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One of the most essential missions of vertical aviation is wildfire suppression. The recent Los Angeles wildfires provided a powerful reminder of how our industry saves lives and property around the world. VAI salutes all those who work to support wildfire suppression efforts in L.A. and elsewhere around the world, including the mechanics and engineers […]

The United States Helicopter Safety Team (USHST) is putting out a call for new members in advance of its All-Hands Meeting on Monday, Mar. 10, during VERTICON 2025 in Dallas, Texas.

(Vertical magazine) – The unprecedented firestorm in the Los Angeles area was a devastating natural disaster that brought out the best in North America’s helicopter community.

(NBAA Business Aviation Insider) – The aviation community, including the FAA, has been showing signs of progress regarding pilots who are seeking support and treatment for mental health issues.

The National Transportation Safety Board (NTSB) has determined the probable cause of the accident to be the pilot’s failure to maintain control during a hover taxi with a quartering tailwind.

(WTTG) – Local reports indicate that Bradford Brown, founder and CEO of ATL Technology of Springville, Utah, died in a Feb. 20 helicopter accident at Ririe Reservoir in Idaho.

(Zag Daily) – The Advanced Air Mobility Institute and National Aeronautic Association have chosen the city to host the Pulitzer Electric Aircraft Race, which takes place Oct. 10–13, 2025.

(NBC News) – A Utah Department of Public Safety crew airlifted a father–son hiking duo from a steep cliff Feb. 17 in Snow Canyon State Park.

The FAA helps US airports assist pilots with taking off and landing safely during the winter months, including with snow and ice removal, deicing, and air-traffic-control separation.