pre-released its Finding of No Significant Impact (FONSI) for the unmanned aircraft system (UAS) drone delivery Programmatic… Continue reading →
USDOT secretary tours Vertical Lift Center with VAI leaders The VAI team enjoyed a pleasant surprise last week when US Department of Transportation Secretary Sean Duffy stopped by the… Continue reading →
FCC builds on lessons learned with adoption of Upper C-band auction plan The US Federal Communications Commission (FCC) on Jul. 24 adopted rules to auction 160 MHz of spectrum in the Upper… Continue reading →
Farnborough International 2026: AAM a step along new path for civil aviation (Unmanned Airspace) – For advanced air mobility (AAM) aircraft developers speaking at last week’s Farnborough International Airshow, civil certification is… Continue reading →
EAA Radio talks with VAI, Robinson leaders at EAA AirVenture Robinson Helicopter Co. President and CEO David Smith and VAI President and CEO François Lassale joined EAA Radio’s Digital Dave… Continue reading →
